Easy Rider Mallorca Scooter Tour

Mallorca looks different from a scooter seat: the city drops behind you, the road narrows, and villages arrive at a more human pace. This 3.5-hour ride leaves Palma for Puigpunyent, Es Capdella and Calvià, then returns to the starting point. It is a compact way to see more than the capital without spending a full day on the road.

I like two things in particular: the village-focused route, which trades busy main roads for quieter back roads where possible, and the planned drink stop in Puigpunyent’s main square. Guides Dani and Thomas have led other rides for LocoWheels, including trips on classic Lambrettas and Scomadis.

One thing to weigh: scooter riding experience is required, and you need a valid driver’s license. If you are new to scooters, nervous in traffic, or unsure about Mallorca’s roads, this is not a low-stakes first ride.

At a glance

• A 3.5-hour loop from Palma: Start and finish at LocoWheels Mallorca Scooter, Motorcycle Rental & Tour in central Palma.
• A village route: The listed stops are Puigpunyent, Es Capdella and Calvià, with a drink break in Puigpunyent’s main square.
• A small-group outing: The maximum group size is 15, so this is not a large motorcade.
• Two scooter capacity rules: Drivers must be at least 21 for a 125cc scooter or 18 for a 50cc scooter, and must have a valid license and riding experience.
• A per-scooter booking wrinkle: One booking for one person means one scooter. For two people sharing one scooter, book one person.
• Weather matters: If poor conditions cancel the ride, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.

Leaving Palma for the village roads

The meeting point is LocoWheels Mallorca Scooter, Motorcycle Rental & Tour, at Plaça de la Quartera 7 in central Palma. The scheduled start is 10:30 am, and the tour returns to the same place after about three and a half hours. The shop is near public transportation, which helps if you are staying elsewhere in Palma and do not want to arrange a taxi.

The route’s appeal is its change of pace. Palma is the island’s main city, but this ride heads inland toward smaller places rather than keeping you on an urban circuit. LocoWheels’ guides have taken other groups on scenic back roads and worked to avoid much of the heavy traffic. That is a useful aim on a scooter, where a quieter road can make the ride feel more relaxed and let you focus on the route.

Still, this is a road tour, not a sightseeing walk with a scooter parked nearby. You should expect to spend much of the outing riding, with brief stops rather than long visits at every town. The moderate fitness requirement and need for prior scooter experience are reminders to take the riding itself seriously.

Puigpunyent and a drink in the main square

Puigpunyent is the clearest planned pause on the route. The group stops in the village’s main square for a drink, which gives you time to get off the scooter, stretch and take in the place at street level. It is a simple break, not a full meal stop, so have breakfast beforehand and do not count on a long lunch during this half-day ride.

That pause also breaks up the route in a practical way. Three and a half hours is long enough to feel like a real excursion, but short enough that you can keep the rest of the day open. If you are trying to fit a scooter ride around a Palma visit, this schedule has a useful balance.

The stop’s exact length and what you can order are not specified. I would treat it as a chance to refresh and enjoy the square, rather than plan a detailed café visit around it. Bring water if you prefer to have a drink on hand between stops.

Es Capdella and Calvià: a village-to-village ride

After Puigpunyent, the listed route continues through Es Capdella and Calvià before returning to Palma. The experience is about connecting these places by scooter, not ticking off a set of long guided visits. The value lies in seeing the countryside between towns and getting a sense of how the island changes once you leave the capital.

LocoWheels’ longer tours have covered lanes through villages and vineyards, wooded stretches and mountain bends. Those details give a sense of the operator’s wider riding style, but they do not guarantee that this shorter outing follows every kind of road or reaches the same places. The 3.5-hour route is specifically listed as Palma, Puigpunyent, Es Capdella and Calvià, then Palma again.

