Author Topic: Motorcycle Transport (Read 3507 times)

jtb · « **on:** November 13, 2007, 07:28:20 AM »

Any recommendations? Just bought a bike in Wis, and need to get it to Birmingham, AL/

Thanks,
John

andy750 · « **Reply #1 on:** November 13, 2007, 07:30:18 AM »

If its rideable, jump on a bus/fly and go get it. Would make a nice ride. Just wrap up warm

cheers
Andy

Bob Wessner · « **Reply #2 on:** November 13, 2007, 07:31:50 AM »

U-haul offers motorcycle trailers, might be worth checking to see of one is avail. around your starting location.

http://www.uhaul.com/guide/index.aspx?equipment=towing-motorcycle

754 · « **Reply #3 on:** November 13, 2007, 07:34:33 AM »

Allied Van Lines puts em on a pallet with tiedowns, then loads with a liftgate.

USN20 · « **Reply #4 on:** November 13, 2007, 08:58:53 AM »

Quote from: 754 on November 13, 2007, 07:34:33 AM

Allied Van Lines puts em on a pallet with tiedowns, then loads with a liftgate.

Yep, Allied is a professional shipper. Had a bike shipped from Las Vegas to San Diego - no problems at all. Be prepared to pay the driver upon pick up with certified funds such as a bank check or money order as they didn't accept credit cards or personal checks. My charges came to $370.00 as they use their shipping zones to determine rates. Similar to UPS shipping zones.

The cheapest rates are from business to business. Residential pick up and delivery will be more expensive. The other restriction is that the pick up / drop off locations MUST be 18-wheeler accessible. You will need to know (both) zip codes for an accurate rate quote. Get faster service, rate quotes and answers to your questions by calling them direct: 800-747-4100 extension: 217

http://www.funtransport.com/

pollpegj · « **Reply #5 on:** November 13, 2007, 04:22:35 PM »

I dont know if you would want to try this but I saw it online one day and thought it looked a little scary. Its an option though.

http://www.motorcycletrailer.com/mag1/caddy1.html

Dennis · « **Reply #6 on:** November 13, 2007, 04:42:22 PM »

Quote from: Bob Wessner on November 13, 2007, 07:31:50 AM

U-haul offers motorcycle trailers, might be worth checking to see of one is avail. around your starting location.

http://www.uhaul.com/guide/index.aspx?equipment=towing-motorcycle

I was thinking of that when I picked up my "RZ" in South Carolina but they wouldn't rent it one way. That was a few years ago, don't know if that is still true.

bill3749 · « **Reply #7 on:** November 13, 2007, 05:01:34 PM »

I just bought a 4 x 4 frame from Harbor Freight for 199.00 and floored it out with 3/4 inch marine plywood. Works for everything.

BC

BobbyR · « **Reply #8 on:** November 13, 2007, 05:32:30 PM »

Quote from: pollpegj on November 13, 2007, 04:22:35 PM

I dont know if you would want to try this but I saw it online one day and thought it looked a little scary. Its an option though.

http://www.motorcycletrailer.com/mag1/caddy1.html

I have been thinking of one of these. I am sure you want to release the chain and allow the rear to freewheel if you are going any distance. I am not sure if it would put any undue strain on the steering head bearings.

okie · « **Reply #9 on:** November 13, 2007, 06:24:04 PM »

John, if you remove the upper fairing and mirrors that Interceptor will fit in a Dodge Caravan. That's how I got mine home.

Hope · « **Reply #10 on:** November 14, 2007, 06:39:51 AM »

Always an option to rent a short U-haul truck. (you wouldn't need a full sized u-haul moving truck.)

toddkamps · « **Reply #11 on:** November 14, 2007, 07:05:07 AM »

I used JC Motors 2 weeks ago. They were great, door to door, no worries, and from MI to NJ in 6 days. Not that pricey either.

