Anyone ever rented a scooter/motorcycle in Pattaya??
#1
Posted 17 May 2007 - 10:00 AM
Want to rent a scooter or motorcycle while in pattaya for a few days to check out some of the out of the way places. Has anyone rented bikes and where did you rent? what's the process to rent a scooter? how much does it cost? I know you can ge around on baht buses, but like to ride around like i do at home without the restriction of baht bus. Any suggestions welcomed. thanks
#2 Guest_Pat Tire_*
Posted 17 May 2007 - 12:26 PM
I purchased my own which is covered up in a garage waiting for me, but from memory you can rent an automatic Yamaha Nouvo type for around 3000 per month or 150 Baht per day.
Certainly do not hire from someone who asks that you deposit your passport as surety and thoroughly inspect for damage and scratches before you sign the hire agreement because that is becoming a popular scam.
#3
Posted 17 May 2007 - 12:35 PM
Loads of places rent them out all along Beach Road and also many hotel staff members have moto's to hire.
I purchased my own which is covered up in a garage waiting for me, but from memory you can rent an automatic Yamaha Nouvo type for around 3000 per month or 150 Baht per day.
Certainly do not hire from someone who asks that you deposit your passport as surety and thoroughly inspect for damage and scratches before you sign the hire agreement because that is becoming a popular scam.
Thanks alot Pat Tire.....your a wealth of information
#4
Posted 17 May 2007 - 09:38 PM
Cheers
LB3048
#5
Posted 22 May 2007 - 07:53 PM
From your avatar, I'm thinking that you’re an American. Just keep in mind that they drive on the opposite side of the street in Thailand. It can be very dangerous. I have thought about it a few times while I was there, but decided not to . Now, if you’re British or Australian, then no problem.
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#6
Posted 22 May 2007 - 11:12 PM
The guy's name is Mark he never takes your passport and doens't even bother checking the bikes before or after, so no scam in sight. all the bikes are in good condition and are mianly the fatser automatics. It's 1,000 deposite and 200 a day, or 1,000 a week.
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#7
Posted 22 May 2007 - 11:41 PM
#8
Posted 25 May 2007 - 01:55 AM
Life is cheap in Thailand baht busses are cheaper - maybe enough said.
Cheers
Mardhi
#9
Posted 25 May 2007 - 02:22 AM
Thanks for all the info. Yeah have to remember that driving on the other side of the road part. Thanks All
Fortunately the thais drive on the right side of the road most of the time
Dave007...UK
#10
Posted 25 May 2007 - 09:11 PM
Would recommend contemplating bringing a helmet from home as the ones they give you would offer very little protection in an accident. Next problem in an accident is look at how the majority of farangs are dressed on bikes there. Even in a minor accident i think that you will lose a lot of skin.
Not trying to talk you out of it but beware of the many pit falls. Like i said i hire them most trips but when i go out drinking it is on the baht bus i go and i have been riding for more than 35 years.
Be safe and enjoy.
#11
Posted 25 May 2007 - 09:14 PM
#12
Posted 25 May 2007 - 10:35 PM
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