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MOTORCYCLE RENTAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS (“Terms & Conditions”)

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HR RIDE PORTUGAL, SA, head office at Avenida Severiano Falcão, 7/7A, 2689-522 Prior Velho, registered at the Commercial Registry Office of Loures under the number 515184144 (hereinafter referred to as Rental Company) rents the identified vehicle (motorcycle) through this rental agreement, under its specific terms and conditions and under the following terms and conditions.

This document includes all terms and conditions of the rental agreement executed by the Rental Company and the Renter, and the latter should read it carefully. If the Renter does not understand any of the provisions contained by this document, he/she should request the concerning clarification to the assisting representative of the Rental Company.  

 

  1. DEFINITIONS
    1. Additional Mandatory Charges” means separately stated charges that we require you to pay to hire or lease the Motorcycle for the period of time to which the rental rate applies, and which are imposed by a governmental entity and specifically related to the operation of a rental vehicle business.  Additional Mandatory Charges include a customer facility charge, airport concession fee, tourism commission assessment, or other government imposed taxes or fees.
    2. Agreement” means all terms and conditions in these Terms & Conditions, the “Rental Agreement,” the “Vehicle Condition Report,” the invoice, the Assumption of Risks and Release (“Release”), and any other addenda that we provide at the time of rental (and that you sign). 
    3. Authorized Driver” means a driver authorized to use the Motorcycle.  Except as may be specifically authorized by applicable law, only the renter and an additional driver listed by us on your Face Page at the time of rental are authorized to drive the Motorcycle.  Each Authorized Driver must: (i) have a valid driver’s license in the country of my permanent residence that qualifies that person to operate a motorcycle with the same rating as the Motorcycle; (ii) be at least age 21; and (iii) have at least three year of experience riding motorcycles with the same rating as the Motorcycle. These conditions may change according with the motorcycle identified.
    4. Charges” means the fees and charges that are incurred under this Agreement.  All amounts expressed under this Agreement shall be payable in Euro. 
    5. CDW" means Collision Damage Waiver. 
    6. TP” means Theft protection.
    7. Diminished Value” means the difference between the fair market value of the Motorcycle before damage or loss and its value after repairs as calculated by a third-party estimate obtained by us or on our behalf. 
    8. Loss of Use” means the loss of our ability to use a Motorcycle for our purposes because of Motorcycle damage or loss during a Rental Period, including use for rent, display for rent and/or sale, opportunity to upgrade or sell, or transportation of employees.
    9. Motorcycle” or “Vehicle” means the motorcycle identified on the Rental Agreement and any vehicle we substitute for it, and all of its tires, tools, accessories, equipment, appliances, keys, and vehicle documents.
    10. Rental Period” means the period between the time you take possession of the Motorcycle until the Motorcycle is either returned to or recovered by us and checked in by us.
    11. Rental Portfolio” means a document available for your inspection at the rental location, which provides detailed information on the motorcycles available for rent and also includes an updated price list of daily rental rates and other fees (the “Price List”).  The Price List is subject to change.
    12. “Vehicle License Fee” or “Vehicle License Cost Recovery Fee” means a vehicle license cost recovery fee based on our estimated average per day per vehicle portion of our total annual vehicle licensing, titling, and registration costs or as otherwise defined under applicable law. 
    13. You” or “your” means the individual identified as the “Renter” and any Authorized Driver
    14. We”, “our” or “us” means HR RIDE PORTUGAL, S.A.  The Hertz Company has authorized us to use the name “Hertz Ride.”

 

  1. BOOKING CONDITIONS
  1. Driving License: Both the renter and any additional drivers must provide a valid, unexpired driver’s license for the class of motorcycle rented (including any necessary endorsements) in their name.  If your driver’s license is not issued in Europe, then you must also bring an international driving permit. Drivers need to be at least age 21 and have at least three year of experience riding motorcycles with the same rating as the Motorcycle. These conditions may change according with the motorcycle identified.
  2. Identification: A passport or personal ID card is required
  3. Credit Card: The renter must have a credit card (VISA or MASTERCARD) in his or her own name when picking up the motorcycle (American Express, Dinners, prepaid credit card, charge card or cash cards will not be accepted).  At the time of rental, we will request an authorization (hold) on your credit card for the excess of the estimated rental charges plus Non-Waivable Excess (NWE) deposit/ guarantee.  The card must have enough available funds to cover the hold for the duration of the rental). We will also charge all additional charges, local fees, optional equipment that you rent or anything else that you purchase at the rental counter to the credit card at the time of rental.
  4. Reservation confirmation: The renter must present this Reservation Confirmation when picking up the motorcycle. Refer to the Terms and Conditions for more information.
  5. Roadside Assistance: You have available road assistant 24h in the original country. Please ask at desk for details.
  6. Payment Information: The booking of the motorcycle requires the payment by the Renter of monetary amount as a reserve deposit corresponding to 20% of the rental. The Rental Company reserves the right to make the availability of the motorcycle conditional to the effective demonstration by the Renter of the payment of the reservation deposit. The rental must be made within a maximum of 12 months from the date of reservation. Please note that ´Total Amount to pay on pick up’ will be charged in local currency. Any other currency displayed is for information purposes only.
  7. Extensions, Amendments, Cancellations and No-Shows: If you wish to extend or modify your rental after the pick-up date and time specified on this Reservation Confirmation, you must contact Hertz Ride directly at hertzride@hertzride.com whether you have actually picked up the motorcycle or not. Extension or modification of your rental before the rental starts (i.e., before the pick-up date and time specified on this Reservation Confirmation) may only be arranged by sending Hertz Ride an e-mail at (hertzride@hertzride.com).  Please note that modifying your reservation may result in a change in your rental rate or additional or higher charges based on changes to the length of the rental or to the motorcycle type rented. If your scheduled pick-up time is less than 48 hours away and you wish to modify your booking, please call us at (+351 210 413 334). If the rental price changes due to modifications (e.g., pick-up or drop-off location, motorcycle group or length of rental), you will be charged at the current published price, which may be different or higher from the initial price booked. In addition, if the original reservation was subject to a promotional or discounted fee, you may no longer qualify for that fee, and the modified reservation may be at a substantially higher rate. You will not receive a credit or refund if you return the rented motorcycle earlier than the scheduled due-in date and time.
    1. Modifications: Modifications to reservations can only be made by email to our Contact Center through hertzride@hertzride.com. The estimated total charges will be recalculated based on the availability and prices at the time the modification is made. The total charges may be greater or lesser than the price originally booked. This policy applies to changes made to: Drop off location, pick up date and time, Drop off time and date, Motorcycle group, All other additional products
    2. Cancelations: If you wish to cancel your reservation, you must inform Hertz Ride in writing to hertzride@hertzride.com before your rental is due to start - cancellation fees may apply. The payment made at the time of reservation is refundable only if the reservation is canceled at least 30 days before the scheduled pick-up date.
    3. No Shows: Hertz Ride reserves the right to refuse the motorcycle to any user who fails to arrive on time (including  a 30-minute “grace period”), fails to provide all the necessary documentation and/or information, fails to provide a credit card with enough available funds for the deposit; or if the driver show signs of being under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other substance affecting his perception or reactions or otherwise appears unfit to operate the motorcycle. In such cases, unless the rental has been cancelled in advance, the renter will be considered a “no show” and will not be entitled to a refund. The prices are based on the pick-up and drop-off times and dates that the user arranges before the rental starts. If the user picks the motorcycle up any later or brings the motorcycle back any earlier, the user will not receive a refund for the unused hours or days.
  8. Extras: All extras extra, optional equipment and services, including GPS, Helmets, Communications system, and low seats, are subject to local availability and availability cannot be guaranteed.  (Ex: GPS, Helmets, Intercommunication System and Low seats).All extra optional equipment is provided “As-Is,” and you are responsible for ensuring that you understand how to use and/or install any of the optional equipment.
  9. Optional Special Damage Coverage: At the counter, costumer can opt to add additional coverage regarding damage responsibility. Please ask our Customer Sale Representative at the location about conditions to add these coverages
    1. SCDW – Medium coverage: If you purchase Super CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage—up to a maximum amount of 50% of the fair market value of the Motorcycle prior to the damage. Price varies between 19€ and 25€ per day, with a minimum of 5 days per rental.
    2. VIP SCDW – Top Coverage: If you purchase Super CDW VIP, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage —up to a maximum amount of 75% of the fair market value of the Motorcycle prior to the damage. Price varies between 35€ and 39€ per day, with a minimum of 5 days per rental.

 

  1. NATURE OF THE AGREEMENT

You understand that we are not an affiliate, agent or franchisee of The Hertz Corporation (or any of its affiliates) (collectively “Hertz”).We are an independently owned and operated company with a limited license from Hertz to use the name, “Hertz Ride” in connection with a motorcycle rental business in Europe. You further understand and agree that Hertz is not a party to this Agreement and has no obligations to you.You further agree that you will not make any demands or pursue any claims against Hertz.

 

  1. CONDITION OF THE MOTORCYCLE – DELIVERY AND RETURN

The Renter acknowledges receiving the Motorcycle in good working and clean condition, including both tires, and agrees to return it to us in the same condition (with its keys, equipment, tools and/or accessories) at the location and on the date specified in the Rental Agreement.   

You are prohibited from modifying any technical features of the Motorcycle or its keys, equipment, tires, tools and/or accessories or from making any aesthetic change to the Motorcycle.  If you breach this provision, you will be responsible for all costs that we incur to restore the Motorcycle to its original status plus, to the extent permitted by law, consequential and incidental damages due to our inability to use the Motorcycle while it is being repaired.  

To the extent permitted by law: (a) we may repossess the Motorcycle at your expense without notice to you if it is abandoned or used in violation of law or this Agreement; and (b) if the Motorcycle is not returned 48 hours after the date and hour return time as stipulated in the Rental Agreement, it will be considered embezzled or converted and may be reported to the police as stolen.  Failure to return the Motorcycle may constitute a crime punishable to the fullest extent provided under applicable law.

 

  1. RENTAL PERIOD

The minimum Rental Period is one day.A “day” is a 24-hour day beginning on the date and time noted on the Rental Agreement. If you return the Motorcycle more than 29 minutes after the scheduled return time, we reserve the right to charge you for an additional rental day at the applicable daily rate as shown on the Price List.If you wish to extend the scheduled Rental Period, you must request our express written authorization and pay for the estimated additional charges before the scheduled return time.Under no circumstances may the deposit be used as form of payment in case of extension of the rental agreement. If you fail to return the Motorcycle when due and continue to use it without our express authorization, we may terminate this Agreement, and you will have sole responsibility for the payment of any fines or penalties assessed against you, the Motorcycle or us due to the lack of updated documentation.

 

  1. RENTAL RATE AND DEPOSIT 

The daily rental rate, as well as the deposit amount, are determined by the Price List in effect when you sign this Agreement. The standard payment method is credit card.  Payment by cash or debit card requires our prior authorization and may be subject to additional conditions. If we authorize payment in cash, we reserve the right to request one or more credit cards of the Renter as guarantee.  You permit us to reserve against your payment card (or, if we choose, take a cash deposit) at the time of rental a reasonable amount in addition to the estimated total charges. We may use the reserve or deposit to pay all Charges. We will authorize the release of an excess reserve (or return of a cash deposit) at completion of your rental if no additional Charges are payable. Your payment card issuer’s rules will apply to crediting your account for any excess, which may not be immediately released by your card issuer.

 

  1. CHARGES

All Charges are based on our current Price List, which is available for your review at the rental counter.  All Charges are payable in Euro.  You will pay us at or before conclusion of rental, or on demand, all Charges, including:

  1. Daily Rental Rate for the Rental Period, including an additional mileage fee if you exceed the daily mileage allowance indicated on the Rental Agreement Face Page;
  2. A mileage charge based on our experience if the odometer is tampered with or disconnected;
  3. Fees for optional products, equipment, and services you purchased;
  4. Fuel and a refueling fee if you return the Motorcycle with less fuel than when rented;
  5. Additional Mandatory Charges;
  6. Expenses we incur locating and recovering the Motorcycle if you fail to return it or if we repossess it under the terms of this Agreement;
  7. All costs we incur enforcing or defending our rights under this Agreement;
  8. A reasonable cleaning fee as noted on the Price List to clean the Motorcycle if returned substantially less clean than when rented;
  9. A lost key fee if you lose the keys to the Motorcycle;
  10. A surcharge if you return the Motorcycle to a location other than the location where you rented the Motorcycle (“Drop Fee”) or if you do not return it on the date and time due as further described in Paragraph 2 above (“Late Fee”);
  11. Towing, storage charges, forfeitures, court costs, penalties and all other costs we incur from your use of the Motorcycle;
  12. Replacement cost of lost or damaged parts and supplies used in the Motorcycle accessories or optional equipment, such as helmets, intercom systems, lowered seats, or navigation systems; and
  13. The cost of obtaining replacement documents plus a reasonable administrative fee if you lose or damage any of the Motorcycle documents, including the vehicle registration.

There is no refund for late pick-up or early return.  If you use a credit card or other payment card issued by a bank or financial institution any currency conversion will be handled by the issuing bank.  All Charges are subject to our final audit.  If errors are discovered after the close of this transaction, you authorize us to correct the Charges with the payment card issuer. You must notify us of any disputes to the Charges no later than 30 days after your receipt of the invoice.

 

  1. NO WARRANTIES; NO LIABILITY

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW: (A) YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT WE AND THE MANUFACTURER OF THE MOTORCYCLES AND ITS AFFILIATES (THE ‘MANUFACTURERS”) HAVE NOT MADE, DO NOT MAKE, AND DISCLAIM ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE MOTORCYCLE, INCLUDING, ITS DESIGN, CAPACITY, CONDITION, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR USE OR FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE; AND (B) AGREE THAT NEITHER US NOR THE MANUFACTURERS WILL BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR OTHER DAMAGES OR EXPENSES OF ANY KIND CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY, OR ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH, THE MOTORCYCLE, ITS USE, OPERATION OR FAILURE TO BE MAINTAINED, OR BY ANY INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE MOTORCYCLE.

 

  1. RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE OR LOSS OF THE MOTORCYCLE

You must report all accidents or incidents of theft or vandalism to us and the police as soon as you discover them. 

