Hoi An – one of the most attractive destinations of Central Vietnam. Hoi An located in Quang Nam province, which is a small town with poetic scenery, peaceful and hidden many exciting things. And the best way to discover Hoi An and Quang Nam is by motorbike.
Are you planning to rent a motorbike for Hoi An trip? Then what you need to know before you rent a bike here, it is useful first to find out. Read all this guide and tips below so that you can set off safely and wisely.
Why do you should rent a motorbike in Hoi An?
A trip to Hoi An is not complete without hopping on a motorbike at least once during the trip. Rent a motorbike make you have a convenience factor of being able to through journey easily, and have a chance to experience riding in the small alleys in the old town or stunning countryside is a wonderful feeling.
Hoi An has quite a good traffic status that is not a very crowded town. Therefore, it’s safe and convenient to try to ride a motorbike here, even with an amateur rider. With a good motorbike coming with helpful accessories, you have the freedom to see everything whenever you like in Hoi An (Countryside, My Son Sanctuary, Cua Dai Beach,…). Let’s rent a motorbike and freedom to explore Hoi An. Try It. You’ll Like It.
Things to know before renting a Motorbike in Hoi An
1. How much will I pay for a motorbike per day?
The average price per day is 100,000 VND to 200,000 VND. All rental shops will charge per 24 hours, in some place in Hoi An you can rent a motorbike for hours if you want. The rental price depending on what the types of motorbike you want, older or newer, manual or automatic. If you have the plan to rent in the long term as monthly, you can deal with a rental shop or company for a better price. In the peak seasons, motorbike rental prices in Hoi An may get higher. Then before the trip, you must consult the prices of a few stores before deciding on where to rent a motorbike. At the reputable motorbike shops, rental prices are always public, that is a small tip you have to know.
2. Motorbike Rental Requirements in Hoi An
It’s very easy to rent a motorbike in Hoi An, and many tourist decide to do it. Due to the great desire to help travelers have amazing vacations in Hoi An, all rental motorbike stores in Hoi An have simple rental procedures.
All you need is two things: passport and cash. Some rental stores ask for your passport, but while others don’t so that they accept a passport photocopy or a cash deposit instead. Then, you simply sign a contract. It will be available in two copies, and you take one with you.
3. Safety Inspection and Checks Before Take A Motorbike
Before the sign-on rental contract, you have to make a checking procedure before setting off. The staff of and you will check the motorbike’s current status together and make a list of any dents, scratches, and damage under your witness. Then you need to do a checklist below to ensure motorbike is in top condition:
1. Start the motorbike and hear the sound of a motor running smoothly, continuously, without interruption without you turning the throttle.
2. Test the turn signals: traffic situation in Vietnam is quite chaotic, so when you cross a certain road, you must use signal lights. Both left and right lights and brake lights.
3. Test the horn: press it, and it is easy to use and loud.
4. Check the tires: the condition tires are the most important things to ensure your safety. If they are balding, you need to change a couple of tires because it may not good in the rain or ramp.
5. Power on the motorbike and test drive a short distance, test both brakes, it is the good condition if it is tight and allows to a quick stop. If not, then they should be able to fix this on the spot.
6. Check the mirrors: adjust the mirrors to see behind you. It is essential during the trip, to help you identify the dangers from behind and crossing the road more easily.
Good Road Trips For Riding Motorbike In Hoi An
Recommended itinerary makes you have awesome days out around Hoi An by motorbike.
Hoi An Old Town
Hoi An is quite small, almost all attractions in Hoi An are not much than 5 km of distance from your hotel. The town area has many small roads so you should ride slowly. You can explore many hidden places in each small alley and find some unique and romantic places to take many charming photos.
Hoi An Villages Tours
Don’t far too much from the center, around Hoi An Town in 10 km is a lot of beautiful villages, such as nipa palm village, vegetable villages, craft villages…
Discover life in rural Vietnam is the best experience with the motorbike. Slowly ride your motorbike through the rice fields, feel the peace of rural life, and participate in the daily activities of the local people. The most attractive activities are sharing drinks made by locals people, helping some activities around the farm, try your hand at fishing, enjoy an exciting water buffalo ride, and row a basket boat through coconut or palm forest.
Hoi An to Da Nang City
This is a long-distance trip which is about 35 km, if you are a confident motorcyclist, let try it. This is a fantastic route that you can easily cover in a day. You will go along the coast, and this is a good road, flat, wide and the view is fantastic. You should stay in Da Nang for a few days to visit a list of great destinations in Da Nang city.
