There are various situations whereby it is necessary to have a bike transported. Examples of such situations include when a bike cannot be used to travel over a long distance since doing so would lead to the wear and tear of its parts, when the bike is to be transported to the mechanic, to the address to which the owner is relocating or to the address of a buyer. Additionally, a bike owner may need to have their bike transported when they are traveling but not using their bike as the main means of transportation or when they would like to attend a motorcycle event. When the need to ship a bike arises, it is best to hire motorcycle shipping services.
Our motorcycle shipping methods
We provide the following motorcycle shipping services.
Shipping via rail: It is an in-land method of transportation. The advantage that it has over road transport is the reliability in delivery since it has minimal delays.
Shipping via water: It is the most common way to ship bikes overseas. On your part, you would have to familiarize yourself with the customs laws.
Shipping via road: It is the most common option for making deliveries to various destinations.
Shipping via air: It is the fastest means of shipping bikes to various locations. The bike is transported in a cargo plane.
The delivery options are door-to-door and terminal-to-terminal.
Preparation of a motorcycle for shipping
The activities that you ought to do as you prepare a motorcycle for shipping include checking the engine, the level of the fluids and if the tires are well-inflated. Removing the motorcycle accessories and disabling the alarm system help in making it easier for the mover to handle your bike. The additional preparation tasks that you ought to do if you will be shipping the bike in a crate include draining the fluids and disconnecting the battery. In case the bike needs to be fixed, taking it to the mechanic for repairs that will be required. The bike has to be handed over to the mover in good condition thus, you ought to prepare it by washing it, inspecting it and taking photos of the bike from different angles.
Choosing a motorcycle mover
The specific traits that you should look out for as you search for a motorcycle mover include:
Experience: It should have relevant experience in providing motorcycle transport solutions.
Reputation: The company ought to have a good reputation, which can be indicated by the ratings and reviews they have received from their clients.
Validity: The company should have the required licenses and certificates which validate its business.
Insured: The shipping company ought to have an insurance cover which will be valid over the period in which you intend to ship with them.
Quality and variety of services: The mover ought to give you the chance to select the shipping option which works best for you. They should have different shipping options that are of high quality.
Why you should choose us
There are many shipping companies in the industry but A-1 Auto Transport is the one that is capable of meeting your needs in the best way possible. This is because we have been in operation for a long period of time over which we have improved the quality of our services and also gained knowledge on the best shipping practices. Additionally, we have a team which is ready and willing to provide you with all the assistance that you need. You will get the best customer support from our agents and the team that handles your bike provides proper motorcycle care.
We give you the best shipping experience and make it easy for you to ship the bike with relative ease. Payment processing is made easy and since we are VeriSign secured, your data will be kept private.
We provide services at the best prices that you can get. We have highly competitive prices which will most likely fit your budget. If you would like to get the estimated shipping costs, we will be able to provide you with a quote for free. The issued quotes have no obligations attached to them and we do not charge any hidden costs.
Our drivers are familiar with most routes that lead to Yorkville, ensuring quick delivery.
Our Yorkville motorcycle shipping services
We are able to meet your needs by providing high-quality services. The Yorkville motorcycle shipping services that we provide include open-air transport, crated transport, and enclosed transport. All these options are reliable and your bike will be delivered safely. Their costs and levels of security vary. The additional services provided are storage, insurance coverage and shipping advisory services.
Contact us
Do not hesitate to contact us if you need further clarification or information. The number to dial is 1-800-452-2880.
Written By:
Joe Webster
Joe Webster began his journey in the auto transport field by attending the University of Southern California (USC), where he graduated with a Bachelor of Business Marketing.
After college, he started his career in the auto transport industry from the bottom up and has done virtually every job there is to do at A-1 Auto Transport, including but not limited to: Truck Driver, Dispatch, Sales, PR, Bookkeeping, Transport Planner, Transport Manager, International Transport Manager, Brokering, Customer Service, and Marketing. Working with his mentor Tony Taylor, Joe Webster has learned the ins and outs of this industry which is largely misunderstood.
With over 30 years experience in the industry, we've been helping people ship their vehicles, motorcycles, RV's, heavy equipment, household goods and more across the country or overseas without a hitch. Ask us anything.
