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NRMA Motorcycle Insurance review

NRMA ticks most of the basics, plus a few extra perks. It also offers optional-add ons for more customisation.

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Our verdict

Pros

  • Emergency repairs, transport and accommodation included in comprehensive cover
  • cover for protective gear
  • Specific cover available for vintage and classic motorbikes

Cons

  • No cover option for off-road motorbikes
  • There's no third party fire or theft option for motorbikes
  • No cover for personal items other than protective gear

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Product FCI Roadside assistance Accidental damage Storm Choice of repairer Agreed or Market Value
Optional
Agreed or Market
N/A
Optional
Agreed
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Features

NRMA's comprehensive motorcycle insurance covers the basics well and it includes plenty of options for further customisation in comparison to other motorcycle insurance providers.

Product FCI Accidental damage Roadside assistance Fire and theft Agreed or market value
Agreed or Market
Agreed or Market
Summary: QBE won our Green Insurer of the Year Award. Budget friendly and environmentally friendly.

Who it might be good for: Anyone on a budget who still wants good-quality cover.
Agreed or Market
Summary: Youi has earned a reputation for great customer service and offers 24/7 roadside assistance as standard. This is typically an optional extra.

Who it might be good for: People who value a good customer experience and want the ability to customise their policy.
Optional
Agreed or Market
Agreed
Summary: AAMI’s comprehensive motorcycle insurance policy covers more than some of its competitors with the inclusion of riding apparel as standard. For further coverage, more options to customise cover are available.

⭐ Current offer: $25 off when you buy online.

Who it might be good for: With a paperless claims process, AAMI could be good if you’re keen to manage everything online.
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Price

The below prices are for comprehensive motorcycle insurance policies and they're based on a fictional driver profile — it should be used as a guide only. Your own quote will differ based on the model of your motorcycle, your driver history and many other personal circumstances.
Keep in mind, the best motorcycle insurance for you may depend on more than price.

Provider Annual cost for $7,000 bike Annual cost for $29,000 bike
NRMA$804.14$1,753.27
GIOUnable to get online quote Unable to get online quote
QBE$539.34$1,281.24
AAMI$1,103.81Phone call needed to confirm quote
Swann$688.33$1,114.77
Budget Direct$521.81Did not offer insurance.
Suncorp$1,103.29Phone call needed to confirm quote
Mi bike$851.68$2,428.02

What additional cover options are available?

Hire car - Get a hire car if your motorbike is out of action due to an insured event.

Windscreen cover - Make a claim for a damaged windscreen without paying any excess

Choice of repairer - Pick your own mechanic, as long as they have the necessary equipment, skills, capabilities, licences and authorisations to complete the repairs.

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