Motorbike Parking Fees in South Bali Doubled
Ubiquitous motorbike parking attendants are an integral part of Bali and Indonesia. Pay at the beach, pay at Indomaret, pay right here, because you must. Some find them annoying, others think they’re…
Riding a Motorbike in Vietnam: A Practical Guide
If you’re going to Vietnam for a visa run and plan to travel around the country by motorbike, it’s worth understanding local traffic rules and habits in advance.
Motorbikes dominate the roads here, and while the overall chaos may feel familiar to those used to Southeast Asia, Vietnam has a number of important specifics. Knowing them beforehand can help avoid f…
Yamaha Xmax
If you’re looking for a powerful and comfortable bike for island-wide trips, the Yamaha Xmax won’t let you down.
💨 250 cc of power — easily tackles winding roads and confidently handles high speeds.
Honda Vario 125
The Honda Vario 125 is a good choice if you need a light, straightforward, and fuel-efficient scooter in Bali without unnecessary extras.
It is compact and manoeuvrable, making it convenient for riding on busy streets, navigating through traffic, and parking in spaces that are too tight for a larger bike.
New Safety Rule for Tourist Motorbike Rentals in Bali
Ahead of the big Balinese holiday (from November 18 to 20 the island celebrates Galungan), the local police launched Operation “Zebra.” There are more inspectors at busy intersections, with nearly 1,7…
Tourist Killed in Lombok After Collision With Pickup Truck
A German tourist has died in Lombok after his motorbike was struck by a pickup truck. The vehicle was driven by a foreign national and had two passengers on board.
Motorbike Tax in Bali: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
If you’ve purchased a motorbike from a local owner in Bali, at some point you’ll need to renew the annual road tax. Riding with expired tax can lead to issues with traffic police, even though in pract…
Motorbike Won’t Start? Common Causes and Quick Fixes
🛵🛵It’s a great day, I want to get on a bike and race through the green Balinese streets towards a new day! You put on your beautiful helmet and press the starter, and the bike suddenly starts making s…
Nusa Penida Ferry Returns: Two Trips a Day from Padangbai
The KMP Nusa Jaya Abadi, the main vessel on the Padangbai — Nusa Penida crossing, made its first run after repairs on the morning of October 5, according to the local transport authority.
Foreigner Nearly Killed by Dangling Cable in Bali
A video is gaining traction on social media in which an injured foreigner shows deep cuts on his neck and a bandaged finger.
The footage, with his candid account of how an ordinary scooter ride almost ended in tragedy, set off a storm of comments.