You are responsible for all damage to or loss or theft of the Motorcycle during the Rental Period, regardless of fault, resulting from any cause, including damage of loss caused by collision, weather, vandalism, theft, road conditions and acts of nature.  Your responsibility will include: (a) all physical damage to the Motorcycle measured as follows: (i) if we determine that the Motorcycle is a total loss, the fair market value of the Motorcycle, less salvage; (ii) if we determine that the Motorcycle is repairable: (A) the difference between the value of the Motorcycle immediately before the damage and the value immediately after the damage; or (B) the reasonable estimated retail value or actual cost of repair plus Diminished Value; (b) Loss of Use, measured by multiplying your daily rental rate either by the actual or estimated number of days from the date the Motorcycle is damaged until it is replaced or repaired, which you agree represents a reasonable estimate of Loss of Use damages and not a penalty.  Loss of Use shall be payable regardless of fleet utilization; (c) a reasonable administrative fee, calculated based on the damage repair estimate as follows, which you agree is reasonable: €0-€250 damage=€50 fee; €251-€500 damage=€75 fee; €501-€750 damage=€100 fee; €751-€1500 damage=€150 fee; €1501-€2500 damage =€200 fee; over €2500 damage=€250 fee;; (d) towing, storage, and impound charges and other reasonable incidental and consequential damages; and (e) all costs associated with our enforcement of this Agreement.  You are responsible for loss or damage to the Motorcycle resulting from theft or vandalism related to the theft; you file an official report of the theft with the police within 24 hours of learning of the theft and you cooperate with us and the police in providing information regarding the theft; You are responsible for replacing missing equipment and Motorcycle documents and keys. You must report all Motorcycle accidents or incidents of theft and vandalism to us and the police upon discovery.   

 

  1. RENTER'S RESPONSIBILITY
    1. ? In the event of any loss or damage to, theft or robbery of the Motorcycle or parts thereof while on rental, Renter shall pay Rental Company on demand the amount of all costs and losses including, without limitation, repair costs, depreciation, loss of renting revenues, towing and vehicle collection expenses, the amount established in our current tariff as the maximum non-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);
    2. The Renter limits his or her responsibility under the terms set out below provided that he or she complies with the terms hereof and that the loss or damage has not been caused intentionally or by gross negligence of the Renter, by gross negligence of any authorised driver or by any unauthorised driver;
      1. Responsibility for any loss or damage caused to the Motorcycle (excluding theft and robbery) is limited to the total value of the maximum non-waivable excess established in Rental Company current price list. Should the Renter accept the Collision Damage Waiver (hereinafter CDW) by initialling the space provided for this purpose on the first page hereof and paying the daily fee specified for this purpose, he shall be solely held responsible for the stated in the agreement as the minimum non-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);
      2.  Responsibility for loss of, or damages to, the vehicle deriving from theft or robbery thereof is limited to the total value of the maximum non-waivable excess established in Rental Company current tariff. Should the Renter agree to subscribe the Theft Protection Waiver (hereinafter TP) by initialing the space provided for this purpose on the first page hereof and paying the daily fee specified for this purpose, he shall be solely held responsible for the amount established in Rental Company current price list as the minimum no-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);

 

  1. ADITIONAL COVERAGE (DAMAGE RESPONSIBILITY)

By the purchase of CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage to the Motorcycle. We also offer “Super CDW”- medium coverage and “Super CDW VIP”- top coverage to the Motorcycle.  If you purchase Super CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage—up to a maximum amount of 50% of the Minimum Non Waivable Excess (NWE). If you purchase Super CDW VIP, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage —up to a maximum amount of 75% of the Minimum Non Waivable Excess (NWE). Super CDW, and Super CDW VIP are not insurance, are optional, and may duplicate coverage under your own insurance policy or credit card. CDW, Super CDW, and Super CDW VIP do not apply to Optional Equipment we rent to you for use in the Motorcycle.CDW, Super CDW, Super CDW VIP also do not cover lost keys.  Your CDW, Super CDW, or Super CDW VIP will be invalidated, and we will not waive our right to hold you financially responsible for loss or damage to the Motorcycle  (i) that results from a Prohibited Use (defined in Paragraph 10 below) or (ii) if the loss or damage has been caused intentionally or by gross negligence of the Renter, by gross negligence of any authorised driver or by any unauthrorised driver.

In case of accident, loss, damage or theft, the police and the Rental Company must be informed within 24 hours. The Renter must fill the damage report together with the documentation of the motorcycle, and also undertakes to fill and sign at the closest station of the Rental Company the accident, loss, damage or theft report, otherwise the insurance is deemed as null and void. The Renter must cooperate with the Rental Company, the police and insurance company in any subsequent investigation or judicial proceedings, and inform immediately on any letters, summons and notices regarding the accident and provide full cooperation to the Rental Company and the insurance company during the investigation and defence of any claim or court case.

The Rental Company is under no obligation to provide a replacing motorcycle to the Renter, if the rented motorcycle is subject to accident or lost, damaged or stolen.

 

  1. CONDITIONS OF USE AND PROHIBITED USES
  1. Conditions of Use.  During the Rental Period:
    1. You must park the Motorcycle safely.  For example, when the Motorcycle is not in use, you must lock and block the steering wheel and keep all Motorcycle documents with you.
    2. You agree to use only fuel that meets the manufacturer’s specifications and regularly monitor oil and water levels, tire pressure, and any other basic systems of the Motorcycle.
    3. Only the person or persons identified and accepted as Authorized Drivers by the Rental Company are permitted to drive the Motorcycle. 
    4. You agree to comply with all laws applicable to your use of the Motorcycle, including those regulating helmets, protective eye and body gear, lane splitting, and other rules of the road.  You are responsible for knowing and understanding the laws of each jurisdiction in which you operate the Motorcycle.
  1. Prohibited Use.  The following uses of the Motorcycle or actions that you or another driver take (or fail to take) are considered “Prohibited Uses” of the Motorcycle.  Prohibited Uses are material breaches of this Agreement and include the following: 
  1. Use of the Motorcycle to:
  2. Transport of passengers or cargo for hire;
  3. Push or tow another motorcycle or any other object;
  4. Transport cargo for any unlawful purpose;
  5. Transport more than the maximum number of passengers specified by the manufacturer or applicable law, or to transport passengers who are riding in any position other on a seat designed for passenger use;
  6. Transport cargo in excess of the weight/quantity/volume specified by the manufacturer;
  7. Transport hazardous or dangerous materials;
  8. In furtherance of any illegal purpose or under any circumstance that would constitute a felony or other violation of law (other than a minor traffic violation);
  9. On unpaved roads;
  10. For Sports Events or Track Days
  11. To transport an animal (other than a service animal);
  12. When it is reasonable to know that further operation would damage the Motorcycle; and
  13. In connection with a willful, wanton, or reckless act.
  14. Drive the Motorcycle outside of European Union without previous authorization of the Rental Company;
  15. For subleases or sub-rentals or to dispose of, mortgage, exercise a lien, sell or pledge as security the Motorcycle, equipment, tools and/or accessories and any part thereof, or use with the Motorcycle in such a manner that causes damage to us.
  16. To transfer the Motorcycle to any island without our prior written approval;
  17. To transfer the Motorcycle into any ferry. Should the customer use a ferry & there be an accident of any kind, you will be held responsible for all costs to repair and/or repatriate the Motorcycle. Even if you purchase Additional Coverage & choose to travel on a ferry, the coverage will be null & void.
  18. By any person:
  19. Who is not an Authorized Driver;
  20. Who does not have a valid license for operation of a motorcycle with the same rating as the Motorcycle;
  21. Whose driver’s license is suspended;
  22. Who is under the influence of prescription, non-prescription drugs or alcohol;
  23. Who obtained the Motorcycle or extended the Rental Period by giving us false, fraudulent, or misleading information; and
  24. Who is operating the Motorcycle while using a hand-held wireless communications device or other device that is capable of receiving or transmitting telephonic communications, electronic data, mail or text messages while not in hands-free mode.

 

  1. INDEMNIFICATION; HANDLING CLAIMS
  1. Indemnification.  To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify us, defend us and hold us harmless from all claims, demands, actions, liability, costs and attorney fees we incur (collectively “Claims”) resulting from, or arising out of, this rental and your use of the Motorcycle, or our repossession of it, including Claims resulting from or arising out of the carrying of any passengers on the Motorcycle.
  1. Handling Claims.  You must: (i) report all damage to us and all accidents or incidents to us and the police as soon as you discover them (but no later than 24 hours after the incident) and complete our incident report form, which is included with  the Motorcycle documents; (ii) provide us with a legible copy of any service of process, pleading, or notice of any kind related to an accident or other incident involving the Motorcycle; and (iii) cooperate with us, the police, and our insurance company in any subsequent investigation or legal proceedings. Coverage under the Policy may be void if you give the Motorcycle to an unauthorized driver or otherwise materially breach this Agreement; or if you fail to cooperate in a loss investigation or to file a timely and accurate incident report.  We are under no obligation to provide a replacement motorcycle to you if the rented Motorcycle is lost, damaged or stolen.

 

  1. TOLLS AND VIOLATIONS

You are liable for paying charging authorities directly all tolls (“Tolls”) and parking citations, photo enforcement fees, fines for toll evasion, and other fines, fees, and penalties (each a “Violation”) assessed against you, us or the Motorcycle during this rental. If we are notified by charging authorities that we may be responsible for payment of a Violation, you agree that we may, in our sole discretion, transfer liability for any Toll or Violation assessed against the Motorcycle during the Rental Period to you personally.  If liability is transferred to you, we will charge you an administrative fee of up to €50 per Toll or Violation.  You authorize us to release your rental and billing information, including payment card information, to the charging authorities for processing/billing purposes.  Note: Certain toll roads do not accept cash.  To avoid toll violations and associated fines, fees, and taxes (and our processing fees), you must pay all tolls with a personal transponder that is accepted on the road; use only cash lanes and pay cash; plan a route to avoid tolls; or consult local authorities for other payment methods.

 

  1. PERSONAL BELONGINGS

We are not responsible for loss of or damage to personal property that was left with us or carried in or on the Motorcycle. If you fail to claim property left in the Motorcycle for more than 30 days, we may dispose of that property in a manner we choose.  To the extent permitted by law, You waive all claims against us, our agents and employees for loss of or damage to the personal property of you or another person, which we received, handled, or stored, or which was left or carried in or on the Motorcycle or in any service vehicle or in our offices, whether or not the loss of damage was caused by our negligence or was otherwise our responsibility.  The Motorcycle may be equipped with an infotainment system that permits you to pair your own mobile devices. If you choose to do so, please note that the Motorcycle may automatically load your address book, store your incoming, outgoing and missed telephone calls, and other information from your device.  You should follow the steps displayed on the motorcycle’s system screen to delete this information and the device from the Motorcycle’s memory.  We are not responsible for assuring the privacy of any such information, and cannot guarantee that other persons you do not authorize will gain access to this information after you return the Motorcycle

 

  1. DISPUTE RESOLUTION; ARBITRATION

This agreement is subject to Portuguese law. In case of dispute, the consumer may resort to an Entity of Consumer’s Alternative Dispute Resolution, or to a court. The establishing parties deem that the Courts of Lisbon shall have jurisdiction, with express waiver to any other.

 

  1. TELEMATICS NOTICE

The Motorcycle may be equipped with global positioning satellite (GPS) technology or another telematics system, and/or an event data recorder (EDR). You acknowledge and authorize as per as point 16. PERSONAL INFORMATION and based on your personal consent that the use of this Motorcycle may be remotely monitored by us or on behalf of us through such systems to the extent permitted by law. This remote monitoring may include collection of Motorcycle data, such as: location, odometer, oil life, fuel level, tire pressure, battery state of charge, diagnostic trouble codes, and other elements we may deem necessary.  To the extent permitted by law, we may disable the Motorcycle when we deem necessary, including if you breach this Agreement  These systems may use cellular communications, and you should have no expectation of privacy related to your use of this Motorcycle.  You agree to inform all drivers and passengers of the Motorcycle of the terms of this section, and that you have authorized release of information collected by GPS or other telematics system or EDR.  We are not responsible for the operability of any telematics navigational or other system included with the Motorcycle.  To the extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify, defend and hold us harmless from any damage to persons or property caused by failure of the GPS or other telematics system or EDR to operate properly, or otherwise arising from the use of the GPS or other telematics system or EDR.

 

  1. PERSONAL INFORMATION
  1. Upon signing the Contract, the Renter must provide their personal data and the ones of the other driver(s) of the vehicle, for the purposes of identification, expressly authorising the Rental Company to process the data electronically.
  2. According to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (GDPR), the Rental Company informs that:                                                       
    1. The entity responsible for processing the personal data provided in the contract is HR Ride Portugal, SA, head office in Avenida Severiano Falcão 7-7A, 2689-522 Prior Velho;
    2. The main purpose of personal data processing is the conclusion and performance of this contract, pursuant to Article 6 (1) (b) from the GDPR;                                                
    3. Personal data may be transmitted to a third party in order to comply with any legal obligations to which the Rental Company is subject, pursuant to Article 6 (1) (c) from the GDPR, namely judicial ----authorities, criminal police, tax and customs authority and regulatory entities;
    4. Personal data may be processed for other purposes, to which the Renter must give the Rental ----Company express consent;                                                                                              
    5. The Rental Company shall retain processed personal data for the amount of time necessary to the ----provision of services, invoicing and to comply with legal obligations.
  3. The data subject has the right to, at any moment, access their personal data, as well as, within the contract and GDPR terms, to rectify them and object their processing, to decide in regard of automated processing, to withdraw consent, request erasure of personal data and exercise the rights provided in applicable law (except when the data is necessary for the performance of the contract and therefore, mandatory to provide, as well as for the compliance of legal obligations the Rental Company is subject).
  4. If the Renter withdraw his/her consent, it does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out until that moment.
  5. The data subject has the right to be notified, in accordance with the GDPR, in the event of a personal data breach which may result in a risk to their rights and freedoms and may submit a claim to the competent authority(ies).
  6. Personal data may be transmitted to third parties which provide services to the Rental Company, whenever these services require the transfer of information contained in the rental contracts.
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HR Comercio de Automóveis e Motociclo, S.L., head office at Calle de Berna, n.º 2, Oficina 1 (Av. Europa – Edifico Bulevar) Toledo, registered under the CIF B-14349567 (hereinafter referred to as Rental Company) rents the identified vehicle (motorcycle) through this rental agreement, under its specific terms and conditions and under the following terms and conditions.

