Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Singapore

Singapore rewards anyone willing to get off the MRT. Slip onto a motorcycle and the city opens up in a way the subway maps never show you — the palm-lined seafront road at East Coast Park with hawker stalls just off the shoulder, or the sunset climb up to the rooftop deck at Marina Barrage for a skyline view most visitors never bother to chase down. You cover the CBD, the northern nature reserves and the eastern coast all in one easy afternoon, at your own pace, stopping wherever looks interesting.

The island is compact but the traffic isn't kind to it: parking is expensive, cars queue at every junction, and the grid between districts is dense and unforgiving on foot. A motorcycle slips through that congestion, skips the parking search, and turns a 40km end-to-end run into something you can do before lunch. Distances here are short enough that a small-to-mid displacement bike is really all you need — there's no reason to haul around a touring machine on an island this size.

Top 10 things to see in Singapore by motorcycle

1. East Coast Park — a long seafront road and park connector, an easy coastal cruise with hawker food stops along the way.
2. Marina Barrage — a rooftop viewpoint over the Marina Bay skyline, a popular sunset stop right off the expressway.
3. Old Upper Thomson Road — one of the few genuinely winding, tree-lined roads on the island, a favourite among local riders.
4. Kranji Countryside — rural farm roads in the north, a rare rustic contrast to the city grid.
5. Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve — quiet reserve roads near the Johor Strait, good for a slow scenic ride.
6. Changi Village — a laid-back seaside village near the airport, a classic ride-and-eat destination.
7. Mount Faber — a hilltop viewpoint with sweeping views over Keppel Harbour and Sentosa.
8. Sentosa Island — a gateway bridge ride onto the resort island, with beach roads once you're inside.
9. Lim Chu Kang coastal road — one of Singapore's few undeveloped coastal stretches, popular for its quiet countryside feel.
10. Punggol Waterway Park — a riverside road and promenade in the north-east, a modern scenic loop popular with local riders.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Singapore?

You'll need a valid motorcycle licence from your home country — Singapore doesn't require an International Driving Permit for this. Most rental outlets set their own minimum age, usually 18 and up, and will ask for your passport alongside your licence. Expect to leave a deposit, with the amount depending on the operator and the bike you choose. Bear in mind that rental outlets offering walk-up tourist hire are relatively few in Singapore, so it's worth booking ahead rather than turning up and hoping.

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

A scooter or small underbone runs SGD 30-40 per day in low season and SGD 45-60 per day in high season. Bigger sport or touring motorcycles (400cc and up) cost more, from SGD 90-150+ per day, and come with extra licensing and insurance restrictions for visitors.

• Prices climb around September, during Grand Prix week, and again in December over the year-end holidays.
• May-June and October are the cheapest, quieter shoulder months between the big events.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Singapore?

Singapore doesn't really have a rainy-season lull the way many destinations do — it's warm and humid all year, so demand tracks events and holidays rather than weather. Book ahead for September and December, when the Grand Prix and year-end travel push both demand and prices up. If you can travel in May-June or October instead, you'll find better rates and more availability. February to April tends to bring the driest, most settled riding conditions if the weather itself is a factor for you.

Local traffic rules in Singapore

Traffic keeps to the left. Helmets are compulsory for riders and pillion passengers alike, and headlights should stay on while riding. Speed limits sit at 50 km/h in built-up areas and 70-90 km/h on expressways, signed individually along each stretch. The drink-driving limit is strictly enforced at 0.08% blood alcohol, so don't take chances there. Many roads and expressways also charge Electronic Road Pricing at peak times, with a reduced rate for motorcycles fitted with the in-vehicle unit — your rental operator can usually sort this out for you.

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!