Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Maui (Hawaii)

There's a kind of riding you only find on Maui: pull onto the Road to Hana and the next two hours become the destination itself, one of over 600 curves threading past waterfalls, sea cliffs and the black-sand cove at Waiʻanapanapa State Park. Climb the other direction at dawn and you're switchbacking up Haleakalā, watching the crater fill with light from 10,000 feet above the clouds. Few places reward two wheels this generously.

Maui simply wasn't built for cars. Its best sights sit strung along long, winding coastal and mountain roads with almost no traffic once you clear the resort towns, so the drive stops being a means of transport and becomes the main event. Public transit barely exists outside Kahului and Kihei, which rules out a bicycle or scooter for covering real ground, but a motorcycle gives you the range to chase waterfalls in the morning and watch surfers at sunset, with none of the parking hassle a rental car brings.

Top 10 things to see in Maui by motorcycle

1. Road to Hana (Hana Highway) — the classic Maui ride, 600+ curves and waterfalls along the northeast coast, made for a motorcycle.
2. Haleakalā National Park summit — a 10,000 ft volcano crater with switchback roads and sunrise or sunset views over the clouds.
3. Iao Valley State Park — a short scenic ride up to the Iao Needle rock formation in a lush rainforest valley.
4. Waiʻanapanapa State Park — black-sand beach and lava sea caves, a signature stop along the Road to Hana.
5. Hoʻokipa Beach Park — a cliff-top pullout on the way to Hana, famous for windsurfers and sea turtles.
6. Twin Falls — an easy roadside waterfall stop right at the start of the Hana Highway.
7. Kaanapali Beach — West Maui's resort beach strip, a popular coastal ride with ocean views.
8. Makena State Park (Big Beach) — a wide, undeveloped beach south of Wailea, reached via a scenic coastal road.
9. Piʻilani Highway — a rugged, less-traveled loop back from Hana through remote lava coastline, for confident riders.
10. Upcountry Kula — cooler roads climbing Haleakalā's slopes through farmland and ranch country.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Maui?

You'll need a motorcycle endorsement (commonly called a Class M licence) added to your regular driver's licence — this is required in every U.S. state, and rental companies will ask to see it along with proof of riding experience. An international driving permit isn't required. Most operators set their own minimum age, typically 21 and up, with riders 25 and older often avoiding a young-rider surcharge. Expect to leave a deposit or a credit-card hold, and make sure the card is in your own name, since that's usually mandatory.

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

A standard scooter or mid-size motorcycle runs USD 25-35 per day in low season and USD 45-70 per day in high season. If you want something with more presence, a Harley-Davidson or large touring bike costs USD 150-250 per day.

• Prices climb in June-August and again mid-December through early January.
• April-May and September-November are the cheapest, quietest months to book.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Maui?

High season runs June through August, with a second push around the December-January holidays, and this is when both prices and demand peak — book a few weeks ahead if you're arriving then. Low season falls in the shoulder months, especially April-May and September-November, when you'll find better rates and more availability without booking far in advance.

Local traffic rules in Maui

Traffic keeps to the right, as everywhere in the United States. Hawaii requires a helmet for motorcycle riders under 18, so most touring adults ride helmeted by choice rather than law — we'd still recommend it on a road with this many curves. Speed limits generally sit at 25-35 mph through towns and rise on open stretches, though the Road to Hana itself is slow going regardless of the posted limit. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.08%, with zero tolerance under 21, so save the mai tai for after you've parked the bike.

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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• Compare prices from multiple local rental companies in one place;
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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!