This document includes all terms and conditions of the rental agreement executed by the Rental Company and the Renter, and the latter should read it carefully. If the Renter does not understand any of the provisions contained by this document, he/she should request the concerning clarification to the assisting representative of the Rental Company.  

 

  1. DEFINITIONS
    1. Additional Mandatory Charges” means separately stated charges that we require you to pay to hire or lease the Motorcycle for the period of time to which the rental rate applies, and which are imposed by a governmental entity and specifically related to the operation of a rental vehicle business.  Additional Mandatory Charges include a customer facility charge, airport concession fee, tourism commission assessment, or other government imposed taxes or fees.
    2. Agreement” means all terms and conditions in these Terms & Conditions, the “Rental Agreement,” the “Vehicle Condition Report,” the invoice, the Assumption of Risks and Release (“Release”), and any other addenda that we provide at the time of rental (and that you sign). 
    3. Authorized Driver” means a driver authorized to use the Motorcycle.  Except as may be specifically authorized by applicable law, only the renter and an additional driver listed by us on your Face Page at the time of rental are authorized to drive the Motorcycle.  Each Authorized Driver must: (i) have a valid driver’s license in the country of my permanent residence that qualifies that person to operate a motorcycle with the same rating as the Motorcycle; (ii) be at least age 21; and (iii) have at least three year of experience riding motorcycles with the same rating as the Motorcycle. These conditions may change according with the motorcycle identified.
    4. Charges” means the fees and charges that are incurred under this Agreement.  All amounts expressed under this Agreement shall be payable in Euro. 
    5. CDW" means Collision Damage Waiver. 
    6. Diminished Value” means the difference between the fair market value of the Motorcycle before damage or loss and its value after repairs as calculated by a third-party estimate obtained by us or on our behalf. 
    7. Loss of Use” means the loss of our ability to use a Motorcycle for our purposes because of Motorcycle damage or loss during a Rental Period, including use for rent, display for rent and/or sale, opportunity to upgrade or sell, or transportation of employees.
    8. Motorcycle” or “Vehicle” means the motorcycle identified on the Rental Agreement and any vehicle we substitute for it, and all of its tires, tools, accessories, equipment, appliances, keys, and vehicle documents.
    9. Rental Period” means the period between the time you take possession of the Motorcycle until the Motorcycle is either returned to or recovered by us and checked in by us.
    10. Rental Portfolio” means a document available for your inspection at the rental location, which provides detailed information on the motorcycles available for rent and also includes an updated price list of daily rental rates and other fees (the “Price List”).  The Price List is subject to change.
    11. “Vehicle License Fee” or “Vehicle License Cost Recovery Fee” means a vehicle license cost recovery fee based on our estimated average per day per vehicle portion of our total annual vehicle licensing, titling, and registration costs or as otherwise defined under applicable law. 
    12. You” or “your” means the individual identified as the “Renter” and any Authorized Driver
    13. We”, “our” or “us” means HR Comercio de Automóveis e Motociclo, S.L.  The Hertz Company has authorized us to use the name “Hertz Ride.”

 

  1. BOOKING CONDITIONS
  1. Driving License: Both the renter and any additional drivers must provide a valid, unexpired driver’s license for the class of motorcycle rented (including any necessary endorsements) in their name.  If your driver’s license is not issued in Europe, then you must also bring an international driving permit. Drivers need to be at least age 21 and have at least three year of experience riding motorcycles with the same rating as the Motorcycle. These conditions may change according with the motorcycle identified.
  2. Identification: A passport or personal ID card is required
  3. Credit Card: The renter must have a credit card (VISA or MASTERCARD) in his or her own name when picking up the motorcycle (American Express, Dinners, prepaid credit card, charge card or cash cards will not be accepted).  At the time of rental, we will request an authorization (hold) on your credit card for the excess of the estimated rental charges plus Non-Waivable Excess (NWE) deposit/ guarantee.  The card must have enough available funds to cover the hold for the duration of the rental). We will also charge all additional charges, local fees, optional equipment that you rent or anything else that you purchase at the rental counter to the credit card at the time of rental.
  4. Reservation confirmation: The renter must present this Reservation Confirmation when picking up the motorcycle. Refer to the Terms and Conditions for more information.
  5. Roadside Assistance: You have available road assistant 24h in the original country. Please ask at desk for details.
  6. Payment Information: The booking of the motorcycle requires the payment by the Renter of monetary amount as a reserve deposit corresponding to 20% of the rental. The Rental Company reserves the right to make the availability of the motorcycle conditional to the effective demonstration by the Renter of the payment of the reservation deposit. The rental must be made within a maximum of 12 months from the date of reservation. Please note that ´Total Amount to pay on pick up’ will be charged in local currency. Any other currency displayed is for information purposes only.
  7. Extensions, Amendments, Cancellations and No-Shows: If you wish to extend or modify your rental after the pick-up date and time specified on this Reservation Confirmation, you must contact Hertz Ride directly at hertzride@hertzride.com whether you have actually picked up the motorcycle or not. Extension or modification of your rental before the rental starts (i.e., before the pick-up date and time specified on this Reservation Confirmation) may only be arranged by sending Hertz Ride an e-mail at (hertzride@hertzride.com).  Please note that modifying your reservation may result in a change in your rental rate or additional or higher charges based on changes to the length of the rental or to the motorcycle type rented. If your scheduled pick-up time is less than 48 hours away and you wish to modify your booking, please call us at (+351 210 413 334). If the rental price changes due to modifications (e.g., pick-up or drop-off location, motorcycle group or length of rental), you will be charged at the current published price, which may be different or higher from the initial price booked. In addition, if the original reservation was subject to a promotional or discounted fee, you may no longer qualify for that fee, and the modified reservation may be at a substantially higher rate. You will not receive a credit or refund if you return the rented motorcycle earlier than the scheduled due-in date and time.
    1. Modifications: Modifications to reservations can only be made by email to our Contact Center through hertzride@hertzride.com. The estimated total charges will be recalculated based on the availability and prices at the time the modification is made. The total charges may be greater or lesser than the price originally booked. This policy applies to changes made to: Drop off location, pick up date and time, Drop off time and date, Motorcycle group, All other additional products
    2. Cancelations: If you wish to cancel your reservation, you must inform Hertz Ride in writing to hertzride@hertzride.com before your rental is due to start - cancellation fees may apply. The payment made at the time of reservation is refundable only if the reservation is canceled at least 30 days before the scheduled pick-up date.
    3. No Shows: Hertz Ride reserves the right to refuse the motorcycle to any user who fails to arrive on time (including  a 30-minute “grace period”), fails to provide all the necessary documentation and/or information, fails to provide a credit card with enough available funds for the deposit; or if the driver show signs of being under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other substance affecting his perception or reactions or otherwise appears unfit to operate the motorcycle. In such cases, unless the rental has been cancelled in advance, the renter will be considered a “no show” and will not be entitled to a refund. The prices are based on the pick-up and drop-off times and dates that the user arranges before the rental starts. If the user picks the motorcycle up any later or brings the motorcycle back any earlier, the user will not receive a refund for the unused hours or days.
  8. Extras: All extras extra, optional equipment and services, including GPS, Helmets, Communications system, and low seats, are subject to local availability and availability cannot be guaranteed.  (Ex: GPS, Helmets, Intercommunication System and Low seats).All extra optional equipment is provided “As-Is,” and you are responsible for ensuring that you understand how to use and/or install any of the optional equipment.
  9. Optional Special Damage Coverage: At the counter, costumer can opt to add additional coverage regarding damage responsibility. Please ask our Customer Sale Representative at the location about conditions to add these coverages
    1. SCDW – Medium coverage: If you purchase Super CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage—up to a maximum amount of 50% of the fair market value of the Motorcycle prior to the damage. Price varies between 19€ and 25€ per day, with a minimum of 5 days per rental.
    2. VIP SCDW – Top Coverage: If you purchase Super CDW VIP, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage —up to a maximum amount of 75% of the fair market value of the Motorcycle prior to the damage. Price varies between 35€ and 39€ per day, with a minimum of 5 days per rental.

 

  1. NATURE OF THE AGREEMENT

You understand that we are not an affiliate, agent or franchisee of The Hertz Corporation (or any of its affiliates) (collectively “Hertz”).We are an independently owned and operated company with a limited license from Hertz to use the name, “Hertz Ride” in connection with a motorcycle rental business in Europe. You further understand and agree that Hertz is not a party to this Agreement and has no obligations to you.You further agree that you will not make any demands or pursue any claims against Hertz.

 

  1. CONDITION OF THE MOTORCYCLE – DELIVERY AND RETURN

The Renter acknowledges receiving the Motorcycle in good working and clean condition, including both tires, and agrees to return it to us in the same condition (with its keys, equipment, tools and/or accessories) at the location and on the date specified in the Rental Agreement.   

You are prohibited from modifying any technical features of the Motorcycle or its keys, equipment, tires, tools and/or accessories or from making any aesthetic change to the Motorcycle.  If you breach this provision, you will be responsible for all costs that we incur to restore the Motorcycle to its original status plus, to the extent permitted by law, consequential and incidental damages due to our inability to use the Motorcycle while it is being repaired.  

To the extent permitted by law: (a) we may repossess the Motorcycle at your expense without notice to you if it is abandoned or used in violation of law or this Agreement; and (b) if the Motorcycle is not returned 48 hours after the date and hour return time as stipulated in the Rental Agreement, it will be considered embezzled or converted and may be reported to the police as stolen.  Failure to return the Motorcycle may constitute a crime punishable to the fullest extent provided under applicable law.

 

  1. RENTAL PERIOD

The minimum Rental Period is one day.A “day” is a 24-hour day beginning on the date and time noted on the Rental Agreement. If you return the Motorcycle more than 29 minutes after the scheduled return time, we reserve the right to charge you for an additional rental day at the applicable daily rate as shown on the Price List.If you wish to extend the scheduled Rental Period, you must request our express written authorization and pay for the estimated additional charges before the scheduled return time.Under no circumstances may the deposit be used as form of payment in case of extension of the rental agreement. If you fail to return the Motorcycle when due and continue to use it without our express authorization, we may terminate this Agreement, and you will have sole responsibility for the payment of any fines or penalties assessed against you, the Motorcycle or us due to the lack of updated documentation.

 

  1. RENTAL RATE AND DEPOSIT 

The daily rental rate, as well as the deposit amount, are determined by the Price List in effect when you sign this Agreement. The standard payment method is credit card.  Payment by cash or debit card requires our prior authorization and may be subject to additional conditions. If we authorize payment in cash, we reserve the right to request one or more credit cards of the Renter as guarantee.  You permit us to reserve against your payment card (or, if we choose, take a cash deposit) at the time of rental a reasonable amount in addition to the estimated total charges. We may use the reserve or deposit to pay all Charges. We will authorize the release of an excess reserve (or return of a cash deposit) at completion of your rental if no additional Charges are payable. Your payment card issuer’s rules will apply to crediting your account for any excess, which may not be immediately released by your card issuer.

 

  1. CHARGES

All Charges are based on our current Price List, which is available for your review at the rental counter.  All Charges are payable in Euro.  You will pay us at or before conclusion of rental, or on demand, all Charges, including:

  1. Daily Rental Rate for the Rental Period, including an additional mileage fee if you exceed the daily mileage allowance indicated on the Rental Agreement Face Page;
  2. A mileage charge based on our experience if the odometer is tampered with or disconnected;
  3. Fees for optional products, equipment, and services you purchased;
  4. Fuel and a refueling fee if you return the Motorcycle with less fuel than when rented;
  5. Additional Mandatory Charges;
  6. Expenses we incur locating and recovering the Motorcycle if you fail to return it or if we repossess it under the terms of this Agreement;
  7. All costs we incur enforcing or defending our rights under this Agreement;
  8. A reasonable cleaning fee as noted on the Price List to clean the Motorcycle if returned substantially less clean than when rented;
  9. A lost key fee if you lose the keys to the Motorcycle;
  10. A surcharge if you return the Motorcycle to a location other than the location where you rented the Motorcycle (“Drop Fee”) or if you do not return it on the date and time due as further described in Paragraph 2 above (“Late Fee”);
  11. Towing, storage charges, forfeitures, court costs, penalties and all other costs we incur from your use of the Motorcycle;
  12. Replacement cost of lost or damaged parts and supplies used in the Motorcycle accessories or optional equipment, such as helmets, intercom systems, lowered seats, or navigation systems; and
  13. The cost of obtaining replacement documents plus a reasonable administrative fee if you lose or damage any of the Motorcycle documents, including the vehicle registration.

There is no refund for late pick-up or early return.  If you use a credit card or other payment card issued by a bank or financial institution any currency conversion will be handled by the issuing bank.  All Charges are subject to our final audit.  If errors are discovered after the close of this transaction, you authorize us to correct the Charges with the payment card issuer. You must notify us of any disputes to the Charges no later than 30 days after your receipt of the invoice.

 

  1. NO WARRANTIES; NO LIABILITY

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW: (A) YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT WE AND THE MANUFACTURER OF THE MOTORCYCLES AND ITS AFFILIATES (THE ‘MANUFACTURERS”) HAVE NOT MADE, DO NOT MAKE, AND DISCLAIM ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE MOTORCYCLE, INCLUDING, ITS DESIGN, CAPACITY, CONDITION, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR USE OR FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE; AND (B) AGREE THAT NEITHER US NOR THE MANUFACTURERS WILL BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR OTHER DAMAGES OR EXPENSES OF ANY KIND CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY, OR ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH, THE MOTORCYCLE, ITS USE, OPERATION OR FAILURE TO BE MAINTAINED, OR BY ANY INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE MOTORCYCLE.

 

  1. RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE OR LOSS OF THE MOTORCYCLE

You must report all accidents or incidents of theft or vandalism to us and the police as soon as you discover them. 

