Renting a Scooter in Bali with a Russian Licence: Category A, IDP & How to Pay
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 7 min read
Bali has a large Russian-speaking community, from surfers in Canggu to families in Ubud and long-stayers in Uluwatu. A scooter is the easiest way to get around — if your licence has the right category. Here is what you need, what doesn't count, and how to rent without paying anything in advance.
Documents for Russian riders
| Document | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Russian driving licence with category A (or A1 for scooters up to 125 cc) | Bali scooters are motorcycles; category B doesn't cover them |
| International driving permit (IDP) showing category A | Police checks in Bali expect a permit together with your licence |
| Passport | Shown at handover and at police checks |
| Travel insurance that covers riding | Medical costs after an accident abroad can be very high |
Rules and how they are enforced can change. Check the latest guidance from official sources before you travel, and carry the original cards — not only photos.
A or A1 — which scooter can I ride?
- Category A: covers all scooters in our catalogue, including the NMAX, PCX and XMAX 250.
- Subcategory A1: light motorcycles up to 125 cc — e.g. Honda BeAT, Scoopy, Vario 125 and Yamaha Fazzio.
- Category B only: not enough for a scooter. Consider a car with driver instead.
Prices (fleet catalogue)
| 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 |
| Honda PCX 160 (Gen 2) | IDR 150,000 | IDR 902,000 | IDR 2,260,000 |
| Yamaha XMAX 250 (Gen 2) | IDR 310,000 | IDR 1,570,000 | IDR 4,010,000 |
Many Russian guests stay for weeks — the monthly rate is much cheaper per day than the daily price. For Canggu traffic and parking, a compact Scoopy or Fazzio is easiest; for Uluwatu's hills with two people, an NMAX or PCX.
Paying for your rental
- There's no deposit and no payment before delivery — you pay in full when the scooter arrives and you've checked it.
- Standard payment is bank transfer or e-wallet in rupiah. If those don't work for you, ask the admin before booking which option is possible.
- Prices are in rupiah (IDR); other currencies on the website are estimates only.
- Never send money in advance to anyone who contacts you on social media claiming to be a rental — see upfront payment scams.
How to book
- Pick a scooter in the catalogue (or tell us your height, route and how many riders and we'll suggest one).
- Send your dates, the hotel or villa name with a Google Maps pin, and your WhatsApp number.
- The admin confirms the bike, the total price and the delivery time — no payment yet.
- The scooter arrives with 2 helmets. Check it together, show your passport and licence, then pay in full (bank transfer or e-wallet).
You can write to us in simple English, or use your phone's translator — the admin replies on WhatsApp every day, 07:00–23:00 Bali time.
Related: riding on the left in Bali, police checks and fines and every model at SiapPergi — Bali scooter rental.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I ride a scooter in Bali on a Russian licence?
Yes, if your licence includes category A (or A1 for scooters up to 125 cc) and you carry an international driving permit that shows that category.
Is category B enough for a 110 cc scooter?
No. Scooters are motorcycles in Indonesia, so you need category A or A1.
Where do I get an international driving permit in Russia?
From the traffic police (GIBDD) before you travel. Check that the motorcycle category is listed.
My Russian bank card doesn't work abroad — how do I pay?
You pay on delivery in rupiah. Bank transfer or e-wallet is standard; ask the admin before booking which payment option works for you.
Do you take a deposit or my passport?
No. You only show your passport at handover and keep it. There's no deposit up front.
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.
