FAQ
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Here are some questions we are often asked. Please contact us if you have any other questions regarding any of our services and we will endeavour to answer you as quickly as possible.
Yes we equip every one of our bikes with Garmin GPS units. They are free of charge (there is a fee to pay if you lose one). If you are on one of our guided tours, then we will load up suggested routes for you to use as a guide to get between the night's accommodation. The Garmin units are easy to use and can show the nearest cafes, fuel stops etc as you ride along your journey.
We try and accommodate everyone so that you can maximise your holiday experience. Generally, motorbikes are rented out on a 24-hour basis. Ideally, if you fly in as early as possible and fly out as late as possible, then you can maximise the amount of riding you do in Tasmania without additional Hotel charges. Saying that, if you wanted to extend the beginning or end of your riding Holiday with additional days in or near Hobart, then we can help with arranging these dates. Please remember that Tasmania is a small Island and accommodation can fill up quickly (especially in/around Dec/January). Booking ahead can save you money on flights and we recommend you look into your flights as soon as possible.
We do have limited supply of riding gear, but as you can imagine, for a small company, its impossible to have every size of everything in stock. Ideally pack all the motorcycle gear you normally ride whilst at home, plus the clothes you will wear in the evenings when not on the bikes. When you pick up the bike, we can safely store your luggage and you can repack your clothes into the luggage on the bikes.
- Best way to travel Tassie This was my first trip to Tasmania and my first trip on a motorbike and i'm already itching to repeat both again. Dealing with Phil was super easy and he had a wealth of knowledge about the state. The entire process of booking, deposits, payments, bike pickup and dropoff was very easy. Super friendly guy to chat to as well. Having a motorbike allowed me to not only have the freedom to travel around Tasmania but to really settle into the curvy, scenic roads in a more real, raw and connected way than I would have got from the car. I have only ridden a motorbike in Melbourne before this trip. We have nice windy roads there but what blew me away about Tasmania is how good the road condition and quality is and how friendly the drivers are. All of the roads felt safe, were signposted well and were in great states of repair. I would honestly recommend anyone visit Tasmania as it has been one of my favourite trips to date. I went in the first week of January and the weather was great. Average temperature around 25 degrees each day with only a 1/2 day of rain on a 5 day trip. If someone was hiring a motorbike in Tasmania I would 100% suggest Phil and TMTR.J S15-02-2026Unreal Bikes, Unreal Riding – Perfect Way to Explore Tasmania We rented two BMW 1250 GS and one 1300 GS from Tasmanian Motorcycle Tours and Rentals and couldn’t have asked for a better experience.The bikes were in excellent condition, well maintained and absolutely perfect for exploring Tasmania. Pickup was smooth, everything was clearly explained, and the whole process felt easy and professional from start to finish.Tasmania is one of the best places in the world to ride and having reliable, high quality bikes made the trip even better. You can tell Phil genuinely cares about riders and the business.Highly recommend to anyone looking to explore Tassie on two wheels. We’ll definitely be back.William J05-02-2026
- Top notch service and great selection of bikes From the moment I contacted this company in September 2025 until the time I pick the bike up in late January 2026. I had nothing but full confidence in them and the best of service. The bike was in top-notch condition tyres brakes everything, I was given a full rundown of the machine before I hopped on it for my four days of riding. I was given some suggested routes and lots of tips and hints.Highly recommend this companyvincent03-02-2026Enjoying Riding the hills of Tassie I booked a BMW GS F700 for 7 days. Phil worked with me to choose the best bike for my ride as well as reviewing my route and recommending changes to make the ride experience ever better. I will be back one day and will be telling all my ride buddies about Phil’s company. David.David L10-01-2026I booked a BMW GS F700 for 7 days. Phil worked with me to choose the best bike for my ride as well as reviewing my route and recommending changes to make the ride experience ever better. I will be back one day and will be telling all my ride buddies about Phil’s company. David.David Lake10-01-2026