You are responsible for all damage to or loss or theft of the Motorcycle during the Rental Period, regardless of fault, resulting from any cause, including damage of loss caused by collision, weather, vandalism, theft, road conditions and acts of nature.  Your responsibility will include: (a) all physical damage to the Motorcycle measured as follows: (i) if we determine that the Motorcycle is a total loss, the fair market value of the Motorcycle, less salvage; (ii) if we determine that the Motorcycle is repairable: (A) the difference between the value of the Motorcycle immediately before the damage and the value immediately after the damage; or (B) the reasonable estimated retail value or actual cost of repair plus Diminished Value; (b) Loss of Use, measured by multiplying your daily rental rate either by the actual or estimated number of days from the date the Motorcycle is damaged until it is replaced or repaired, which you agree represents a reasonable estimate of Loss of Use damages and not a penalty.  Loss of Use shall be payable regardless of fleet utilization; (c) a reasonable administrative fee, calculated based on the damage repair estimate as follows, which you agree is reasonable: €0-€250 damage=€50 fee; €251-€500 damage=€75 fee; €501-€750 damage=€100 fee; €751-€1500 damage=€150 fee; €1501-€2500 damage =€200 fee; over €2500 damage=€250 fee;; (d) towing, storage, and impound charges and other reasonable incidental and consequential damages; and (e) all costs associated with our enforcement of this Agreement.  You are responsible for loss or damage to the Motorcycle resulting from theft or vandalism related to the theft; you file an official report of the theft with the police within 24 hours of learning of the theft and you cooperate with us and the police in providing information regarding the theft; You are responsible for replacing missing equipment and Motorcycle documents and keys. You must report all Motorcycle accidents or incidents of theft and vandalism to us and the police upon discovery.   

 

  1. RENTER'S RESPONSIBILITY
    1. ? In the event of any loss or damage to, theft or robbery of the Motorcycle or parts thereof while on rental, Renter shall pay Rental Company on demand the amount of all costs and losses including, without limitation, repair costs, depreciation, loss of renting revenues, towing and vehicle collection expenses, the amount established in our current tariff as the maximum non-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);
    2. The Renter limits his or her responsibility under the terms set out below provided that he or she complies with the terms hereof and that the loss or damage has not been caused intentionally or by gross negligence of the Renter, by gross negligence of any authorised driver or by any unauthorised driver;
      1. Responsibility for any loss or damage caused to the Motorcycle (excluding theft and robbery) is limited to the total value of the maximum non-waivable excess established in Rental Company current price list. Should the Renter accept the Collision Damage Waiver (hereinafter CDW) by initialling the space provided for this purpose on the first page hereof and paying the daily fee specified for this purpose, he shall be solely held responsible for the stated in the agreement as the minimum non-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);
      2.  Responsibility for loss of, or damages to, the vehicle deriving from theft or robbery thereof is limited to the total value of the maximum non-waivable excess established in Rental Company current tariff. Should the Renter agree to subscribe the Theft Protection Waiver (hereinafter TP) by initialing the space provided for this purpose on the first page hereof and paying the daily fee specified for this purpose, he shall be solely held responsible for the amount established in Rental Company current price list as the minimum no-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);

 

  1. ADITIONAL COVERAGE (DAMAGE RESPONSIBILITY)

By the purchase of CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage to the Motorcycle. We also offer “Super CDW”- medium coverage and “Super CDW VIP”- top coverage to the Motorcycle. If you purchase Super CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage—up to a maximum amount of 50% of the Minimum Non Waivable Excess (NWE). If you purchase Super CDW VIP, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage —up to a maximum amount of 75% of the Minimum Non Waivable Excess (NWE). Super CDW, and Super CDW VIP are not insurance, are optional, and may duplicate coverage under your own insurance policy or credit card. CDW, Super CDW, and Super CDW VIP do not apply to Optional Equipment we rent to you for use in the Motorcycle.CDW, Super CDW, Super CDW VIP also do not cover lost keys.  Your CDW, Super CDW, or Super CDW VIP will be invalidated, and we will not waive our right to hold you financially responsible for loss or damage to the Motorcycle  (i) that results from a Prohibited Use (defined in Paragraph 10 below) or (ii) if the loss or damage has been caused intentionally or by gross negligence of the Renter, by gross negligence of any authorised driver or by any unauthrorised driver.

In case of accident, loss, damage or theft, the police and the Rental Company must be informed within 24 hours. The Renter must fill the damage report together with the documentation of the motorcycle, and also undertakes to fill and sign at the closest station of the Rental Company the accident, loss, damage or theft report, otherwise the insurance is deemed as null and void. The Renter must cooperate with the Rental Company, the police and insurance company in any subsequent investigation or judicial proceedings, and inform immediately on any letters, summons and notices regarding the accident and provide full cooperation to the Rental Company and the insurance company during the investigation and defence of any claim or court case.

The Rental Company is under no obligation to provide a replacing motorcycle to the Renter, if the rented motorcycle is subject to accident or lost, damaged or stolen.

 

  1. CONDITIONS OF USE AND PROHIBITED USES
  1. Conditions of Use.  During the Rental Period:
    1. You must park the Motorcycle safely.  For example, when the Motorcycle is not in use, you must lock and block the steering wheel and keep all Motorcycle documents with you.
    2. You agree to use only fuel that meets the manufacturer’s specifications and regularly monitor oil and water levels, tire pressure, and any other basic systems of the Motorcycle.
    3. Only the person or persons identified and accepted as Authorized Drivers by the Rental Company are permitted to drive the Motorcycle. 
    4. You agree to comply with all laws applicable to your use of the Motorcycle, including those regulating helmets, protective eye and body gear, lane splitting, and other rules of the road.  You are responsible for knowing and understanding the laws of each jurisdiction in which you operate the Motorcycle.
  1. Prohibited Use.  The following uses of the Motorcycle or actions that you or another driver take (or fail to take) are considered “Prohibited Uses” of the Motorcycle.  Prohibited Uses are material breaches of this Agreement and include the following: 
  1. Use of the Motorcycle to:
  2. Transport of passengers or cargo for hire;
  3. Push or tow another motorcycle or any other object;
  4. Transport cargo for any unlawful purpose;
  5. Transport more than the maximum number of passengers specified by the manufacturer or applicable law, or to transport passengers who are riding in any position other on a seat designed for passenger use;
  6. Transport cargo in excess of the weight/quantity/volume specified by the manufacturer;
  7. Transport hazardous or dangerous materials;
  8. In furtherance of any illegal purpose or under any circumstance that would constitute a felony or other violation of law (other than a minor traffic violation);
  9. On unpaved roads;
  10. For Sports Events or Track Days
  11. To transport an animal (other than a service animal);
  12. When it is reasonable to know that further operation would damage the Motorcycle; and
  13. In connection with a willful, wanton, or reckless act.
  14. Drive the Motorcycle outside of European Union without previous authorization of the Rental Company;
  15. For subleases or sub-rentals or to dispose of, mortgage, exercise a lien, sell or pledge as security the Motorcycle, equipment, tools and/or accessories and any part thereof, or use with the Motorcycle in such a manner that causes damage to us.
  16. To transfer the Motorcycle to any island without our prior written approval;
  17. To transfer the Motorcycle into any ferry. Should the customer use a ferry & there be an accident of any kind, you will be held responsible for all costs to repair and/or repatriate the Motorcycle. Even if you purchase Additional Coverage & choose to travel on a ferry, the coverage will be null & void.
  18. By any person:
  19. Who is not an Authorized Driver;
  20. Who does not have a valid license for operation of a motorcycle with the same rating as the Motorcycle;
  21. Whose driver’s license is suspended;
  22. Who is under the influence of prescription, non-prescription drugs or alcohol;
  23. Who obtained the Motorcycle or extended the Rental Period by giving us false, fraudulent, or misleading information; and
  24. Who is operating the Motorcycle while using a hand-held wireless communications device or other device that is capable of receiving or transmitting telephonic communications, electronic data, mail or text messages while not in hands-free mode.

 

  1. INDEMNIFICATION; HANDLING CLAIMS
  1. Indemnification.  To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify us, defend us and hold us harmless from all claims, demands, actions, liability, costs and attorney fees we incur (collectively “Claims”) resulting from, or arising out of, this rental and your use of the Motorcycle, or our repossession of it, including Claims resulting from or arising out of the carrying of any passengers on the Motorcycle.
  1. Handling Claims.  You must: (i) report all damage to us and all accidents or incidents to us and the police as soon as you discover them (but no later than 24 hours after the incident) and complete our incident report form, which is included with  the Motorcycle documents; (ii) provide us with a legible copy of any service of process, pleading, or notice of any kind related to an accident or other incident involving the Motorcycle; and (iii) cooperate with us, the police, and our insurance company in any subsequent investigation or legal proceedings. Coverage under the Policy may be void if you give the Motorcycle to an unauthorized driver or otherwise materially breach this Agreement; or if you fail to cooperate in a loss investigation or to file a timely and accurate incident report.  We are under no obligation to provide a replacement motorcycle to you if the rented Motorcycle is lost, damaged or stolen.

 

  1. TOLLS AND VIOLATIONS

You are liable for paying charging authorities directly all tolls (“Tolls”) and parking citations, photo enforcement fees, fines for toll evasion, and other fines, fees, and penalties (each a “Violation”) assessed against you, us or the Motorcycle during this rental. If we are notified by charging authorities that we may be responsible for payment of a Violation, you agree that we may, in our sole discretion, transfer liability for any Toll or Violation assessed against the Motorcycle during the Rental Period to you personally.  If liability is transferred to you, we will charge you an administrative fee of up to €50 per Toll or Violation.  You authorize us to release your rental and billing information, including payment card information, to the charging authorities for processing/billing purposes.  Note: Certain toll roads do not accept cash.  To avoid toll violations and associated fines, fees, and taxes (and our processing fees), you must pay all tolls with a personal transponder that is accepted on the road; use only cash lanes and pay cash; plan a route to avoid tolls; or consult local authorities for other payment methods.

 

  1. PERSONAL BELONGINGS

We are not responsible for loss of or damage to personal property that was left with us or carried in or on the Motorcycle. If you fail to claim property left in the Motorcycle for more than 30 days, we may dispose of that property in a manner we choose.  To the extent permitted by law, You waive all claims against us, our agents and employees for loss of or damage to the personal property of you or another person, which we received, handled, or stored, or which was left or carried in or on the Motorcycle or in any service vehicle or in our offices, whether or not the loss of damage was caused by our negligence or was otherwise our responsibility.  The Motorcycle may be equipped with an infotainment system that permits you to pair your own mobile devices. If you choose to do so, please note that the Motorcycle may automatically load your address book, store your incoming, outgoing and missed telephone calls, and other information from your device.  You should follow the steps displayed on the motorcycle’s system screen to delete this information and the device from the Motorcycle’s memory.  We are not responsible for assuring the privacy of any such information, and cannot guarantee that other persons you do not authorize will gain access to this information after you return the Motorcycle

 

  1. DISPUTE RESOLUTION; ARBITRATION

This agreement is subject to Portuguese law. In case of dispute, the consumer may resort to an Entity of Consumer’s Alternative Dispute Resolution, or to a court. The establishing parties deem that the Courts of Lisbon shall have jurisdiction, with express waiver to any other.

 

  1. TELEMATICS NOTICE

The Motorcycle may be equipped with global positioning satellite (GPS) technology or another telematics system, and/or an event data recorder (EDR). You acknowledge and authorize as per as point 16. PERSONAL INFORMATION and based on your personal consent that the use of this Motorcycle may be remotely monitored by us or on behalf of us through such systems to the extent permitted by law. This remote monitoring may include collection of Motorcycle data, such as: location, odometer, oil life, fuel level, tire pressure, battery state of charge, diagnostic trouble codes, and other elements we may deem necessary.  To the extent permitted by law, we may disable the Motorcycle when we deem necessary, including if you breach this Agreement  These systems may use cellular communications, and you should have no expectation of privacy related to your use of this Motorcycle.  You agree to inform all drivers and passengers of the Motorcycle of the terms of this section, and that you have authorized release of information collected by GPS or other telematics system or EDR.  We are not responsible for the operability of any telematics navigational or other system included with the Motorcycle.  To the extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify, defend and hold us harmless from any damage to persons or property caused by failure of the GPS or other telematics system or EDR to operate properly, or otherwise arising from the use of the GPS or other telematics system or EDR.

 

  1. PERSONAL INFORMATION
  1. Upon signing the Contract, the Renter must provide their personal data and the ones of the other driver(s) of the vehicle, for the purposes of identification, expressly authorising the Rental Company to process the data electronically.
  2. According to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (GDPR), the Rental Company informs that:                                                       
    1. The entity responsible for processing the personal data provided in the contract is HR Ride Portugal, SA, head office in Avenida Severiano Falcão 7-7A, 2689-522 Prior Velho;
    2. The main purpose of personal data processing is the conclusion and performance of this contract, pursuant to Article 6 (1) (b) from the GDPR;                                                
    3. Personal data may be transmitted to a third party in order to comply with any legal obligations to which the Rental Company is subject, pursuant to Article 6 (1) (c) from the GDPR, namely judicial ----authorities, criminal police, tax and customs authority and regulatory entities;
    4. Personal data may be processed for other purposes, to which the Renter must give the Rental ----Company express consent;                                                                                              
    5. The Rental Company shall retain processed personal data for the amount of time necessary to the ----provision of services, invoicing and to comply with legal obligations.
  3. The data subject has the right to, at any moment, access their personal data, as well as, within the contract and GDPR terms, to rectify them and object their processing, to decide in regard of automated processing, to withdraw consent, request erasure of personal data and exercise the rights provided in applicable law (except when the data is necessary for the performance of the contract and therefore, mandatory to provide, as well as for the compliance of legal obligations the Rental Company is subject).
  4. If the Renter withdraw his/her consent, it does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out until that moment.
  5. The data subject has the right to be notified, in accordance with the GDPR, in the event of a personal data breach which may result in a risk to their rights and freedoms and may submit a claim to the competent authority(ies).
  6. Personal data may be transmitted to third parties which provide services to the Rental Company, whenever these services require the transfer of information contained in the rental contracts.
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France

HR France – Location des Véhicules et Mobilité, SARL., head office at 119 Avenue Simone Veil, 06200 Nice, France, registered in RCS Nice under the number 820 227 999 (hereinafter referred to as Rental Company) rents the identified vehicle (motorcycle) through this rental agreement, under its specific terms and conditions and under the following terms and conditions.

