What to Know About Riding in Thailand

Your complete guide to motorbike travel — by riders, for riders.

Thailand is one of the finest motorbike destinations in the world. The roads wind through mountain passes, hug dramatic coastlines and cut through jungle valleys in a way that simply can't be experienced from a bus or taxi window. Whether you are renting a scooter to explore Bangkok for a week or planning a multi-country touring adventure, this site gives you the honest, practical information you need — written by people who ride these roads.

Everything You Need to Ride Thailand

New to Riding in Thailand? Start Here.

These three pages are the best place to begin:

Choosing the Right Bike

Scooter, semi-auto or geared? Match the bike to your route and experience.

Rental Shops — Bangkok & Central

The best motorbike rental shops in Bangkok, trusted and verified.

Thai Traffic Laws for Riders

The essentials every rider needs to know before hitting Thai roads.