Motorcycle Insurance South Australia

Whether it's your first policy or you're looking to switch, there are plenty of motorcycle insurance options out there if you live in South Australia.

You can choose from three cover options - comprehensive motorcycle insurance, third party fire & theft motorcycle insurance or third party property only motorcycle insurance - with a range of insurers. Find out below who you can get cover with and what option is best for you.

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	Details	Features
Comprehensive Motorcycle Insurance	Youi's total package for protection against damage to motorcycle and other people's property.	Accidental and intentional damage cover Legal liability cover up to $20 million Storm and flood cover Lock and key replacement 24/7 roadside assistance	Get Quote More info
Third Party Fire & Theft Motorcycle Insurance	Protection against damage to others caused by your motorcycle with additional cover.	Fire, theft and earthquake damage cover Legal liability cover up to $20 million Lock and key replacement	Get Quote More info
Third Party Property Only Motorcycle Insurance	Protection against the cost of damage your motorcycle causes to third party property.	Legal liability cover up to $20 million Immediate replacement motorcycle Maritime liability cover up to $10,000	Get Quote More info

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Provider	Pay Monthly at no extra Cost?	Roadside Assistance	New Motorcycle Replacement	Accidental Damage	Helmet & Riding Gear	Hire Car	Discounts?
	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	$500	Optional	No
	No	No	Yes	Yes	$1,000	Reasonable costs (Max 21 days)	Get a quote online and save up to $25
	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	$4,000	Up to $1500 (Max 14 days)	No Claim Bonus discount
	Yes	Optional	Yes	Yes	Optional	Up to $100 per day (Max 15 days)	Up to 10% Multi-bike discount
	No	No	Yes	Yes	$1,000	Reasonable costs (Max 21 days)	No

What motorcycle insurance options are available in South Australia?

There are three types of motorcycle insurance available in SA: comprehensive insurance, third party fire and theft, and third party property damage. Here you can find the three main motorcycle insurance cover options by Youi, an overview of what each policy covers and a helpful breakdown of their main features.

Best motorcycle insurance for South Australians

Motorcycle insurance is mandatory in South Australia. However, you only need to have the most basic policy - Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance. This is to cover you for medical costs and compensation if you get in an accident and injure someone else.

While this may be fine for some - for instance, if you are barely out on the road - motorcycling is more dangerous than driving a car so you probably want to think about a more comprehensive insurance option.

What exclusions and additional costs are there in SA?

If your motorcycle has been modified with custom parts or has had its upkeep neglected, you might be barred from standard cover. On top of this, there are sets of general exclusions that apply in SA, including no cover if:

• Your bike was being used illegally, such as in street racing or burnouts
• Your bike was being ridden by someone under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• You ride your bike while unlicensed
• Your bike was carrying more passengers than permitted by law

Finally, motorcycle insurers in the SA attract stamp duty at a rate of 11% of the insurance premium. While it's usually up to the insurer to pay this duty, sometimes the additional cost is passed on to you.

Still unsure if you need motorcycle insurance?

If you are still not convinced you need motorcycle insurance, consider the ways in which insurance can be a lifesaver. Whether you're winding your way through a Sunday crowd in the City of Churches or cruising along the Southern Ocean Drive, tragedy can strike in a hundred different ways, and it pays to be prepared:

• It protects you against essential risks. Fire, theft, collision, vandalism, third party liability and more – motorcycle insurance can come through in many circumstances beyond your direct control.
• You can get cover for a wide range of motorcycles. From tiny road bikes to thundering two-wheeled gods of the road, there's a policy for you.
• You can customise your level of cover. Only pay for what you use! If you only break out your bike for the occasional music festival or bush doof, you probably don't need as much cover as someone who hits traffic every day on the way to work.
• It'll give you peace of mind. How well could your finances handle having to buy a whole new bike after some idiot plowed into it in the parking lot and scarpered? What would you do if someone stole it from right outside the coffee shop? It's not worth risking thousands of dollars and constant worry – insurance can save you both.

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Alexandra Koster

Alexandra Koster is Finder's Publisher for car, home and pet insurance. Her hobbies include reading product disclosure statements and deciphering complicated insurance lingo to help people save on their insurance so that they can spend their money on better things – like dogs. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Cultural Studies from the University of Sydney.