Renting a motorbike to travel Vietnam is much cheaper than most people expect — especially the longer you go, once discounted long-term rates kick in. But “how much does a motorbike cost” isn’t really a single number, since it depends on which bike you’re after and how long you’re renting for.

Here’s a real breakdown of what you can expect to pay, what actually comes with the price, and the other costs worth budgeting for once you’re on the road.

Basic Pricing

Our bikes fall into three broad tiers, and there’s something for pretty much every budget:

•         Small cc bikes (e.g. the Honda Wave Alpha 110cc) — from $10/day, $210/month, or $315 for 2 months, which works out to around $5/day for a long-term rental
•         150cc range (e.g. the Honda CB Verza, Honda XR, Honda CB150X) — our most commonly rented bikes, from $17–$25/day or $350–$450/month
•         Adventure bikes (e.g. the Honda CB500X) — our premium option, at $60/day or $1,080/month

$210 to $1,080 for a month’s rental is a real difference, but so are the bikes — the gap comes down to more than just engine size.

What Makes the Price Difference

The smaller cc semi-automatic and manual bikes are the cheapest overall, and they’re also built in Vietnam, which is part of why they offer the best value. They’re still perfectly capable of covering the whole country — the Honda Wave is the most common bike on Vietnam’s roads for good reason.

The mid-range 150cc bikes are where most of our customers end up, striking a good balance of price and performance. As larger cc manual bikes, they cost more than the small cc range, but come with real gains in performance and safety. These are imported into Vietnam from Honda Indonesia and Honda China, which pushes the price up a bit, while keeping them a genuinely affordable rental option.

The larger cc adventure bikes are for riders who want the best Vietnam has to offer. These come in from Honda Thailand, carrying a bigger price tag — but with performance to match.

What’s Included in the Price

Our rental price covers all the basics you need for a trip, with extras available if you want them.

Every bike comes with a phone holder, USB charger, lock, bungee cords, a luggage rack or side racks, a basic helmet, and access to our helpline if you need assistance on the road.

On top of that, we also rent out extra protective gear — European-standard helmets, motorbike jackets, protectors and gloves — to help you ride safely. Other extras like an intercom system, waterproof bags, bag covers and raincoats are also available at our shops, so you can kit yourself out with exactly what your trip needs.

Why Cheap Isn’t Always Cheap

We keep our pricing structure clear across every bike and every extra, so it’s easy to see exactly what you’re paying for.

You’ll often find cheaper motorbike rentals in the cities, but these tend to be older models, or bikes designed for city riding rather than covering the country. Pricing at these places is often unclear, and hidden fees have a way of turning up at the end of the rental.

With our damage waiver option, even if the bike picks up damage while you have it, the cost is covered — so there are no hidden or unexpected costs waiting for you when you bring it back.

One-Way Rentals

With multiple shops across Vietnam, we’re able to offer one-way rentals nationwide — finish your trip in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City and there’s no drop-off fee. You’ll also always be dealing with Style Motorbikes’ own staff at all 4 of our locations, so the service stays consistent wherever you start or finish.

Other Costs to Budget For

Renting the bike is just one part of the cost of travelling Vietnam by motorbike. The other three big ones are petrol, accommodation, and food and drink.

Petrol currently runs under $0.90 USD per litre, and with most of our bikes doing around 40km per litre, even a long trip works out cheap on fuel.

Accommodation can be as cheap or as expensive as you want. Dorm rooms and even some private rooms can be found for around $8 (200,000 VND), though a more typical private room outside the big cities runs 400,000–500,000 VND. If you want something more luxurious, budget 1–2 million VND for a genuinely nice place to stay.

Food and drink varies just as much. Basic meals start at a few dollars, while a good homestay meal might run $7–8 USD. Beers can be as cheap as $1 a can — so it really comes down to how much you’re eating and drinking. Vietnamese people love to eat and drink well, and a good night out can easily cost more than this if that’s what you’re after.

Worth budgeting for separately: activities and tours along the way. Vietnam has plenty on offer — trekking in Sapa, exploring the caves in Phong Nha, boat tours in Ninh Binh and Ha Long Bay, go-karting in Dalat, or speedboats out to Cham Island, among others. These can be genuinely expensive compared to the rest of your trip — a 1-month motorbike rental starts from $210, and depending on which activities you go for, tours alone can end up costing more than everything else on this list combined. Worth factoring in early if you know which ones you want to do.

Summary: What to Budget For

•         Bike rental: from around $5/day for a long-term small-cc rental, up to $60/day for a premium adventure bike
•         What’s included: phone holder, charger, lock, bungee cords, rack, basic helmet and helpline access as standard, with protective gear and other extras available to rent
•         Other daily costs: well under $1/litre for petrol, roughly $8–$50+ for accommodation depending on comfort level, and a few dollars up for food and drink
•         Activities and tours: budget separately for these — trekking, caves, boat tours and the like can add up to more than the rental itself depending on what you choose

Need a Motorbike for Your Vietnam Trip?

Not sure exactly what your budget gets you, or which bike is the best fit? Get in touch — WhatsApp, email, or through our website — and we’ll help you find the right bike before you arrive. Style Motorbikes — your adventure starts here.

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