Motorcycle Rentals in Ho Chi Minh City

If someday you will be in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, do not think that your only options for getting around are walking and the buses. You can always rent a motorcycle in Ho Chi Minh City on our website and explore Vietnam’s biggest city at your own pace — weaving through the roundabout at Ben Thanh Market, crossing the river to the new towers of Thu Thiem, or riding out past the city limits to the tunnels of Cu Chi. A motorcycle is the way almost everyone here gets around, and joining that river of bikes is far easier than fighting it from inside a taxi. On this page you will find a full guide to motorcycle rental in Ho Chi Minh City.

Saigon, as locals still call it, is enormous and its downtown traffic is intense, so a motorcycle earns its keep less on District 1’s packed one-way streets and more the moment you point it toward the edges of town. The real reward of two wheels here is reach: the mangrove forests of Can Gio, the tunnel network at Cu Chi, and the quiet delta roads south of the city are all within a comfortable day’s ride, and none of them are realistic on foot or by bus.

Top 10 things to see in Ho Chi Minh City by motorcycle

1. Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica — the red-brick colonial landmark at the heart of District 1, an easy stop before the traffic builds.
2. Reunification Palace — the former South Vietnamese presidential palace, with wide gates you can pull straight up to.
3. Ben Thanh Market — the city’s iconic covered market and roundabout, best approached slowly given the traffic circling it.
4. Cu Chi Tunnels — the famous wartime tunnel network around 40–60 km northwest, a full-day ride through the outskirts and rice country.
5. Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve — a coastal mangrove forest southeast of the city, a long but rewarding ride away from the crowds.
6. Cholon (Chinatown) — the old Chinese quarter around Binh Tay Market, dense with temples and narrow trading streets.
7. Thu Thiem & the new bridges — cross the Saigon River for skyline views of District 1 from the quieter east bank.
8. Jade Emperor Pagoda — one of the city’s most atmospheric Taoist temples, tucked into a side street worth the detour.
9. War Remnants Museum — a sobering, essential stop close to the centre, easy to combine with the Palace and cathedral.
10. Bui Vien & the Backpacker Quarter at dusk — ride past as the street stalls and lights come alive, then park up and walk the rest.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Ho Chi Minh City?

Required documents vary between rental companies, but common rules are as follows: you should be at least 18 years old; for engines up to 125cc an A1 licence is usually expected, while larger motorcycles call for a full A-class licence. Foreign visitors should carry an International Driving Permit (IDP) together with their home licence — strictly, a Vietnamese-recognised motorcycle licence is required to ride legally, so check the terms of the specific provider on the booking page. Most companies also ask for a deposit, paid in cash or by card and refunded when you return the motorcycle in good condition.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Ho Chi Minh City?

Motorcycle rental in Ho Chi Minh City starts from around 650,000 VND per day for a mid-size machine and runs up to roughly 1,100,000–1,350,000 VND per day for a bigger or newer model. What you pay depends on the engine size and, importantly, on the time of year. Prices in Saigon follow a fairly clear seasonal pattern:

• December–April (high/dry season) — the driest, busiest months for travel, so rates sit at the higher end.
• May–November (low/rainy season) — hot and humid with regular afternoon downpours, quieter for tourism, and the best time for a lower daily rate.

Within any season, weekends and Vietnamese public holidays are the real peak — that is when the cheapest bikes sell out first and prices edge up. Book a few days ahead to lock in the best rate.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Ho Chi Minh City?

The dry season, from December to April, is the most comfortable time to ride, with lower humidity and little rain, though it is also the busiest and priciest stretch. The wet season runs from May to November, bringing short but heavy afternoon downpours most days — usually over within an hour — alongside quieter roads and softer prices. If you want the most pleasant riding weather, aim for the dry months; if you want the best price, the rainy season is kinder to your wallet as long as you plan around the afternoon showers. Either way, book a few days in advance to guarantee availability.

Local traffic rules

In Vietnam you ride on the right-hand side of the road. A helmet is compulsory for both rider and passenger, and the police do enforce it, especially at central checkpoints. Speed limits in built-up areas are typically 40–50 km/h, rising on the outer highways. There is effectively zero tolerance for drink-driving. Ho Chi Minh City traffic is dense and constant, flowing in its own rhythm: stay calm, move predictably, use your horn lightly to signal your presence rather than in anger, and give way to buses and trucks. Ride defensively, keep your lights on, and take the busiest roundabouts and junctions gently until you feel comfortable in the flow.

Types of motorcycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of motorcycles: cruiser, sport, touring, naked, adventure or dual-sport, enduro, semi-automatic, classic or retro, chopper, trail, standard, streetfighter, sport-touring, off-road, supermoto, scrambler, motorcycle with sidecar, motocross, tricycles, bikes with automatic or manual gears, luxury motorbikes.

Models of motorcycles available

On our website you can hire motorcycles from the following manufacturers: Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, BMW, Ducati, Triumph, KTM, Harley-Davidson, Royal Enfield, Aprilia, Benelli, SYM, Kymco, Piaggio.

Which insurance is provided with my rental motorcycle?

Usually basic third-party insurance is included in the rental price. If you wish to have more protection you can purchase additional CDW insurance, which limits your risk to the amount of your deposit. If you wish to rent a motorcycle without a deposit and with zero risk, you will need to add full insurance to your reservation.

Extra services available

When you make an online motorcycle 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, delivery to your hotel, delivery to the Tan Son Nhat airport.

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Most of our motorcycle rentals in Ho Chi Minh City have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept bike, helmet, lock, top case, GPS, insurance and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a motorcycle in Ho Chi Minh City, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!