- We couldn’t have asked for anything more. Down to the advice, guidance and bikes which were fully equipped to make our journey a breeze. The whole experience was spectacular and special as it marked my 60th birthday and included my youngest brother travelling from Scotland to participate in this journey with my son in law and myself.I plan to go back with my wife in the near future.Many thanks Phil for everything 🙏stuart mckenzie09-01-2026
- See Tasmania on Motorcycles and Rent from Phil! We recently spent 10 days on motorcycles rented from Phil of Tasmanina Motorcycle Tours and Rentals and had an absolute blast. Phil was so accomodating from the booking through to the end of our travels. He communicated with me multiple times about my concerns with the height of the F800GS (I'm 5 foot 1 inch), allowed us to add handle bar risers onto the bike temporarily, gave us advise about what not to miss on our ride, picked us up and re-delivered us back to our places of lodging, and even loaned me the inner bags for the Givi Vario boxes (which I loved and went home and bought for my bike there). You can't ask for a better guy. His depot is sited close to Hobart making an easy jaunt to pick up bikes and return them and he has a lot of bikes so you are sure to find one to suit you. If you are considering a tour around Tasmania don't waste another minute thinking about it! We loved every minute of our time there. It is a motorcyclist dream with minimal traffic, non-aggressive drivers, and twisties everywhere. Thanks Phil and hope we get to do it again!!!!! Jill and Dana. North Caroline USATatonkatoy16-11-2025Just finished 7 day tour of Tassie with TMTR which was brilliant. Phil made it so easy for a couple of old non tech motorcylists to simply fuel up each morning & enjoy some beautiful rides on roads suggested by Phil in places we wanted to visit. Pulling into quiet, comfy accommodation at the end of a day's ride with pub or restaurant meal a short stroll away. Bikes performed beautifully. Well done Phil, we are already planning the next trip. Greg & GeoffGreg Maddams13-05-2025Had an amazing experience with Tasmanian Motorcycle Tours and Rentals! The service was excellent, and the bikes were top-quality, well-maintained and a joy to ride. Phil went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect, going the extra mile to accommodate my needs. If you’re coming to Tasmania, look no further, I highly recommend using their service!Ben Piller30-03-2025
- Stop thinking about it and just do it!Our group of 4 did an 8 day tour which was awesome. Rental of 4x BMW's and accommodation included plus maps custom made for us. Phil was very accommodating and happily let us alter the hotel bookings so we could squeeze some other roads in. Bikes were great and mechanically sound.Ben Eden29-03-2025Phil is a thorough professional. Despite having met with a devastating accident, Phil made sure everything went smoothly as planned. His son-in-law Brent took care of pickups and drop offs and felt like a family. Lots of complimentary stuff provided including a phone mount which was of great help. I have rented bikes from a lot of companies across different continents, very few give complimentary stuff and make you feel at home. We were downgraded on our bike due to the unforeseen circumstances but Phil gave us free insurance and some souvenirs as courtesy. It’s not a matter of small goodies but a matter of thought and gesture. Would highly recommend himAbhishek Malhotra19-01-2025
- 6 days 'behind bars': weaving through the Tarkine TMTR does it again! This is my 3rd trip around Tas with TMTR and the service just keeps getting better. Fantastic range of bikes and gear options to choose from, a dedicated space to pack / unpack and a team of people with the knowledge and experience to make it seem 'easy' - what more can we ask for?The 1250 Beemer ran like clockwork, averaging 330kms a day around the west coast roads. Thanks Phil and Christine - I am already wasting worktime mapping out next years route.Warren R14-01-2025Tasmania. Epic. Been back a couple of weeks so its all sunk in a bit. Word to all potential visitors to Tasmnia looking for a good bike, i'm 100% recommending Phil's place. Tasmania is epic all on its own, but Phil has some great, well maintained bikes and stacks of gear (check sizes first) so you dont have to carry all your stuff halfway round the world before the event. On top of that, his knowledge of the place wad invaluable. Thanks again, Phil. Hopefully we'll be back again 👍🏻----Dave T05-12-2024I'll get straight to it: if you are "oohing and aahing" and wondering whether you should do this...pull the trigger even if its a few days. Phil genuinely cares about customer service. He was responsive and we made a plan to accommodate all my camping gear with a great "can do" attitude. I highly recommend him and Tassie really is a biker heaven. You will experience all the seasons so pack wet weather gear. I hope to visit again with more friends in tow.Farid Essack01-12-2024









