Best Bike Models for Phuket Roads

For most visitors, the best all-round choice is the Honda Click 160 or Honda PCX 160 — enough engine to handle Phuket's hilly west-coast roads without the extra cost of adventure or touring models, while the Honda Scoopy and Honda Click 125i remain the easiest and cheapest options for solo riders sticking to flat coastal towns. Which bike is genuinely "best" depends on your riding experience, whether you're riding solo or two-up, and how far you plan to travel. Below is a full breakdown of all nine models in the fleet, grouped by rider type, so you can match the bike to your actual trip.

Why Bike Choice Matters More in Phuket Than Elsewhere

Phuket looks small on a map, but its terrain is deceptive. Roads like the Patong–Kamala hill pass climb sharply with tight switchbacks, and afternoon rain can make them slick within minutes. Before picking a model, it's worth reading our guides on road safety in Phuket and the license requirements for foreign riders, since every rental — regardless of model — requires a valid Thai Category A license or an IDP with a motorcycle category, and includes Thai government compulsory insurance.

Full Fleet Comparison Table

Model	Engine	Price/Day	Deposit	Best For
Honda Click 125i 2025	125cc	฿300	฿3000	Solo riders/couples, short city and beach hops, beginners
Honda Scoopy 2025	110cc	฿300	฿3000	First-time riders, solo travelers, flat town routes
Honda Click 160 2025	160cc	฿350	฿5000	Couples wanting hill power, solo riders covering distance
Honda PCX 150 2017	150cc	฿400	฿5000	Maxi-scooter comfort at a lower price
Honda PCX 160 2024	160cc	฿450	฿5000	Full-day touring couples, newest rider-assist tech
Yamaha NMAX 155 ABS 2024	155cc	฿450	฿5000	Experienced riders wanting ABS on wet hilly roads
Honda ADV 160 2025	160cc	฿500	฿5000	Exploring beyond main tourist roads
Honda ADV 350 2025	350cc	฿800	฿10000	Full-day/multi-day island tours, highway power
Honda Forza 350 2024	350cc	฿800	฿10000	Maximum comfort on paved roads, couples on full island loops

Group 1: Solo Beginners and First-Time Riders

Honda Scoopy 2025

The Honda Scoopy 2025 is the lightest bike in the fleet and carries the smallest engine at 110cc, which makes it the easiest machine to balance and maneuver at low speed — a real advantage for anyone still adjusting to Thailand's left-hand traffic. It's the most fuel-efficient bike we rent, and comes with a USB charging port. At ฿300/day with a ฿3000 deposit, it's one of the two cheapest options in the fleet. The trade-off is power — it noticeably slows down on hills when carrying two riders and luggage, so it's best kept to flat, short routes around Patong, Karon, or Chalong town.

Honda Click 125i 2025

The Honda Click 125i 2025 sits right next to the Scoopy in price (฿300/day, ฿3000 deposit) but with a slightly larger 125cc engine. It's fuel-injected, light, and easy to handle, with under-seat storage and a digital dashboard. This is generally the most forgiving bike in the fleet for beginners adjusting to riding on the left, and it works well for both solo riders and couples doing short city or beach hops.

Group 2: Couples and Riders Wanting More Hill Power

Honda Click 160 2025

The Honda Click 160 2025 is the bigger-engine sibling of the Click 125i, and the jump to 160cc is exactly what you want if your route includes hill roads like Patong–Kamala. It handles inclines with noticeably less strain than the smaller Click or Scoopy, has enough power for two adults, and keeps the same easy, upright riding position. At ฿350/day with a ฿5000 deposit, it's arguably the best value bike in the fleet for anyone unsure whether they'll need more power than the entry-level scooters offer.

Honda PCX 150 2017

The Honda PCX 150 2017 is an earlier model year in the maxi-scooter class, priced at ฿400/day with a ฿5000 deposit. Compared to the Click line, it offers more legroom and a wider seat, plus large under-seat storage that fits a full-face helmet. It's smooth at cruising speed and gives you that maxi-scooter comfort at a lower price than the newer PCX 160.

Group 3: Comfort Tourers and Full-Day Riders

Honda PCX 160 2024

The Honda PCX 160 2024 is the newest maxi-scooter in the fleet at ฿450/day (฿5000 deposit). It adds a traction control system, which measurably reduces wheel-spin on wet roads. It also has smart-key ignition, LED lighting, large under-seat storage, and a USB port. This is a strong choice for couples planning full-day touring who want the newest rider-assistance features available below the adventure class.

