Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Tbilisi

Tbilisi's Old Town looks made for two wheels — a tangle of steep cobbled lanes climbing toward Narikala Fortress, where the whole city and the Kura River spread out below you. Ride up in twenty minutes, park almost anywhere, and you've earned the best view in town without queueing for a cable car. From there the roads only get better: within an hour you can be standing under the striking arches of Jvari Monastery above Mtskheta, or climbing the switchbacks of the Georgian Military Highway toward Gudauri.

A car struggles with what makes Tbilisi interesting. Parking near the sulphur baths or Narikala is scarce, the Old Town's streets are narrow and one-way, and traffic through the center backs up fast at peak hours. A scooter or motorcycle slips through all of that, and it's also simply the right tool for the region around the city — Georgia's best sights aren't in Tbilisi itself but strung along smooth, well-paved mountain roads that reward riding rather than sitting in a bus. If you want to rent a motorcycle in Tbilisi, this is a city built for exactly that kind of freedom.

Top 10 things to see in Tbilisi by motorcycle

1. Narikala Fortress — an ancient hilltop fortress with the best panoramic viewpoint over Old Tbilisi, a short, twisty ride up from the old town.
2. Turtle Lake (Kus Tba) — a scenic loop road climbing through pine forest to a small lake, a popular short evening ride.
3. Tbilisi Sea (Tbilisi Reservoir) — a wide lakeside road on the city's edge, good for an easy first ride out of town.
4. Mtskheta and Jvari Monastery — Georgia's ancient capital with Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, plus a hilltop monastery with a classic view over the river confluence, 20–30 minutes from Tbilisi.
5. Ananuri Fortress — a fortified church complex on the Aragvi reservoir, a well-known stop on the Georgian Military Highway.
6. Gudauri — a high mountain-pass town famous for its switchbacks and alpine scenery on the ride up.
7. Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) and Gergeti Trinity Church — the classic long day-ride destination, a dramatic Caucasus road ending below Mount Kazbek.
8. David Gareja Monastery Complex — a cave monastery in semi-desert terrain near the Azerbaijan border, a longer ride through striking arid landscape.
9. Sighnaghi — a hilltop walled town in the Kakheti wine region, a favourite weekend ride through vineyard countryside.
10. Chronicle of Georgia — a massive monument on a ridge above the Tbilisi Sea with sweeping views, easy to combine with the reservoir loop.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Tbilisi?

For scooters, agencies usually expect an AM or A1 category licence, though many will also accept a full car licence for smaller-capacity machines — it's worth confirming with the specific renter. Larger motorcycles require a full A-category licence or the equivalent endorsement on your home licence; a car licence alone won't cover them. Most rental shops set a minimum age around 18, and some ask for 21 or a minimum amount of riding experience. An IDP isn't strictly required but is worth carrying, especially if your licence isn't in Latin script. Expect to leave a deposit, usually a card hold, scaled to the value of the bike, along with a copy of your passport.

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

A small-to-midsize bike or scooter runs roughly 70–90 GEL per day in low season and 100–150 GEL per day in high season, while larger adventure bikes such as BMW GS-class or KTM Adventure models can run 250–400+ GEL per day in season.

• Prices climb steadily from spring, peaking in July and August.
• November through February is generally the cheapest and quietest stretch.
• Booking ahead in summer helps, since the best bikes go first.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Tbilisi?

High season runs June through September, peaking in July and August, when rates and demand are both at their highest. Low season stretches from November to March, when prices drop but some mountain-adjacent outlets reduce hours, since routes like the Georgian Military Highway can close temporarily after snowfall. For the best balance of open roads, mild weather and lower prices, aim for May, June, September or early October.

Local traffic rules in Tbilisi

Georgia drives on the right. Helmets are mandatory for riders and passengers on mopeds, scooters and motorcycles. Standard speed limits are 60 km/h in built-up areas, 90 km/h outside them and 110 km/h on motorways unless signs say otherwise. Drink-driving is treated with near-zero tolerance, so don't ride after any alcohol. Once you're out on the Georgian Military Highway or the roads toward Kakheti, watch for blind hairpins, unfenced drops and livestock on the road — ride defensively and give yourself more time than the distance suggests.

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!