Bali Scooter Rental Glossary: STNK, SIM, Matic, Tambal Ban & 25 More Words Explained
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 6 min read
Renting a scooter in Bali comes with a few new words. Knowing them helps when you chat with the rental, stop at a petrol station or get a flat tyre fixed. Here's a simple glossary.
Paperwork & rules
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| STNK | Vehicle registration paper — stays with the scooter |
| SIM / SIM C | Driving licence / motorcycle licence (Indonesian) |
| Plat DK | Bali number plate |
| Tilang | Traffic ticket |
| Razia | Police check |
The scooter
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Matic | Automatic scooter |
| Kopling | Clutch (manual bikes) |
| Jok | Seat; storage underneath |
| Setang | Handlebars |
| Helm SNI | Helmet meeting the Indonesian standard |
On the road
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Bensin | Petrol |
| Pertalite / Pertamax | Regular / higher-octane petrol |
| SPBU | Petrol station |
| Tambal ban | Tyre repair stall |
| Bengkel | Motorbike workshop |
| Tukang parkir | Parking attendant (small fee) |
| Jas hujan | Raincoat |
Small roadside stalls sell petrol in bottles. They're handy in remote areas, but fill up at an SPBU when you can — see petrol & parking.
Scooter prices
| Scooter | Daily | Weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda BeAT (Gen 4–5) | IDR 80,000 | IDR 425,000 | IDR 1,210,000 |
| Honda Scoopy (Gen 4) | IDR 90,000 | IDR 515,000 | IDR 1,410,000 |
| Honda Vario 125 | IDR 100,000 | IDR 515,000 | IDR 1,510,000 |
| Yamaha NMAX 155 (Gen 2) | IDR 150,000 | IDR 902,000 | IDR 2,260,000 |
Rentals start from 2 days. Book on WhatsApp or via the Bali scooter rental catalogue: the bike is delivered to your hotel or villa and you pay when it arrives.
Related: useful Indonesian phrases, Bali road signs explained and SiapPergi — Bali scooter rental.
Ready to rent a scooter or car?
Fixed catalogue prices, delivered to your hotel or villa. Book on WhatsApp and pay when the vehicle arrives.
All areas & scooter models
Frequently asked questions
What is STNK?
The scooter's registration paper. Keep it with the scooter while riding.
What does 'matic' mean?
An automatic scooter — twist the throttle and go, no gears or clutch.
What's the difference between Pertalite and Pertamax?
Pertalite is regular petrol; Pertamax is higher-octane and a little more expensive.
What is a 'tukang parkir'?
A parking attendant who looks after vehicles for a small fee, usually IDR 2–5k for a scooter.
This guide follows the SiapPergi editorial policy: facts are checked, market prices are given as ranges and mistakes are corrected. Spotted something wrong? Report a correction.
