Frequently Asked Questions

Here you will find all you need to know about hiring a motorbike from us, from how to get here to what you need to bring with you. If you think we have missed anything drop us a line.
  • What sort of motorcycles do you rent and how much are they? (Back to top)
    See our motorcycle types and rates page.
  • What age do I need to be to rent a motorcycle? (Back to top)
    You need to be 25 or older and have held your motorcycle license for more than 2 years. (Exceptions to the age and length of time may occasionally be made. However, you need to tell us before you book to enable us to check with our insurers).
  • Do I need an International Driving License? (Back to top)
    No, your driving license from the country in which you live will be all we need.
  • What documents do I need to rent a motorcycle? (Back to top)
    You need your motorcycle driving license and a passport.
  • I have a car driving license. Can I use it to rent a bike? (Back to top)
    No. In most countries you need to pass a motorcycle test to be allowed to ride a motorbike of over 125cc. To rent a motorbike from us your license (issued in the country in which you live) must allow you to ride a motorcycle of 800cc or 1200cc depending on which of our bikes you rent. You must also have held this license for a minimum of two years.
  • Is insurance included? (Back to top)
    Fully comprehensive insurance is included in the daily cost of your motorcycle rental. This covers all of Ireland and is all you will need for riding the bike. We advise that you take out your own Travel Insurance in addition to this and check that it covers you for riding a motorcycle.
  • How much is the damage excess? (Back to top)
    Damage excess is £1250. This amount will be reserved on your credit card when you collect your motorcycle. In the event of the motorbike being damaged or stolen that will be the maximum cost to you.
  • Can I ride the motorcycle offroad or on a racetrack? (Back to top)
    No. It is strictly prohibited to use the motorcycle for any non-asphalt riding or on a racetrack. There is no insurance cover for using the motorcycles offroad or for racetrack riding. In the event of one of our motorcycles being used in these ways you would be liable for all costs.
  • Do you charge rental per day or per 24 hours? (Back to top)
    We charge rental per day. That means rental is charged for each calendar day you have a motorbike, for example if you collect a bike on Tuesday and return it on Friday you will be charged for 4 days.
  • Do I need to pay a deposit? (Back to top)
    Yes, to secure your booking you need to pay a 25% deposit. Once you have booked we will give you several ways to pay, for example by credit card, bank transfer or PayPal. The balance of the total is due four weeks before you arrive for rental only or 5 weeks before you arrive for Self-Guided tours. We will contact you with the payment options when the balance of payment is due.
  • What's included in the cost of my rental motorbike? (Back to top)
    • Unlimited Mileage
    • Full Hard Luggage
    • Comprehensive Insurance
    • Garmin Zumo GPS
    • 24 hr Breakdown & Recovery Service
    • Maps, Routes & Advice
    • Easy Transfers from Belfast and Dublin cities or airports
  • Can I take one of your motorcycles outside Ireland? (Back to top)
    The standard insurance covers Ireland only but we can provide cover for other countries by special arrangement. Please contact us in advance if you are planning to travel outside Ireland with one of our motorbikes.
  • Can I carry a pillion passenger? (Back to top)
    Yes, you can carry a pillion passenger. This is covered under our standard insurance.
  • Are your motorcycle rentals for set periods? (Back to top)
    The minimum rental period is three days. After that it's up to you how many days you want it for. Rental can begin and end on any day.
  • How can I check if you have motorcycles available on the dates I want to travel? (Back to top)
    Drop us an email from our contact page and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
  • My friends and I want to rent several motorbikes. Do you do group bookings? (Back to top)
    Yes, just get in touch and we will be happy to arrange that.
  • Do you just rent motorbikes or can you arrange a motorcycle holiday? (Back to top)
    We also offer self guided motorcycle tours, which include accommodation, routes and motorcycle rental. Ideal if you want to just turn up and ride!
  • Do you do self guided motorbike tours? (Back to top)
    Yes, see our self guided motorcycle tours page.
  • What is a self guided motorcycle tour? (Back to top)
    You will get one of our rental motorcycles which has a GPS fitted. The route for each day of your tour is on the GPS and each night’s accommodation is pre-booked by us. There are no set starting dates so you can choose your own and travel on your own or with a group of friends. You pay an all-inclusive price for motorbike hire, GPS routes and accommodation. So, all you need to do is turn up and ride, safe in the knowledge that you will be riding the best motorbike roads in Ireland, staying in great biker friendly accommodation and seeing some of the best sights and attractions that Ireland has to offer.
