Motorbike rental in Antibes — French Riviera departure

BMW R 1300 GS / GSA, F 850 GS, Honda Africa Twin, CB 750 Hornet, NX 500. Shop at 93 Bd Wilson, 5 min from the A8 — ideal starting point for Route Napoléon, Verdon, Mercantour, Italy.

Antibes · Three Corniches · Verdon · Mercantour · Italy

Experience the French Riviera by motorbike from Antibes: twisty roads, corniches over the Mediterranean, alpine passes of the Mercantour, hinterland all the way to the Verdon gorges or Italy. Booking Bikes Antibes — Juan-les-Pins offers a premium fleet of BMW and Honda trail and roadster motorbikes, ready to ride from our shop at 93 Boulevard Président Wilson — 5 minutes from the A8 motorway and 1 hour from the most beautiful alpine roads.

Our selection covers every confirmed rider profile. Lightweight trail for discovery: Honda NX 500, BMW F 750 GS. Versatile trail for two-up riding and some off-road: BMW F 850 GS, Honda CRF 1100 Africa Twin. High-end trail for long-distance travel and luggage load: BMW R 1300 GS, R 1300 GSA. Roadster for corniches and sportiness: Honda CB 750 Hornet.

Every motorbike is recent (less than 2 years old), serviced at the dealership, checked before each rental. 30% deposit at booking online, balance at pickup by card or cash. CE-certified helmet provided as standard; jacket, gloves and boots available on extra request (limited stock — prefer your own well-fitting gear).

Antibes is a strategic starting point for the rider. 5 minutes from the A8 (exits 44 and 45), we're 50 minutes from Monaco, 1 hour from the Esterel, 1 h 30 from the Italian border and 4 hours from the Verdon. Unlimited mileage included — ride for a day or two weeks, the rate doesn't change. Italy allowed without formalities. Spain, Switzerland and Germany possible on prior request (Schengen+ rider to sign).

For organised motorbike trips, rider associations and tourism agencies: we handle group rentals (up to 8 motorbikes simultaneously), with itinerary briefing and option choices (top-box, Touratech panniers, GPS mount). Book 30 days+ ahead in high season (April–June and September). Shop open 7 days a week, welcome in English, French, Italian and German.

Starting from 93 Bd Wilson

Motorbike routes from Antibes

Route Napoléon: Antibes — Castellane — Digne

180 km · ≈ 4 h one way (no stops)

The iconic motorbike route of the South-East: Grasse, twisty mountain road, Caussols plateau, Castellane. Ideal on a BMW R 1300 GS, Africa Twin or F 850 GS. Doable as a day-trip return.

The Three Corniches: Antibes — Monaco

60 km · ≈ 1 h 45 (grande corniche)

Legendary: low, middle and grande corniche. Plunging views over Cap-Ferrat, Èze, Monaco. Honda CB 750 Hornet roadster or F 850 GS trail for comfort.

Verdon Gorges — Lake Sainte-Croix

250 km · ≈ 6 h (with photo stops)

Europe's largest canyon: Castellane, Point Sublime, La Palud, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. Perfect on a BMW R 1300 GS or Honda Africa Twin. Ideal weekend.

Roya Valley — Col de Tende — Italy

200 km · ≈ 5 h

For confirmed riders: technical alpine roads, Italian border crossing (Cuneo, Limone). F 850 GS, Africa Twin or R 1300 GS recommended. Check pass conditions in season.

Mercantour — Vallée des Merveilles

220 km · ≈ 5 h

Lightweight trail recommended (NX 500, F 750 GS) to enjoy the nature roads, bivouac possible. Turini and Lombarde passes — nature and altitude.

Antibes — Sanremo — Portofino (Italy)

280 km · ≈ 5 h 30 (one way)

Italian Riviera: Ventimiglia, Sanremo, Genoa, Tigullio gulf. CB 750 Hornet or Africa Twin. Weekend or 3-day trip recommended.

Our commitment

Why rent with Booking Bikes in Antibes

  • Recent fleet

    Our entire motorbikes fleet is regularly serviced and renewed to ride safely in the French Riviera.

  • Fast booking

    Book online in a few clicks, secure payment, in-store pickup or delivery on request.

  • Local advice

    Our team guides you to the best routes around the French Riviera and the French Riviera.

