Motorcycle Parking

Do I have to pay to park my motorcycle?

On-street parking for motorcycles without side cars is free within certain areas and motorcycle bays within Edinburgh.

Where can I park?

Zones 1-8

There are about 120 designated motorcycle parking bays within zones 1-8 of the Controlled Parking Zone. These are marked with a “solo m/cs only” legend. Motorcycles may be left free of charge in these bays. If a motorcyclist chooses to park in a pay and display bay then a valid pay and display voucher must be purchased and clearly displayed on the vehicle.

Zones N1-N5 and S1-S4

Motorcycles can use pay and display bays and shared use parking bays without charge.

Motorcycles cannot be left in residents' permit bays unless a valid residents' permit is displayed. Motorcycle owners living in Edinburgh's controlled parking zone can apply for a free residents' permit. Please see below.

See a list of streets with motorcycle bays .

Residents with Motorcycles

If you live in the Controlled Parking Zone, you may also apply for a free permit to park in permit holder parking places in your zone (these parking places are not specially designated for motorcycle use). To obtain an application form please phone 0131 469 3203. You may apply by post or in person at the Residents Parking Section, The City of Edinburgh Council, 249 High Street.

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