Whitney Insurance Agency
Boda boda riders waiting at a stage on a Nairobi street

Motorcycle Insurance

A boda boda earning fares needs different cover from a private bike. We arrange both, explain the difference clearly, and make sure your policy matches your actual use — because a private policy will not pay if you are carrying fare-paying passengers.

What it covers

PSV (boda boda) cover

For motorcycles carrying fare-paying passengers. Includes third party liabilities and passenger liability — the cover the law expects for commercial riders.

Private motorcycle cover

For bikes used for personal transport only. Available as third party or comprehensive.

Comprehensive option

Adds theft, fire and accident damage to your own bike — worth considering where the motorcycle is your main tool of work.

Who needs it

  • Boda boda riders carrying passengers for a fare
  • Riders using bikes for personal transport
  • Delivery and courier riders (tell us — goods delivery is a separate class)

What you need to apply

  • Copy of the motorcycle logbook
  • Rider's driving licence (correct motorcycle class)
  • KRA PIN and national ID
  • PSV badge or association details (for boda boda)

Send documents on WhatsApp and we will confirm the exact list your insurer needs before you commit.

A boda boda rider carrying a passenger in Likoni, Mombasa
A boda boda rider carrying a passenger in Likoni, Mombasa

Common exclusions — the honest part

The most common claim problem: a private-policy bike found carrying paying passengers. Other typical exclusions include riding without a valid licence and unauthorised riders. We confirm your use before quoting.

Questions people ask

I carry passengers sometimes — which cover do I need?

If you carry passengers for money at all, you need PSV cover. It costs more than private cover, but a private policy will not pay a passenger claim — and that is the claim most likely to happen.

Is my passenger covered?

Under PSV cover, yes — passenger legal liability protects the person you are carrying. Under private cover, no.

What do I need for same-day cover?

Logbook, your licence, ID and KRA PIN. Send them on WhatsApp and we will tell you exactly what the insurer still needs.

Other covers people look at

Motor Private

Third party or comprehensive cover for your private car, SUV or family vehicle.

See this cover

Motor Commercial

Cover for lorries, vans, pickups and pickups-on-hire used for business.

See this cover

Matatu & PSV

PSV cover for matatus, minibuses and buses — including passenger liability.

See this cover
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