That distinction matters if you are choosing between a quick ride and an island tour. A full-day or multi-day trip can cover much more ground, while this outing is a lighter introduction to riding outside the city. If your main goal is to see Mallorca’s far-flung coast or spend hours in the mountains, this route may not go far enough. If you want a taste of the back roads without giving up the whole day, its shorter format makes sense.

What the riding feels like, and who should go

The operator’s other tours have included classic Lambrettas and automatic Scomadis, and customers have praised the condition of the scooters and the service. But the exact scooter model for this specific tour is not stated. If you have your heart set on a particular style or transmission, ask LocoWheels before booking rather than assume you will be handed a vintage Lambretta.

Guides Dani and Thomas have led rides around Mallorca, including routes designed to keep groups on scenic roads and away from heavier traffic where possible. The maximum group size is 15. That is small enough to be more personal than a large coach outing, but it is still a group ride, so you should be comfortable following a guide and keeping a steady pace.

This tour is best suited to confident riders who already know how to handle a scooter. The rules set the minimum driver age at 21 for a 125cc scooter and 18 for a 50cc scooter. In both cases you need a valid driver’s license and scooter experience. The information does not specify which engine size is available for each booking, so check the options and requirements with the operator before you pay.

A scooter can also be a poor fit if you are uneasy about road conditions, carrying a passenger, or riding in a group. The experience is not described as a lesson, and the moderate fitness level requirement suggests you should be prepared to sit and ride for a good part of the outing. Be honest with yourself: a scenic route is more enjoyable when you feel in control.

Price, booking and practical details

The listed price is $78.27 per person for about three and a half hours. That may be reasonable if you want a guided route and a way to explore beyond Palma without renting and planning everything yourself. The price is less compelling if you already have a scooter, know the roads and prefer to stop wherever you like. No specific inclusions beyond the guided scooter outing are detailed, so confirm what the price covers before booking.

Pay close attention to the passenger booking rule. One person booked means one scooter; two people booked means two scooters. If you want two people to ride together on one scooter, book one person instead. Since the displayed price is per person but the booking process is tied to scooters, clarify the total cost with LocoWheels if you are sharing.

The group is capped at 15, and the tour is offered in English. Confirmation is provided when you book. It is commonly reserved about 23 days ahead, so if you have a fixed date in mind, booking early is sensible, especially during a busy travel period.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund or adjustment. The ride depends on good weather; if poor weather forces a cancellation, you can move to another date or receive a full refund. Check the local cut-off time when arranging plans.

Is this Mallorca scooter tour worth booking?

The tour’s strongest points are its short, manageable duration, its village route and the chance to ride back roads with a local guide rather than work out every turn yourself. The planned pause in Puigpunyent gives the outing a welcome breather, and the return to Palma makes it easy to fit into a day of city sightseeing.

I would book it if you are already comfortable on a scooter and want a guided taste of Mallorca beyond the capital. I would skip it if you lack riding experience, need a full island circuit, or want long stops at each village. Confirm the scooter type and the cost for your party before booking, especially if two people plan to share one scooter.

FAQ

How long is the Easy Rider Mallorca Scooter Tour?

The tour lasts about three hours and 30 minutes.

Where does the tour start and finish?

It starts at LocoWheels Mallorca Scooter, Motorcycle Rental & Tour, Plaça de la Quartera 7 in central Palma. It ends back at the same meeting point.

What time does the tour start?

The scheduled start time is 10:30 am.

Which places are included on the route?

The route goes from Palma to Puigpunyent, Es Capdella and Calvià, then returns to Palma. The group stops for a drink in Puigpunyent’s main square.

What is the minimum age to drive a scooter?

Drivers must be at least 21 years old for a 125cc scooter or 18 for a 50cc scooter. A valid driver’s license and scooter-riding experience are required.

Can two people ride on one scooter?

Yes. One scooter can carry two people. To book one scooter for two people, book one person. Booking two people means booking two scooters.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You can choose a different date or receive a full refund if poor weather causes the tour to be canceled.