  • What is included in the price of a self guided motorcycle tour? (Back to top)
    The price of a self guided motorbike tour includes rental of motorcycle, top box and side cases with liner bags, Garmin GPS with daily routes, maps, itinerary booklet with route descriptions and points of interest, top quality B&B and hotel accommodation, comprehensive insurance and 24hr breakdown cover.
  • How many miles per day does a self guided motorcycle tour cover? (Back to top)
    Guided motorbike tours typically cover 120-150 miles per day. We feel this is the right amount to give you time to see the sights and 'smell the roses'. Some days may have a higher mileage to allow you to get to an area of particular interest.
  • Do your self guided motorbike tours have a support vehicle? (Back to top)
    No, all our bikes are fitted with luggage and tank bags are also available. The price includes 24hr breakdown cover.
  • Where do your self guided motorbike tours start and end? (Back to top)
    All our tours start and end at our premises.
  • How do I make a booking? (Back to top)
    Go to our contact page and either fill in the form or send us an email and we will get back to you shortly to confirm the rental/tour.
  • How do I pay for my motorcycle rental? (Back to top)
    We accept all major credit cards and PayPal. Alternatively you may transfer payment by Internet Banking, BACS, IBAN or Swift Code to our bank account.
    A deposit of 25% is required to confirm your booking. The balance will be due 4 weeks before the first day of your rental or 5 weeks prior to the start of a tour. Payments can be made on our secure Make a Payment page.
  • Do you supply / rent clothing & helmets? (Back to top)
    Yes, we have helmets and rain suits available free of charge. However, we find most people bring their own gear. Please inform us at time of booking if you need either of these to ensure we have sufficient stock.
  • What gear do I need? (Back to top)
    It is a legal requirement to wear a helmet in Ireland so that's the minimum. We find most people want to bring their own protective gear. Clothing is at your discretion but we do suggest you wear motorcycle protective clothing such as jacket, trousers, boots and gloves.
  • Do I need to bring a GPS? (Back to top)
    No, all our motorcycles have a Garmin Zumo GPS as standard. It's packed full of suggested routes and points of interest.
  • Can you help with route planning? (Back to top)
    Yes, we are happy to advise on routes. Just get in touch.
  • Do the motorcycles have luggage? (Back to top)
    Yes, all our motorbikes have panniers and a top box. Tank bags are also available free of charge should you need some extra storage space.
  • How do I get from the airport to your location? (Back to top)
    You don't need to worry about that as you can easily transfer from Dublin and Belfast cities or airports. See our transfers page for all the details.
  • Can you store my excess luggage while I am renting the motorcycle? (Back to top)
    Yes, we are happy to store any luggage during your rental period.
  • Do you have a mileage limit? (Back to top)
    No, you can do as many miles as you want.
  • How many miles should I expect to cover in a day? (Back to top)
    That depends on how much you want to see but on average around 100-150 miles per day. Part of the fun of motorcycling in Ireland is taking the scenic route from A to B rather than racing along motorways.
  • What if the motorcycle breaks down? (Back to top)
    That is a very rare event but all our rental motorcycles are covered by 24hr breakdown and recovery service. If the motorbike can't be repaired at the roadside you will be taken to that day's destination and we will then replace the motorcycle.
  • Do you provide travel insurance? (Back to top)
    No, travel insurance is not included but we strongly recommend you arrange adequate cover for your trip and we suggest you check it covers you for riding a motorcycle as some policies do not.
  • What side of the road do you drive on in Ireland? (Back to top)
    We drive on the left side of the road in Ireland.
  • If you guys drive on the left, does that mean the controls on the motorcycles are reversed? (Back to top)
    Thankfully no! Motorcycles all over the world have the controls on the same sides. Clutch on the left, brake on the right.
  • Do you have a refund policy? (Back to top)
    Yes, see it on our refund and cancellations page.
  • Do you have a privacy policy? (Back to top)
    Yes, see it on our privacy policy page.
  • What's the difference between the North and South of Ireland? (Back to top)
    The island of Ireland is made up of two countries. The 'North' or Northern Ireland, capital Belfast, is part of the United Kingdom. Hence the currency is British Pounds, distances are given in miles and speed limits in miles per hour. The 'South' or Republic of Ireland, capital Dublin, is an independent country whose currency is the Euro and where kilometres are used for measuring speed and distance. However, you can cross from one to the other without noticing as there are no border controls and we all drive on the left!. We have used the term Ireland to refer to the island as a whole, incorporating both countries. We highly recommend that you try to include North and South in your holiday to fully appreciate the beauty of Ireland.