Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Santa Lucía

Inland in Gran Canaria's mountainous south, Santa Lucía de Tirajana sits above a landscape built for two wheels: ravine roads that twist down toward the coast, palm groves around Fataga, and the long climb up to Roque Nublo waiting just beyond town. Swap the car for a scooter or small motorcycle here and the drive itself becomes the destination — not just the way to reach one.

This part of the island wasn't built with tour buses in mind. The roads into the interior are narrow, twisting, and easily clogged with slow-moving traffic heading to the same viewpoints you are. A scooter slips past all of that, and it gets you into places a car struggles to park near — the ravine lookouts, the village lanes of Fataga, the mountain passes toward Roque Nublo and Pico de las Nieves. If you want to actually feel the landscape instead of just pass through it, this is where **renting a motorcycle in Santa Lucía de Tirajana** pays off.

Top 10 things to see in Santa Lucía de Tirajana by motorcycle

1. Fortaleza de Ansite — a dramatic ravine-top fortress where the last Guanche resistance held out; a short, twisting ride into the barranco rewards you with big views.
2. Barranco de Tirajana — the deep ravine the town overlooks, with a classic winding road through palm groves and rock walls.
3. Presa de Soria — Gran Canaria's largest reservoir, reached by a scenic mountain road full of curves and lake views.
4. Fataga — a whitewashed hill village known as the island's "oasis," with a palm-lined approach road worth the ride alone.
5. Mirador de la Degollada de las Yeguas — a cliffside viewpoint over the Fataga valley, one of the best panoramic stops on the island.
6. Roque Nublo — the island's iconic rock monolith, reached via a winding route through pine forest and a signature day-ride destination.
7. Pico de las Nieves — the island's second-highest point, with a twisty ascent and sweeping summit views.
8. Playa de Arguineguín — a coastal town and beach promenade, a natural loop-back point after the mountain roads.
9. Puerto de Mogán — a picturesque marina town nicknamed "Little Venice," a popular longer ride along the southwest coast.
10. Embalse de Ayagaures — a smaller reservoir set among pines near Maspalomas, a quieter detour with good curves on approach.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Santa Lucía de Tirajana?

For a scooter up to 50cc, an AM licence covers you (minimum age 15 in Spain), and a full car licence also works. For a 125cc scooter or motorcycle, you'll need an A1 licence. Non-EU visitors relying on a car licence for a 125cc bike should note that route doesn't apply to them — a motorcycle licence is the safer bet. If your licence isn't from the EU/EEA, bring an International Driving Permit along with your home licence, since rental desks commonly ask for it. Expect a deposit, usually blocked on a credit card in your name, plus a minimum age set by the rental company itself, often 18 or 21 depending on the vehicle.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Santa Lucía de Tirajana?

Average rental prices run EUR 20-25 per day in low season and EUR 35-45 per day in high season, with premium models reaching EUR 50-70 per day.

• Prices climb in December-March, the peak winter-sun season for the island.
• They ease off from June to September, the cheapest months to book.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Santa Lucía de Tirajana?

The Canary Islands run on their own calendar — rentals go year-round here, and it's the northern winter that brings the crowds and the higher prices. If you want the best rates, aim for June through September. If you're set on visiting over winter, book your **scooter hire in Santa Lucía de Tirajana** well ahead, since availability tightens as the season fills up.

Local traffic rules in Santa Lucía de Tirajana

Spain drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for riders and passengers on mopeds and motorcycles, on every road, at all times. Speed limits top out at 90 km/h on conventional roads and drop to 50 km/h in built-up areas, with mopeds capped at 45 km/h and barred from motorways. Dipped headlights are required day and night. The blood alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, lower still at 0.3 g/l for riders with less than two years' experience.

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!