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State to State Motorcycle Towing

Published by Joe Webster.

What's in this article?
  1. State To State Motorcycle Towing With A-1 Auto Transport
  2. Characteristics Of A Great Motorcycle Shipping Company
  3. How To Prepare Your Motorcycle for Towing
  4. Motorcycle Towing methods
  5. Motorcycle Towing Resources
Motorcycle shipping process - Surcharge, communication, and transportation method

State To State Motorcycle Towing With A-1 Auto Transport

Whether you need a bike towed to a neighboring state, or all the way across the country, it’s helpful to understand the basics of the process of shipping motorcycles, as well as the best approach to finding a reliable option and a good price. In this article, you’ll find helpful tips and tactics you can use to save a buck and make sure that you avoid the pitfalls that come about when you’re looking for state-to-state motorcycle towing no matter the model or type of vehicles you are shipping.

At A-1 Auto Transport, we have more than two decades of experience hauling bikes to locations around the U.S., including all 50 states. Not only do we carry with us the expertise and quality track record that you’re looking for in a quality motor carrier, but we also maintain offices in virtually every metro area no matter the distance, making it easy to get in touch with us, as well as a base of operations that makes delivery and storage a snap, no matter where you’re shipping to or from. Our rates are some of the most affordable among motorcycle shippers, and we'll ensure your asset arrives at its destination safely without damage.

We mention these things not just to demonstrate our history in the industry, but also because they’re important qualities that you should ideally seek out in finding a motorcycle transport company. While you’ll find many, many options to choose from if you search online, there are some that stand out as better than others. Experience is a great thing to seek out in any auto transporter for your items, but so too is local expertise. If you want a motorcycle towed to a specific address or location, you want it done efficiently and safely, which is something that only comes through ample experience, but also an understanding of the communities in which they operate.

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Characteristics Of A Great Motorcycle Shipping Company

We’ve already covered some of the most important aspects of a state to state motorcycle shipper, but that checklist goes beyond the things mentioned in the paragraphs above. Here are some other qualities and factors you should seek out when shipping a bike from one state to another.

  • They’ll have a history of success within the towing and shipping industry.
  • They can provide certificates and documentation and other details showing they approved through the BBB or DOT.
  • The carriers have insurance coverage and protection that meets or exceeds the value of your bike.
  • Good customer service and the ability to meet your needs while being easy to communicate with and talk to when you have questions or concerns.
  • The latest shipping technology and up to date towing equipment to handle even the most challenging of jobs. All bikes are not the same and these are two things that demonstrate an ability to handle any type of shipment.
  • Customer reviews and ratings that reflect the same quality of service that they advertise. Anyone can claim they do the best job, but the true measure is what previous and current customers have to say about them.

It will be of great advantage to research companies that tick most of the above boxes if not all before you make your booking to allow them to handle your shipments. Besides it's good to get motorcycle shipping quotes from at least three motorcycle shipping companies to get fair fees.

How To Prepare Your Motorcycle for Towing

Here are steps to follow to prepare your motorcycle for shipping

  • Wash your bike clean, removing all dirt and debris
  • Take photos of your motorcycle from different angles, noting existing damages, scratches, chips, dings, etc.
  • If the motorbike has existing mechanical problems, take note of that as well. Properly document the condition of your bike.
  • Remove every loose item from your motorcycle this could be removable stereos, bicycle rack, luggage rack, spoilers, GPS systems, etc.
  • Ensure that the tires are properly inflated and reduce the level of fuel in your gas tank to a quarter. International bike shipping may require emptying the tank. If there are any leaks of fluids, make sure you fix them beforehand or report them to the shipping company
  • Since this is a bike, there is no need to disconnect the battery.
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Motorcycle Towing methods

Depending on your preference, your motorcycle can be towed using open trailer or enclosed trailer. Open-air method is most suitable when shipping vehicles on budget. However, the shipment is exposed to the elements and prevailing weather during the journey. This may not be an issue if you just want to ship for a little money. However, when shipping luxury bikes, it's good to ship them in an enclosed container to keep them away from the elements and from prying eyes from the pickup place to their destination. This may increase the motorcycle shipping costs though. A1 Auto Transport has everything you need to ship your bike in an easy, convenient, and affordable way. No matter your shipping options, we will help you move at an affordable fee. Give us a phone call today and let's get things started.

Motorcycle Towing Resources

Motorcycle Transport - Our official motorcycle shipping services page is full of information about every aspect of the process, including shipping prices to and from locations around the U.S. If you have any questions about how it works, odds are you’ll find the answers here.

International Motorcycle Shipping - For those looking to ship a bike outside of the U.S., we also offer international motorcycle transport services, which can learn more about by clicking on the link.

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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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