Darjeeling is not your regular flatland city. It’s full of steep climbs, hairpin bends, and unpredictable weather. If you’re thinking of renting a vehicle from Siliguri to Darjeeling, your ride matters. Should you go for a scooty or a geared bike? Let’s compare.
Pros:
Light and easy to handle
Good for short rides (like from hotel to mall road)
Ideal for solo riders under 65–70 kg
Cheaper (₹699/day only)
Cons:
Less powerful engine – may struggle uphill with pillion
Limited braking control on steep downhill roads
Smaller fuel tank
Not suitable during heavy rain or landslide zones
Best models for short Darjeeling rides:
NTorq, Burgman, Grazia, Access, Jupiter
Pros:
More power = better for uphill climbs
Safer braking with heavier grip
Better for pillion and luggage
Handles long rides and rough patches
Cons:
Heavier, needs riding experience
Slightly more expensive (₹999–₹1499/day)
Best models for hill ride:
Standard: Pulsar 220, Avenger, Apache 160, NS
Premium: Royal Enfield Classic 350, Meteor, Thunderbird, Hunter, Himalayan, Xpulse
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If you're riding solo or for local sightseeing, scooty will do the job.
If you're going Siliguri → Darjeeling → Ghoom → Lepchajagat → Mirik, then premium or standard bikes are safer and more reliable.
Want to include riding gears? See our Accessories — Jacket, Gloves, Mounts, Binocular, Tyre Inflator @ just ₹50/day
Valid Driving License
Aadhar / Voter / Passport
₹2K–₹3K refundable deposit
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10% off on pre-booking
Pay 6, ride 7
Free scooty on 4 bookings
₹100 cashback for students
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