This document includes all terms and conditions of the rental agreement executed by the Rental Company and the Renter, and the latter should read it carefully. If the Renter does not understand any of the provisions contained by this document, he/she should request the concerning clarification to the assisting representative of the Rental Company.  

 

  1. DEFINITIONS
    1. Additional Mandatory Charges” means separately stated charges that we require you to pay to hire or lease the Motorcycle for the period of time to which the rental rate applies, and which are imposed by a governmental entity and specifically related to the operation of a rental vehicle business.  Additional Mandatory Charges include a customer facility charge, airport concession fee, tourism commission assessment, or other government imposed taxes or fees.
    2. Agreement” means all terms and conditions in these Terms & Conditions, the “Rental Agreement,” the “Vehicle Condition Report,” the invoice, the Assumption of Risks and Release (“Release”), and any other addenda that we provide at the time of rental (and that you sign). 
    3. Authorized Driver” means a driver authorized to use the Motorcycle.  Except as may be specifically authorized by applicable law, only the renter and an additional driver listed by us on your Face Page at the time of rental are authorized to drive the Motorcycle.  Each Authorized Driver must: (i) have a valid driver’s license in the country of my permanent residence that qualifies that person to operate a motorcycle with the same rating as the Motorcycle; (ii) be at least age 21; and (iii) have at least three year of experience riding motorcycles with the same rating as the Motorcycle. These conditions may change according with the motorcycle identified.
    4. Charges” means the fees and charges that are incurred under this Agreement.  All amounts expressed under this Agreement shall be payable in Euro. 
    5. CDW" means Collision Damage Waiver. 
    6. Diminished Value” means the difference between the fair market value of the Motorcycle before damage or loss and its value after repairs as calculated by a third-party estimate obtained by us or on our behalf. 
    7. Loss of Use” means the loss of our ability to use a Motorcycle for our purposes because of Motorcycle damage or loss during a Rental Period, including use for rent, display for rent and/or sale, opportunity to upgrade or sell, or transportation of employees.
    8. Motorcycle” or “Vehicle” means the motorcycle identified on the Rental Agreement and any vehicle we substitute for it, and all of its tires, tools, accessories, equipment, appliances, keys, and vehicle documents.
    9. Rental Period” means the period between the time you take possession of the Motorcycle until the Motorcycle is either returned to or recovered by us and checked in by us.
    10. Rental Portfolio” means a document available for your inspection at the rental location, which provides detailed information on the motorcycles available for rent and also includes an updated price list of daily rental rates and other fees (the “Price List”).  The Price List is subject to change.
    11. “Vehicle License Fee” or “Vehicle License Cost Recovery Fee” means a vehicle license cost recovery fee based on our estimated average per day per vehicle portion of our total annual vehicle licensing, titling, and registration costs or as otherwise defined under applicable law. 
    12. You” or “your” means the individual identified as the “Renter” and any Authorized Driver
    13. We”, “our” or “us” means HR France – Location des Véhicules et Mobilité, SARL.  The Hertz Company has authorized us to use the name “Hertz Ride.”

 

  1. BOOKING CONDITIONS
  1. Driving License: Both the renter and any additional drivers must provide a valid, unexpired driver’s license for the class of motorcycle rented (including any necessary endorsements) in their name.  If your driver’s license is not issued in Europe, then you must also bring an international driving permit. Drivers need to be at least age 21 and have at least three year of experience riding motorcycles with the same rating as the Motorcycle. These conditions may change according with the motorcycle identified.
  2. Identification: A passport or personal ID card is required
  3. Credit Card: The renter must have a credit card (VISA or MASTERCARD) in his or her own name when picking up the motorcycle (American Express, Dinners, prepaid credit card, charge card or cash cards will not be accepted).  At the time of rental, we will request an authorization (hold) on your credit card for the excess of the estimated rental charges plus Non-Waivable Excess (NWE) deposit/ guarantee.  The card must have enough available funds to cover the hold for the duration of the rental). We will also charge all additional charges, local fees, optional equipment that you rent or anything else that you purchase at the rental counter to the credit card at the time of rental.
  4. Reservation confirmation: The renter must present this Reservation Confirmation when picking up the motorcycle. Refer to the Terms and Conditions for more information.
  5. Roadside Assistance: You have available road assistant 24h in the original country. Please ask at desk for details.
  6. Payment Information: The booking of the motorcycle requires the payment by the Renter of monetary amount as a reserve deposit corresponding to 20% of the rental. The Rental Company reserves the right to make the availability of the motorcycle conditional to the effective demonstration by the Renter of the payment of the reservation deposit. The rental must be made within a maximum of 12 months from the date of reservation. Please note that ´Total Amount to pay on pick up’ will be charged in local currency. Any other currency displayed is for information purposes only.
  7. Extensions, Amendments, Cancellations and No-Shows: If you wish to extend or modify your rental after the pick-up date and time specified on this Reservation Confirmation, you must contact Hertz Ride directly at hertzride@hertzride.com whether you have actually picked up the motorcycle or not. Extension or modification of your rental before the rental starts (i.e., before the pick-up date and time specified on this Reservation Confirmation) may only be arranged by sending Hertz Ride an e-mail at (hertzride@hertzride.com).  Please note that modifying your reservation may result in a change in your rental rate or additional or higher charges based on changes to the length of the rental or to the motorcycle type rented. If your scheduled pick-up time is less than 48 hours away and you wish to modify your booking, please call us at (+351 210 413 334). If the rental price changes due to modifications (e.g., pick-up or drop-off location, motorcycle group or length of rental), you will be charged at the current published price, which may be different or higher from the initial price booked. In addition, if the original reservation was subject to a promotional or discounted fee, you may no longer qualify for that fee, and the modified reservation may be at a substantially higher rate. You will not receive a credit or refund if you return the rented motorcycle earlier than the scheduled due-in date and time.
    1. Modifications: Modifications to reservations can only be made by email to our Contact Center through hertzride@hertzride.com. The estimated total charges will be recalculated based on the availability and prices at the time the modification is made. The total charges may be greater or lesser than the price originally booked. This policy applies to changes made to: Drop off location, pick up date and time, Drop off time and date, Motorcycle group, All other additional products
    2. Cancelations: If you wish to cancel your reservation, you must inform Hertz Ride in writing to hertzride@hertzride.com before your rental is due to start - cancellation fees may apply. The payment made at the time of reservation is refundable only if the reservation is canceled at least 30 days before the scheduled pick-up date.
    3. No Shows: Hertz Ride reserves the right to refuse the motorcycle to any user who fails to arrive on time (including  a 30-minute “grace period”), fails to provide all the necessary documentation and/or information, fails to provide a credit card with enough available funds for the deposit; or if the driver show signs of being under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other substance affecting his perception or reactions or otherwise appears unfit to operate the motorcycle. In such cases, unless the rental has been cancelled in advance, the renter will be considered a “no show” and will not be entitled to a refund. The prices are based on the pick-up and drop-off times and dates that the user arranges before the rental starts. If the user picks the motorcycle up any later or brings the motorcycle back any earlier, the user will not receive a refund for the unused hours or days.
  8. Extras: All extras extra, optional equipment and services, including GPS, Helmets, Communications system, and low seats, are subject to local availability and availability cannot be guaranteed.  (Ex: GPS, Helmets, Intercommunication System and Low seats).All extra optional equipment is provided “As-Is,” and you are responsible for ensuring that you understand how to use and/or install any of the optional equipment.
  9. Optional Special Damage Coverage: At the counter, costumer can opt to add additional coverage regarding damage responsibility. Please ask our Customer Sale Representative at the location about conditions to add these coverages
    1. SCDW – Medium coverage: If you purchase Super CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage—up to a maximum amount of 50% of the fair market value of the Motorcycle prior to the damage. Price varies between 19€ and 25€ per day, with a minimum of 5 days per rental.
    2. VIP SCDW – Top Coverage: If you purchase Super CDW VIP, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage —up to a maximum amount of 75% of the fair market value of the Motorcycle prior to the damage. Price varies between 35€ and 39€ per day, with a minimum of 5 days per rental.

 

  1. NATURE OF THE AGREEMENT

You understand that we are not an affiliate, agent or franchisee of The Hertz Corporation (or any of its affiliates) (collectively “Hertz”).We are an independently owned and operated company with a limited license from Hertz to use the name, “Hertz Ride” in connection with a motorcycle rental business in Europe. You further understand and agree that Hertz is not a party to this Agreement and has no obligations to you.You further agree that you will not make any demands or pursue any claims against Hertz.

 

  1. CONDITION OF THE MOTORCYCLE – DELIVERY AND RETURN

The Renter acknowledges receiving the Motorcycle in good working and clean condition, including both tires, and agrees to return it to us in the same condition (with its keys, equipment, tools and/or accessories) at the location and on the date specified in the Rental Agreement.   

You are prohibited from modifying any technical features of the Motorcycle or its keys, equipment, tires, tools and/or accessories or from making any aesthetic change to the Motorcycle.  If you breach this provision, you will be responsible for all costs that we incur to restore the Motorcycle to its original status plus, to the extent permitted by law, consequential and incidental damages due to our inability to use the Motorcycle while it is being repaired.  

To the extent permitted by law: (a) we may repossess the Motorcycle at your expense without notice to you if it is abandoned or used in violation of law or this Agreement; and (b) if the Motorcycle is not returned 48 hours after the date and hour return time as stipulated in the Rental Agreement, it will be considered embezzled or converted and may be reported to the police as stolen.  Failure to return the Motorcycle may constitute a crime punishable to the fullest extent provided under applicable law.

 

  1. RENTAL PERIOD

The minimum Rental Period is one day.A “day” is a 24-hour day beginning on the date and time noted on the Rental Agreement. If you return the Motorcycle more than 29 minutes after the scheduled return time, we reserve the right to charge you for an additional rental day at the applicable daily rate as shown on the Price List.If you wish to extend the scheduled Rental Period, you must request our express written authorization and pay for the estimated additional charges before the scheduled return time.Under no circumstances may the deposit be used as form of payment in case of extension of the rental agreement. If you fail to return the Motorcycle when due and continue to use it without our express authorization, we may terminate this Agreement, and you will have sole responsibility for the payment of any fines or penalties assessed against you, the Motorcycle or us due to the lack of updated documentation.

 

  1. RENTAL RATE AND DEPOSIT 

The daily rental rate, as well as the deposit amount, are determined by the Price List in effect when you sign this Agreement. The standard payment method is credit card.  Payment by cash or debit card requires our prior authorization and may be subject to additional conditions. If we authorize payment in cash, we reserve the right to request one or more credit cards of the Renter as guarantee.  You permit us to reserve against your payment card (or, if we choose, take a cash deposit) at the time of rental a reasonable amount in addition to the estimated total charges. We may use the reserve or deposit to pay all Charges. We will authorize the release of an excess reserve (or return of a cash deposit) at completion of your rental if no additional Charges are payable. Your payment card issuer’s rules will apply to crediting your account for any excess, which may not be immediately released by your card issuer.

 

  1. CHARGES

All Charges are based on our current Price List, which is available for your review at the rental counter.  All Charges are payable in Euro.  You will pay us at or before conclusion of rental, or on demand, all Charges, including:

  1. Daily Rental Rate for the Rental Period, including an additional mileage fee if you exceed the daily mileage allowance indicated on the Rental Agreement Face Page;
  2. A mileage charge based on our experience if the odometer is tampered with or disconnected;
  3. Fees for optional products, equipment, and services you purchased;
  4. Fuel and a refueling fee if you return the Motorcycle with less fuel than when rented;
  5. Additional Mandatory Charges;
  6. Expenses we incur locating and recovering the Motorcycle if you fail to return it or if we repossess it under the terms of this Agreement;
  7. All costs we incur enforcing or defending our rights under this Agreement;
  8. A reasonable cleaning fee as noted on the Price List to clean the Motorcycle if returned substantially less clean than when rented;
  9. A lost key fee if you lose the keys to the Motorcycle;
  10. A surcharge if you return the Motorcycle to a location other than the location where you rented the Motorcycle (“Drop Fee”) or if you do not return it on the date and time due as further described in Paragraph 2 above (“Late Fee”);
  11. Towing, storage charges, forfeitures, court costs, penalties and all other costs we incur from your use of the Motorcycle;
  12. Replacement cost of lost or damaged parts and supplies used in the Motorcycle accessories or optional equipment, such as helmets, intercom systems, lowered seats, or navigation systems; and
  13. The cost of obtaining replacement documents plus a reasonable administrative fee if you lose or damage any of the Motorcycle documents, including the vehicle registration.

There is no refund for late pick-up or early return.  If you use a credit card or other payment card issued by a bank or financial institution any currency conversion will be handled by the issuing bank.  All Charges are subject to our final audit.  If errors are discovered after the close of this transaction, you authorize us to correct the Charges with the payment card issuer. You must notify us of any disputes to the Charges no later than 30 days after your receipt of the invoice.

 

  1. NO WARRANTIES; NO LIABILITY

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW: (A) YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT WE AND THE MANUFACTURER OF THE MOTORCYCLES AND ITS AFFILIATES (THE ‘MANUFACTURERS”) HAVE NOT MADE, DO NOT MAKE, AND DISCLAIM ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE MOTORCYCLE, INCLUDING, ITS DESIGN, CAPACITY, CONDITION, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR USE OR FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE; AND (B) AGREE THAT NEITHER US NOR THE MANUFACTURERS WILL BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR OTHER DAMAGES OR EXPENSES OF ANY KIND CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY, OR ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH, THE MOTORCYCLE, ITS USE, OPERATION OR FAILURE TO BE MAINTAINED, OR BY ANY INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE MOTORCYCLE.

 

  1. RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE OR LOSS OF THE MOTORCYCLE

You must report all accidents or incidents of theft or vandalism to us and the police as soon as you discover them. 

