If you live in Paris or its region, you may have come across many Motocab motorcycle cabs. Indeed, this concept is gaining more and more followers, especially thanks to the advantages it offers. Nevertheless, like any other innovative device, it is normal to ask yourself some questions. Today, we tell you everything you need to know about the drivers of motorcycle taxi.

Everything you need to know about the drivers of motorcycle taxi

Have you ever wondered what the profile of a professional driver of motorcycle taxi is? What skills you need to acquire to practice this profession? The qualities required to become one? Here are some answers.

1 - They must have a professional card to practice

Not everyone can call themselves a Motorcycle Taxi driver. Indeed, this profession is regulated by the French law which obliges them to have a professional card. This card is obviously in addition to the motorcycle license which is essential. To obtain the professional card of motorcycle cab driver, it is required that the person concerned has not met with any accidents during the last five years.

2 - They are used to motorcycle beginners

You are a little afraid to take motorcycle cabs because you have never been on such a vehicle? Don't panic, a motorcycle driver is used to this kind of situation and knows how to put you at ease. The only thing you have to do is to listen carefully to the advices they give you in order to be the best of the passengers of a motorcycle cab and live fully your experience in the traffic of the Paris area.

3 - A professional driver from motorcycle taxi has experience

In general, companies that offer Motorcycle Taxi services usually hire drivers who have experience. Indeed, when you order this type of service, you are sure to have with you a person with professional experience and who has had the time to travel many miles before offering his skills as a motorcycle driver.

4 - They are dynamic and responsive

To be a motorcycle driver, it is important to have different qualities. In order to respond perfectly to the clients' demands, a motorcycle driver must above all be dynamic and reactive. He must also be able to respond to the various requests that are made of him. The profile of the customers using Motorcycle Taxis can vary considerably, that is why it is essential for a driver to know how to adapt easily.

5 - They have evidence of their professional experience

In order not to have any bad surprises during a trip that you could make with the motorcycle cabs, even before getting on the motorcycle, you can check the sticker affixed on the windshield of the vehicle proving that the driver is registered in the register of motorcycle cabs but also see his annual insurance certificate for the transport of people for a fee. This type of verification is carried out by Motocab before sending you a motorcycle cab for a reserved trip.

6 - They offer you an adapted equipment

During your transfers in the Paris area, whether it is an intra-city trip or a trip to the airport, the drivers will take care of you as soon as you get on board by equipping you with a helmet, a motorcycle jacket and an airbag vest in order to transport you in complete safety. In order to reassure you throughout your trip, you will be able to communicate with your driver via a Bluetooth intercom to which you can also identify your cell phone in case of need for telephone communication.

7 - You don't waste time

Whether it's at the time of booking or at your drop-off point, you don't have to waste any time. Our reservation system via our mobile application Motocab or the website www.motocab.fr including online payment methods, allows you to pay in advance your motorcycle transport. This payment will be made automatically 48 hours after your trip by filling in the space provided for this purpose when you book. Thus the driver will not ask you for a payment for your transfer and you will be able to go directly to your appointment.

8 - Are the rates excessive?

A titre d'exemple :

- Paris intra-muros - orly = 75€ TTC
- Paris intra-muros - roissy cdg = 97€ TTC
- Paris - Paris = 45€ TTC
- Gare du Nord - La Défense = 63€ TTC
- La Défense - Orly = 97€ TTC

9 - How much time compared to another means of transportation?

As an example:

- Paris intra-muros - Orly = 25 min by motorcycle / 55 min by car
- Paris intra-muros - roissy cdg = 35 min by motorcycle / 1h15 by car
- Gare du Nord - La Défence = 20 min by motorcycle / 45 min by car