• Learners and "P" plate licences are acceptable for 250cc motorcycles.
• Full Australian, international or Country of origin licences are acceptable if in English.
• Passport identification is also required for international riders.
• The minimum age is 25 for motorcycles 600cc and above.
• Those without a current Motorcyle licence may hire Trail Bikes for use on private property only.
  

Fuel

• All Road Bikes (NOT OFF ROAD BIKES) are supplied full of Premium Unleaded fuel and request that the motorcycles be returned full.

Security Deposits

• A Security deposit is required on all hires and varies depending on motorcycle.
• The deposit is fully refundable provided the motorcycle is returned undamaged, full of fuel and on time.
• Security deposits are required on a current credit card and monies are authorised or banked until motorcycle is returned as above.

Penalty Fees

• If the motorcycle is returned late then the hourly rate will be charged up to 5 hours thereafter the full daily rate wil apply.
• Trail bikes must be returned clean or a fee of $40 per bike will be incurred.

Insurance

• Insurance for personal injury is covered in most cases by Motorcycle Registration TAC.
• Insurance excess is double (2 X) the security Bond eg Bond $2500 = Excess $5000.
• Aussie Motorcycle Hire must be notified as soon as possible and an accident report filled out.
• Should the renter require another motorcycle, an additional security Bond is required.
• Personal belongings are not insured by Aussie Motorcycle Hire and travel insurance is recommended.
• Water damage is not covered. Renter assumes full responsibility for all repairs if bike is water damaged.
• All insurance cover is void if rental agreement is breached and the renter becomes fully liable for the motorcycle, third parties and there vehicles if damaged and all other damages and costs relating to the accident.
• Basic Motorcycle insurance cover is included in the rental charges. The basic cover includes damage to the motorcycle and third party property. (Excess applies), but does not include theft. Cables or disk locks are supplied with all road bikes at the renters request.
• The hirer is liable under all circumstances if motorcycle is stolen.
  
  

Important note:
The terms and options outlined in above are subject to the normal conditions of hire relating to speeding, drink driving, unauthorised use of a vehicle, riding on the wrong side of the road and similar matters contained in the Motorcycle Rental agreement.

Travel insurance and ambulance cover

• We strongly advise all overseas customers to obtain travel insurance before they arrive to collect their motorcycle.
• We strongly advise that all Australian customers to be Ambulance subscribers.

Pricing

• Goods and services taxes (GST) of 10% are included in rental prices.
• Prices include unlimited KM’s.

Helmets/Accessories

• Helmet usage is compulsory in Australia and are supplied free of charge, in addition to jackets and gloves. (road bike hires of 1 week or more.)
• Any equipment returned damaged (fair wear and tear excluded) will incur a replacement fee.
• Most motorcycle accessories are available.

Maintenance/Breakdown.

• Call Garners Hire Bikes FIRST on

 

BREAKDOWN OR ACCIDENT -

(03) 9326 8676 (9am to 6.00pm)

0403 807 648(After Hours)

• Garners Motorcycle Hire will not pay for any towing charges, in the case of an accident or breakdown always call Garners Hire Bikes for instructions. Depending on distance and availability Garners Hire Bikes may send a rescue van, if this is not available then towing will be arranged for you. Note: If the hirer organises their own towing then it is at hirer's expence. If towing is organised by the hirer then the hirer is also liable for any damage caused by the towing company. (Tow companies do not tow motorcycles often and in most cases do not have the expertise to tie them down without damage.)
• The Hirer will be charged $100 call out fee if the bike has simply run out of petrol. It is the Hirer's responsibility to ensure the bike has adequate fuel at all times. Road bikes have a full tank at time of departure.
• If the Hirer runs out of fuel please do not continue trying to start the bike as it will just flatten the battery. So when you do get fuel the bike will still not start.
• Garners Motorcycle Hire has fully serviced late model motorcycles, however if minor repairs of up to $50.00 are required, this is allowed without authorisation (Road bikes Only).
• For repairs above $50 please contact us for authorisation and the location of your nearest repair centre.(Road bikes only)
• Receipts are required for reimbursement and an after hours number is provided, if any problems occur.
• Regular oil checks, chain lubing and adjustment are the responsibility of the renter.
• Tools and chain lubes supplied. (Long term hire only)

Accidents

• In the unlikely event of an accident Garners Hire Bikes must be contacted first.

  BREAKDOWN OR ACCIDENT - Phone

• (03) 9326 8676 (9am to 5.30pm)
• 0403 807 648 (After Hours)

• Please Note:Garners Motorcycle Hire will not pay for any towing charges, in the case of an accident or breakdown always call Garners Motorcycle Hire for instructions. Depending on distance and availability Garners Motorcycle Hire may send a rescue van, if this is not available then towing will be arranged for you. Note: If the hirer organises their own towing then it is at hirer's expense. If towing is organised by the hirer then the hirer is also liable for any damage caused by the towing company. (Tow companies do not tow motorcycles often and in most cases do not have the expertise to tie them down without damage.)

One-way hire fees:

• Melbourne – Sydney $440 AUD
• Melbourne – Brisbane $640 AUD
• Melbourne – Cairns $795 AUD
• Melbourne – Perth $1000 AUD
• Melbourne - Adelaide $440 AUD

Booking Fees & Payments

• A booking fee of $100.00 or 20% of the total hire fee (which ever is greater) is required to book/reserve a motorcycle. (Cash or Credit card).
• Booking fees are fully refundable provided that 14 or more days notice is given to Garners Hire Bikes prior to the planned pick up date.
• Booking fees are deducted from the total hire cost.
• Payments - Cash, Eftpos, Visa, Mastercard.

Other Rental conditions

• Minimum rental is 24 hrs.
• Sunday pick ups and returns available by special appointment.
• Weekend Bookings - Pick up Sat 9am & return Monday before 10:00am.
• Early pickup after 3pm Friday add $25.00 .
• Cleaning fee of $40 per bike returned dirty. (Trail Bikes Only.)
• Garners Motorcycle Hire reserves the right to refuse any rental at its discretion.
• Motorcycles may vary due to availability.