MOTORBIKE RIDING LESSON IN HANOI

Who Is This Motorbike Riding Course Designed For?

This motorbike riding lesson is only available to customers renting scooters for commuting in Hanoi or joining our guided tours. It is not offered as a standalone service.

If you plan to explore Vietnam independently on a self-guided trip and are looking for motorbike riding lessons only, we’re sorry that we can’t provide that.

Riding in Vietnam can be challenging and requires more than just basic riding skills – it’s often described as a constant test of awareness and survival on the road.

Never ridden on two wheels before?

Recently, some clients with no prior experience riding two-wheel vehicles have joined our lesson, but unfortunately, it did not work out well.

We strongly recommend that you already have basic experience riding a two-wheel vehicle – such as a bicycle, electric scooter, automatic scooter, or pushbike – before taking this lesson.

If you have never ridden any of these before, we suggest renting a bicycle in Hanoi first to get some basic balance and control practice. This will help you save time and get more value from the lesson.

Why Do We Offer Motorbike Riding Lessons?

Travelling on two wheels in Vietnam is not easy for people with little or no riding experience. In fact, Vietnam is not an ideal place to begin learning how to ride a motorbike.

However, many of our customers are unable to take proper riding lessons before arriving, or find structured training in their home country too expensive. At the same time, they still want to experience the freedom of riding in an exciting destination like Vietnam. For this reason, Offroad Vietnam offers a dedicated motorbike riding lesson.

With over 20 years of experience operating motorcycle tours, Offroad Vietnam has found that around 90% of learners are able to ride safely and respond appropriately to Vietnamese traffic after completing the lesson.

Safety is always our priority. Among more than 20,000 riders we have worked with, only a small number of minor incidents have occurred, including a few cases of broken bones such as ankles, knees, or elbows. These incidents typically happened when riders were going too fast, lacked proper safety awareness, or encountered very slippery road conditions.

There are several ways to reduce the risk of accidents while riding. The most important are using proper protective gear – such as a helmet, gloves, and protective pads – and learning how to operate a manual clutch motorbike correctly.

The course lasts between one and two hours, depending on how quickly you learn, and costs 30 USD. The price includes one instructor, a motorbike, full riding gear, protective pads, and fuel.

We begin the lesson in a safe area with no or little traffic. Once you are comfortable, we gradually introduce you to light Vietnamese traffic near the training field so you can build confidence step by step.

Anyone Can Take This Lesson to Handle Vietnamese Traffic

Refresher Riding Course

Some of our novice, intermediate, and even advanced riders choose this course to get comfortable with the challenges of Vietnamese traffic. After the session, most participants feel significantly more confident, especially those who are used to riding on the left-hand side in their home countries.

Motorbike Riding Lessons for Beginners

Beginners who already have experience riding two-wheel vehicles such as bicycles, automatic scooters, or mopeds are eligible for this lesson. In these cases, the training may take longer, as we need to provide detailed instructions on bike control and riding techniques.

If you have never ridden any two-wheel vehicle before, unfortunately, we are unable to offer this lesson. In reality, maintaining balance requires basic skills and prior experience.

Another common challenge for novice riders is navigating out of the city and returning to Hanoi. Vietnamese traffic can feel overwhelming at first – just watch the video below to get an idea of what it’s like. With our guide leading the way, however, you will be able to pass through safely and confidently. Think of it as flowing like a fish in a river.

To get a better understanding of our motorbike riding lesson in Hanoi, please watch the video below.

If you want to watch more videos, please visit our YouTube channel.

Additional Add-On Options from Offroad Vietnam Adventure Travel

– Hotel room booking in Hanoi
– Airport transfers
– Vietnam visa on arrival (VOA)
– Support truck on a motorbike tour
– Travel insurance

If you have any questions or feedback about our motorbike riding lesson in Hanoi, Vietnam, please feel free to contact us using the link below.