Indonesian Phrases for Renting a Scooter in Bali
Most Bali rentals speak some English, but a few Indonesian words go a long way — especially at petrol stations, parking spots and roadside tyre shops.
Renting
- Saya mau sewa motor. — I want to rent a scooter.
- Berapa per hari? / per minggu? / per bulan? — How much per day / week / month?
- Bisa antar ke hotel? — Can you deliver to the hotel?
- Deposit berapa? — How much is the deposit?
- Helm dua, ya. — Two helmets, please.
On the road
- Isi penuh, Pertalite. — Fill it up with Pertalite (at the petrol station).
- Parkir berapa? — How much is parking?
- Ban bocor. — Flat tyre. Tambal ban di mana? — Where is a tyre repair shop?
- Motornya mogok. — The scooter broke down.
- Kiri / kanan / lurus. — Left / right / straight.
Polite basics
Terima kasih (thank you), permisi (excuse me), maaf (sorry), tolong (please / help). Before riding, read our safety tips and fuel guide.
Frequently asked questions
How do I say “flat tyre” in Indonesian?
“Ban bocor.” Ask “Tambal ban di mana?” to find a tyre repair shop.