Motorcycle Rentals in Zadar

Zadar rewards anyone willing to leave the pavement behind. Pick up a motorcycle here and within minutes you can trade the crowded lanes of the Old Town peninsula for the open coast road toward Petrčane, or park a few steps from the Sea Organ just as the stone starts to glow at sunset. It's the kind of city where the best moments — a quiet cove past Punta Skala, the light over the Kornati channel from Murter — sit just far enough away that a bike, not your own two feet, is what gets you there.

Zadar's Old Town is closed to cars and its streets narrow to a stroller's width in places, so parking anywhere near the Roman Forum or St. Donatus church is a headache for four wheels and a non-issue for two. Once you're past the peninsula, the coast unfolds into exactly the kind of terrain a motorcycle handles best: 15–50 km stretches to Nin, Murter or Paklenica, on roads that hug the Adriatic rather than cut through it. In peak summer, when the coastal traffic backs up around every town, being able to filter past it is worth more than any car's air conditioning.

Top 10 things to see in Zadar by motorcycle

1. Zadar Old Town peninsula — the compact historic core, with the Roman Forum, St. Donatus and a maze of stone streets, makes the natural start and end point of any ride.
2. Sea Organ (Morske orgulje) — a wave-powered sound installation on the waterfront, best timed for sunset.
3. Greeting to the Sun (Pozdrav Suncu) — the solar-powered light display right next to the Sea Organ, a favourite photo stop once it gets dark.
4. Kolovare Beach — the closest city beach to the Old Town, an easy short ride when you need to cool off.
5. Zadar Bridge toward Puntamika and Punta Skala — a coastal run north of the city past cafes and rocky coves.
6. Nin — a small historic salt town about 15 km out, with the sandy Queen's Beach and one of the region's best half-day loops.
7. Murter, gateway to the Kornati islands — ride down for the archipelago views and the boat trips that leave from there.
8. Vransko Lake Nature Park — a scenic, flat countryside loop east of the city, good for birdwatching along the way.
9. Paklenica National Park — a dramatic canyon and mountain road along the coastal highway toward Velebit, one of the region's best winding rides.
10. Petrčane and the Punta Bajlo coastal road — a quiet stretch north of Zadar, perfect for an unhurried cruise.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Zadar?

Croatia is stricter than some of its neighbours here: a plain car licence will not let you ride anything over 50cc. For a scooter or light motorcycle up to 125cc you need at least category A1; mid-power machines require A2, and unrestricted bikes need full category A. Rental agencies match the bike to whatever category is printed on your licence, so bring the physical card, not a photo of it. If your licence was issued outside the EU or EEA, carry an International Driving Permit as well. Most agencies expect riders to be at least 18, and you'll need to leave a deposit, usually as a card hold, refunded when the bike comes back undamaged.

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

Expect to pay EUR 20–25 per day in low season and EUR 35–45 per day in high season, with newer or larger-cc machines running EUR 50–70 per day at the summer peak.

• Prices are lowest from November through March, when several coastal rental shops close for the season entirely.
• July and August are the most expensive months, with stock also getting tight, so book ahead.
• May, June, September and early October sit comfortably in between — good weather without the peak-season premium.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Zadar?

High season runs June to August, with July and August the busiest and priciest weeks on the whole Adriatic coast — book a few weeks out if you're set on those dates. Low season, November to March, is quieter and cheaper, though fewer shops stay open. If you can, aim for the shoulder months either side of summer: warm, dry riding weather without the crowds or the top-of-season rates.

Local traffic rules in Zadar

Croatia drives on the right. Helmets are mandatory for every rider and passenger on a scooter or 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 can't use motorways at all. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.05%, dropping to zero for drivers under 25. Motorcycles and scooters must ride with headlights on at all times, day and night. Police checks for speed and alcohol are common along the coastal D8 road and around tourist towns in summer, so it pays to stay within the limits.

Ready to plan your route? Just use the search form at the top of the page to rent a motorcycle in Zadar and start exploring. Have a nice trip!

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!