All riders must be in possession of a valid South African or international rider’s license, valid for the class of motorcycle to be rented. Licenses are to be produced prior to the handover of the motorcycle. All riders are to be at least 25 years of age, or contact us directly for special requests involving younger riders.

Any trips to countries beyond the borders of South Africa require prior authorization from Motorrad Executive Rentals. Cross border travel will also attract additional excess liability – see the price list for details on the model you requested and the applicable increased cross border excess.

Once we confirm that the model you requested is available for the period you require, we will guarantee that you will ride the model of motorcycle that you requested. We will notify you immediately if all units of that model are already booked, and we will offer you an alternative. Should we experience a technical problem with the model you selected and it cannot be fixed before you take delivery, we can substitute a more expensive model for the model you requested with no extra cost to you. However, if we commit to provide the “upgraded” model, and the model that you originally requested becomes available due to a cancellation, we will provide you with the model that you originally requested.  

Southern African countries drive on the LEFT HAND SIDE of the road. Road quality is generally excellent in most of Southern Africa; however, potholed sections may be encountered in certain rural areas.

Climatic conditions in Southern Africa are generally warm, but we do recommend that full rider gear is worn at all times. Owing to the very personal nature of this gear, riders are urged to bring their own gear with them. A limited number of helmets, gloves and jackets are available on request. Don’t get lost – rent a Garmin GPS from us and make sure you arrive at your destination without delay.

Casual clothing is acceptable in most South African venues. Summers are characterized by casual shorts and shirts which are substituted in the winter by trousers or jeans and a jacket or pullover.

In the event of a fall, collision or damage, however minor, you will be required to complete the Insurance Claim Form overleaf. Please note that MER has a strict replacement policy on all damaged parts, irrespective of how minor any damage may be. Any scratched, dented and damaged parts will be replaced at the current dealer part retail price plus labour. An administration fee for any claim or damage repair will be charged at R 350.00. All accidents, however, minor are to be reported to the local police. Please obtain a case number which must be detailed on the Insurance claim form overleaf. Failure to do so will result in your claim being repudiated. No damaged parts will be retained or forwarded to the renter.

Your motorcycle is covered by BMW Roadside Assistance in South Africa ONLY. Should you require assistance with a roadside breakdown, you can call BMW On-Call on 0800 600 777 (toll free) or +27 12 522 2930 from a roaming phone. Any repairs that may be required are to be authorized by MER. For any assistance in or outside the borders of South Africa, please call +27 72 388 1536 (African Explorer). Any costs associated with repatriating a motorcycle (not covered by BMW SA Warranty Policy), both within and outside of South Africa will be for the account of the renter.

In the event of a flat tyre or puncture, the renter will be responsible for the repair and repair costs. We can assist in locating a dealer close to you should you need assistance. Call Motorrad Rentals on +27 72 388 1536.

If  the rental motorcycle or vehicle is involved in an accident, no refunds for early termination of the contract will apply.  Should you require a replacement vehicle (if available) a new rental contract and conditions will apply. You will be responsible for the recovery of the damaged vehicle to the original rental depot in accordance with your rental contract. If you require a replacement vehicle to be delivered, the charges for the delivery of the replacement vehicle will be for your account. No refund of rental days lost will be considered during the period in which a replacement vehicle is being delivered. Should there be no replacement vehicle available, no refund will be considered.

All BMW models run on unleaded 95 octane fuel. Top up oil for all models is 15W-40 multigrade oil and is available at all fuel stations within South Africa and most of our neighbouring countries. In remote areas outside of South Africa, fueling may occasionally be a problem, but information from the local residents or passing overlanders should alert you to the availability of fuel in these areas. All motorcycles will be handed over with a full tank. You will need to fill the tank with 93RON or 95RON Unleaded fuel on your journey. Please return your rental motorcycle with a full tank. Failure to do so will result in an amount of R 150.00 (plus the cost of the fuel filled) being charged to your credit card. The oil level of the rented vehicle should be checked regularly and engine failure due to low oil levels will constitute negligent behaviour on the part of the renter. Please top-up all motorcycles with a 20W50 mineral oil (available at all petrol stations in Southern Africa).

Motorcycle insurance cover is included in all rates quoted on our standard rate chart. A deposit will be required (held by means of a credit card authorization) on every rental. For cross border travel this deposit is normally double the standard amount. Please notify your bank beforehand that you will be travelling abroad in order to avoid any delays on the day of your rental. Pannier use, as well as any other accessories, will attract an additional deposit and is not covered as part of the standard insurance cover. Deposits will be refunded once the motorcycle has been cleaned and inspected on return. Kindly note that our insurance covers the motorcycle and does not constitute personal travel insurance. We strongly recommend that you take out personal travel insurance as well as insurance cover relating to the excess amount, should you be liable for the insurance excess amount.

The renter will be fully liable for any damage to the vehicle or third party vehicle in the following circumstances:

• Water damage/water submersion (including saltwater)
• Willful damage – any damage caused as a result of negligence. 
• Willful damage includes but is not limited to:
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Driving on restricted roads or in restricted areas
• Damaging the clutch or gearbox due to incorrect use of the clutch/gearbox (see full terms and conditions) Seizing an engine due to low oil level or incorrect use of vehicle or supplements (see full terms and conditions)

Medical cover is recommended. Please consult your service provider for options in Southern Africa.

South Africa does not pose many health risks and we have world-class medical facilities, clinics and private practices throughout the country.

Consult your physician or health care provider at least 4 to 6 weeks before your trip to determine whether or not you will need any immunizations, vaccines or medications in preparation. A tetanus booster and Hepatitis A vaccines are recommended by the Center for Disease Control.

Our water is completely safe to drink from the tap. We also have more than enough bottled spring water if you’d prefer not drinking the tap water.

Malaria within Southern Africa is only prevalent in a few areas. It is encountered mainly in northern and eastern Mpumalanga, northern Kwa-Zulu Natal, and the border areas of the Limpopo and North West Provinces.

Malaria is common in the lower-lying areas of Swaziland and can also be found throughout Mozambique and Zimbabwe, and much of Botswana. Northern Namibia is also a malaria area.

Should you be visiting these areas malaria precautions are advised.

Malaria transmission is at its highest during the warmer and wetter months of November through to April, while the risks of acquiring malaria are reduced from May through to October. Please consult your general practitioner on a suitable prophylactic.

We can provide a lowered seat on most of the models in our stock. If necessary, we can supply a factory lowered version of the BMW F650GS as well as the R1200GS. Just let us know what your requirements are, and we will confirm whether we can assist you.

We require a 25% booking deposit in order to reserve a motorcycle for any rental. The remainder of the invoice for the rental is payable 30 days in advance of the booking.

In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel your booking the following cancellation fees apply :  

Cancellation more than 30 days in advance of rental – 25% of the total invoice

• Cancellation more than 14 less than 30 days of rental – 50% of the total invoice
• Cancellation more than 7 less than 14 days of rental  – 75% of the total invoice
• Cancellation less than 7 days in advance of rental – 100% of the total invoice