Motorcycle Rentals on Zakynthos (Zante) with BikesBooking.com

Picture yourself dropping down the coast road toward Porto Limnionas with the Ionian Sea flashing between the pines, or catching your first glimpse of the wrecked ship far below the cliffs at Navagio. Zakynthos rewards exactly this kind of freedom, and the easiest way to get it is to rent a motorcycle in Zakynthos and go find these places yourself, on your own schedule, without waiting on a tour bus.

The island is small enough to cross in a morning, roughly 40km from top to bottom, but its best corners sit at the end of narrow, winding lanes that buses rarely reach and that a rental car struggles to thread. A scooter slips through easily, and outside Zakynthos Town and the busy Laganas strip, traffic thins out fast, so even riders without much experience feel comfortable finding their way to the coves and viewpoints.

Top 10 things to see in Zakynthos by motorcycle

1. Navagio Beach viewpoint (Shipwreck Beach) — the clifftop lookout over the wrecked ship and turquoise cove that everyone rides here to see.
2. Porto Limnionas — a rocky west-coast cove with clear water and cliff jumping, reached on a scenic ride through Agios Leon.
3. Blue Caves (Cape Skinari) — sea caves at the island's northern tip, along a short, winding coastal road.
4. Volimes village — a traditional hill village near the north end, worth a stop for icon shops and tavernas on the way to the Blue Caves.
5. Bochali viewpoint — a short climb above Zakynthos Town for a sunset panorama over the harbor and bay.
6. Zakynthos Town (Chora) — the island's capital, with Venetian-era buildings, the Byzantine Museum and Solomos Square.
7. Keri Lighthouse and Keri Caves — dramatic cliffs at the southwestern tip, one of the best sunset rides on the island.
8. Limni Keriou — natural tar pits near the beach, an easy detour on the road down to Keri.
9. Gerakas Beach — a protected loggerhead turtle nesting beach on the quieter southeast coast.
10. Xigia Beach — a sulphur-spring beach below pale cliffs on the northeast coast, known for its mineral-rich water.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Zakynthos?

For a 50cc moped you need at least an AM category licence; anything from 125cc up requires the matching motorcycle category, A1, A2 or A — a car licence alone isn't accepted. The minimum age is 16 for AM mopeds and 18 for the motorcycle categories, though rental shops often set their own higher minimums. Non-EU visitors should bring an International Driving Permit, and expect a deposit, usually held on a credit card, with the amount set by the individual operator.

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

A 50-125cc scooter runs 15-25 EUR per day in low season and 25-40 EUR in high season, while bigger motorcycles or quads climb to 35-60+ EUR a day. Premium bikes from 250cc and up, or ATVs from top operators, can reach 50-80+ EUR daily.

• Prices climb steadily from spring, peaking in July and August.
• April, May and October are the cheapest months to book.
• Many shops close entirely from November to March, so options and prices tighten outside the main season.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Zakynthos?

High season runs July through August, when demand is highest, scooters sell out fastest, and prices sit at their peak — book well ahead if you're travelling then. Low season stretches from November to March, when many rental shops close for the winter altogether. May, June and September strike the best balance: fewer crowds, milder heat and gentler prices, so they're the sweet spot if your dates are flexible.

Local traffic rules in Zakynthos

Greece drives on the right, and helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger, with fines for skipping one. Speed limits are 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on the open road and up to 110-130 km/h on faster roads, though smaller-engine bikes are capped lower. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l generally, tightening to 0.2 g/l for motorcyclists, so it's best to skip alcohol entirely before riding. Keep your licence, IDP, rental agreement and insurance papers with you, and stick to paved roads — rental insurance almost never covers dirt tracks or beach riding.

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!