Auckland & Christchurch
Because New Zealand offers such a choice of scenery, riding conditions and distractions, our fly-ride programme offers an unbeatable range of motorcycles to suit all riders. If you like the freedom to go as you please then this is the option for you, all at the best possible price. We’ve just done all your hard work for you! The same motorcycles are also available for our tours – see the tours section.
For all rentals, we can arrange accommodation pre-and post-tour to allow you time to recover from or wait for international flights. Please ask us at time of booking. And don’t forget to ask us for the all-important travel insurance and a flight quote!
Auckland & Christchurch motorcycle rentals, daily rates Low Season High Season Model 2-5 Days 6-14 Days 15-21 Days 2-5 Days 6-14 Days 15-21 Days Damage excess Excess with CDR CDR/day BMW G650GS £88 £77 £61 £94 £88 £77 $3,000 $950 $30 BMW F700GS* £88 £77 £61 £94 £88 £77 $3,000 $950 $30 BMW F700GS £99 £92 £81 £108 £103 £97 $3,000 $950 $30 BMW F800GS £116 £108 £99 £122 £116 £114 $3,000 $950 $30 BMW R1200GS* £133 £125 £111 £144 £133 £122 $3,750 $950 $30 BMW R1200GS £166 £153 £142 £177 £166 £155 $3,750 $950 $30 BMW R1200RT £166 £153 £142 £177 £166 £155 $3,750 $950 $30 H-D 883 Sportster low £105 £95 £85 £117 £106 £94 $3,000 n/a H-D Heritage Softail £175 £163 £150 £194 £181 £187 $3,000 n/a H-D Road King Classic £175 £163 £150 £194 £181 £167 $3,000 n/a H-D Street Glide Special £175 £163 £150 £194 £181 £167 $3,000 n/a H-D Electraglide Ultra Classic £175 £163 £150 £194 £181 £167 $3,000 n/a Honda VLX600 £81 £72 £66 £94 £83 £77 $2,500 $500 $25 Honda VT750 Shadow £81 £72 £66 £94 £83 £77 $2,500 $500 $25 Honda VTX1300 £88 £83 £75 £99 £94 £86 $2,500 $950 $25 Suzuki DR650 £66 £61 £55 £77 £72 £66 $2,500 $500 $25 Suzuki SV650 £66 £61 £55 £77 £72 £66 $2,500 $500 $25 Suzuki SFV650 Gladius £66 £61 £55 £77 £72 £66 $2,500 $500 $25 Suzuki 650 V-Strom* £72 £66 £61 £77 £72 £66 $2,500 $500 $25 Suzuki 650 V-Strom £83 £75 £66 £94 £88 £81 $2,500 $500 $25 Suzuki 1000 V-Strom £97 £88 £86 £103 £97 £92 $2,500 $950 $25 Suzuki GSF1250 Bandit £97 £88 £86 £103 £97 £92 $2,500 $950 $25 Triumph Tiger 800 £108 £99 £94 £116 £108 £103 $3,000 $950 $30 Triumph Tiger 1050 £122 £116 £111 £138 £127 £122 $3,750 $950 $30 * Higher mileage model, over 80,000 km at the start of the season
** CDR to pay locally if required
Harley-Davidson rentals also available in Coromandel (Waihi), Wellington and Queenstown
Harley-Davidson low season only in Auckland and Coromandel
Low season (except H-D) 16 Mar – 30 Nov High season (except H-D) 01 Dec – 15 Mar
Low season (H-D only) 01 May – 31 Oct High season (H-D only) 01 Nov – 30 Apr
Daily rates: To calculate your total rental price multiply the rates for the season by the number of days required. CDR is optional at the price shown per day. You can only pay for this in New Zealand when you pick up your motorcycle
Insurance FAQ
BMW, Honda, Suzuki, Triumph Rentals
Rentals Include
- Full (comprehensive) motorcycle insurance including 3rd party liability and damage/loss (excess NZ$2500-$3750)
- Unlimited km for rentals of 4 days and over, 350 km/day for rentals of 2-3 days
- 15% GST
- Panniers (usually 36 l Givi)
- 24-hr support service
- Country information, maps and route suggestions
- Luggage storage
Self-guided Tours Also Include (worth over £150):
- Personal detailed tourbook
- Topbox, or passenger backrest if no topbox can be fitted
- Tankbag
- GPS
- Puncture repair kit
- Cable lock
Optional Extras:
- Topbox: £3/day up to a maximum of £30 (except Suzuki DR650/SV650/SFV650, Honda VLX600/ VT750). Size options available, please ask
- Passenger backrest: £3/day up to a maximum of £30 (only for Honda VLX600/VT750)
- Tank bag: £3/day up to a maximum of £30 (not available for H-Ds or cruisers)
- Riding gear: £2/day. Helmet, gloves, trousers, waterproofs and jacket (must be requested at time of booking). We strongly recommend you take all of your own riding gear for comfort and safety.
- CDR: excess reduction insurance, to pay in New Zealand (see table above)
- Luggage transfer: To drop-off location for one-way rentals, fee to pay locally (typically NZ$50 per bag). Please request when booking
- GPS: Tom Tom Rider 400 model £7/day (max £80/ rental). NZ$400 security deposit payable locally (credit card). Universal handlebar mounts also available on request.
- Your own GPS: Your own GPS (including your wiring and mounts) fitted to the bike – local charge NZ$25
- Puncture Repair/Tyre Inflation Kit and Cable Lock: £12 per rental
- Seat Lowering: Lowered seats available on BMW models £33. Lowering links on Tiger 800 and DL650 £33 – please request at time of booking.