Useful Tips when you are riding a motorbike in Hoi An
Traffic in Hoi An is totally different than Ha Noi or Ho Chi Minh City, it’s not much crazy and messy like two big cities. You may drive easier and more relax in Hoi An. Read and follow 6 tips to help you have a nice riding and surrounding in Hoi An.
1. Driving License: Everybody must have a driving license for riding >50cc motorbike in Vietnam by law. But in Hoi An, Da Nang, police never stop foreign travelers. However, you have to obey some laws below to have the safest trip.
2. Take helmet: wearing a helmet on the road is compulsory in Vietnam. Seriously wear it – Always wear a helmet for your safety, you also need to be mindful when riding on the road. Also, check your helmet, a quality helmet always has a hologram sticker behind. If you are serious about your safety, ask for a good helmet at the rental shop.
3. The right side: ride at the right side, riding slowly and carefully with the average speed in the way is 40 ~ 50 km/h. Driving slowly helps you be able to control any problem that may happen on the way and chance to explore the beauties and local life on the way.
4. Honking: Don’t be afraid when you are pushing the horn. You can hear “beep…beep…” sound around everywhere in Vietnam, honking is a part of traffic culture in here. It does not mean messy or impolite. Just is a simple signal “Hey, I’m coming, please notify me.”.
5. DON’T use alcohol before driving: A big No while driving is using alcohol. I think you are totally clear about it. So don’t ride your bike back when intoxicated. In case you should take a taxi instead and call to motorbike rental shop for help. They will bring your bike back to the hotel with a small fee, amount 5~10$.
6. Signal Lights: Use signal left when passing or turning at the crossroads. Be extra careful at the crossroads with traffic lights because there might be people cross over red lights.
About Bao An Motorbike Rental Company in Hoi An
Motorbikes are the most popular vehicle in Vietnam for Vietnamese people and tourists, and the motorbike is both a curiosity and excitement. So if you are looking at how to explore Hoi An in a great way, the motorbike is very useful which can take you to all the nooks of the city and the famous attractions. With really low cost, just from VND 80.000 per day (~4$ per/day), Bao An Motorbike rental in Hoi An service helps you are free to explore all of this beautiful town.
What A Quality Motorbike Rental in Hoi An Service Offers?
– Always provide real photos of the motorbike, public location, and assemble real motorbike at real shops.
– Having many new and modern motorbike, which are regularly maintained.
– Always check the safety and quality before handing over to customers.
– Provide clear contracts and set prices public on the website.
– Competitive with prices because no one wants to pay more for the same service they can receive.
– Always give detailed instructions to customers about vehicle safety regulations and traffic safety when traveling by motorbike in Hoi An.
If you’re looking for a quality motorbike rental in Hoi An, Bao An Motorbike Rental is the most popular and recommended motor rental business in Hoi An.
Price List of Bao An Motorbike Rental 2020
Motorbike Models
Daily Rental Rates
Long-term Rental Rates (From 3 day up to)
Honda Airblade (2019)
VND 130.000 Per day
~ 6 USD Per day
VND 120.000 Per day
~ 5 USD Per day
Yamaha Nouvo LX
VND 120.000 Per day
~ 5 USD Per day
VND 100.000 Per day
~ 4 USD Per day
Honda Lead
VND 120.000 Per day
~ 5 USD Per day
VND 100.000 Per day
~ 4 USD Per day
Honda Vision (2019)
VND 130.000 Per day
~ 6 USD Per day
VND 120.000 Per day
~ 5 USD Per day
Yamaha Sirius (2019)
VND 100.000 Per day
~ 4 USD Per day
VND 80.000 Per day
~ 3.5 USD Per day
Wave RSX (2019)
VND 100.000 Per day
~ 4 USD Per day
VND 80.000 Per day
~ 3.5 USD Per day
Yahama Exciter 135
VND 130.000 Per day
~ 6 USD Per day
VND 120.000 Per day
~ 5 USD Per day
Yamaha Jupiter (2019)
VND 100.000 Per day
~ 4 USD Per day
VND 80.000 Per day
~ 3.5 USD Per day
Yamaha Exciter 150
VND 150.000 Per day
~ 6.5 USD Per day
VND 140.000 Per day
~ 6 USD Per day
Yamaha NVX
VND 150.000 Per day
~ 6.5 USD Per day
VND 140.000 Per day
~ 6 USD Per day
List models of Bao An Rental Motorbikes
– Yamaha Nouvo LX is quite a roomy motorbike that will suit both men and women. Yamaha is a famous Japanese motorbike brand, Nouvo LX a very popular model in both Hoi An and in all of Vietnam, due to its popularity, you can easily get any spare parts for it. Yamaha Nouvo LX is perfect for short distances around the city trips. And additional good news, this model is quite economical fuel consumption.
