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Aerial shot of BC Highway 6, north of Nakusp

Feel the rush of the road and the jaw-dropping rugged beauty of British Columbia. Cycle BC’s team are fellow motorcycle enthusiasts and adventure travelers. We offer curated services for your once in a lifetime BC motorcycle rental or tour experience. You’ll make unforgettable memories with views of moody skies topping the old growth forests that line the winding roads and highways of British Columbia.

Cycle BC’s Vancouver location offers a wide variety of top-class motorcycle rentals for beginner, intermediate, and experienced riders. Classic cruisers, sport touring machines, and ultimate adventure bikes are yours to rent and ride at the coastal gateway to BC. Our top-of-the-line service and equipment lets you focus on what’s important – the wild road in front of you.

Duffy Lake Road winding through the mountains north of Pemberton BC

BC's Best Adventures

Ride through untouched nature, and see rainforests where grizzly bears roam and eagles soar on the best roads that British Columbia has to offer. Let us take care of all the hard work and stress in planning a trip with one of our self-guided tours.

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BMW S 1000 XR hairpin turn

BC's Best Motorcycles

We pride ourselves on the care and quality of our motorcycles. All of our fleet consists of the most up-to-date, current models all equipped with luggage for the long haul. From daily motorcycle excursions to multi-week touring, we've got the bike and gear to get you where you want to go!

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Beach in Pacific Rim National Park and the Pacific Rim Highway

BC's Best Routes

You've got the bike, now where to go? Cycle BC has put together a curated list of our favourite motorcycle routes taking you along the most incredible roads and sights in British Columbia and beyond. We can set you up with the best motorcycle rental and adventure that you’ll talk about for years to come.

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Kove 45 rally on a sand dune

KOVE Motorcycles Vancouver

We are excited to announce that Cycle BC is your new KOVE motorcycle dealer for Vancouver, including sales service and parts. We can't wait to bring you the ultimate lightweight ADV bikes that you have been dreaming of. Let’s get your adventure started!

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Requirements

Getting on a motorcycle and riding off for days at a time has a minimum set of requirements. Please review our quick checklist and refer to our Rental Policies for a detailed list of rental requirements.

Rental Policies
  • Age

    21 years of age or older.

  • License

    A valid driver's license in either English or French with motorcycle endorsement (must be present at the time of pick up). An international driver's permit may be required depending on your country of origin.

  • Experience

    More than one year of riding experience on a similar sized bike to which you would like to take out.

  • Security Deposit

    A coverage deductible ranging from $2000-3000 depending on your choice of bike for the duration of the rental by means of credit card authorization only.

FAQs

Have a question but can't find the information you are looking for? There's a good chance we've answered it in our FAQs, so take a look, and you might find other helpful answers.

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  • Can I drive a rental motorcycle off road?

    Select motorcycles can travel on non-paved roads under certain circumstances. We place these restrictions to keep our equipment in the best possible condition. If you are planning a trip to Alaska or a destination that may require off-road travel, please get in touch with Cycle BC before your rental. For more information, please visit our policies page.

  • Can I store my luggage at your shop while I’m on rental?

    Yes, we offer secure storage for anything you would like to leave behind, free of charge. You can also ship luggage to our office before your rental to save money on your flight. Please get in touch with us if you would like to take advantage of this service

  • Can I take a rented motorcycle into the USA?

    Yes, provided with all of our bikes are copies of the registration and insurance, so you can travel freely between the US and Canadian border, however, travel to Mexico is restricted.

Motorcycle Trip Planning

Planning a motorcycle trip involves a few key elements: mapping out a route, researching accommodations and stops along the way, packing and preparing for the trip, and understanding the local road laws and regulations. Here are some steps to take when planning a motorcycle trip in BC, along with some useful website resources.

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New Riders & ICBC Testing

New to riding but want to sharpen your skills or need a bike for the ICBC Skills/Road Test? Fear not we will still rent to you!

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  • Can I rent with a Learner's Permit?

    Yes, however we need to abide by the same restrictions that are on your license. In addition we restrict the bikes to a displacement of 500 cc's or less.

  • Can I use a rental motorcycle for an ICBC Skills or Road Test?

    Yes, we provide a copy of the insurance in the bike and note on the rental contract that you are allowed to due so. For ICBC skills tests you would either need to have a supervisor present at the time of rental to accompany you to the testing center or a truck/trailer to transport the bike.

  • Can I rent if I've never ridden a motorcycle before?

    No, we require that you've at least completed an motorcycle training course or have had some other previous motorcycling experience prior to renting.

“I will always be thankful to the team at Cycle BC and would recommend them without hesitation. We plan on going back every year.”

— Nick Katerinakis