Rentals in Europe

[jonmill]

A friend and I are contemplating a European tour during the late spring-early summer and prefer to make our own way rather than joining an organized tour. Can anyone recommend motorcycle rental agencies in Germany or Switzerland?

[dbrick]

http://www.bmwmoa.org/global/ToEurope.htmhttp://www.bmwmoa.org/global/ToEurope.htm

[flyboy]

I've rented in Germany and Slovenia numerous times in the past few years.

For me, I prefer slovenia as it's close to Croatia (where my wifes from) and less than a days ride to the Dolomites and the Alps.

I rent from Adraitic Motor Tours and Matej has been wonderful to deal with each and every time. And I agree...no need to do a group tour..Matej will furnish you with GPS and maps to get you on your way.

Next July though, were doing Spain, so I'll be checking out a new rental company there.

You'll have a BLAST! Enjoy!

[pffog]

If you are going to Munich, BMW has a travel Point there, access them through the BMW factory store http://www.bmw-motorrad-muenchen.de

I have rented from these guys http://www.motorrad-kmaier.de They are closest to the airport.

I haven't rented from these guys but meet them and they are very personable and accommodating. http://www.tommy-wagner.com Ask for Rainer, he speaks pretty good English.

[franze]

You might check out a thread in Ride Reports called "Going to Europe" Lots of info there. Don't know what your exact plans are but I just returned from living in Switzerland and would be glad to offer some advice/maps etc. PM me if you want. Have fun!! My advice, don't get hung up on a set route. Any direction from Germany or Switzerland is fantastic riding, culture, and cuisine. Let the weather be your compass

Here's my post from that Ride Report thread:



I had friends visit and both had good experiences with Moto Mader, near Zurich

http://www.moto-mader.ch/frameset_main.htm


and Inter Moto near Lausanne

http://www.inter-motos.ch/Presentation/


Although the websites are in German and French, you can send them an email and they'll reply in English.