Scooter Rental Miami: 49cc Automatic with Free Lesson

Ride through South Beach with a free scooter lesson, no experience needed

You get a 49cc automatic scooter for 24 hours with unlimited mileage around Miami Beach, a free helmet and lock, GPS navigation, and a free riding lesson if you're new to scooters. A valid driver's license (US or international) and $300 security deposit are required. The deposit refunds immediately when you return the scooter in the same condition.

Step-by-step itinerary

Rent and ride scooter in Miami Beach

• Show valid driver license
• Receive free scooter riding lesson
• Rent 49cc automatic scooter
• Wear free helmet and use free lock
• Ride scooter around Miami Beach
• Use GPS for navigation
• Return scooter in original condition

The experience

A gallon of fuel gets you eighty miles around Miami Beach, which means you're not stopping to refuel every afternoon. The scooter itself is a 49cc automatic: no clutch, no gear shifting, just twist the throttle and go. Top speed is forty miles per hour, so you're moving fast enough to feel the breeze but slow enough that parking isn't a hunt. Every rental comes with a helmet, a lock, GPS, and unlimited mileage inside Miami Beach, which is the whole point: you're not watching the odometer or rationing your route.

First-time riders get a free lesson before you leave, so if you've never been on a scooter, that's handled. The rental company walks you through the basics (how to balance, how to brake, how the throttle feels), so you're not learning on the road. You need a valid driver's license (USA or international) and you have to be at least eighteen. The security deposit is three hundred dollars, which comes back the moment you return the scooter in the same condition you got it. Cash deposits only work if you have a US license. Otherwise it's a credit card authorization that releases when you hand over the keys.

Twenty-four hours means you can start in the morning, spend the day moving between South Beach neighborhoods without the hassle of parking a car or waiting for a ride, and still have the scooter into the evening. The parking situation alone makes this worth it: scooters fit into spaces cars can't touch, and fuel costs almost nothing. You're covering ground on your own schedule, stopping where you want, moving on when you're ready.

What’s included

• Your 24-hour rental includes the 49cc automatic scooter, a safety helmet, a lock for parking, GPS navigation, and unlimited mileage anywhere within Miami Beach.
• If you're a first-time rider, a free lesson is included before you depart.
• Fuel is not included, but the scooter's efficiency means one gallon covers roughly 80 miles.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 10:00, the last at 17:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 5 · max 4 per booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by MB Scooter Rentals

Is this one for you?Right for travelers who want to move around Miami Beach on their own schedule without arranging a car or waiting for rides. Plan for a $300 security deposit (refunded on return) and a valid driver's license. The 40 mph speed and tight parking footprint are what make scooters practical for the beach area.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need a motorcycle license to rent a 49cc scooter in Miami Beach?

No. A valid regular driver's license (USA or international) is sufficient for a 49cc scooter. You must carry it and show it on demand.

What's included in the 24-hour rental?

The rental includes the scooter, helmet, lock, GPS, and unlimited mileage within Miami Beach. A free riding lesson is also included for first-time riders.

How far can I go on one tank of fuel?

The scooter holds one gallon and gets approximately 80 miles per gallon, so one tank covers about 80 miles. Fuel is inexpensive and widely available.

What's the security deposit, and how do I pay it?

The deposit is $300. You can pay with a credit card (authorization only) or cash if you have a US driver's license. It refunds immediately when you return the scooter in the same condition.

What's the minimum age to rent?

You must be at least 18 years old to rent or drive a scooter.

Is there a free lesson for first-time riders?

Yes. If you've never ridden a scooter, the rental company provides a free lesson covering balance, braking, and throttle control before you leave.

Can I use an international driver's license?

Yes. International driver's licenses are accepted. US state licenses and international licenses both qualify. ID cards alone do not.

What's the top speed of the scooter?

The 49cc automatic has a top speed of 40 miles per hour.