Drunk motorcycle riding in Thailand is extremely risky with very high penalties.
Legal limit
Blood alcohol limits are low; practically near-zero tolerance for tourists. Even one drink can cause problems.
Penalties
- Fine: 5,000 THB and up (increases on repeat)
- Licence may be suspended
- Serious cases: jail and deportation risk
- In an accident, insurance void — all costs on you
Motorcycle-specific risk
Balance is affected by alcohol; Phuket traffic is chaotic. Never ride after bar crawls or full-moon parties — use Grab or taxi.
Thailand Moto Rent policy
- We do not hold passports. A credit card pre-authorization is used for deposit; released when you return the bike.
- IDP (International Driving Permit) is mandatory. Thai police accept only a Thai licence or IDP for foreigners.
- Rental terms: Valid motorcycle IDP required; no rental without it.
- Riding without IDP and any fines are entirely the customer's responsibility.
- Daily rental. If returning late, notify us on WhatsApp.
- No test rides.
- Damage: Without insurance, repair cost + lost rental days. Full coverage recommended.
- Drunk riding carries severe penalties.