You are responsible for all damage to or loss or theft of the Motorcycle during the Rental Period, regardless of fault, resulting from any cause, including damage of loss caused by collision, weather, vandalism, theft, road conditions and acts of nature.  Your responsibility will include: (a) all physical damage to the Motorcycle measured as follows: (i) if we determine that the Motorcycle is a total loss, the fair market value of the Motorcycle, less salvage; (ii) if we determine that the Motorcycle is repairable: (A) the difference between the value of the Motorcycle immediately before the damage and the value immediately after the damage; or (B) the reasonable estimated retail value or actual cost of repair plus Diminished Value; (b) Loss of Use, measured by multiplying your daily rental rate either by the actual or estimated number of days from the date the Motorcycle is damaged until it is replaced or repaired, which you agree represents a reasonable estimate of Loss of Use damages and not a penalty.  Loss of Use shall be payable regardless of fleet utilization; (c) a reasonable administrative fee, calculated based on the damage repair estimate as follows, which you agree is reasonable: €0-€250 damage=€50 fee; €251-€500 damage=€75 fee; €501-€750 damage=€100 fee; €751-€1500 damage=€150 fee; €1501-€2500 damage =€200 fee; over €2500 damage=€250 fee;; (d) towing, storage, and impound charges and other reasonable incidental and consequential damages; and (e) all costs associated with our enforcement of this Agreement.  You are responsible for loss or damage to the Motorcycle resulting from theft or vandalism related to the theft; you file an official report of the theft with the police within 24 hours of learning of the theft and you cooperate with us and the police in providing information regarding the theft; You are responsible for replacing missing equipment and Motorcycle documents and keys. You must report all Motorcycle accidents or incidents of theft and vandalism to us and the police upon discovery.   

 

  1. RENTER'S RESPONSIBILITY
    1. ? In the event of any loss or damage to, theft or robbery of the Motorcycle or parts thereof while on rental, Renter shall pay Rental Company on demand the amount of all costs and losses including, without limitation, repair costs, depreciation, loss of renting revenues, towing and vehicle collection expenses, the amount established in our current tariff as the maximum non-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);
    2. The Renter limits his or her responsibility under the terms set out below provided that he or she complies with the terms hereof and that the loss or damage has not been caused intentionally or by gross negligence of the Renter, by gross negligence of any authorised driver or by any unauthorised driver;
      1. Responsibility for any loss or damage caused to the Motorcycle (excluding theft and robbery) is limited to the total value of the maximum non-waivable excess established in Rental Company current price list. Should the Renter accept the Collision Damage Waiver (hereinafter CDW) by initialling the space provided for this purpose on the first page hereof and paying the daily fee specified for this purpose, he shall be solely held responsible for the stated in the agreement as the minimum non-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);
      2.  Responsibility for loss of, or damages to, the vehicle deriving from theft or robbery thereof is limited to the total value of the maximum non-waivable excess established in Rental Company current tariff. Should the Renter agree to subscribe the Theft Protection Waiver (hereinafter TP) by initialing the space provided for this purpose on the first page hereof and paying the daily fee specified for this purpose, he shall be solely held responsible for the amount established in Rental Company current price list as the minimum no-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);

 

  1. ADITIONAL COVERAGE (DAMAGE RESPONSIBILITY)

By the purchase of CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage to the Motorcycle. We also offer “Super CDW”- medium coverage and “Super CDW VIP”- top coverage to the Motorcycle. If you purchase Super CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage—up to a maximum amount of 50% of the Minimum Non Waivable Excess (NWE). If you purchase Super CDW VIP, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage —up to a maximum amount of 75% of the Minimum Non Waivable Excess (NWE). Super CDW, and Super CDW VIP are not insurance, are optional, and may duplicate coverage under your own insurance policy or credit card. CDW, Super CDW, and Super CDW VIP do not apply to Optional Equipment we rent to you for use in the Motorcycle.CDW, Super CDW, Super CDW VIP also do not cover lost keys.  Your CDW, Super CDW, or Super CDW VIP will be invalidated, and we will not waive our right to hold you financially responsible for loss or damage to the Motorcycle  (i) that results from a Prohibited Use (defined in Paragraph 10 below) or (ii) if the loss or damage has been caused intentionally or by gross negligence of the Renter, by gross negligence of any authorised driver or by any unauthrorised driver.

In case of accident, loss, damage or theft, the police and the Rental Company must be informed within 24 hours. The Renter must fill the damage report together with the documentation of the motorcycle, and also undertakes to fill and sign at the closest station of the Rental Company the accident, loss, damage or theft report, otherwise the insurance is deemed as null and void. The Renter must cooperate with the Rental Company, the police and insurance company in any subsequent investigation or judicial proceedings, and inform immediately on any letters, summons and notices regarding the accident and provide full cooperation to the Rental Company and the insurance company during the investigation and defence of any claim or court case.

The Rental Company is under no obligation to provide a replacing motorcycle to the Renter, if the rented motorcycle is subject to accident or lost, damaged or stolen.

 

  1. CONDITIONS OF USE AND PROHIBITED USES
  1. Conditions of Use.  During the Rental Period:
    1. You must park the Motorcycle safely.  For example, when the Motorcycle is not in use, you must lock and block the steering wheel and keep all Motorcycle documents with you.
    2. You agree to use only fuel that meets the manufacturer’s specifications and regularly monitor oil and water levels, tire pressure, and any other basic systems of the Motorcycle.
    3. Only the person or persons identified and accepted as Authorized Drivers by the Rental Company are permitted to drive the Motorcycle. 
    4. You agree to comply with all laws applicable to your use of the Motorcycle, including those regulating helmets, protective eye and body gear, lane splitting, and other rules of the road.  You are responsible for knowing and understanding the laws of each jurisdiction in which you operate the Motorcycle.
  1. Prohibited Use.  The following uses of the Motorcycle or actions that you or another driver take (or fail to take) are considered “Prohibited Uses” of the Motorcycle.  Prohibited Uses are material breaches of this Agreement and include the following: 
  1. Use of the Motorcycle to:
  2. Transport of passengers or cargo for hire;
  3. Push or tow another motorcycle or any other object;
  4. Transport cargo for any unlawful purpose;
  5. Transport more than the maximum number of passengers specified by the manufacturer or applicable law, or to transport passengers who are riding in any position other on a seat designed for passenger use;
  6. Transport cargo in excess of the weight/quantity/volume specified by the manufacturer;
  7. Transport hazardous or dangerous materials;
  8. In furtherance of any illegal purpose or under any circumstance that would constitute a felony or other violation of law (other than a minor traffic violation);
  9. On unpaved roads;
  10. For Sports Events or Track Days
  11. To transport an animal (other than a service animal);
  12. When it is reasonable to know that further operation would damage the Motorcycle; and
  13. In connection with a willful, wanton, or reckless act.
  14. Drive the Motorcycle outside of European Union without previous authorization of the Rental Company;
  15. For subleases or sub-rentals or to dispose of, mortgage, exercise a lien, sell or pledge as security the Motorcycle, equipment, tools and/or accessories and any part thereof, or use with the Motorcycle in such a manner that causes damage to us.
  16. To transfer the Motorcycle to any island without our prior written approval;
  17. To transfer the Motorcycle into any ferry. Should the customer use a ferry & there be an accident of any kind, you will be held responsible for all costs to repair and/or repatriate the Motorcycle. Even if you purchase Additional Coverage & choose to travel on a ferry, the coverage will be null & void.
  18. By any person:
  19. Who is not an Authorized Driver;
  20. Who does not have a valid license for operation of a motorcycle with the same rating as the Motorcycle;
  21. Whose driver’s license is suspended;
  22. Who is under the influence of prescription, non-prescription drugs or alcohol;
  23. Who obtained the Motorcycle or extended the Rental Period by giving us false, fraudulent, or misleading information; and
  24. Who is operating the Motorcycle while using a hand-held wireless communications device or other device that is capable of receiving or transmitting telephonic communications, electronic data, mail or text messages while not in hands-free mode.

 

  1. INDEMNIFICATION; HANDLING CLAIMS
  1. Indemnification.  To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify us, defend us and hold us harmless from all claims, demands, actions, liability, costs and attorney fees we incur (collectively “Claims”) resulting from, or arising out of, this rental and your use of the Motorcycle, or our repossession of it, including Claims resulting from or arising out of the carrying of any passengers on the Motorcycle.
  1. Handling Claims.  You must: (i) report all damage to us and all accidents or incidents to us and the police as soon as you discover them (but no later than 24 hours after the incident) and complete our incident report form, which is included with  the Motorcycle documents; (ii) provide us with a legible copy of any service of process, pleading, or notice of any kind related to an accident or other incident involving the Motorcycle; and (iii) cooperate with us, the police, and our insurance company in any subsequent investigation or legal proceedings. Coverage under the Policy may be void if you give the Motorcycle to an unauthorized driver or otherwise materially breach this Agreement; or if you fail to cooperate in a loss investigation or to file a timely and accurate incident report.  We are under no obligation to provide a replacement motorcycle to you if the rented Motorcycle is lost, damaged or stolen.

 

  1. TOLLS AND VIOLATIONS

You are liable for paying charging authorities directly all tolls (“Tolls”) and parking citations, photo enforcement fees, fines for toll evasion, and other fines, fees, and penalties (each a “Violation”) assessed against you, us or the Motorcycle during this rental. If we are notified by charging authorities that we may be responsible for payment of a Violation, you agree that we may, in our sole discretion, transfer liability for any Toll or Violation assessed against the Motorcycle during the Rental Period to you personally.  If liability is transferred to you, we will charge you an administrative fee of up to €50 per Toll or Violation.  You authorize us to release your rental and billing information, including payment card information, to the charging authorities for processing/billing purposes.  Note: Certain toll roads do not accept cash.  To avoid toll violations and associated fines, fees, and taxes (and our processing fees), you must pay all tolls with a personal transponder that is accepted on the road; use only cash lanes and pay cash; plan a route to avoid tolls; or consult local authorities for other payment methods.

 

  1. PERSONAL BELONGINGS

We are not responsible for loss of or damage to personal property that was left with us or carried in or on the Motorcycle. If you fail to claim property left in the Motorcycle for more than 30 days, we may dispose of that property in a manner we choose.  To the extent permitted by law, You waive all claims against us, our agents and employees for loss of or damage to the personal property of you or another person, which we received, handled, or stored, or which was left or carried in or on the Motorcycle or in any service vehicle or in our offices, whether or not the loss of damage was caused by our negligence or was otherwise our responsibility.  The Motorcycle may be equipped with an infotainment system that permits you to pair your own mobile devices. If you choose to do so, please note that the Motorcycle may automatically load your address book, store your incoming, outgoing and missed telephone calls, and other information from your device.  You should follow the steps displayed on the motorcycle’s system screen to delete this information and the device from the Motorcycle’s memory.  We are not responsible for assuring the privacy of any such information, and cannot guarantee that other persons you do not authorize will gain access to this information after you return the Motorcycle

 

  1. DISPUTE RESOLUTION; ARBITRATION

This agreement is subject to Portuguese law. In case of dispute, the consumer may resort to an Entity of Consumer’s Alternative Dispute Resolution, or to a court. The establishing parties deem that the Courts of Lisbon shall have jurisdiction, with express waiver to any other.

 

  1. TELEMATICS NOTICE

The Motorcycle may be equipped with global positioning satellite (GPS) technology or another telematics system, and/or an event data recorder (EDR). You acknowledge and authorize as per as point 16. PERSONAL INFORMATION and based on your personal consent that the use of this Motorcycle may be remotely monitored by us or on behalf of us through such systems to the extent permitted by law. This remote monitoring may include collection of Motorcycle data, such as: location, odometer, oil life, fuel level, tire pressure, battery state of charge, diagnostic trouble codes, and other elements we may deem necessary.  To the extent permitted by law, we may disable the Motorcycle when we deem necessary, including if you breach this Agreement  These systems may use cellular communications, and you should have no expectation of privacy related to your use of this Motorcycle.  You agree to inform all drivers and passengers of the Motorcycle of the terms of this section, and that you have authorized release of information collected by GPS or other telematics system or EDR.  We are not responsible for the operability of any telematics navigational or other system included with the Motorcycle.  To the extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify, defend and hold us harmless from any damage to persons or property caused by failure of the GPS or other telematics system or EDR to operate properly, or otherwise arising from the use of the GPS or other telematics system or EDR.

 

  1. PERSONAL INFORMATION
  1. Upon signing the Contract, the Renter must provide their personal data and the ones of the other driver(s) of the vehicle, for the purposes of identification, expressly authorising the Rental Company to process the data electronically.
  2. According to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (GDPR), the Rental Company informs that:                                                       
    1. The entity responsible for processing the personal data provided in the contract is HR Ride Portugal, SA, head office in Avenida Severiano Falcão 7-7A, 2689-522 Prior Velho;
    2. The main purpose of personal data processing is the conclusion and performance of this contract, pursuant to Article 6 (1) (b) from the GDPR;                                                
    3. Personal data may be transmitted to a third party in order to comply with any legal obligations to which the Rental Company is subject, pursuant to Article 6 (1) (c) from the GDPR, namely judicial ----authorities, criminal police, tax and customs authority and regulatory entities;
    4. Personal data may be processed for other purposes, to which the Renter must give the Rental ----Company express consent;                                                                                              
    5. The Rental Company shall retain processed personal data for the amount of time necessary to the ----provision of services, invoicing and to comply with legal obligations.
  3. The data subject has the right to, at any moment, access their personal data, as well as, within the contract and GDPR terms, to rectify them and object their processing, to decide in regard of automated processing, to withdraw consent, request erasure of personal data and exercise the rights provided in applicable law (except when the data is necessary for the performance of the contract and therefore, mandatory to provide, as well as for the compliance of legal obligations the Rental Company is subject).
  4. If the Renter withdraw his/her consent, it does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out until that moment.
  5. The data subject has the right to be notified, in accordance with the GDPR, in the event of a personal data breach which may result in a risk to their rights and freedoms and may submit a claim to the competent authority(ies).
  6. Personal data may be transmitted to third parties which provide services to the Rental Company, whenever these services require the transfer of information contained in the rental contracts.
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Italy

?HR Italia - noleggio veicoli e mobilità S.R.L., head office at Via di Novegro 49, 20090 Novegro (MI) - Italy, P. IVA n. 10319790969 (hereinafter referred to as Rental Company) rents the identified vehicle (motorcycle) through this rental agreement, under its specific terms and conditions and under the following terms and conditions.

