Motorbike in Siem Reap

hdgh29 Serial expat

Member since 13 November 2010

hdgh29Serial expat11 November 2019 06:13:49

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I know that it is currently illegal for expats to rent motorbikes in Siem Reap,聽 but I dont know about just riding one in the city. If I own a motorbike in Phnom Penh and bring it to SR, can I ride it legally? And yes聽 I am aware that some expats do all sorts of things without worrying too much about traffic laws etc but if I plan to live long term in SR I would聽 prefer to get it right.

wmnorell Active member

Member since 27 February 2015

wmnorellActive member05 December 2019 08:52:36

The police do helmet check all the time and collect a small fine from people who are too vain or stupid to wear a helmet.聽 They don't check for a Cambodian driver's license or registration card unless you are in an accident.

hdgh29 Serial expat

Member since 13 November 2010

hdgh29Serial expat05 December 2019 15:04:57

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Thanks for the reply but that doesnt really answer my query. I am aware that foreigners are technically not allowed to rent motorbikes in Siem Reap and I have seen in the media that police have cracked down on rental outlets this year. My question was - does this also apply to expats who own their own bike as opposed to riding a rental?