Élodie Martin - Mobility expert & Good Motors contributor

How to choose the right rental motorcycle for your licence

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Choosing the right motorcycle rental depends above all on one simple criterion: your license.
In France, between A1, A2 and A, there are major differences that determine which models are accessible and the type of experience you'll have.

To help you make the right choice, here's a clear and practical guide, designed to help you identify the motorcycle best suited to your license... and your needs.

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1. You have an A1 or B licence + 7h training course

Accessible bikes: 125cc

With the A1 (or the B with 7-hour training), you can rent a 125cc motorcycle.
These machines are perfect for :

  • urban routes,
  • short distances,
  • discover motorcycle riding in a gentle way.


For whom?

Beginners, young drivers, city commuters.

At Good Motors (over 18)

For example, you can rent :

  • Yamaha XSR125,
  • Honda Dax 125 (depending on city).


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2. You have an A2 licence

Accessible motorcycles: the entire "A2 bridled" category

This is THE most common license today. With the A2, you can rent :

  • A2 roadsters,
  • mid-size trails,
  • retro motorcycles,
  • perfect for a weekend, a road trip or a duo.


For whom?

Beginners or experienced drivers who want to travel, ride on the road, or upgrade their skills.

Examples of A2 motorcycles from Good Motors

  • Royal Enfield Himalayan 450,
  • Royal Enfield Interceptor 650,
  • Royal Enfield Bear 650,
  • Honda NX500,
  • Royal Enfield Super Meteor,


This is clearly the most versatile category.
All available at Good Motors from age 18.

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3. You have an A licence

Accessible motorcycles: all motorcycles, without bridle

With an A licence, you can rent :

  • premium trails,
  • large cubes,
  • motorcycles for long distances,
  • duo driving at its best,


For whom?

Experienced bikers, long distances, road trips, mountain riding.

Examples from Good Motors

  • Honda Africa Twin 2025,
  • BMW F900 GS,
  • Honda Transalp 2025,
  • Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello,
  • BMW R12 GS,
  • Suzuki V Strom
  • BMW R1150 GS


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4. How do you choose the right bike for your license?

Short-term objective?

City, single trips → 125cc (A1)

Weekend goal?

Exploration / duo → A2 type NX500 or Interceptor

Travel objective?

Long distance/mountain → Africa Twin, F900 GS, Transalp (A)

Discovery objective?

Test several models → rent A2 over 2-3 days


5. Good Motors' strengths according to your license

No complications: whether you're A1, A2 or A, you can rent from the age of 18, anywhere in France.

You always enjoy :

  • self-service 24/7,
  • pick-up directly from train station or airport,
  • blocked deposit,
  • 150 to 180 km/day included,
  • simple, 100% digital booking.


You can book here:
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Conclusion

The choice of motorcycle depends directly on your license, but also on your use.
The most important thing is to choose a motorcycle :

  • you've mastered,
  • for your comfort,
  • consistent with your commute or weekend.


With Good Motors, you can rent the ideal motorcycle in 2 minutes, whether you're A1, A2 or A.

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Article written by :
Élodie Martin - Mobility expert & Good Motors contributor

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