This document includes all terms and conditions of the rental agreement executed by the Rental Company and the Renter, and the latter should read it carefully. If the Renter does not understand any of the provisions contained by this document, he/she should request the concerning clarification to the assisting representative of the Rental Company.  

 

  1. DEFINITIONS
    1. Additional Mandatory Charges” means separately stated charges that we require you to pay to hire or lease the Motorcycle for the period of time to which the rental rate applies, and which are imposed by a governmental entity and specifically related to the operation of a rental vehicle business.  Additional Mandatory Charges include a customer facility charge, airport concession fee, tourism commission assessment, or other government imposed taxes or fees.
    2. Agreement” means all terms and conditions in these Terms & Conditions, the “Rental Agreement,” the “Vehicle Condition Report,” the invoice, the Assumption of Risks and Release (“Release”), and any other addenda that we provide at the time of rental (and that you sign). 
    3. Authorized Driver” means a driver authorized to use the Motorcycle.  Except as may be specifically authorized by applicable law, only the renter and an additional driver listed by us on your Face Page at the time of rental are authorized to drive the Motorcycle.  Each Authorized Driver must: (i) have a valid driver’s license in the country of my permanent residence that qualifies that person to operate a motorcycle with the same rating as the Motorcycle; (ii) be at least age 21; and (iii) have at least three year of experience riding motorcycles with the same rating as the Motorcycle. These conditions may change according with the motorcycle identified.
    4. Charges” means the fees and charges that are incurred under this Agreement.  All amounts expressed under this Agreement shall be payable in Euro. 
    5. CDW" means Collision Damage Waiver. 
    6. Diminished Value” means the difference between the fair market value of the Motorcycle before damage or loss and its value after repairs as calculated by a third-party estimate obtained by us or on our behalf. 
    7. Loss of Use” means the loss of our ability to use a Motorcycle for our purposes because of Motorcycle damage or loss during a Rental Period, including use for rent, display for rent and/or sale, opportunity to upgrade or sell, or transportation of employees.
    8. Motorcycle” or “Vehicle” means the motorcycle identified on the Rental Agreement and any vehicle we substitute for it, and all of its tires, tools, accessories, equipment, appliances, keys, and vehicle documents.
    9. Rental Period” means the period between the time you take possession of the Motorcycle until the Motorcycle is either returned to or recovered by us and checked in by us.
    10. Rental Portfolio” means a document available for your inspection at the rental location, which provides detailed information on the motorcycles available for rent and also includes an updated price list of daily rental rates and other fees (the “Price List”).  The Price List is subject to change.
    11. “Vehicle License Fee” or “Vehicle License Cost Recovery Fee” means a vehicle license cost recovery fee based on our estimated average per day per vehicle portion of our total annual vehicle licensing, titling, and registration costs or as otherwise defined under applicable law. 
    12. You” or “your” means the individual identified as the “Renter” and any Authorized Driver
    13. We”, “our” or “us” means HR Italia - noleggio veicoli e mobilità S.R.L.  The Hertz Company has authorized us to use the name “Hertz Ride.”

 

  1. BOOKING CONDITIONS
  1. Driving License: Both the renter and any additional drivers must provide a valid, unexpired driver’s license for the class of motorcycle rented (including any necessary endorsements) in their name.  If your driver’s license is not issued in Europe, then you must also bring an international driving permit. Drivers need to be at least age 21 and have at least three year of experience riding motorcycles with the same rating as the Motorcycle. These conditions may change according with the motorcycle identified.
  2. Identification: A passport or personal ID card is required
  3. Credit Card: The renter must have a credit card (VISA or MASTERCARD) in his or her own name when picking up the motorcycle (American Express, Dinners, prepaid credit card, charge card or cash cards will not be accepted).  At the time of rental, we will request an authorization (hold) on your credit card for the excess of the estimated rental charges plus Non-Waivable Excess (NWE) deposit/ guarantee.  The card must have enough available funds to cover the hold for the duration of the rental). We will also charge all additional charges, local fees, optional equipment that you rent or anything else that you purchase at the rental counter to the credit card at the time of rental.
  4. Reservation confirmation: The renter must present this Reservation Confirmation when picking up the motorcycle. Refer to the Terms and Conditions for more information.
  5. Roadside Assistance: You have available road assistant 24h in the original country. Please ask at desk for details.
  6. Payment Information: The booking of the motorcycle requires the payment by the Renter of monetary amount as a reserve deposit corresponding to 20% of the rental. The Rental Company reserves the right to make the availability of the motorcycle conditional to the effective demonstration by the Renter of the payment of the reservation deposit. The rental must be made within a maximum of 12 months from the date of reservation. Please note that ´Total Amount to pay on pick up’ will be charged in local currency. Any other currency displayed is for information purposes only.
  7. Extensions, Amendments, Cancellations and No-Shows: If you wish to extend or modify your rental after the pick-up date and time specified on this Reservation Confirmation, you must contact Hertz Ride directly at hertzride@hertzride.com whether you have actually picked up the motorcycle or not. Extension or modification of your rental before the rental starts (i.e., before the pick-up date and time specified on this Reservation Confirmation) may only be arranged by sending Hertz Ride an e-mail at (hertzride@hertzride.com).  Please note that modifying your reservation may result in a change in your rental rate or additional or higher charges based on changes to the length of the rental or to the motorcycle type rented. If your scheduled pick-up time is less than 48 hours away and you wish to modify your booking, please call us at (+351 210 413 334). If the rental price changes due to modifications (e.g., pick-up or drop-off location, motorcycle group or length of rental), you will be charged at the current published price, which may be different or higher from the initial price booked. In addition, if the original reservation was subject to a promotional or discounted fee, you may no longer qualify for that fee, and the modified reservation may be at a substantially higher rate. You will not receive a credit or refund if you return the rented motorcycle earlier than the scheduled due-in date and time.
    1. Modifications: Modifications to reservations can only be made by email to our Contact Center through hertzride@hertzride.com. The estimated total charges will be recalculated based on the availability and prices at the time the modification is made. The total charges may be greater or lesser than the price originally booked. This policy applies to changes made to: Drop off location, pick up date and time, Drop off time and date, Motorcycle group, All other additional products
    2. Cancelations: If you wish to cancel your reservation, you must inform Hertz Ride in writing to hertzride@hertzride.com before your rental is due to start - cancellation fees may apply. The payment made at the time of reservation is refundable only if the reservation is canceled at least 30 days before the scheduled pick-up date.
    3. No Shows: Hertz Ride reserves the right to refuse the motorcycle to any user who fails to arrive on time (including  a 30-minute “grace period”), fails to provide all the necessary documentation and/or information, fails to provide a credit card with enough available funds for the deposit; or if the driver show signs of being under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other substance affecting his perception or reactions or otherwise appears unfit to operate the motorcycle. In such cases, unless the rental has been cancelled in advance, the renter will be considered a “no show” and will not be entitled to a refund. The prices are based on the pick-up and drop-off times and dates that the user arranges before the rental starts. If the user picks the motorcycle up any later or brings the motorcycle back any earlier, the user will not receive a refund for the unused hours or days.
  8. Extras: All extras extra, optional equipment and services, including GPS, Helmets, Communications system, and low seats, are subject to local availability and availability cannot be guaranteed.  (Ex: GPS, Helmets, Intercommunication System and Low seats).All extra optional equipment is provided “As-Is,” and you are responsible for ensuring that you understand how to use and/or install any of the optional equipment.
  9. Optional Special Damage Coverage: At the counter, costumer can opt to add additional coverage regarding damage responsibility. Please ask our Customer Sale Representative at the location about conditions to add these coverages
    1. SCDW – Medium coverage: If you purchase Super CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage—up to a maximum amount of 50% of the fair market value of the Motorcycle prior to the damage. Price varies between 19€ and 25€ per day, with a minimum of 5 days per rental.
    2. VIP SCDW – Top Coverage: If you purchase Super CDW VIP, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage —up to a maximum amount of 75% of the fair market value of the Motorcycle prior to the damage. Price varies between 35€ and 39€ per day, with a minimum of 5 days per rental.

 

  1. NATURE OF THE AGREEMENT

You understand that we are not an affiliate, agent or franchisee of The Hertz Corporation (or any of its affiliates) (collectively “Hertz”).We are an independently owned and operated company with a limited license from Hertz to use the name, “Hertz Ride” in connection with a motorcycle rental business in Europe. You further understand and agree that Hertz is not a party to this Agreement and has no obligations to you.You further agree that you will not make any demands or pursue any claims against Hertz.

 

  1. CONDITION OF THE MOTORCYCLE – DELIVERY AND RETURN

The Renter acknowledges receiving the Motorcycle in good working and clean condition, including both tires, and agrees to return it to us in the same condition (with its keys, equipment, tools and/or accessories) at the location and on the date specified in the Rental Agreement.   

You are prohibited from modifying any technical features of the Motorcycle or its keys, equipment, tires, tools and/or accessories or from making any aesthetic change to the Motorcycle.  If you breach this provision, you will be responsible for all costs that we incur to restore the Motorcycle to its original status plus, to the extent permitted by law, consequential and incidental damages due to our inability to use the Motorcycle while it is being repaired.  

To the extent permitted by law: (a) we may repossess the Motorcycle at your expense without notice to you if it is abandoned or used in violation of law or this Agreement; and (b) if the Motorcycle is not returned 48 hours after the date and hour return time as stipulated in the Rental Agreement, it will be considered embezzled or converted and may be reported to the police as stolen.  Failure to return the Motorcycle may constitute a crime punishable to the fullest extent provided under applicable law.

 

  1. RENTAL PERIOD

The minimum Rental Period is one day.A “day” is a 24-hour day beginning on the date and time noted on the Rental Agreement. If you return the Motorcycle more than 29 minutes after the scheduled return time, we reserve the right to charge you for an additional rental day at the applicable daily rate as shown on the Price List.If you wish to extend the scheduled Rental Period, you must request our express written authorization and pay for the estimated additional charges before the scheduled return time.Under no circumstances may the deposit be used as form of payment in case of extension of the rental agreement. If you fail to return the Motorcycle when due and continue to use it without our express authorization, we may terminate this Agreement, and you will have sole responsibility for the payment of any fines or penalties assessed against you, the Motorcycle or us due to the lack of updated documentation.

 

  1. RENTAL RATE AND DEPOSIT 

The daily rental rate, as well as the deposit amount, are determined by the Price List in effect when you sign this Agreement. The standard payment method is credit card.  Payment by cash or debit card requires our prior authorization and may be subject to additional conditions. If we authorize payment in cash, we reserve the right to request one or more credit cards of the Renter as guarantee.  You permit us to reserve against your payment card (or, if we choose, take a cash deposit) at the time of rental a reasonable amount in addition to the estimated total charges. We may use the reserve or deposit to pay all Charges. We will authorize the release of an excess reserve (or return of a cash deposit) at completion of your rental if no additional Charges are payable. Your payment card issuer’s rules will apply to crediting your account for any excess, which may not be immediately released by your card issuer.

 

  1. CHARGES

All Charges are based on our current Price List, which is available for your review at the rental counter.  All Charges are payable in Euro.  You will pay us at or before conclusion of rental, or on demand, all Charges, including:

  1. Daily Rental Rate for the Rental Period, including an additional mileage fee if you exceed the daily mileage allowance indicated on the Rental Agreement Face Page;
  2. A mileage charge based on our experience if the odometer is tampered with or disconnected;
  3. Fees for optional products, equipment, and services you purchased;
  4. Fuel and a refueling fee if you return the Motorcycle with less fuel than when rented;
  5. Additional Mandatory Charges;
  6. Expenses we incur locating and recovering the Motorcycle if you fail to return it or if we repossess it under the terms of this Agreement;
  7. All costs we incur enforcing or defending our rights under this Agreement;
  8. A reasonable cleaning fee as noted on the Price List to clean the Motorcycle if returned substantially less clean than when rented;
  9. A lost key fee if you lose the keys to the Motorcycle;
  10. A surcharge if you return the Motorcycle to a location other than the location where you rented the Motorcycle (“Drop Fee”) or if you do not return it on the date and time due as further described in Paragraph 2 above (“Late Fee”);
  11. Towing, storage charges, forfeitures, court costs, penalties and all other costs we incur from your use of the Motorcycle;
  12. Replacement cost of lost or damaged parts and supplies used in the Motorcycle accessories or optional equipment, such as helmets, intercom systems, lowered seats, or navigation systems; and
  13. The cost of obtaining replacement documents plus a reasonable administrative fee if you lose or damage any of the Motorcycle documents, including the vehicle registration.

There is no refund for late pick-up or early return.  If you use a credit card or other payment card issued by a bank or financial institution any currency conversion will be handled by the issuing bank.  All Charges are subject to our final audit.  If errors are discovered after the close of this transaction, you authorize us to correct the Charges with the payment card issuer. You must notify us of any disputes to the Charges no later than 30 days after your receipt of the invoice.

 

  1. NO WARRANTIES; NO LIABILITY

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW: (A) YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT WE AND THE MANUFACTURER OF THE MOTORCYCLES AND ITS AFFILIATES (THE ‘MANUFACTURERS”) HAVE NOT MADE, DO NOT MAKE, AND DISCLAIM ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE MOTORCYCLE, INCLUDING, ITS DESIGN, CAPACITY, CONDITION, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR USE OR FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE; AND (B) AGREE THAT NEITHER US NOR THE MANUFACTURERS WILL BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR OTHER DAMAGES OR EXPENSES OF ANY KIND CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY, OR ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH, THE MOTORCYCLE, ITS USE, OPERATION OR FAILURE TO BE MAINTAINED, OR BY ANY INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE MOTORCYCLE.

 

  1. RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE OR LOSS OF THE MOTORCYCLE

You must report all accidents or incidents of theft or vandalism to us and the police as soon as you discover them. 

