Delhi to Nepal Motorcycle Rental
— Ride the Himalayas,
Cross the Border

Yes. Stoneheadbikes provides a No Objection Certificate (NOC) authorising you to ride our rental motorcycle across the India–Nepal border. This NOC, combined with the motorcycle's RC book, insurance certificate, and your identity documents, is what you present at the Nepal border immigration to register the Temporary Import Permit (TIP) for the motorcycle. Without the NOC from the registered owner (Stoneheadbikes), you cannot legally ride a rental motorcycle into Nepal. We include the NOC as standard in every Delhi-to-Nepal rental booking.

No. Indian nationals do not need a passport to enter Nepal. A valid Aadhaar card or Voter ID is sufficient for Nepal immigration. You also need a valid Indian driving licence with motorcycle endorsement. You do not need an International Driving Permit (IDP) or a Nepal visa. Nepal has a completely open border policy for Indian nationals under the India-Nepal Treaty of Friendship.

The Temporary Import Permit (TIP) is a document issued by Nepal Customs at the border crossing that allows a foreign-registered vehicle (in this case, our Delhi-registered motorcycle) to enter and be used within Nepal for a specified period. To obtain the TIP, you present: motorcycle RC book, insurance certificate, your NOC from Stoneheadbikes, your driving licence, and your identity document. Processing typically takes 30 to 90 minutes depending on the queue at the border. Sunauli tends to be faster for two-wheelers. We send you a complete border procedure guide before your departure so you know exactly which counters to visit and in what order.

For most riders from Delhi, Sunauli (Bhairahawa) is the better choice. It is approximately 150 km closer to Delhi via NH44 + NH27, and the Siddhartha Highway on the Nepal side connects directly to both Pokhara and Kathmandu through beautiful mountain terrain. Raxaul (Birganj) is a valid alternative if your Delhi departure route is via Varanasi or Patna, but it adds approximately 150 km and the crossing can be busier with commercial truck traffic. Unless you have a specific reason to use Raxaul, we recommend Sunauli.

Yes, but Upper Mustang requires a Restricted Area Permit (currently NPR 500/day for SAARC nationals; USD 50/day for others). This permit is issued by the Nepal Department of Immigration in Kathmandu — not at the border. You need your passport and two passport photos. Indian nationals do also need their passport for the Mustang restricted area (the general Nepal border policy doesn't apply here). For the Upper Mustang circuit, we strongly recommend the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 for its power and reliability at altitudes above 3,500m. We advise on the permit process at the time of booking for anyone planning the Mustang route.

A comfortable Delhi to Nepal round trip covering Kathmandu and Pokhara typically takes 10 to 14 days. Riders spending more time — Chitwan wildlife, Mustang circuit, Annapurna circuit, or Bandipur — commonly book 18 to 25 days. The minimum practical rental for Delhi-to-Kathmandu-and-back is around 7 to 8 days (2 days each way, 3–4 days in Nepal). We quote for the exact number of days you specify — longer rentals get automatic 10% (15-day) or 15% (30-day) discounts. You can also extend your rental while in Nepal by calling or messaging us — subject to fleet availability.

This is a more complex arrangement because our motorcycles are registered in India and cannot be permanently imported into Nepal. However, if you are flying out of Kathmandu and don't want to ride back to Delhi, we can arrange a one-way return via transporter at an additional fee — we ship the motorcycle back to Delhi from our Nepal transporter contact. This option must be discussed and quoted at the time of booking as it requires advance logistics coordination. Contact us via the quote form or WhatsApp and mention one-way Nepal return in your message.

Royal Enfield has an established service and dealer network in Nepal — particularly in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and along the main highways. In the event of a breakdown, contact us on WhatsApp immediately. We coordinate with the nearest Royal Enfield service point or a trusted mechanic in the area. For major mechanical failures, we work with local transporters to get the motorcycle to a service centre while keeping you mobile. Optional RSA (Roadside Assistance) coverage, available at the time of booking, provides additional emergency support on both India and Nepal routes — we strongly recommend it for Nepal rides.