Shifting Gearz Moto

Shifting Gearz Moto offers motorcycle rentals, guided motorcycle tours and riding lessons in Tamarindo. Reviewers note that the business does not have a regular storefront and is best contacted by phone.

The rental fleet is six 2025 Yamaha XTZ 150 motorcycles, a light dual-sport bike for paved roads and dirt tracks. Rentals include insurance, a helmet and reflective straps. A driver’s license is required and the minimum age is 16. Pickup and drop-off are between 8 and 9 a.m., and delivery to your location can be arranged. A security deposit is taken on a credit card.

Guided tours start at $150 and last about three or five hours, with routes to beaches, waterfalls and back roads chosen to suit the rider’s level. Riding lessons start at $50 and are open to beginners and to riders preparing for a license.

Shifting Gearz Moto is consistently well reviewed by a small number of customers. Reviewers praise the patient, friendly owner, the new and clean bikes, tours adapted to their pace and fair prices.