You are responsible for all damage to or loss or theft of the Motorcycle during the Rental Period, regardless of fault, resulting from any cause, including damage of loss caused by collision, weather, vandalism, theft, road conditions and acts of nature.  Your responsibility will include: (a) all physical damage to the Motorcycle measured as follows: (i) if we determine that the Motorcycle is a total loss, the fair market value of the Motorcycle, less salvage; (ii) if we determine that the Motorcycle is repairable: (A) the difference between the value of the Motorcycle immediately before the damage and the value immediately after the damage; or (B) the reasonable estimated retail value or actual cost of repair plus Diminished Value; (b) Loss of Use, measured by multiplying your daily rental rate either by the actual or estimated number of days from the date the Motorcycle is damaged until it is replaced or repaired, which you agree represents a reasonable estimate of Loss of Use damages and not a penalty.  Loss of Use shall be payable regardless of fleet utilization; (c) a reasonable administrative fee, calculated based on the damage repair estimate as follows, which you agree is reasonable: €0-€250 damage=€50 fee; €251-€500 damage=€75 fee; €501-€750 damage=€100 fee; €751-€1500 damage=€150 fee; €1501-€2500 damage =€200 fee; over €2500 damage=€250 fee;; (d) towing, storage, and impound charges and other reasonable incidental and consequential damages; and (e) all costs associated with our enforcement of this Agreement.  You are responsible for loss or damage to the Motorcycle resulting from theft or vandalism related to the theft; you file an official report of the theft with the police within 24 hours of learning of the theft and you cooperate with us and the police in providing information regarding the theft; You are responsible for replacing missing equipment and Motorcycle documents and keys. You must report all Motorcycle accidents or incidents of theft and vandalism to us and the police upon discovery.   

 

  1. RENTER'S RESPONSIBILITY
    1. ? In the event of any loss or damage to, theft or robbery of the Motorcycle or parts thereof while on rental, Renter shall pay Rental Company on demand the amount of all costs and losses including, without limitation, repair costs, depreciation, loss of renting revenues, towing and vehicle collection expenses, the amount established in our current tariff as the maximum non-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);
    2. The Renter limits his or her responsibility under the terms set out below provided that he or she complies with the terms hereof and that the loss or damage has not been caused intentionally or by gross negligence of the Renter, by gross negligence of any authorised driver or by any unauthorised driver;
      1. Responsibility for any loss or damage caused to the Motorcycle (excluding theft and robbery) is limited to the total value of the maximum non-waivable excess established in Rental Company current price list. Should the Renter accept the Collision Damage Waiver (hereinafter CDW) by initialling the space provided for this purpose on the first page hereof and paying the daily fee specified for this purpose, he shall be solely held responsible for the stated in the agreement as the minimum non-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);
      2.  Responsibility for loss of, or damages to, the vehicle deriving from theft or robbery thereof is limited to the total value of the maximum non-waivable excess established in Rental Company current tariff. Should the Renter agree to subscribe the Theft Protection Waiver (hereinafter TP) by initialing the space provided for this purpose on the first page hereof and paying the daily fee specified for this purpose, he shall be solely held responsible for the amount established in Rental Company current price list as the minimum no-waivable excess (ask for price list at the counter);

 

  1. ADITIONAL COVERAGE (DAMAGE RESPONSIBILITY)

By the purchase of CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage to the Motorcycle. We also offer “Super CDW”- medium coverage and “Super CDW VIP”- top coverage to the Motorcycle.  If you purchase Super CDW, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage—up to a maximum amount of 50% of the Minimum Non Waivable Excess (NWE). If you purchase Super CDW VIP, we will waive our right to hold you financially responsible for collision damage —up to a maximum amount of 75% of the Minimum Non Waivable Excess (NWE). Super CDW, and Super CDW VIP are not insurance, are optional, and may duplicate coverage under your own insurance policy or credit card. CDW, Super CDW, and Super CDW VIP do not apply to Optional Equipment we rent to you for use in the Motorcycle.CDW, Super CDW, Super CDW VIP also do not cover lost keys.  Your CDW, Super CDW, or Super CDW VIP will be invalidated, and we will not waive our right to hold you financially responsible for loss or damage to the Motorcycle  (i) that results from a Prohibited Use (defined in Paragraph 10 below) or (ii) if the loss or damage has been caused intentionally or by gross negligence of the Renter, by gross negligence of any authorised driver or by any unauthrorised driver.

In case of accident, loss, damage or theft, the police and the Rental Company must be informed within 24 hours. The Renter must fill the damage report together with the documentation of the motorcycle, and also undertakes to fill and sign at the closest station of the Rental Company the accident, loss, damage or theft report, otherwise the insurance is deemed as null and void. The Renter must cooperate with the Rental Company, the police and insurance company in any subsequent investigation or judicial proceedings, and inform immediately on any letters, summons and notices regarding the accident and provide full cooperation to the Rental Company and the insurance company during the investigation and defence of any claim or court case.

The Rental Company is under no obligation to provide a replacing motorcycle to the Renter, if the rented motorcycle is subject to accident or lost, damaged or stolen.

 

  1. CONDITIONS OF USE AND PROHIBITED USES
  1. Conditions of Use.  During the Rental Period:
    1. You must park the Motorcycle safely.  For example, when the Motorcycle is not in use, you must lock and block the steering wheel and keep all Motorcycle documents with you.
    2. You agree to use only fuel that meets the manufacturer’s specifications and regularly monitor oil and water levels, tire pressure, and any other basic systems of the Motorcycle.
    3. Only the person or persons identified and accepted as Authorized Drivers by the Rental Company are permitted to drive the Motorcycle. 
    4. You agree to comply with all laws applicable to your use of the Motorcycle, including those regulating helmets, protective eye and body gear, lane splitting, and other rules of the road.  You are responsible for knowing and understanding the laws of each jurisdiction in which you operate the Motorcycle.
  1. Prohibited Use.  The following uses of the Motorcycle or actions that you or another driver take (or fail to take) are considered “Prohibited Uses” of the Motorcycle.  Prohibited Uses are material breaches of this Agreement and include the following: 
  1. Use of the Motorcycle to:
  2. Transport of passengers or cargo for hire;
  3. Push or tow another motorcycle or any other object;
  4. Transport cargo for any unlawful purpose;
  5. Transport more than the maximum number of passengers specified by the manufacturer or applicable law, or to transport passengers who are riding in any position other on a seat designed for passenger use;
  6. Transport cargo in excess of the weight/quantity/volume specified by the manufacturer;
  7. Transport hazardous or dangerous materials;
  8. In furtherance of any illegal purpose or under any circumstance that would constitute a felony or other violation of law (other than a minor traffic violation);
  9. On unpaved roads;
  10. For Sports Events or Track Days
  11. To transport an animal (other than a service animal);
  12. When it is reasonable to know that further operation would damage the Motorcycle; and
  13. In connection with a willful, wanton, or reckless act.
  14. Drive the Motorcycle outside of European Union without previous authorization of the Rental Company;
  15. For subleases or sub-rentals or to dispose of, mortgage, exercise a lien, sell or pledge as security the Motorcycle, equipment, tools and/or accessories and any part thereof, or use with the Motorcycle in such a manner that causes damage to us.
  16. To transfer the Motorcycle to any island without our prior written approval;
  17. To transfer the Motorcycle into any ferry. Should the customer use a ferry & there be an accident of any kind, you will be held responsible for all costs to repair and/or repatriate the Motorcycle. Even if you purchase Additional Coverage & choose to travel on a ferry, the coverage will be null & void.
  18. By any person:
  19. Who is not an Authorized Driver;
  20. Who does not have a valid license for operation of a motorcycle with the same rating as the Motorcycle;
  21. Whose driver’s license is suspended;
  22. Who is under the influence of prescription, non-prescription drugs or alcohol;
  23. Who obtained the Motorcycle or extended the Rental Period by giving us false, fraudulent, or misleading information; and
  24. Who is operating the Motorcycle while using a hand-held wireless communications device or other device that is capable of receiving or transmitting telephonic communications, electronic data, mail or text messages while not in hands-free mode.

 

  1. INDEMNIFICATION; HANDLING CLAIMS
  1. Indemnification.  To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify us, defend us and hold us harmless from all claims, demands, actions, liability, costs and attorney fees we incur (collectively “Claims”) resulting from, or arising out of, this rental and your use of the Motorcycle, or our repossession of it, including Claims resulting from or arising out of the carrying of any passengers on the Motorcycle.
  1. Handling Claims.  You must: (i) report all damage to us and all accidents or incidents to us and the police as soon as you discover them (but no later than 24 hours after the incident) and complete our incident report form, which is included with  the Motorcycle documents; (ii) provide us with a legible copy of any service of process, pleading, or notice of any kind related to an accident or other incident involving the Motorcycle; and (iii) cooperate with us, the police, and our insurance company in any subsequent investigation or legal proceedings. Coverage under the Policy may be void if you give the Motorcycle to an unauthorized driver or otherwise materially breach this Agreement; or if you fail to cooperate in a loss investigation or to file a timely and accurate incident report.  We are under no obligation to provide a replacement motorcycle to you if the rented Motorcycle is lost, damaged or stolen.

 

  1. TOLLS AND VIOLATIONS

You are liable for paying charging authorities directly all tolls (“Tolls”) and parking citations, photo enforcement fees, fines for toll evasion, and other fines, fees, and penalties (each a “Violation”) assessed against you, us or the Motorcycle during this rental. If we are notified by charging authorities that we may be responsible for payment of a Violation, you agree that we may, in our sole discretion, transfer liability for any Toll or Violation assessed against the Motorcycle during the Rental Period to you personally.  If liability is transferred to you, we will charge you an administrative fee of up to €50 per Toll or Violation.  You authorize us to release your rental and billing information, including payment card information, to the charging authorities for processing/billing purposes.  Note: Certain toll roads do not accept cash.  To avoid toll violations and associated fines, fees, and taxes (and our processing fees), you must pay all tolls with a personal transponder that is accepted on the road; use only cash lanes and pay cash; plan a route to avoid tolls; or consult local authorities for other payment methods.

 

  1. PERSONAL BELONGINGS

We are not responsible for loss of or damage to personal property that was left with us or carried in or on the Motorcycle. If you fail to claim property left in the Motorcycle for more than 30 days, we may dispose of that property in a manner we choose.  To the extent permitted by law, You waive all claims against us, our agents and employees for loss of or damage to the personal property of you or another person, which we received, handled, or stored, or which was left or carried in or on the Motorcycle or in any service vehicle or in our offices, whether or not the loss of damage was caused by our negligence or was otherwise our responsibility.  The Motorcycle may be equipped with an infotainment system that permits you to pair your own mobile devices. If you choose to do so, please note that the Motorcycle may automatically load your address book, store your incoming, outgoing and missed telephone calls, and other information from your device.  You should follow the steps displayed on the motorcycle’s system screen to delete this information and the device from the Motorcycle’s memory.  We are not responsible for assuring the privacy of any such information, and cannot guarantee that other persons you do not authorize will gain access to this information after you return the Motorcycle

 

  1. DISPUTE RESOLUTION; ARBITRATION

This agreement is subject to Portuguese law. In case of dispute, the consumer may resort to an Entity of Consumer’s Alternative Dispute Resolution, or to a court. The establishing parties deem that the Courts of Lisbon shall have jurisdiction, with express waiver to any other.

 

  1. TELEMATICS NOTICE

The Motorcycle may be equipped with global positioning satellite (GPS) technology or another telematics system, and/or an event data recorder (EDR). You acknowledge and authorize as per as point 16. PERSONAL INFORMATION and based on your personal consent that the use of this Motorcycle may be remotely monitored by us or on behalf of us through such systems to the extent permitted by law. This remote monitoring may include collection of Motorcycle data, such as: location, odometer, oil life, fuel level, tire pressure, battery state of charge, diagnostic trouble codes, and other elements we may deem necessary.  To the extent permitted by law, we may disable the Motorcycle when we deem necessary, including if you breach this Agreement  These systems may use cellular communications, and you should have no expectation of privacy related to your use of this Motorcycle.  You agree to inform all drivers and passengers of the Motorcycle of the terms of this section, and that you have authorized release of information collected by GPS or other telematics system or EDR.  We are not responsible for the operability of any telematics navigational or other system included with the Motorcycle.  To the extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify, defend and hold us harmless from any damage to persons or property caused by failure of the GPS or other telematics system or EDR to operate properly, or otherwise arising from the use of the GPS or other telematics system or EDR.

 

  1. PERSONAL INFORMATION
  1. Upon signing the Contract, the Renter must provide their personal data and the ones of the other driver(s) of the vehicle, for the purposes of identification, expressly authorising the Rental Company to process the data electronically.
  2. According to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (GDPR), the Rental Company informs that:                                                       
    1. The entity responsible for processing the personal data provided in the contract is HR Ride Portugal, SA, head office in Avenida Severiano Falcão 7-7A, 2689-522 Prior Velho;
    2. The main purpose of personal data processing is the conclusion and performance of this contract, pursuant to Article 6 (1) (b) from the GDPR;                                                
    3. Personal data may be transmitted to a third party in order to comply with any legal obligations to which the Rental Company is subject, pursuant to Article 6 (1) (c) from the GDPR, namely judicial ----authorities, criminal police, tax and customs authority and regulatory entities;
    4. Personal data may be processed for other purposes, to which the Renter must give the Rental ----Company express consent;                                                                                              
    5. The Rental Company shall retain processed personal data for the amount of time necessary to the ----provision of services, invoicing and to comply with legal obligations.
  3. The data subject has the right to, at any moment, access their personal data, as well as, within the contract and GDPR terms, to rectify them and object their processing, to decide in regard of automated processing, to withdraw consent, request erasure of personal data and exercise the rights provided in applicable law (except when the data is necessary for the performance of the contract and therefore, mandatory to provide, as well as for the compliance of legal obligations the Rental Company is subject).
  4. If the Renter withdraw his/her consent, it does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out until that moment.
  5. The data subject has the right to be notified, in accordance with the GDPR, in the event of a personal data breach which may result in a risk to their rights and freedoms and may submit a claim to the competent authority(ies).
  6. Personal data may be transmitted to third parties which provide services to the Rental Company, whenever these services require the transfer of information contained in the rental contracts.
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