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7 Best Scooter Routes in Bali You Can't Miss

From coastal sunsets to volcano sunrises. The routes that make renting a scooter in Bali absolutely worth it.

πŸ“– 10 min readΒ·πŸ—ΊοΈ With distances & tipsΒ·πŸ”„ May 2026

1. πŸŒ… The Uluwatu Sunset Loop

Easy

Start from Canggu or Seminyak, ride south along the coastal road through Jimbaran, past Garuda Wisnu Kencana, and arrive at Uluwatu Temple for the famous sunset Kecak dance. Return via the clifftop road with ocean views the entire way.

πŸ“ 45 km round trip⏱️ 3-4 hoursπŸ›΅ Any bikeβ›½ Half tank

2. 🌾 The Ubud Rice Terrace Circuit

Medium

The most photogenic ride in Bali. Ride from Ubud center through Tegalalang Rice Terraces, continue to Kintamani with views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur, then loop back through Tampaksiring and Tirta Empul temple. Every turn is a postcard.

πŸ“ 65 km loop⏱️ 5-6 hours with stopsπŸ›΅ NMAX/PCX/ADVβ›½ Full tank

3. 🌊 The East Coast Adventure

Challenging

Ride from Canggu to Amed along the northeast coast. Pass through Klungkung, Candidasa, and Tirta Gangga water palace. The last stretch to Amed is winding and stunning β€” volcanic black sand beaches with Mount Agung looming. Best as an overnight trip.

πŸ“ 110 km one way⏱️ Full dayπŸ›΅ ADV recommendedβ›½ 2 tanks

4. πŸ–οΈ The Nusa Dua to Sanur Coastal Ride

Easy

A relaxed cruise along Bali's eastern coast. Start at Nusa Dua's manicured beaches, ride through the mangrove boardwalk at Tanjung Benoa, and end at Sanur's laid-back beach strip. Perfect for beginners β€” flat, wide roads, minimal traffic.

πŸ“ 25 km one way⏱️ 2-3 hoursπŸ›΅ Any bikeβ›½ Quarter tank

5. πŸŒ‹ The Mount Batur Sunrise Ride

Challenging

Leave at 3am from Ubud or 2am from Canggu. Ride in the dark up to Kintamani β€” the roads are empty, the air is cool, the stars are incredible. Watch sunrise over Mount Batur and Lake Batur, then ride back through the morning mist. Life-changing experience.

πŸ“ 80 km round trip⏱️ 6 hours totalπŸ›΅ NMAX/PCX/ADVπŸ’‘ Headlight essential

6. πŸ„ The Canggu-Tanah Lot Temple Run

Easy

A short afternoon ride from Canggu to one of Bali's most iconic temples. Ride through rice fields and small villages, arrive at Tanah Lot for sunset, and return via the coastal road. Perfect first-day ride to get comfortable on Bali roads.

πŸ“ 20 km round trip⏱️ 2-3 hoursπŸ›΅ Any bikeβ›½ Quarter tank

7. 🌿 The Sidemen Valley Secret

Medium

Bali's best-kept secret. Ride east to the Sidemen valley β€” dramatic rice terraces with Mount Agung as backdrop, almost zero tourists, and some of the most authentic Balinese villages you'll find. The roads are narrow and winding but well-paved.

πŸ“ 75 km one way⏱️ Half dayπŸ›΅ Any 155cc+β›½ Full tank
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Download Google Maps offline for Bali before you ride. Cell signal drops in the mountains and along the north coast. Offline maps have saved us more times than we can count.

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Motorku Bali Team

Local riders & Bali expats. 100,000+ km on Bali roads. We write what we know.