Motorcycle Transportation

Motorcycle Shipping

Purpose-built handling for bikes of every size — cruisers, sport bikes, touring rigs, and vintage motorcycles alike.

How Motorcycle Transport Works

Motorcycles ship differently from cars — they're either loaded into a dedicated motorcycle crate/trailer or secured upright using specialized wheel chocks and soft-strap tie-downs designed not to damage paint, chrome, or plastics. Some shipments move alongside cars on a standard open or enclosed car carrier with motorcycle-specific securing points; others move on trailers dedicated entirely to bikes, which is common for shows, rallies, and dealer transfers.

Open or Enclosed for a Motorcycle?

Both are available. Open transport is the more affordable, widely available option and is perfectly safe for most bikes. Enclosed transport is worth considering for vintage, custom, or high-value motorcycles where weather and road debris exposure isn't acceptable.

Preparing Your Motorcycle for Shipment

  • Keep fuel to a quarter tank or less
  • Disconnect or secure the battery if it's known to be finicky
  • Remove or secure loose accessories (saddlebags, windshields, GPS mounts)
  • Photograph the bike from multiple angles before pickup
  • Confirm the bike is in rideable/rollable condition, or flag it as non-running when you submit your shipment

What Affects the Price

Distance, bike size/weight, and open vs. enclosed all factor in. Motorcycle shipments are often priced lower than a standard car over the same route since bikes take up less trailer space — but a non-running bike may add a modest handling fee.

Can I ship a non-running motorcycle?

Yes — flag it as non-running when you submit your shipment so we match you with a carrier equipped with a lift gate or ramp suited to loading it safely.

Will my motorcycle be shipped with other vehicles?

Often, yes — most motorcycle shipments share trailer space with cars or other bikes heading the same direction, which is part of what keeps pricing reasonable.