Hand Protection for Rental Scooters: A Practical Guide Before You Ride

Hand protection for a rental scooter is often overlooked by visitors, yet your hands are the body part most quickly hurt when you fall or get hit by rain and wind. This guide explains what to check, what you can add, and what is already included when you rent a scooter with SiapPergi.

Why Hand Protection Matters on a Rental Scooter

While riding, your hands are the body part most exposed: they hold the handlebars, sit near the hot exhaust in slow traffic, and take the wind and dust on open roads. On a rental scooter you may also not yet be used to the road, the bends, or the rougher rural roads in Bali.

Hand protection helps in three main ways:

• Your skin stays protected from friction during a minor fall or slip.
• Your hands stay warmer and drier during rain or wind on mountain routes such as the roads to Kintamani or Bedugul.
• Handlebar control is more comfortable because your palms do not get sore or numb after hours of riding.

Note: Gloves do not replace a helmet and proper riding clothing. Wear your helmet at all times, and cover your hands and legs on longer journeys.

Types of Hand Protection Suited to Rental Scooters

Not every glove suits every situation. Before choosing, think about the route and the weather you will face.

If you are unsure, choose gloves that cover the wrist and fit snugly, so they do not slip off when you brake or turn.

How to Choose and Check Gloves Before You Ride

1. Check the size. Gloves that are too loose can get in the way of your grip on the handlebars.
2. Check the stitching and material. Make sure no threads are coming loose and there are no tears.
3. Check grip comfort. Hold the handlebars briefly and make sure your fingers can easily squeeze the brake and clutch.
4. Check any protective parts. If there are knuckle guards or padding, make sure they are firmly attached.
5. Check cleanliness. Gloves that smell or feel damp should be replaced, especially if you will be wearing them for several days.

Other Gear to Check When Renting a Scooter

Before you set off, check other equipment that affects safety and hand comfort:

• Helmet: every SiapPergi scooter comes with 2 free helmets.
• Raincoat: available as an add-on, from Rp15.000 for one raincoat or Rp25.000 for two.
• Phone holder: available as an add-on for Rp15.000, so your hands do not have to keep holding your phone during navigation.
• Helmet hair caps: available as an add-on for Rp15.000 for two.

These add-on prices are SiapPergi's catalogue prices and may change, so please confirm when you book.

When to Replace or Add Protection

If you rent a scooter for several days, rotate the same pair of gloves and let them dry naturally overnight. Replace them if:

• The gloves are soaked through and still not dry by the next morning.
• The fingers or wrists start to tear.
• The gloves feel slippery or no longer hold your grip.

For longer trips to Amed or Lovina, pack a spare dry pair in your bag, especially as mountain weather often changes quickly.

Riding Rules and Requirements to Keep in Mind

Riding requirements are set by Indonesian regulations and can change. For foreign visitors, make sure you carry your home-country licence together with an International Driving Permit (IDP) with the motorcycle category. The detailed rules for licences are set by the police and other relevant authorities, so check official sources before you travel.

SiapPergi's minimum requirements are: for a scooter, a motorcycle licence, passport or ID, and a minimum age of 17. For a car, a valid car licence applies. The minimum rental is 2 days.

How SiapPergi Helps

SiapPergi delivers scooters or cars to your hotel, villa, home, or Ngurah Rai Airport anywhere on mainland Bali, with no delivery fee. Prices shown are fixed catalogue prices, starting from Rp70.000 per day for a scooter and Rp310.000 per day for a car. You do not need a deposit, your passport or ID is not held, and you pay in Rupiah when the vehicle arrives. Book on WhatsApp at +6281808001102 (every day 07.00–23.00 WITA) in English or Indonesian.

For services outside Bali, contact WhatsApp +6285178157074. You can also see scooter rental in Bali, car rental, and how to book. If you have your route planned, check scooter rental in Ubud or scooter rental in Canggu for availability in your area.

Checklist Before You Set Off

• Gloves are on and fit properly
• Both helmets are checked and fastened correctly
• A raincoat or spare protection is in your bag
• Your licence and passport or ID are with you
• The SiapPergi WhatsApp number is saved for help on the road