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Bali Zero handles visas, company setup, tax and property compliance in Indonesia. Ask us directly on WhatsApp.
Chat with Bali Zero on WhatsAppScooters are the most practical way to get around in Bali and many parts of Indonesia. Here's what you need to know.
Legal requirement:
To legally ride a scooter in Indonesia, you need:
Riding without proper license:
Many tourists ride without - but it's a risk.
| Option | For | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IDP | Short-term visitors | 1 year |
| SIM C | KITAS holders | 5 years |
| Tourist SIM C | Some areas offer | Limited |
Typical costs in Bali
| Feature | Daily Rental Day-by-day | Weekly Rental 7 days | Monthly Rental 30 days | Long-term 6-12 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Vario/Beat | IDR 70-100K | IDR 400-500K | IDR 800K-1.2M | IDR 700K-1M/mo |
| Honda PCX | IDR 100-150K | IDR 600-800K | IDR 1.5-2M | IDR 1.2-1.5M/mo |
| Nmax | IDR 150-200K | IDR 900K-1.2M | IDR 2-3M | IDR 1.5-2M/mo |
| Best for | Short stays | 1-4 weeks | Extended stay | Living in Indo |
#1 risk for tourists in Bali
Scooter accidents cause more tourist injuries than anything else.
Stay safe:
| Situation | What to Do |
|---|---|
| Intersections | Slow down, be ready |
| Overtaking | Use horn, go slowly |
| At night | Avoid if possible |
| Rain | Pull over and wait |
| Dogs | Slow down, don't swerve |
| Tourist areas | Watch for pedestrians |
| Mountains | Gear down, use brakes |
| Rule | Note |
|---|---|
| Drive on left | Like UK, Australia |
| Helmet required | By law (enforced) |
| Max 2 riders | Unless small children |
| Use indicators | Signal turns |
| No phone | While riding |
| Carry documents | STNK, license |
| Violation | Fine Range |
|---|---|
| No helmet | IDR 250K |
| No license | IDR 250-500K |
| Running red light | IDR 250K |
| No STNK | IDR 250K |
| Wrong way | IDR 250K |
| Source | Pros/Cons |
|---|---|
| Hotel/villa | Convenient, may be more expensive |
| Local rental shops | Cheaper, need to find |
| Facebook groups | Good deals, verify seller |
| Apps (Gojek) | Short rentals available |
| Long-term dealers | Best for 6+ months |
| Factor | Why |
|---|---|
| Good reviews | Reputation matters |
| Clear contract | Terms in writing |
| Proper documents | STNK provided |
| Good condition bikes | Well maintained |
| Fair deposit policy | Reasonable amount |
| Roadside assistance | Helpful for breakdowns |
Critical: Travel insurance may NOT cover you if:
Check your policy carefully!
Consider specific motorbike coverage if riding regularly.
| Type | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Travel insurance | May cover with license |
| Rental insurance | Usually third-party only |
| Separate bike policy | Comprehensive option |
| Credit card | Check terms carefully |
| Type | Price | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Pertalite | ~IDR 10K/L | Standard |
| Pertamax | ~IDR 14K/L | Premium |
| Pertamax Turbo | ~IDR 16K/L | High performance |
Most scooters run fine on Pertalite.
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pertamina stations | Official, metered |
| Roadside sellers | Bottles, convenient but expensive |
| Self-service | Available in some areas |
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Flat tire | Tambal ban shops everywhere |
| Low fuel | Many sellers along roads |
| Oil change | Bengkel (workshop) |
| Breakdown | Call rental company |
| Location | Cost |
|---|---|
| Street parking | IDR 2-5K |
| Mall/hotel | Often free |
| Beach parking | IDR 5-10K |
| Markets | IDR 2-5K |
| Factor | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Under 3 months | Better | Not worth |
| 3-6 months | Calculate | Consider |
| Over 6 months | Expensive | Often better |
| Resale | N/A | Can recover 70-80% |
| Maintenance | Included | Your problem |
| Flexibility | High | Locked in |
| Consideration | Notes |
|---|---|
| Good brands | Honda, Yamaha |
| Age | Under 5 years ideal |
| Check documents | STNK, BPKB |
| Test ride | Before buying |
| Mechanic check | Worth the fee |
| Price | Check OLX for market rate |
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