Motorcycle Rentals in Pula

Pula has a way of turning a rental bike into the best decision of your trip. Park up at the Pula Arena, wander the old town on foot, then swing back onto two wheels and follow the coast road out to Cape Kamenjak, where cliffs drop into turquoise coves and the only traffic is the occasional goat. Ride the Verudela loop for an easy sunset spin, or push further north to Rovinj's harbor, all pastel shutters and fishing boats. This is a landscape built for riding, not driving.

Istria rewards two wheels in a way a rental car never quite manages. Pula's old town is a maze of narrow, one-way streets with almost nowhere to park a car, while a scooter slips through easily and tucks into any gap. Outside the July and August crowds, the coastal roads stay quiet, and the terrain keeps changing — flat lanes through town, twisting cape roads around Kamenjak, a short climb up to the hill town of Vodnjan. A mid-size scooter or motorcycle handles all of it without fuss, and you'll cover more ground in a morning than a bus route manages all day.

Top 10 things to see in Pula by motorcycle

1. Pula Arena — the Roman amphitheater in the heart of town, the obvious first stop before you head out on the bike.
2. Cape Kamenjak (Rt Kamenjak) — a wild cape south of the city with dirt-and-asphalt tracks, cliffs and coves, and one of the best short rides for viewpoints and a swim.
3. Verudela Peninsula — an easy coastal loop with beaches and sea views, a good warm-up ride from wherever you pick up the bike.
4. Fažana — the departure point for the Brijuni Islands, worth the short ride out for the archipelago view alone.
5. Vodnjan — a small hill town near Pula with a historic center, a nice inland detour from the coast.
6. Rovinj old town — a postcard harbor town about 40 km up the coast and a popular full-day ride.
7. Medulin — a laid-back bay town south of Pula, reached along a genuinely scenic stretch of coastal road.
8. Premantura — the gateway village to Kamenjak, with a pretty ride along the bay to reach it.
9. Barbariga coastline — a quieter stretch north of Pula with plenty of pull-offs for sea views.
10. Golden Cape Forest Park — pine-shaded roads just outside Rovinj, a shady, easy way to wind down after the ride up the coast.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Pula?

Croatia is stricter than some of its neighbors: a plain car licence does not let you ride a 125cc scooter here. For anything over 50cc you need at least category A1, with A2 or full category A required for more powerful machines — rental agencies match the bike to whatever category is on your card, so bring the physical licence with you. Most agencies set 18 as the practical minimum age, and some ask for a longer licence-holding period on bigger bikes. Expect a deposit, usually held on a credit card and released when the bike comes back undamaged, with the amount scaled to the vehicle's value. If your licence was issued outside the EU/EEA, carry an International Driving Permit as well.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Pula?

Prices swing hard with the season. In low season you're typically looking at EUR 20-25 per day, rising to EUR 35-50 per day in July and August, and larger-displacement or premium bikes can run EUR 50-80 per day at the peak.

• November through March is cheapest, with many shops offering their lowest rates or closing for winter entirely.
• Prices climb steadily through spring as the weather warms up.
• July and August are the priciest months, with stock booking out fast along the coast.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Pula?

High season runs June through August, with July and August the tightest for availability and the highest prices — book well ahead if you're set on those dates. Low season stretches from November to March, when quieter roads meet the best rates, though some coastal shops shut down entirely over winter. If you want warm, dry riding without the peak crowds or prices, aim for May, June, September or early October.

Local traffic rules in Pula

Croatia drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for riders and passengers on every scooter and motorcycle, no exceptions. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas, 90 km/h on open roads and up to 130 km/h on motorways, though mopeds are capped at 45 km/h and barred from motorways altogether. Motorcycles and scooters must run with headlights on at all times, day or night. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.05%, dropping to zero tolerance for drivers under 25 — and police checks along the coastal roads are common in summer, so it's not worth the risk.

Types of motorcycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of motorcycles: cruiser, sport, touring, standard, classic, dual-purpose, dirt bikes, street, naked bikes or roadsters, choppers, custom, streetfighter, sport-touring, dual-sport, on-road, off-road, adventure motorcycles, supermoto, scrambler, motorcycle with sidecar, enduro, motocross mx, trail, motards, tricycles, bikes with automatic or manual gears, luxury motorbikes.

Models of motorcycles available

On our website you can hire motorcycles from the following manufacturers: BMW, Harley Davidson, Aprilia, Buell, Cagiva, Ducati, Gilera, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Jawa, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi, Triumph, Benelli, Bajaj, Indian, Royal Enfield, TVS, Beta, Bimota.

Which insurance is provided?

Most providers include basic third-party liability insurance in the rental price, with options to upgrade to fuller coverage that reduces or removes your deposit liability in case of damage or theft. Always confirm exactly what is and isn’t covered before you set off.

Extra services available

When you make an online motorbike reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, or delivery to your chosen address.

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Most of our motorcycle rental providers have years of experience and will equip you with a well-maintained bike, helmet and insurance for the ride ahead. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a motorcycle locally, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!