Security Deposit: NZ$2000-$3750 credit card swipe only.
Restrictions: Beaches, riverbeds and private tracks are not permitted; gravel roads, to visit scenic areas or lunch spots, only allowed for experienced riders on dualsport motorcycles (except where required to access accommodation booked by H-C Travel).
Minimum hire: 2 days
One-ways: £265 if less than 14-days hire, free for longer rentals
To reserve: £250
Office hours: 09.00-18.00 Mon-Fri, 09.00-14.00 Sat, 10.00-15.00 Sun. Open every day.
License/Age: Full national; 21 yrs. 25 yrs for over 700ccHarley-Davidson Rentals
Rentals Include:
- Full (comprehensive) motorcycle insurance including 3rd party liability and damage/loss (excess NZ$3000)
- Unlimited km for rentals of 3 days and over, 350 km/day for rentals of 1-2 days
- 15% GST
- Touring luggage including factory panniers (Sportster has aftermarket throwover panniers) and topbox or passenger backrest and carrier
- GPS, Garmin Zumo 550 and GPS holders
- Heated hand grips on touring models
- Aftermarket pipes, standard pipes available
- 24-hr support service
- Roadside Assist
- Country information, maps and route suggestions
- Luggage storage
Self-guided Tours Also Include:
- Personal detailed tourbook
Optional Extras:
- Riding gear: Available on request at time of booking only, no charge. Helmet (open and full-face), gloves, waterproofs and jacket. We strongly recommend you take all of your own riding gear for comfort and safety.
- Luggage transfer: To drop-off location for one-way rentals, fee to pay locally (typically NZ$50 per bag). Please request when booking
- Your own GPS: Your own GPS (including your wiring and mounts) fitted to the bike – local charge NZ$20
Security Deposit: NZ$3000 (amount is equivalent to the damage excess), credit card swipe only.
Restrictions: Beaches; gravel roads (except where required to access accommodation booked by H-C Travel)
Minimum hire: 1 day
One-ways: £265 if less than 14-days hire, free for longer rentals
To reserve: £250
Office hours: 08.30-17.30. Open every day.
License/Age: Full national; 25 yrsMotorcycle Descriptions
BMW G650GS A great all-rounder if you want an enduro with an adjustable seat height and comfort for 2. Hard panniers (some with topbox). Seat ht 78-86cm.
BMW F700GS A lightweight, comfortable, and agile all-rounder with plenty of power. Touring screen, Hard panniers, topbox available. Seat ht 82cm – lowered seat available.
BMW F800GS State of the art engine and light weight construction makes for an all-rounder on or off road. Touring screen, hard panniers, topbox available. Seat ht 88cm – lowered seat available.
BMW R1200GS The ultimate endure for many riders: quick, comfortable. Higher mileage models available at the lower price. Windshield, heated grips, hard panniers, topbox available.
Seat ht 86cm – lowered seat available.
BMW R1200RT BMW’s flagship boxer, everything you’d expect, and more. Touring screen, heated grips, hard panniers, topbox available. Seat ht 80cm – lowered seat available.
Harley-Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic Harley styling and practical. Windscreen, soft panniers, rear carrier and, backrest. Seat ht 69cm.
Harley-Davidson FLHXS Streetglide Harley’s ‘streetwise tourer’. Hard panniers with rear carrier or topbox option. Fairing, windscreen, touring passenger seat & backrest. Seat ht 66.3cm.
Harley-Davidson FLHRCI Road King Considered by many to be the best touring Harley. Windscreen, hard luggage, rear carrier, backrest or topbox option. Seat ht 73.5 cm.
Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Electraglide Ultra Classic/FLHTK Ultra LimitedThe ultimate Harley. Ver comfortable, lots of storage. AM/FM radio/CD player, cruise control and intercom. Fairing, backrest, hard panniers & topbox. Seat ht 74cm.
Harley-Davidson XLH883 Sportster LowIdeal for solo short-distance touring, single seat. Soft panniers, top box. Seat ht 73.5cm.
Honda VT750 Shadow Ever-popular mid-sized cruiser, economical, easy to ride, good for solo riders. Windscreen, hard panniers and passenger backrest. Seat ht 69cm
Honda VLX600 cruiser Mid-sized cruiser, economical, easy to ride, good for solo riders. Windscreen, hard panniers and passenger backrest. Seat ht 69cm
Honda VTX1300 Well-proven cruiser, easy to ride. Screen, hard panniers, topbox available. Seat ht 69cm.
Suzuki GSF1250 Bandit Suzuki’s classic muscular all-rounder. Hard panniers & topbox. Seat ht 80cm.
Suzuki SFV650 Gladius Easy to ride and handle, comfortable ride. A nice mid-range bike. Hard panniers. Seat height 78.5cm
Suzuki DL650 V-Strom Popular v-twin, mid-sized dualsport. Hard panniers & topbox. Seat ht 82cm (lowering link can be fitted).
Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom Popular v-twin, big, comfortable dualsport. Hard panniers & topbox. Seat ht 82cm.
Suzuki SV650 Popular v-twin, good handling, comfortable mid-sized tourer. Hard panniers. Seat ht 80 cm.
Suzuki DR650 Greatly underrated enduro/dualsport bike. Hard panniers. Seat ht 82 cm
Triumph Tiger 800 Triumph’s go anywhere adventure tourer. Hard panniers included and topbox available. Seat ht 83cm (lowering link can be fitted).
New Zealand Rentals
Motorcycle hire in Auckland and Christchurch for total freedom to travel as long as you like, where you like, around North and South island.
