tips for safety ride in Lombok

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✅ Before You Ride

1. Have a Valid License

   • You’ll need an international driver’s license (IDL) with a motorcycle endorsement.

   • Police checks are common, especially in tourist areas like Kuta or Senggigi.

2. Choose the Right Bike

   • Scooters (110–150cc) are the most common and best for short to mid-range rides.

   • Make sure the bike is well-maintained: test brakes, lights, horn, and tires before riding.

3. Wear Protective Gear

   • Helmet is a must (it’s also the law).

   • Lightweight jacket, closed shoes, and gloves can help prevent injury.

4. Insurance

   • Make sure you have travel insurance that covers motorbike accidents.

🛣️ While Riding

1. Drive Defensively

   • Locals may not follow traffic rules strictly—expect sudden stops, turns, or overtakes.

   • Always be alert for dogs, chickens, potholes, and loose gravel—especially on rural roads.

2. Keep Left

   • Indonesia drives on the left side of the road.

3. Use Signals – But Don’t Rely on Others'

   • Many riders don’t use indicators; assume nothing.

4. Speed Wisely

   • Roads can be deceptive—tight bends, narrow paths, or blind corners are common in the hills or near beaches.

5. Avoid Riding at Night

   • Poor street lighting, drunk drivers, and stray animals make night riding risky.

6. Fuel Up Regularly

   • In remote areas, petrol is sold in glass bottles at roadside shops.

   • Don’t wait until the tank is low—stations can be far apart.

🗺️ Navigation & Local Insights

1. Use Google Maps or Maps.me Offline

   • Some areas (especially in the mountains or north Lombok) have poor signal.

2. Watch for Road Closures or Events

   • Local ceremonies or processions might block roads temporarily.

3. Respect Local Customs

   • Drive slowly through villages and don't honk aggressively.

   • Cover up modestly when riding through religious or rural areas.

🚑 In Case of Emergency

• Emergency number: 112 or 118 (ambulance).

• Closest hospitals: RSUD Provinsi NTB (Mataram) or RS Harapan Keluarga.

• Save your embassy contact and local friends’ numbers, if any.