Yamaha NMAX 155 ABS 2024

The Yamaha NMAX 155 ABS 2024 sits in the same price bracket as the PCX 160 (฿450/day, ฿5000 deposit) but takes a sportier approach. Its biggest advantage is genuine front and rear ABS — a real safety upgrade on wet, hilly roads. It also has Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) technology, giving it stronger mid-range acceleration than most scooters in this class. This is the pick for experienced scooter riders who want sharper handling and the extra safety margin ABS provides.

Group 4: Adventure Seekers and Off-the-Main-Road Explorers

Honda ADV 160 2025

The Honda ADV 160 2025 introduces Phuket's "adventure scooter" class at ฿500/day (฿5000 deposit). It has higher ground clearance and longer suspension travel than the Click or PCX models, which smooths out rough back roads and unpaved shortcuts. Its raised riding position gives you better visibility in traffic, and front mud protection keeps you cleaner on unsealed sections.

Honda ADV 350 2025

The Honda ADV 350 2025 is the top adventure model in the fleet, priced at ฿800/day with a ฿10000 deposit. Its genuinely powerful 350cc engine is enough for two adults plus luggage at highway speed, including steep hills. It also comes with Honda RoadSync Bluetooth connectivity, letting you handle calls and navigation directly via the dashboard. With its taller windscreen for wind protection, this is the bike for full-day or multi-day island tours.

Group 5: Maximum Comfort on Paved Roads

Honda Forza 350 2024

The Honda Forza 350 2024 shares the same powerful 350cc engine as the ADV 350 (also ฿800/day, ฿10000 deposit), but wraps it in a lower, more road-focused body. Its standout feature is cruise control, which the ADV 350 doesn't have. It also has a lower seat height, more aerodynamic shape, and a plush, wide seat built for long hours in the saddle.

How Engine Size Relates to Phuket's Hilly Terrain

Phuket's west coast — particularly the stretch connecting Patong, Kamala, Surin, and Bangtao — has genuine hill sections with sustained climbs and tight curves, unlike the flatter roads around Phuket Town or the east coast.

• 110–125cc (Scoopy, Click 125i): Adequate solo on flat ground, but you'll feel the strain climbing two-up, especially with luggage.
• 150–160cc (Click 160, PCX 150/160, NMAX 155): The sweet spot for most riders — enough torque to climb hills two-up without straining the engine.
• 350cc (ADV 350, Forza 350): Excess power for short hops, but ideal if you're covering a lot of ground in a single day or riding two-up with full luggage at highway speed.

Decision Flow: If You're X, Choose Y

• First-time rider staying in one flat area: Honda Scoopy or Honda Click 125i.
• Couple planning to ride the west-coast hill roads: Honda Click 160 for value, or PCX 160/NMAX 155 for more comfort and features.
• Wet-weather safety your top priority: Yamaha NMAX 155 ABS for genuine front and rear ABS.
• Want to explore back roads or unpaved shortcuts: Honda ADV 160.
• Full-day or multi-day island loop with luggage: Honda ADV 350 or Honda Forza 350.
• Budget is the deciding factor, mostly flat route: Honda Scoopy or Click 125i at ฿300/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the Honda Click and the Honda PCX?

The Click line (125i and 160) is a lighter, more compact scooter aimed at easy handling and lower cost, while the PCX line (150 and 160) is a maxi-scooter with more legroom, a wider seat, and larger under-seat storage that fits a full-face helmet. The PCX 160 also adds traction control, which the Click 160 doesn't have.

Do I need a bike with ABS in Phuket?

ABS isn't required, but it's a genuine safety advantage on Phuket's wet, hilly roads. Among this fleet, only the Yamaha NMAX 155 ABS 2024 has genuine front and rear ABS.

Is a 110cc bike like the Scoopy enough for two people?

The Scoopy's 110cc engine is best suited to solo riders on flat routes. It can technically carry two people, but it will noticeably slow down on hills when carrying two riders plus luggage.

Which bike is best for the Patong–Kamala hill road?

Anything from 150cc upward will handle this stretch comfortably. The Honda Click 160 is cost-effective, the Yamaha NMAX 155 ABS adds a safety margin for the tight curves, and the PCX 160 adds traction control for wet-road grip.

What's the difference between the ADV 350 and Forza 350?

Both share the same 350cc engine and cost, but the ADV 350 has a higher, more upright adventure-style body good for varied road conditions, while the Forza 350 has a lower, more aerodynamic touring body with cruise control — a feature the ADV 350 lacks.

Do all rentals include insurance, and what license do I need?

Yes — every rental includes Thai government compulsory insurance regardless of model. Foreign riders need a valid Thai Category A license or an IDP with a motorcycle category. See our guide on motorbike licenses in Thailand.

Compare specs and check live availability across all nine models in the full bike catalog, or see current pricing in our Phuket rental prices guide. We operate five pickup locations — Airport, Bangtao, Chalong, Phuket Town, and Mai Khao — listed on our locations page.