Motorcycle Rentals on Lefkada island (Lefkas)

Lefkada rewards anyone willing to leave the tour bus behind. Picture threading down the switchbacks toward Porto Katsiki, white cliffs dropping to turquoise water on either side, or catching the late sun at Cape Lefkada where the lighthouse marks the edge of the Ionian. A motorbike gets you to both in the same afternoon, with stops for coffee in Agios Nikitas along the way — a kind of freedom the ferry crowds and rental cars rarely manage.

The island's charm is scattered across a coastline and a mountainous interior with barely any public transport connecting them. Roads are narrow, winding and often unpaved near the beaches, so a two-wheeler slips through where a car struggles to find parking. Traffic around Lefkada Town and the coastal villages stays light even in summer, and pulling a scooter onto the gravel above a cliffside viewpoint is a lot easier than reversing a rental car back up a one-lane track.

Top 10 things to see in Lefkada Town by motorbike

1. Porto Katsiki — the island's postcard beach beneath white cliffs, reached by a scenic ride down the west coast.
2. Egremni Beach — a long stretch of pale sand at the bottom of a steep, winding descent, well worth the ride down.
3. Kathisma Beach — wide and easy to reach, with tavernas right on the sand, a natural first stop on the west-coast run.
4. Cape Lefkada (Lighthouse) — the island's southwestern tip, with sweeping Ionian Sea views at the end of a scenic road.
5. Agios Nikitas — a pretty pedestrian fishing village on the way to the west-coast beaches, ideal for a coffee break.
6. Nydri Waterfalls — a short inland ride from Nydri to a shaded gorge walk and waterfall, a cool change from coastal riding.
7. Vasiliki — the south coast's windsurfing bay, reached via a twisty mountain road through pine forest.
8. Karya Village — a mountain village known for lace-making, with a shaded central square worth a stroll.
9. Englouvi — a high-altitude, lentil-growing village near the Dimosari Gorge trailhead, good for a cooler inland loop.
10. Lefkada Town Old Quarter — colourful wooden-balconied streets and the lagoon causeway, the natural start and end point of any ride.

What do you need to rent a motorbike in Lefkada Town?

For a 50cc scooter, a category AM licence is enough, with a minimum age of 16, though most rental shops set their own higher minimum and may want to see how long you've held your licence. Anything from 125cc up requires a matching motorcycle category — A1, A2 or A — and riders must be at least 18. A standard car licence does not cover scooters or motorbikes in Greece, so don't expect it to be accepted. Non-EU visitors should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence. Rental companies will also ask for a deposit, usually held on a credit card, with the amount varying by operator and vehicle.

How much does it cost to rent a motorbike in Lefkada Town?

A 50cc scooter runs roughly 20-25 EUR per day in low season and climbs to 35-45 EUR in high season. If you'd rather have more power for the mountain roads, a 125cc-300cc motorbike costs around 45-70 EUR per day.

• July and August are the priciest months, and popular models can sell out.
• April, May and October offer the cheapest rates and quieter roads.
• Multi-day bookings are often open to negotiation with local operators.

When to book a rental motorbike in Lefkada Town?

High season runs July through August, when demand is highest and prices peak. Low season stretches from November to March, though many rental shops close entirely over these months rather than simply lowering their rates. The sweet spot is May-June or September-October: shops are open, roads are quieter, and prices sit well below the summer peak. If you're travelling in high season, book a few weeks ahead to avoid missing out on the model you want.

Local traffic rules in Lefkada Town

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger on any scooter or motorbike, and police enforcement is strict, with real fines behind it. Speed limits are 50 km/h in towns and villages, 90 km/h on open roads, and up to 110-130 km/h on faster roads, though Lefkada's mountain and coastal routes rarely allow that kind of speed anyway. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l generally, but drops to 0.2 g/l for motorcyclists, so it's best to treat riding and drinking as mutually exclusive. Keep in mind that rental insurance almost always excludes unpaved roads and beach access tracks, so once you leave the tarmac you're riding uninsured.

Most of our motorbike rentals in Lefkada Town come from operators with years of local experience, and you'll get a well-maintained bike, a helmet, insurance and friendly service as standard. If you're ready to rent a motorbike in Lefkada Town, just use the search form at the top of the page. 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!