Do motorbikes in Vietnam have room to carry a large backpacking backpack?

If you buy/rent a motorbike in Vietnam do they have ones with the abilities to strap on a large backpacking backpack?

I've seen just regular motorbikes without any attachments for carrying luggage, but I'm assuming if two people can ride a bike then there's no reason a single person couldn't travel with a bag right?

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You could have a luggage rack made easily for between $10 and $30 USD, depending on size. Some photos below show you how such a rack might look:

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Can I bring my motorcycle to Vietnam?

To import a motorcycle into vietnam, you're paying a 90% duty plus 10%VAT and any other customs charges. The bike can't be older than 3 years by the time it passes through customs. You have to be Vietnamese or viet kieu or a foreigner married to Vietnamese and living in Vietnam or, you have a company in Vietnam.

Can a foreigner own a motorbike in Vietnam?

A foreigner can only legally buy a motorcycle in Vietnam if they hold a resident permit. A temporary one is good for up to three years and needs proof of address and full- time employment. A permanent card, on the other hand, requires you to show how you will earn a living while in the country.

Why are motorcycles so common in Vietnam?

FLEXIBLE AND ECONOMICAL : About 95 percent of registered vehicles are motorbikes or scooters, not many cars, which is suitable to Vietnam's situation with many narrow streets. With motorbikes or scooters, it is much easier for riders to go into tiny alleys which exist a lot in Vietnam.

Do you need a license to drive a motorcycle in Vietnam?

Local (Vietnamese) LicenseVietnamese driving licences are mandatory for riders of motorcycles with a capacity of over 50cc. You need an A1 license for under 175cc or A2 for over 175cc. It's more to do with insurance policies when you ride in Vietnam. For more details please follow this link.

Everything you need to know for planning to motorbike Vietnam

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