Renting 250cc+ / license
Renting 250cc+ / license
Hi all!
I would like some advice for an upcoming trip to Cambodia. I struggle to find rental places online, the one recommended managed by an expat was all booked out until March.
Q1. Where would you rent a dirt bike 250cc or larger in PP?
Q2. I got full motorcycle license issued in Japan, do i need to get a local license or would an IDP be sufficient?
Very thankful for any advice.
best,
David
I would like some advice for an upcoming trip to Cambodia. I struggle to find rental places online, the one recommended managed by an expat was all booked out until March.
Q1. Where would you rent a dirt bike 250cc or larger in PP?
Q2. I got full motorcycle license issued in Japan, do i need to get a local license or would an IDP be sufficient?
Very thankful for any advice.
best,
David
I've rented several times from Angkor Motorcycles, on the corner of st. 172 and 51. I used to get good deals there, Honda XR250cc or the Baja version for around 200$/m. Great bikes, never had any mechanical problems riding them for over a month each time on tracks and dirt roads. They also gave me spare parts to bring with me on my trips, and you only pay for them if you need to use them. Otherwise you just give them back when you finish renting. Last time I tried to rent there, only the husband was present (I've only dealt with the wife previously), and his last price was almost twice as much as I used to pay before.dks888 wrote:Q1. Where would you rent a dirt bike 250cc or larger in PP?
Stay far away from Lucky Lucky. They might be a good visa agent, based on all the recommendations here, but I've had nothing but trouble with their bikes.
IDP's are not recognised in Cambodia, and you'd need a local license to ride legally. I've never been stopped by the police outside Phnom Penh. Even in Sihanoukville as they were stopping every tourist in the Golden Lions roundabout, they just waved me through, riding in full gear. However, it's not the police you should be worried about. Your insurance most likely has a policy that you need a valid license from both your home country, and the country your driving in. Since IDP doesn't mean anything here, you'd need a local permit to be covered, should something happen.dks888 wrote:Q2. I got full motorcycle license issued in Japan, do i need to get a local license or would an IDP be sufficient?
Drive safe!
I don't think they transfer bike categories over when you convert it do they?
Also, if you've a Japanese licence what's your country of residence? I thought your passport had to match your licence?
Just questions as I've never done it.
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Also, if you've a Japanese licence what's your country of residence? I thought your passport had to match your licence?
Just questions as I've never done it.
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Afaik you need to ask for each licence class as a separate licence.YaTingPom wrote:I don't think they transfer bike categories over when you convert it do they?
Also, if you've a Japanese licence what's your country of residence? I thought your passport had to match your licence?
Just questions as I've never done it.
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At least that's how it used to be: Need car and big bike? Convert your license that covers both to a B and an A2 licence. And pay twice.
As long as it's clear that your licence covers the requested type, they'll convert it.
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You most definitely don't need a local license. Don't sweat it. Which western place were you recommended? I know most in the country so would likely recognise the name. What is the purpose of the trip? A leisurely trios around, or more serious off-road riding, or tarmac riding? I can recommend many places, but it all depends on what type of bike you want to ride.
Hey guys,
thanks a lot for the input.
First on insurance, I am covered for medicals regardless of what I do, i asked outright "What if i drive a motorcycle without a valid license", did not matter. They wouldn't cover bike and third party injuries however.
The booked out one i read good things about was Two Wheels Only.
As for what type of trip, exploring. I have never been to Cambodia so i will look at looping around the country in a mix of tarmac/dirt but not with the sole purpose of going offroad biking motocross style. I did some riding in Vietnam and it was amazing so i am doing my best to research Cambodia at the moment!
best regards,
David
thanks a lot for the input.
First on insurance, I am covered for medicals regardless of what I do, i asked outright "What if i drive a motorcycle without a valid license", did not matter. They wouldn't cover bike and third party injuries however.
The booked out one i read good things about was Two Wheels Only.
As for what type of trip, exploring. I have never been to Cambodia so i will look at looping around the country in a mix of tarmac/dirt but not with the sole purpose of going offroad biking motocross style. I did some riding in Vietnam and it was amazing so i am doing my best to research Cambodia at the moment!
best regards,
David
And regarding license again, sub 125cc is fine right but what about above? If stopped by the police a small donation would suffice?
best,
David
best,
David
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Yes, don't worry about the police, especially in the countryside. You could rent a bike from Angkor Bikes as mentioned. They're pretty cheap I think. There's also Dara motorcycles but he's a bit pricey. You could also contact adventure rider Asia. Depending on when you're coming over, they might be willing to rent out a bike if it doesn't coincide with one of their tours.
You now need to present a passport with valid EB or ER visa as well as work book to rent any kind of vehicle over 125c, 1m in length or over 80kg in weight.
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If you're renting 250+, try and get a Suzuki, not a Honda Baja with kickstart. The Honda Degree is quite OK, but they are all very old now.
Thx, yea i was aiming for the Honda. Drove one of those in Vietnam which was fine.
Regarding business/expat visa, if this is really the case i am screwed anyhow!
Regarding business/expat visa, if this is really the case i am screwed anyhow!
Hey guys,
would you have any reco's for rental places in Siem Reap? Might go straight there rather than PP..
Thankful for tips!
best,
D
would you have any reco's for rental places in Siem Reap? Might go straight there rather than PP..
Thankful for tips!
best,
D
Technically not permitted in Siem Reap, though very selectively enforced over the past few years. Ban lasts a week or two during a blitz and then business as usual, though things may be changing:dks888 wrote:Hey guys,
would you have any reco's for rental places in Siem Reap? Might go straight there rather than PP..
Thankful for tips!
best,
D
http://m.phnompenhpost.com/national/sie ... rental-ban
Siem Reap governor warns businesses flouting Siem Reap moto rental ban
20 Nov, 2017 - Niem Chheng
Siem Reap Governor Kim Bunsong reminded business owners late last week to obey a long-standing, and often flouted, ban on motorcycle and scooter rentals to tourists.
In the letter, dated Thursday, Bunsong urges business owners to follow the directive in order to maintain public order and reduce traffic accidents, or risk facing closure.
“It is completely forbidden to rent or lend transportation methods like motorbikes and cars to foreigners … except bicycle or electric bicycle,” the letter reads. “In case individuals [or] business owners rent or lend… transportation of all kinds … to foreigners for trips or touring, authorities will take legal action, and stop their business temporarily or completely.”
Also the Degree is built for the Asian market so the ride height is lower and the suspension is crap with anyone over 60kg riding it!son of vladimir wrote:If you're renting 250+, try and get a Suzuki, not a Honda Baja with kickstart. The Honda Degree is quite OK, but they are all very old now.
Get a two stroke. Just because.
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