Small Scooter Rental in Bangkok
Perfect for Bangkok city rides, lightweight, easy to handle, and ideal for short trips and easy parking.
from 160 THB/day
4,912 reviews
15 verified shops
290+ bikes
from 160 THB/day
From small automatic scooters to big adventure bikes - find the perfect motorbike rental for your Bangkok journey
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Explore the best neighborhoods in Bangkok by scooter or motorbike
Bangkok's longest road stretching through Nana, Asoke, Phrom Phong, and Thonglor
Sukhumvit Road runs through Bangkok's most popular expat and tourist corridor, from Nana (Soi 3) to Ekkamai (Soi 63). Renting a motorbike here saves time versus taxis stuck in traffic, and gives you freedom to explore rooftop bars, Terminal 21, and EmQuartier Mall. Side sois are narrow but rideable, and motorbike parking is easy to find.
Driving Routes
Ride Sukhumvit east from Asoke to Bang Na to access Mega Bangna and the road to Bang Pu seaside (45 min). Head west through Ratchaprasong to the Grand Palace area (30 min via Ploenchit). Late-night rides along empty Sukhumvit after midnight are a Bangkok highlight.
Safety Tips
Sukhumvit's main road has heavy traffic from 7-10 AM and 4-8 PM. Use the sois (side streets) as shortcuts. Watch for motorcycles weaving between lanes. BTS pillars create blind spots at intersections, so approach slowly.
Backpacker district near the Grand Palace, temples, and riverside
Khao San Road and the surrounding Banglamphu area are Bangkok's backpacker hub, steps from Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and the Chao Phraya River. A scooter rental here lets you reach Chinatown (Yaowarat) in 10 minutes and escape into quieter neighborhoods like Phra Athit and Samsen. Street food carts line every soi.
Driving Routes
Ride along Ratchadamnoen Avenue past Democracy Monument to the Golden Mount (Wat Saket) for panoramic city views (10 min). Cross the river via Pinklao Bridge to explore Thonburi's canals and Wat Arun up close. Head north to Dusit district and Vimanmek Palace (15 min).
Safety Tips
Khao San Road itself is pedestrianized at night, so park on Chakrapong or Rambuttri sois. One-way streets are common in Banglamphu. Ratchadamnoen Avenue is wide and fast, so stay alert when merging from narrow sois.
Business district with rooftop bars, night markets, and temple access
Silom and Sathorn form Bangkok's financial center, home to Patpong Night Market, Lebua Sky Bar, and Lumpini Park. Renting a motorbike here is practical for exploring Chinatown (10 min), the riverside temples, and cutting through traffic to Siam Square. The area transforms at night with street food vendors along Silom Soi 20 and Convent Road.
Driving Routes
Ride Charoen Krung Road south along the river to Asiatique night market (15 min). Head east on Rama IV past Lumpini Park to Sukhumvit's shopping malls (15 min). Cross Taksin Bridge to explore Thonburi's Talat Phlu neighborhood for authentic street food.
Safety Tips
Silom Road is one-way eastbound during rush hours (6:30-10 AM). Sathorn Road is a wide divided highway, so use care when making U-turns at designated points. Parking is tight in Silom, but most buildings have motorbike parking on ground floors.
Home to the world's largest weekend market and green park spaces
Chatuchak is famous for its weekend market (15,000+ stalls) and the surrounding parks, including Chatuchak Park and Queen Sirikit Park. A scooter makes it easy to haul market finds back to your hotel and explore nearby Or Tor Kor fresh market, one of Bangkok's best. The area connects easily to northern Bangkok via Phahonyothin Road.
Driving Routes
Ride north on Phahonyothin Road to Rangsit and the Thammasat University area (30 min). Head east on Vibhavadi Rangsit to reach Don Mueang Airport area (20 min). South along Phahonyothin takes you to Victory Monument and Ari in 15 minutes.
Safety Tips
Weekend traffic around Chatuchak Market (Sat-Sun 8 AM - 6 PM) is heavy. Park at the motorbike lot on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road (free) rather than circling for street parking. Phahonyothin Road is fast-moving, so use left lanes.
Affordable local neighborhood popular with long-stay expats and remote workers
On Nut (Sukhumvit Soi 77) is where many long-term visitors and digital nomads base themselves thanks to affordable rents, co-working spaces, and the Tesco Lotus / Big C malls. A motorbike rental here lets you ride into central Sukhumvit in 15 minutes or head southeast toward Prawet and Bang Na's massive malls without relying on the BTS.
Driving Routes
Ride east on Sukhumvit to Bang Na and Mega Bangna mall (20 min). Head south on Soi On Nut toward Suan Luang Rama IX Park, Bangkok's largest public park (10 min). The Lat Krabang road leads to Suvarnabhumi Airport area (25 min).
Safety Tips
Soi On Nut (Sukhumvit 77) is a busy two-lane road with frequent U-turn points. Watch for songthaews (red trucks) stopping suddenly. Main Sukhumvit eastbound is fast-moving at this stretch, so merge carefully.
Riverside Bangkok west of the river with canals, Wat Arun, and local markets
Thonburi is the quieter west bank of the Chao Phraya River, home to Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), the Royal Barges Museum, and a network of canals (klongs) lined with traditional houses. Renting a motorbike here opens up authentic Bangkok that most tourists miss, with local markets like Talat Phlu and Artist's House along Klong Bang Luang.
Driving Routes
Ride along the river road to Wat Arun and cross Phra Pinklao Bridge to the Grand Palace area (15 min). Head south along Charoen Nakhon Road to ICONSIAM and Asiatique (20 min). Explore the canal roads (Soi Charoen Nakhon) for a glimpse of old Bangkok.
Safety Tips
Thonburi's narrow sois along the canals can be tight for two-way traffic. Yield to oncoming vehicles at bridge crossings. The Phra Pinklao Bridge approach is multi-lane and fast, so position yourself early for your exit.
Everything you need to know about renting motorbikes in Bangkok
Motorbike rentals in Bangkok through Byklo start from 160 THB/day for a Honda Click 125cc, with prices going up to 2800 THB/day for big bikes and premium models. Here is a breakdown by category.
Small Scooter
from 160 THB/day
Honda Click 125
Medium Scooter
from 200 THB/day
Honda PCX 160
Comfort Scooter
from 300 THB/day
Yamaha NMAX 155
Big Bike
from 2800 THB/day
Honda NX500
Byklo connects you with 15 verified rental shops in Bangkok that have been reviewed by 4,912 riders. Every shop is verified before listing on the platform, and basic insurance is included with every rental.
Yes, you need either a Thai motorbike license or an International Driving Permit (IDP) with a motorbike endorsement to ride legally in Bangkok. A car-only license does not qualify. Police checkpoints are common in tourist areas, and fines for riding without proper documentation range from 500 to 1,000 THB. Byklo recommends getting your IDP before traveling to Thailand.
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