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Crate & Ship Motorcycle Transport

Published by Joe Webster.

What's in this article?
  1. Crating & Shipping A Motorcycle With A-1 Auto Transport
  2. Why Should I Have My Motorcycle Shipped?
  3. Motorcycle Shipping Resources
Crate & Ship Motorcycle Transport

Crating & Shipping A Motorcycle With A-1 Auto Transport

Crated motorcycle transport is one of the most common ways of shipping a bike, especially for long distance or cross country transport. It is not only a simple and affordable way of shipping your bike, but it also a method of transport that provides the most security during the process. Here’s how it works: your motorcycle is secured to a pallet (sometimes called a skid) where it is firmly locked anchored into place using tie downs, and then covered on all sides by a plywood crate. The crate itself is also secured into place, usually in a shipping container or a transport carrier, creating a second set of anchor points to ensure that it doesn’t shift or tip during transport.

Most crated motorcycle shipping is done in an enclosed carrier, providing another layer of protection from weather and road hazards that could potentially cause damage. Unfortunately, not all transporters offer crated shipping as an option as it does require equipment—either a forklift or a lift gate—to get it properly loaded before transport. As far as the crate itself is concerned, customers typically either supply the crate or they can rent or buy one from the shipping company. Obviously this is an additional cost, but the crate can be reused, which makes it an appealing option for those who plan to ship more than once.

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Why Should I Have My Motorcycle Shipped?

While it’s common for many bike owners to set off on adventures that cover hundreds of miles over several days of riding, there are some trips that necessitate shipping. If you’re like most riders, you enjoy the scenic twists and turns of the open road, but sometimes you have to travel to find that great ride. In some cases, your adventure may take you to another country, where it’s simply not an option to make the trip on the bike yourself. This is where a transport company comes in and can provide an affordable way to quickly ship your motorcycle to your desired destination.

Hiring a professional shipper to haul your bike not only saves you the time of riding or transporting it yourself, but eliminates the risks of mechanical issues that come with riding or hauling it yourself. When you ship your bike, there are no miles put on it and professional shipping ensures that it’s safely locked down in a reinforced, covered carrier so that it arrives in perfect condition and ready to ride. Insurance is included in the price of transport and, since motorcycles don’t contribute much to the total cargo weight, it’s inexpensive in comparison to other types of vehicles.

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Motorcycle Shipping 101 - Our motorcycle shipping page covers every aspect of the process, from preparation to delivery and explains what you’ll need to know every step of the way.

Make Your Own Shipping Crate - For the industrious self-starters out there, it’s not too difficult to fashion your own transport crate. Follow the steps in this article and you can save money on the cost of shipping long distance.

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Joe Webster always knew the auto transport industry would be a great career option. And with decades of experience, Joe is now an established consultant for A1 Auto Transport.

Joe was born in Santa Cruz, California. During high school, Joe worked as a mechanic; a job continued to work part-time during his bachelor's degree.

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A-1 Auto Transport is a disclosed agent for the following shipping companies:

CSI Logistics
435 Division Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
FMC 22206
Intl Cargo
45 Campus Drive
Edison, NJ 08837
NO. 17858N
Trans Global Auto Logistics, Inc.
3401 E Randol Mill Rd,
Arlington, TX 76011
NO. 018191NF
CFR Rinkens
15501 Texaco Avenue
Paramount, CA 90723
NO. 013055NF
ABC Worldwide LLC
2840 NW 2nd Ave #105
Boca Raton, FL 33431
NO. 025472F
ShipYourCarNow LLC
1160 South Rogers Circle Suite 1
Boca Raton, FL 33487
NO. 025646
Merco Air & Ocean Cargo, Inc.
6 Fir Way
Cooper City, FL 33026
NO. 021869F
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