Riding a Motorbike in Vietnam: Tips for Tourists

The key rules

• Helmets are mandatory for rider and passenger. We include a free helmet with every bike.
• No alcohol when riding, including beer. Vietnam punishes this strictly, and it's forbidden by our rental rules.
• Traffic drives on the right.
• Follow Vietnamese traffic laws: traffic lights, road markings and speed limits.

How traffic works

• The horn isn't aggression — it means "I'm here, watch out".
• Ride smoothly and predictably, without sudden moves — that makes you easy to pass.
• Slow down at intersections and roundabouts and look around, even on green.
• Keep your distance — the bike in front may stop suddenly.

Da Lat's mountain roads

• On long descents, brake gently with both brakes and don't hold them on constantly.
• Don't overtake on bends — trucks and buses can appear around them.
• For trips out of town with climbs, the Honda Air Blade 125 is the more comfortable choice.

Rain and fog

• Wet roads and road markings are slippery — slow down.
• In fog, turn on your lights and keep to the right.
• In a heavy downpour, wait it out in a café.
• Avoid riding in the mountains after dark.

Parking and fuel

• Leave your bike at guarded parking — you'll get a ticket, keep it.
• Petrol stations are everywhere in town; payment is usually cash (VND).

Before you ride

Before the rental we check the bike together: you take a test ride and we film its condition. If anything happens on the road, message us right away on WhatsApp or Zalo.