The motorcycle in Code Vein 2 is a supernatural vehicle tied to your Revenant abilities, letting you traverse the post-apocalyptic world at speed without fuel or maintenance. It seats two, handles dynamic terrain, and can even glide from high ground. You'll unlock it partway through the main story, and it becomes essential for covering large distances quickly.
Quick answer: Head to Magmell Island Bridge after defeating Franz the Dejected Assailant during the Timeline Shift Decision: Noah quest. A cutscene will award you the motorcycle automatically.
When you unlock the motorcycle
The motorcycle becomes available after you complete the "Mastering Control of Time" quest and alter the past timeline in 2177 by helping Noah fight the Dejected Assailant. Once you return to the present and regroup with your allies at MagMell Institute, head to Magmell Island Bridge (located southwest of the institute, near the Water Treatment Plant). A cutscene triggers when you approach, and you receive the motorcycle as a gift from the craftsmen who repaired it over the past century.
If you haven't completed Noah's timeline quest yet, you can also obtain the motorcycle by visiting Magmell Island Pier in the present. Either location works; the bridge route is tied to the main story progression.
Summoning and dismissing the motorcycle
Once unlocked, summon the motorcycle by pressing V on PC or R1 + Left D-Pad on console. You can only call it in designated Motorcycle Zones, marked by a motorcycle icon in the bottom left of your screen. If that icon appears crossed out, the area is a non-Motorcycle zone—typically dungeons and tight interior spaces where the bike cannot fit.
Dismount by pressing the same button combination (V or R1 + Left D-Pad) while stationary. If you need to leave the bike while moving, press B or Circle to jump off and retain your momentum for mid-air attacks.
Core controls and mechanics
Steering uses the left stick (left and right). Acceleration comes from the right trigger (RT on Xbox, R2 on PlayStation)—how hard you pull determines your speed. The left trigger (LT or L2) applies the brake, which also reverses the bike when stationary. Braking while turning performs a drift, useful for navigating sharp turns without losing speed.
Shift your weight forward or backward with the left stick (up and down). While riding normally, shifting backward lets you perform a wheelie. In the air, shifting backward slows your descent and extends glide time, while shifting forward makes you drop faster.
Press A or Cross to jump over small obstacles or to begin gliding once airborne. You can only glide for a limited duration, shown by a white bar on screen—be careful with weight shifts, as small adjustments dramatically change your trajectory. Press B or Circle to leap off mid-flight while keeping your momentum, letting you land with jump attacks or dodge hazards.
Switch camera views with X or Square for a more cinematic perspective while riding.
Durability and self-repair
The motorcycle has its own health bar and takes damage from collisions with obstacles, trees, and environmental hazards. However, it repairs automatically after a few seconds of riding without taking hits. If the bike is completely destroyed, you can summon it again immediately with zero cooldown—it reappears fully repaired at no cost.
Dismounting and resummoning also instantly restores full health, making it a practical way to heal the bike between rough terrain sections.
Using the motorcycle in exploration
The motorcycle is your primary transport method outside dungeons. It moves significantly faster than running and can fit into surprisingly tight spaces. Because the bike retains momentum when jumping and gliding, you can reach areas inaccessible on foot, including descending massive cliffs and valleys safely.
The motorcycle's headlight is bright and wide, making it excellent for illuminating dark areas during night exploration. Use it to scout terrain and spot hazards before committing to a path.
Combat and tactical use
While not designed as a combat tool, the motorcycle has surprising utility in fights. You can crash into enemies to knock them down—even larger foes will be hit and damaged rather than stopping the bike. Normal mobs take minor damage and may be staggered, letting you skip fights entirely if you choose.
When you jump off the bike, it doesn't disappear immediately. Instead, it trails forward for a second, keeping all its physical properties. You can line up a jump-off to send the motorcycle hurtling into grouped enemies, knocking them down and giving you time to set up attacks while they're vulnerable.
If combat turns dangerous, summon the bike to escape. You retain most of your momentum when calling it, enabling quick getaways. You can also heal while riding, making the motorcycle an effective tool for creating distance and recovering health safely.
The motorcycle transforms exploration in Code Vein 2 from a slow trudge into dynamic traversal. Master drifting for tight turns, use gliding to cross valleys, and leverage its momentum to reach hidden areas. Once you understand its weight-shift mechanics and durability system, it becomes indispensable for navigating the vast open world efficiently.
