Meet The Admiral: The Flagship of the Fleet
Model: Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin (Digital Blue)
If you want a bike that treats a 500km day across Shikoku like a casual stroll to the fridge for a cold one, meet The Admiral. He’s the heavyweight champion of our garage. While the CB400Xs are busy being "sensible" and "polite," The Admiral is out here trying to see if he can flatten the Mt. Tsurugi mountain range by sheer force of will.
The "High-Altitude" Command Center
The UFO Line sits at 1,700 meters, and on a windy day, it can feel like the deck of an aircraft carrier in a typhoon.
The Admiral's Experience: This is where his rank matters. While the smaller bikes are leaning into the gale like they’re in a hurricane, The Admiral just slices through the air. He’s heavy enough to stay planted but agile enough to carve the ridgeline. You sit so high up that you can actually see what the weather is doing in Kochi before you even get there.
The "Cargo Carrier" of the Iya Valley
Thinking of bringing a passenger, a tent, a portable BBQ, and three spare changes of clothes?
The Admiral's Experience: He has more "storage" than a suburban garage. While the others are debating if they have room for a spare pair of socks, The Admiral is already loaded with three hard cases and a pillion rider, wondering why we haven't left yet. He doesn’t "climb" hills; he just deletes them.
Suspension Like a Waterbed
Southern Japan is famous for Rindo (forest roads) that haven’t been paved since the Meiji era.
The Admiral's Experience: With a 21-inch front wheel and suspension travel that could swallow a small pothole whole, he makes the roughest goat tracks feel like a freshly vacuumed carpet. If you accidentally hit a bump on a bridge over the Shimanto River, you won't feel it—but the bridge might.
The "Ghibli" Giant
Rolling into a quiet, 400-year-old village like Fukiya on The Admiral is a cinematic experience.
The Admiral's Experience: He’s huge, but he’s a "Gentle Giant." Thanks to Honda’s refined engineering, he’s actually easier to ride at low speeds than some 600cc bikes. He’s got the torque to chug along at walking pace while you wave at local farmers, looking like an explorer who just finished a trans-continental crossing (even if you only came from the local 7-Eleven).
Why Choose The Admiral?
The Admiral is for the rider who wants it all. He’s for the traveler who refuses to choose between highway comfort and "go-anywhere" grit. He’s bulletproof, imposing, and has enough presence to make a parked Harley look like a toy.
The Pacific coast is calling, the mountains are waiting, and The Admiral is ready to deploy. Are you ready to take the helm?
Please check detailed rental requirements below.
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| Same Day + Store Access |
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| Multi Day Rental |
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| Insurance Coverage |
Your rental includes the legally required Japanese insurance coverage:
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| Excess & Liability |
ERI Eligibility:
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| Who We Are |
At Motorcycle Rental Japan, we are English speakers and owners. Our goal is to ensure total customer satisfaction in a safe, English-speaking environment so you are 100% informed, confident, and understand every detail of your rental. |
| Check-In & Setup |
Upon arrival at our shop, you will be greeted by our staff to finalize your booking details and complete the rental contract. To get you on the road quickly and safely, we will:
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| Departure Prep |
We are happy to answer any questions about the terms, the motorcycle, or provide route recommendations. Before setting off, you will receive and confirm our emergency contact numbers. Timeframe: This process can take as little as 10 minutes. However, if you need gear fitting, adjustments, or detailed route guidance, it may take longer. We want to get you on your adventure as fast as possible, so please plan accordingly. |
| The Return |
We love hearing about your adventure! After a quick final inspection, if everything is in order, you are free to go.
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| Luggage |
Our motorcycles come fitted with luggage as shown in the photos. If you do not see luggage attached in the motorcycle photos, please ask us for options. *Note: Some smaller or off-road models have limited luggage capacity.* |
| Navigation & Power |
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| ETC & Highway |
The motorcycle is equipped with an ETC Machine for highway travel in Japan. Important: ETC Card rental is not available from this store location. You can pay highway tolls via Credit Card or Cash at the toll gates. |
| Safety & Support |
Includes a security lock, emergency puncture repair kit with pump, and contact numbers for 24-hour emergency support. |
| Storage & Fuel |
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| Restrictions |
Please Note: To protect the vehicle condition, we do not allow tank bags or third-party soft luggage to be fitted to the motorcycles. |
| License & ID |
You must present a valid Japanese Driver’s License with a Valid International Driving Permit (IDP). Please see HERE for full license requirements. Required Documents: We will need to take copies of your Credit Card and your Passport (or Resident Card) upon arrival. |
| Riding Experience |
Riders must have more than one year of riding experience on a motorcycle of similar size/weight to the one you intend to rent. |
| Age Requirement |
Riders must be 20 years of age or older. |
| Policies |
Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for a detailed list of our rental requirements and policies. |
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