Rental Terms and Conditions for Motorcycle Rental

Upon submission of your booking payment for your rental vehicle and any additional rented items and (Helmets, Jackets, gloves Topbox  etc), you agree that you have read and accepted all Terms and Conditions of this agreement as a binding contract between Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town and you, the Renter.

On collection of your motorcycle you will need to pay the damages deposit fee to Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town.

The Renter/Rider must be in possession of a valid motorcycle license for motorcycles larger than 250cc with no endorsements.

A valid identity document or passport must be produced on collection of all motorcycles.

A 50% deposit is required to confirm the booking. The remaining 50% is to be paid by no later than 30 days prior to the collection date..

If for whatever reason the motorcycle you have selected for rental, should become unavailable for your selected dates, Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town will endeavor to find the exact model bike for your rental period. Alternatively, you may select another motorcycle for your period. If no motorcycle is chosen or available for the rental period you will receive a full refund of your deposit paid. 

Payment Methods:

All rentals must be paid in full at time of booking

You may pay for your Rental deposit via:

– Direct Bank Transfer EFT (Please Contact us for banking details) or via Credit Card.

Booking and Cancellation Policy:

* Cancellation of your reservation if 10 days or more prior to collection = 30% of total Invoice.

**Cancellation of your reservation if 10 days or less to collection = 100% cancellation fee (No Refund given)

Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town does not offer any Medical Aid Assistance nor Medical Aid Insurance of any sort.

Please note: 

We recommend that the Renter secures his/her own adequate travel, health and accident insurance.      

At Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town our minimum rental period is 24 hours.

Collection and Delivery of motorcycles are subject to additional charges at a minimum of R500 (per one-way) distant dependant .

The cost of fuel and any other necessary engine oils/fluids are for the renter’s account.

Motorcycles are hired out with a full tank and must return with a full tank.  Charges for refueling are R250 per motorcycle irrespective of fuel level,excluding the cost of the fuel.

Late Returns: 

Kindly notify us of late returns beforehand so that we may make the neccessary adjustments.

Both parties will then need to agree on a convenient return date/time. No refunds to be entertained after hours (8AM-5PM).

 When returning the vehicle, additional charges will apply after the grace period of 1 hour is exceeded.

 If a renter returns later than this grace period, Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town charge for excess hours, including the grace period.

Excess hours are charged at one fifth of the daily rate.

  

Damages Excess Deposits:  

Please note that our daily rental rates include comprehensive motorcycle and 3rd party insurance ‐ but the rider will be liable for R35 000 per motorcycle before the rental begins. . All damages under R35 000 will be paid for by the renter. Once the motorcycle has been returned, we will have the motorcycle washed and then inspected for any damage. No refunds to be entertained after hours (8AM-5PM).If no damage has occurred, we will process the refund of your deposit via an E.F.T or Credit Card into your bank account. If the motorcycle or items rented have suffered damage, we will obtain quotations for repairs or replacement where applicable and pay the remaining balance to you.

Damages deposits must be paid on or before the day of rental after you have viewed your rental motorcycle. 

No renter is permitted to leave the borders of South Africa. Our tracking devices will automatically respond to a theft or high jacking situation if any attempt is made at a border crossing.

Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town have full discretion to replace damaged parts . Customers have no rights to collect or demand damaged parts.

 Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town is not responsible for differences in refunds due to ZAR currency exchange during the rental period. NB* Insurance Excess (damage deposit) does not include collection of motorcycle; Recovery fees for any motorcycle are additional for the renters account.

Kindly Note:   Luggage Panniers and any rented gear (Helmets, Jackets, gloves Topbox  etc) : damage to these items will be recovered at the replacement cost.  

NB: Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town is not liable for third party liability claims against the rider or renter including injuries or death.  

Tyres and Rim Damage: Any tyre/rim damage whatsoever is for the Renter’s account.

Additional kilometres travelled and additional rental hours where applicable, are to be paid separately to the damages deposit.

Rider Behavior: Adventure Bike Rentals Cape Town tracking devices installed on the motorcycle will alert  us in the event of the following rider behavioral occurrences: Excessive Speeding (Above 150km/h) Excessive Acceleration, Excessive Braking,  South African  Border crossing attempts. 

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ARE THE MOTORCYCLES TO BE WASHED BY THE RENTER.

Fair Wear and Tear

Fair wear and tear is included in the RENTAL AGREEMENT.

The Renter will be responsible for ALL excessive wear and tear.This pertains to, but is not limited to, the following:

 1.1 Excessive Tyre Wear – above average tyre usage for the kilometers ridden and in the event of severe tyre and tube damage like pinch flats from road hazards ,the Renter  will be responsible for replacement tyres and tubes including fitment charges.

1.2 Paint and Seat Damage ‐ from knee pads, metal boot buckles, rubbing and scuffing, etc will be for the Renter’s account.  

 1.3 Scuffing ‐ from tie downs and tank bags the Renter will be responsible for replacement of damaged all parts.

1.4 Clutch – burnt clutch, excessive brake wear from abusive riding, the Renter will be responsible for a full clutch and brake assembly replacement.  

 1.5 Gears – bad gear choice and additional strain on the gearbox may result in broken and destroyed gearbox; the Renter will be responsible for a full gearbox repair.

 1.6 Scratches –  where the crash bars have scratching or denting the Renter will be responsible for replacement of the crash bars and other damaged items.

 1.7 Chain Drive – chain and sprocket damage other than what is deemed normal wear for the kilometers ridden will be for the Renter’s account

 1.8 Bent pannier racks, bent brake levers and hand guards, bent crash bars the Renter will be responsible for a full replacement.  

 1.9 Dented or scratched Topbox and Panniers – The rider is responsible for total replacement of broken or dented Topbox and panniers and/or bent mounting racks.

 Traffic fines incurred by renters whilst riding the rented motorcycle will be deducted from the renter’s credit card and subject to a R250 admin fee over and above the fine amount. 

All prices are quoted in South African Rand (ZAR), Including VAT and are subject to change without prior notice.