NH_CB550F · « **Reply #12 on:** November 14, 2007, 07:26:23 AM »

I used JC Motors a few months back $599. door to door from Ohio to New Hampshire. They use Allied/North American van lines and a zone based system. No restrictions on private residential vs business pickup and delivery.
I'd considered picking it up myself but once you figured in the gas, truck rental ( I don't own a van) and time $599. didn't sound that bad.

A week after pick up a huge 18 Wheeler pulled up with just my baby inside, tied down to a stable wood pallet peeking out from under her cloth dust cover which they give you as well.
Smooth operation, paid online with CC. Coordinated a pick up date with the seller. They picked it up and it was here within a week without any blemishes or damage.

Todd

www.motorcycleshippers.com

lostinthe202 · « **Reply #13 on:** November 14, 2007, 07:32:51 AM »

Quote from: pollpegj on November 13, 2007, 04:22:35 PM

I dont know if you would want to try this but I saw it online one day and thought it looked a little scary. Its an option though.

http://www.motorcycletrailer.com/mag1/caddy1.html

Yikes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

S-Dog · « **Reply #14 on:** November 14, 2007, 07:47:12 AM »

Quote from: bill3749 on November 13, 2007, 05:01:34 PM

I just bought a 4 x 4 frame from Harbor Freight for 199.00 and floored it out with 3/4 inch marine plywood. Works for everything.

BC

I have a 4x8 trailer that was the same deal... I have towed my motorcycle on that with no issues at all...

jtb · « **Reply #15 on:** November 14, 2007, 08:39:41 AM »

I've got a trailer. I just don't want to drive to Wisconson and back. Allied was pretty expensive, I'll try jc motors. Thanks.

cb750k7 · « **Reply #16 on:** November 14, 2007, 08:58:41 AM »

Hi,

I want to share my bad experience with hauling by unprofessional.

My bike was hauled from indiana to New Jersey (I guess by some trucker) and they broke the center stand.

My guess is that they just tied down the bike (hard..) while standing on the center stand, so the rough ride took punishment on the pivot .

(Needless to say that the shipper denies responsibility.

)

Try to negotiate the hauling terms BEFORE shipping, have the process photographed during loading for reference!

Cheers,

Jona

P.s.
Where has the spelling button gone

??
(there are some foreigners in the forum..

)

NH_CB550F · « **Reply #17 on:** November 14, 2007, 02:26:43 PM »

I can definately feel for you....

I had considered going with USHIP where people bid on your moving job and I had a couple of these fly by night guys with their trailers quoting me these low numbers of about half of what I paid but I gave it some thought and I realized that I had a very nice bike and didn't want to risk some careless person damaging it.

Not that that would happen but the probability was all that much higher.

The company that I went with had a good reputation, references, online tracking and Insurance !

jtb · « **Reply #18 on:** November 14, 2007, 03:37:46 PM »

Quote from: NH_CB550F on November 14, 2007, 02:26:43 PM

The company that I went with had a good reputation, references, online tracking and Insurance !

Definitely matches my preference.

jtb · « **Reply #19 on:** November 17, 2007, 06:36:14 AM »

Thanks for your input. JC Motors is going to deliver it.

stresssolutions · « **Reply #20 on:** November 17, 2007, 07:27:32 AM »

Quote from: pollpegj on November 13, 2007, 04:22:35 PM

I dont know if you would want to try this but I saw it online one day and thought it looked a little scary. Its an option though.

http://www.motorcycletrailer.com/mag1/caddy1.html

I am always skeptical of a company that doesn't proof read their website. Shoping Cart? Come on, spell it right.

rrgv550 · « **Reply #21 on:** November 17, 2007, 09:06:49 AM »

www.federalcos.com/motorcycle.html

www.shippingmasters.com - says shipping under 300, takes more time

http://www.shipping-worldwide.com/ roll down to usa-usa shipping

just a few, you can see more motorcycles shipments on this link:

http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tripplan/transport/shippers.php

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Author Topic: Motorcycle Transport (Read 3507 times)

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