One of the first questions every traveler asks us is: which bike should I rent? It's a fair question. Vietnam has dozens of options across wildly different price ranges and riding styles. Choosing the wrong bike can make your trip stressful. Choosing the right one makes it unforgettable.
This guide breaks down the best motorbikes available in Vietnam by rider experience and intended route, so you can make the right call before you arrive.
For Absolute Beginners: Honda Wave Alpha 110cc
Rental price: From $7/day
Best for: Zero riding experience, super reliable, easy to fix, the most fun scooter
The Honda Wave is the backbone of Vietnamese transport. Walk through any street in Saigon and you'll see hundreds of them. Semi-automatic (with gears but super easy to learn), light enough to maneuver through traffic, fuel-efficient, and virtually impossible to break. For a first-time rider exploring Ho Chi Minh City or doing the whole country, this is the bike.
The 110cc engine won't win any races, but you don't need speed in Vietnam, you need reliability and maneuverability. The Wave gives you both.
For Riders who wants on and off-road: Honda XR150
Rental price: From $12/day
Best for: City + countryside, light off-road, multi-day trips
The Honda XR150 is our most popular rental for a reason. It sits in the sweet spot between easy handling and genuine capability. The manual transmission is approachable for riders who have some experience but have not ridden much recently, and the 150cc engine has enough power for coastal highways and any mountain roads.
It handles light dirt roads and gravel tracks well, making it ideal if your route takes you off the main highways and through rural Vietnam. Comfortable enough for 200km days, easy enough for a morning spent navigating Saigon traffic.
For Experienced Riders: Honda CB150X
Rental price: From $22/day
Best for: Coastal touring, multi-week trips, adventure riding
The Honda CB150X is a step up in comfort and style. The upright adventure riding position is ergonomically designed for longer days in the saddle, and the 150cc fuel-injected engine delivers smooth, consistent power across Vietnam's range of road surfaces.
If you're planning two weeks or more on the road and want a bike that feels planted on the coastal highways and confident on the mountain passes of central Vietnam, the CB150X is worth the extra $10/day.
For Long-Distance Touring: Kawasaki Versys X300
Rental price: From $35/day
Best for: Full Saigon–Hanoi route, mountain passes, experienced riders
The Kawasaki Versys X300 is in a different league from the bikes above. A genuine adventure tourer with 300cc of power, ABS braking, and a large top box included — it's the bike you want for the serious north-south Vietnam ride.
The Versys handles the Hai Van Pass above Da Nang and the mountain climbs through the central highlands with genuine composure. It's comfortable over 300km days and carries enough luggage for two weeks away from home. We recommend this bike for riders who have at least a year of regular riding experience.
Quick Comparison Table
• • Honda Wave 110cc | $7/day | Beginner | City & short trips | Semi-auto
• • Honda XR150 | $12/day | Intermediate | Full Vietnam and Off-road | Manual
• • Honda CB150X | $22/day | Experienced | Coastal touring | Manual
• • Kawasaki Versys X300 | $35/day | Experienced | Full Vietnam | Manual + ABS
Still Not Sure? Ask Us.
If you're still not sure which bike is right for your trip, just WhatsApp us. Tell us your experience level, your planned route, and your budget — and we'll recommend the best option from our fleet. We've helped hundreds of riders plan their Vietnam adventure and we're happy to help you do the same.
Browse our full fleet and available dates above, or message us directly to reserve your bike with a small deposit. We're based in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, and open every day.