In short: a monthly rate typically costs IDR 1,300,000 for a basic scooter (21 shops) and works out about 44% cheaper per day than daily hire. Agree the price, deposit, insurance, delivery and servicing in writing; photograph the bike at handover; and avoid leaving your passport as a deposit.
What a month costs
24 shops in our directory publish a monthly price. At the 21 of them that rent scooters, the cheapest scooter costs IDR 700,000 to IDR 2,000,000 a month, typically IDR 1,300,000. Bigger maxi-scooters such as an NMAX, PCX or XMAX typically cost IDR 3,500,000 at the top end (12 shops). Among shops that publish both, the monthly rate is typically 44% cheaper per day than the daily rate (5% to 83%, 23 shops).
Compare them side by side on our monthly rental page, or see the full price guide.
Step by step
- Pick your base. Rent where you're staying: most shops deliver locally, and delivery terms are set by area. Start from your area's list.
- Choose the bike. A 110-125cc automatic is fine for town. For two people or hilly areas, consider a maxi-scooter (see scooter or motorcycle?).
- Message two or three shops on WhatsApp with your dates and preferred bike. Ask for the monthly price in writing.
- Agree the terms in writing: total price and what it includes, deposit and how it is returned, insurance (if any) and what it excludes, delivery and collection, servicing, breakdown cover, and the return date.
- Inspect at handover. Photograph or film every side of the bike, including existing scratches. Check brakes, tyres, lights and horn, and that the helmet fits.
- Check the papers. The bike's registration document (STNK) should be with the bike. Keep it with you when riding.
- Return it as agreed: same condition and fuel level, with photos again, and get your deposit back on the spot or in writing.
Deposits and your passport
Deposit terms vary a lot. Of the 65 shops in our directory, 22 state their deposit terms upfront, and 10 state they take no deposit at all. Where a deposit applies, it is usually cash or your passport. For example, Scoot Bali lists IDR 1,000,000 or your passport, and Doel Rental Penida lists larger deposits only for its bigger bikes.
If you can, choose cash over your passport: you'll need your passport for visas, banks and check-ins, and a cash deposit is easier to get back. Always get a receipt.
Delivery and collection
41 shops in our directory state free delivery to at least one area, but some attach a condition. 6 shops publish one, such as "10:00-17:00", "multi-day rentals", "3+ days, within 20 km". On a monthly rental these usually work in your favour, but confirm that delivery to your address is free, and ask about collection at the end.
Servicing and breakdowns
A month is long enough for a bike to need an oil change, and few shops publish what their monthly price covers. Ask who pays for servicing and oil changes, how quickly they replace a bike that breaks down, and whether they collect it from where you are. Some listings mention roadside assistance (3 in our directory). Report damage straight away rather than at the end of the month.
Insurance
Of the shops that say anything about insurance, 4 say it's included, 10 offer it as an optional extra and 10 say it isn't included; most don't say. Even "included" cover can leave you liable for damage, so read the terms. Check that your own travel insurance covers riding a motorbike of that engine size with your licence.
Licence
Indonesian law requires a valid licence to ride. For most visitors that means an International Driving Permit (IDP) that covers motorcycles, carried with your home licence; residents can hold an Indonesian motorcycle licence (SIM C, with higher classes for bikes above 250cc). Police run traffic checks in tourist areas, and travel insurance may not cover an unlicensed rider. Rules can change, so check current requirements before you ride (our licence guide lists the sources). Read our licence and IDP guide before you sign up for a month.