  • Prime location

    93 Boulevard Président Wilson in Antibes — 5 minutes from Juan-les-Pins and close to the harbour and beaches.

  • 7-day hotline

    Got a question? Reach us at +33 4 93 61 51 51, Monday to Sunday, 9:30 am – 6:00 pm.

  • Google rated 4.8/5

    Over 4.8/5 stars on Google: customers value our team's reliability and responsiveness.

Local tips

Practical tips for riding in Antibes

Which motorbike for which trip?

Lightweight trail (NX 500, F 750 GS): Mercantour, off-road tracks, beginners. Versatile trail (F 850 GS, Africa Twin): Verdon, Route Napoléon, two-up. High-end trail (R 1300 GS / GSA): long trip, highway, luggage. Roadster (CB 750 Hornet): corniches, sportiness, short trips.

Antibes: strategic starting point

5 min from the A8, 50 min from Monaco, 1 h from the Esterel, 1 h 30 from the Italian border. Ideal for multi-corniche day-trips. Our shop sits exactly between the motorway and the seafront — fast departure in all directions.

Gear and French Riviera weather

Helmet provided. Protective jacket + gloves mandatory since 2016. Boots strongly recommended. Spring: bring a warm jacket for the passes. Summer: mesh recommended — 35°C in the plain, 10°C on 2,000 m passes.

Motorbike parking on the French Riviera

Antibes/JLP: free 2-wheeler parking, marked zones. Monaco: paid but plenty of dedicated spots. Saint-Tropez in season: only official 2-wheeler car parks — towing service active.

Pricing

Rates, durations and options in Antibes

1 day
from €110
Honda NX 500
Weekend
from €200
Fri → Sun
Week
from €600
Discounted rate
Month
On request
Long-distance trip
Shop

Our shop at 93 Bd Wilson — local landmarks

  • A8 motorway exit Antibes5 km
  • Plage de la Salis300 m
  • Port Vauban (yacht harbour)450 m
  • Antibes SNCF station1.2 km
  • Italian border (Ventimiglia)55 km
  • Monaco55 km

Frequently asked questions — motorbike in Antibes

?Which licence to rent a motorbike in Antibes?

Full A licence, valid and held for at least 2 years, for all our motorbikes. Minimum age 23. Bring the original licence (no photocopy) — we check it systematically.

?Which motorbikes are available in Antibes?

BMW trail models (F 750 GS, F 850 GS, R 1300 GS, R 1300 GSA) and Honda (NX 500, CRF 1100 Africa Twin), plus the Honda CB 750 Hornet roadster. All recent, serviced, under manufacturer warranty. Fleet renewed every 2 years.

?How much does motorbike rental cost in Antibes / French Riviera?

From €110/day for a Honda NX 500, €150 for a BMW F 750 GS, €180 for a Honda Africa Twin, €210 for a BMW R 1300 GS, €230 for a R 1300 GSA. Discounted rates for 3 days, weekend and weekly.

?Is gear provided with the motorbike?

CE-certified helmet provided as standard. Jacket, gloves and boots available on extra request (limited stock, prefer your own gear for proper fit).

?Security deposit for a motorbike in Antibes?

From €1,800 (NX 500) to €4,600 (R 1300 GSA) depending on the model. Visa or Mastercard hold — no charge unless damage. Amex not accepted for motorbike deposit.

?Can I ride to Italy or Spain on the rented motorbike?

Italy: yes, no extra formalities (border 50 km from Antibes). Spain, Switzerland, Germany: possible on prior request, Schengen+ insurance premium to plan. Morocco and outside EU: not allowed.

?Antibes or Juan-les-Pins, where to pick up the motorbike?

Our single shop is at 93 Boulevard Président Wilson in Antibes, on the border with Juan-les-Pins (5 minutes by car). Customer parking at pickup and return. No pickup in Juan or Cannes — all bikes leave from our Antibes depot.

?Limited or unlimited mileage?

Unlimited mileage included on all our motorbike rentals, France and Italy. No surcharge regardless of your itinerary (Route Napoléon, Verdon, Stelvio, etc.).

Book your motorbike in Antibes

A premium fleet, tested itineraries, unlimited mileage and an ideal starting point between A8 and seafront. Book your motorbike with Booking Bikes Antibes — Juan-les-Pins.

Shop located in Antibes, 5 min from Juan-les-Pins

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