Bike Rental in UK
 

I am looking at going to Europe next summer probably flying into London. Can I rent a bike there, and if so how much? How do I get my International drivers certificate? Any other info for a first time traveler to Europe would be appreciated. Thanks.

John

There are lots of places that rent bikes in London. I'd look at the Motorcycle News (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/home) and yell.co.uk (online version of the yellow pages here) for starters.

Not sure what their rates are but no-doubt you can find out on the net/through email.

As for travelling in Europe - The UK Automobile Associations European Camping and Caravaning Guide comes into its own when it's dark, raining and you don't know where the h&ll your gonna stay. The Lonely Planet's 'Europe on a Shoestring' is also a handy - especially if your going to do lots of cities.

P.S....

Bike rental in London:
No endorsements as I've never used any of them but should get you started. Sorry no email addy's but if you want to ring them it's 011.44.20... (remember to drop the first zero).

About Town Motorcycle & Scooter Hire Ltd, 89 East Hill, Wandsworth, LONDON, Greater London, SW18 2QD, Tel: 0208 871 1112



Hexagon Motorcycle Hire, 14 Ravenscourt Place, LONDON, Greater London, W6 0UN, Tel: 0208 741 4141



Raceways, 201-203 Lower Road, Rotherhithe, LONDON, Greater London, SE16 2LW, Tel: 0207 2376494



Raceways Motorcycle Rental, 201 Lower Road, LONDON, Greater London, SE16 2LW, Tel: 020 72376494



Raceways Rentals, 17 The Vale, LONDON, Greater London, W3 7SH, Tel: 020 87498181



Road Traffic Guardian, 199 West End Lane, LONDON, Greater London, NW6 2LJ, Tel: 020 73280300



Superbike Hire, 12 Dyehouse Lane Bow, LONDON, Greater London, E3 2TB, Tel: 0208 9834896

Thanks for the info.

John

You can get the international drivers license at AAA. I think you need a pasport photo and remember to check that they put the motorcycle endorsement on it.