– Honda Airblade is the most famous model which is seen on every street in Vietnam. Airblade is a very comfortable and reliable motorbike. Engine capacity is 125 cm3 allows you to travel long distances. The main advantage of this model is its easy handling. Suitable for those who don’t have more experience driving two-wheeled vehicles.
– Honda Vision – this is a scooter model, a modern style is suitable for women. It can easily fit two adults and really petrol saving and easily controllable. But it is not well adapted to rough roads.
– Yahama Exciter 135/ Yamaha Exciter 150/ Yamaha NVX is a large and powerful motorbike with engine capacity from 135 cm3 to 150 cm3. You can comfortably move a long distance, even move on on-ramps, rough roads.
– Yamaha Sirius (2019)/ Wave RSX (2019)/ Yamaha Jupiter (2019) – this semi-Automatic model, this model can adapt to many terrains, consume the least amount of fuel and easily find spare parts and repairs.
Why Should You Choose Bao An Motorbike Rental Service?
Pick-up and Free deliver in Hoi An
When you arrived in Hoi An, you can receipt a motorbike with free delivery in just 15 minutes. We have a team of professional staff who can support you in the great way you have ever seen. Attached to that, we provide some helpful things like helmets, petrol, and a guide for traveling by motorbike in Hoi An.
High-quality motorbikes, diverse and new
Bao An Company has 15 years of experience in motorbike rental in Hoi An. So, we know what do you need and what we can do for you. We always invest in new motorbike lines, high quality, and regular maintenance. Nowadays, Bao An Company owns more than 100 vehicles, from scooters, clutches, or gear bikes. Surely you will choose the best car and suit your preferences and affordability.
Bao An Company has multiple branches.
Bao An Company has two branches in Hoi An and Da Nang. You can rent a motorbike in Hoi An and pay one way in Da Nang. We will expand more branches in some famous travel destinations in the future.
Included Free accessories for all booking
If you book to rent a motorbike in Hoi An at Bao An Company, we will give you free accessories: 2 helmets, a phone holder, 1 liter of petrol. Now you can start your journey immediately after receiving the motorbike.
Top service, Good at English communication, Enthusiastic staff
We have a team of young, professional, enthusiastic staff. We can answer any question and thorough consultation to solve all your wonder with good English ability.
Simple procedure to Book a motorbike
You can choose for yourself the motorbike you like best, affordable but most suitable for you. We will give you a clear contract, with a simple procedure (take a photo of your passport, leave a deposit, sign in the contract, and take your bike). It is really quick and simple.
You can contact us to book a motorbike online, such as email, Viber, Zalo, Facebook Messenger… or call to Hotline +84 886 512 999.
Contact Info
Address: 14 Nguyen Thien Ke, Phuoc My, Son Tra, Hoi An
Email: thuexemaybaoan.com@gmail.com
Email: viethoaivtn3@gmail.com
Hotline: +84 886 512 999
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Somethings about Hoi An
When is the best time to go to Hoi An?
The best time to visit Hoi An is from February to May when the weather is spring, not too hot and humid. Hoi An located in the Center of Vietnam so that from July to October it is very hot and it has a lot of heavy rain from September to January. But at this time there are fewer tourists and peace, so you can choose the time of trip base on your hobby.
Why Hoi An is the top destination in Viet Nam?
If you ask me Hoi An is it worth visiting? I will say yes immediately, a big fat YES!
Hoi An is a charming old town, little crowded in the daytime and at night all lightened up. Street vendors, coffee shops, the boutique shops, the cobbled streets were some of the interesting things in here, and it makes many people fall in love. Hoi An is one of the most worth destinations needs to be in your itinerary.
How many times in Hoi An is good?
Hoi An just is a small town, but I think you can stay here as long as you can. I recommend you should stay here for at least three days.
Hoi An has many many homestays with the ancient architecture of Vietnamese identity. You will spend a whole day exploring each small alley of the old town, see each old house, visit each boutique store, and enjoy the food from the street vendors. You will not be bored if you join a few DIY crafts classes such as making lanterns, ao dai sewing, making paper lotus …in here. If you have time, stay even longer, you won’t regret all spend time in here.
What the things I can buy in Hoi An?
On my side, Hoi An is the best place for Vietnamese souvenirs. Artisanal souvenirs, handcraft lanterns, handmade cards, custom suits, home decor… so you can find many good things for friends and family. You should make sure you leave some space in your luggage before going to shopping in Hoi An because You’ll want to bring the whole town to your suitcase.
That’s all. Are you ready to rent in a motorbike for your trips? Thanks for reading all my articles about motorbike rental in Hoi An. I hope you have an awesome trip to a beautiful town!