The Best Scooter to Rent in Bali: BeAT, Scoopy, Vario, NMAX or PCX?
Match the scooter to your route and passenger, not to the poster. A practical comparison of Bali's most-rented scooters with 2026 prices.
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The "best" scooter in Bali is the one that fits your route, your passenger and your experience. A big maxi-scooter looks great but is a pain in Canggu's lanes; a 110 cc BeAT is perfect around town but struggles two-up to Kintamani. Prices below are fixed catalogue prices from siappergi.com, October 2026.
Quick picker
| Your trip | Best choice | Price per day |
|---|---|---|
| Solo, flat areas (Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur) | Honda BeAT | Rp70,000–Rp80,000 |
| Solo or light two-up, retro look | Honda Scoopy | Rp75,000–Rp90,000 |
| A bit more power, still light | Honda Vario 125 / Yamaha Fazzio | Rp100,000 |
| Two-up into the hills (Ubud, Kintamani, Uluwatu) | Honda Vario 160 | Rp130,000 |
| Two-up long distances, comfort | Yamaha NMAX / Honda PCX | Rp150,000 |
| Village roads, rough tracks | Honda ADV 160 ABS | Rp180,000 |
| Experienced riders, touring | Yamaha XMAX 250 | Rp310,000 |
The contenders
Honda BeAT (110 cc). Light, frugal and the cheapest option. Ideal for beginners and solo riders on flat roads.
Honda Scoopy (110 cc). Retro styling with good under-seat storage. The classic Bali holiday bike.
Honda Vario 125 / 160. The sensible all-rounder. The 160 has noticeably more pull on hills with a passenger and is lighter than a maxi-scooter.
Yamaha Fazzio 125 Hybrid. Modern-retro with a hybrid assist that helps when pulling away.
Yamaha NMAX 155 / Honda PCX 160. Big, stable and comfortable for two. Many units use a smart key; ask the courier to show you how it works.
Three mistakes to avoid
- Renting too big for a first ride. If you've never ridden a 150 cc scooter, start with a Vario 125.
- Renting too small for two people in the hills. A 110 cc with two adults up to Kintamani is slow and hard on the brakes going down.
- Ignoring where you sleep. Villas down narrow gang (alleys) are much easier with a small bike.
FAQ
What's the best scooter for beginners in Bali?
A Honda BeAT or Scoopy: light, easy to balance and cheap.
What's the best scooter for two people in Bali?
A Honda Vario 160, Yamaha NMAX or Honda PCX.
Do I need a different licence for a 155 cc scooter?
No. In Indonesia the standard motorcycle licence covers scooters up to 250 cc; tourists need their home motorcycle licence plus an IDP.
Indonesian versions: NMAX vs PCX and Scoopy vs Fazzio.
