Rishikesh Homestays

Bikes & scooties

Bike rental in Rishikesh, sorted over one chai.

Rent a scooty, a 150cc bike or a Royal Enfield. Tell us the days you need it and we arrange it with trusted local partners, so you skip the haggling at the rental shop.

Wheels for Rishikesh, minus the guesswork

Rishikesh is a town of steep lanes, river bridges and temples up winding hill roads. A scooty gets you to Tapovan cafes and Neelkanth on your own clock.

Starting ₹700 onwards per day for bikes & scooties

How it works

  • Tell us the bike or scooty you want and the days.
  • We check it with trusted local partners we already work with for our own guests.
  • You get the options and a quote on WhatsApp or a call. No payment needed to enquire.
  • Pick up the keys and go.

Rental enquiry

We reply with options and a quote, usually the same day. Prefer to chat? The WhatsApp button sends whatever you've filled in so far.

Bike & scooty rental in Rishikesh

Two wheels are the most Rishikesh way to get around: the lanes between Tapovan, Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula are narrow, parking for cars is scarce, and the best day trips are short hops up the hills. Bike and scooty rentals are starting ₹700 onwards per day; the exact price depends on the bike, the season and how long you keep it, and we confirm it before you commit.

A scooter parked by the road at a high Himalayan pass with snow peaks behind
A scooty will happily do the hill roads around Rishikesh; just go easy on the bends.

Scooty

Automatic, light and easy to park. Ideal for Tapovan cafe hopping, ghat runs and short climbs. The pick for first-time riders and anyone carrying a yoga mat.

150cc bikes

Geared commuter bikes with a bit more pull for two people on hill roads. A solid middle ground for Neelkanth, Kunjapuri or a run down to Haridwar.

Royal Enfield & Himalayan class

Classic 350s and Himalayan-style adventure bikes for longer rides and confident riders. Heavier in town traffic, glorious once the road starts climbing.

Before you ride

  • Licence and ID: carry a valid two-wheeler driving licence and an original photo ID. Visitors from outside India should bring an International Driving Permit along with their home licence.
  • Helmets: compulsory for rider and pillion. Ask for two when you book, and actually wear them on the hill roads.
  • Fuel: bikes usually come with just enough to reach a pump, and fuel is on you. Fill up in town before heading for the hills.
  • Security deposit: most partners take a refundable deposit, and it varies by bike and partner. We'll tell you the amount with the quote.
  • Check the bike: brakes, horn, lights and tyres before you leave, and a quick photo of any scratches saves arguments later.
  • Traffic: the lanes around Tapovan and Laxman Jhula get jammed on weekends and festival days, and parking near the ghats is tight. Ride slow, honk at blind corners, and park where the locals park.
  • After dark: plan to be back before nightfall on hill roads, and keep an eye on landslide warnings in the monsoon.
A Royal Enfield motorcycle parked on an empty mountain highway under a blue sky
Royal Enfield country starts the moment the road leaves town.

Ride ideas from Rishikesh

Neelkanth Mahadev

About 30 km of forest switchbacks above the Ganga to the Shiva temple. Go early to beat the crowds, and take it slow on the bends.

Kunjapuri Devi

The sunrise ride. Leave in the dark, climb towards Narendra Nagar and watch the Himalayan peaks light up from the hilltop temple.

Shivpuri

Upstream along the Badrinath road to the rafting beaches and riverside cafes. Easy, scenic and great for a half day.

Chilla

A flat run along the canal road towards Rajaji National Park's Chilla gate, with forest on one side and water on the other.

More ideas on our things to do in Rishikesh and places to visit guides.

Bike rental FAQ

How much does a bike or scooty rental cost in Rishikesh?

Bike and scooty rentals are starting ₹700 onwards per day. The final price depends on the bike, the season and how many days you keep it, and we confirm it with you before anything is booked.

What do I need to rent a bike or scooty?

A valid two-wheeler driving licence and an original photo ID. Visitors from outside India should carry an International Driving Permit along with their home licence. Most partners also take a refundable security deposit, which varies by bike. Helmets are a must for rider and pillion, so ask for two.

Do I need to stay with you to book a bike?

No, anyone can enquire. If you are staying at one of our homestays, we can line the bike up for your arrival, so it is waiting when you are.

Somewhere to park the bike tonight?

Our handpicked homestays near the Ganga, Tapovan and Triveni Ghat come with hosts who can sort your wheels before you arrive.

See our homestays