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Renting a Bike or Scooter

Use these phrases when you want to rent a bicycle or a scooter in a city.

Key Phrases

I would like to rent a scooter for the day, so could you explain how this works?

💡 Use this question when you want to understand the rental rules at the shop.

Could you please tell me the price per hour and the total cost for the whole day?

💡 Use this to find out the hourly rate before you decide to rent.

Do I need to pay a deposit today, and will I get that money back later?

💡 Ask this to confirm if you will get your security deposit back later.

Is a helmet included in the rental price, or do I need to pay extra for it?

💡 Ask this if you are not sure if safety gear is included.

Can you show me where I can park and return the bike when I finish my trip?

💡 Use this to find the correct parking zones in the city center.

Should I download an app to unlock the vehicle, or can I pay here with cash?

💡 Ask this to choose between paying online or using a local shop.

What should I do if the bike has some damage before I start riding it today?

💡 Use this to report any problems before you start your ride today.

If I have an accident on the road, who should I call for help immediately?

💡 Ask this to get the emergency phone number in case of trouble.

Can you help me to connect the app to my credit card so I can start renting?

💡 Ask this if you need help with setting up the payment system.

The battery is low, so I might need to swap this scooter for another one.

💡 Use this if the vehicle stops working because the power is gone.

Practice Dialogue

Customer
Hello, I would like to rent a scooter today, so could you explain how this works?
Assistant
You should download our official app first, and then you can register with your phone.
Customer
Could you please tell me the price per hour and the total cost for the day?
Assistant
It costs three euros per hour, but we also require a ten euro deposit online.
Customer
Is a helmet included in that price, or do I need to pay extra for it?
Assistant
If you find any damage, you must report it before you start riding the scooter.
Customer
Can you show me where I can park and return the bike when I finish?
Assistant
We have recently created green zones, so you must park the vehicle inside those areas.

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