Specialized motorcycle transport for sport bikes, cruisers, touring bikes, dirt bikes, and trikes. Door-to-door pickup and delivery with crated, enclosed, or open shipping options.
Motorcycle shipping is a specialized auto transport service for two-wheeled vehicles — sport bikes, cruisers, touring motorcycles, adventure bikes, dirt bikes, trikes, and even custom builds. Unlike cars and trucks, motorcycles require entirely different loading techniques, securing methods, and trailer configurations to safely transport without risk of cosmetic damage, scratched paint, bent handlebars, or other harm common with improper handling.
Razorback Auto Transport works with carriers that specialize in motorcycle transport, using proven equipment and techniques developed specifically for two-wheeled cargo. Whether you are shipping a $5,000 dirt bike or a $50,000 custom Harley, the same principles apply: careful loading, proper securing, and reliable transit. Our motorcycle shipping service handles the move door-to-door in all 50 states with both open and enclosed options.
There are three primary ways motorcycles are shipped, each suited to different bikes and budgets:
The most common and economical method. The motorcycle is secured upright using soft straps attached to handlebar weights, frame points, or wheel chocks. Strapped motorcycle transport works for nearly any street bike and is the most cost-effective option for cruisers, touring bikes, and standard motorcycles.
The bike is rolled onto a wheeled pallet or into a wooden crate that gets loaded as a unit onto the carrier. Palletized motorcycle shipping isolates the bike from direct contact with the trailer, eliminates the need for direct frame straps, and offers additional protection. Crated shipping is common for sport bikes with sensitive fairings and for higher-value motorcycles.
The motorcycle ships inside a fully covered trailer, protected from weather, road debris, dust, and prying eyes. Enclosed motorcycle shipping is the premium option, used for luxury cruisers, vintage motorcycles, custom builds, racing bikes, and any motorcycle where the owner wants total protection during transit.
Motorcycle transport follows a structured process designed around the unique requirements of two-wheeled vehicles:
Motorcycle transport costs vary by method and distance. Approximate pricing for standard strapped motorcycle shipping:
Palletized or crated motorcycle shipping typically adds $100–$200. Enclosed motorcycle transport runs 50–100% above standard open shipping. Touring bikes, baggers, and trikes may add a small premium based on bike footprint. Razorback provides exact pricing online for your specific bike and route.
Insurance note: Motorcycle cargo insurance limits vary by carrier — typically $10,000 to $50,000 per bike on open transport. Higher coverage is available on enclosed carriers. For bikes valued above $25,000, request specific insurance documentation in writing before booking, and consider supplemental coverage through your existing motorcycle insurance policy if available.
Razorback's motorcycle shipping network handles every category of two-wheeled vehicle:
Proper prep reduces transit risk and ensures clean inspections at both ends:
For everyday cruisers, sport bikes, and standard motorcycles, open transport is perfectly safe and far more affordable. Enclosed motorcycle transport becomes the right choice when:
From dirt bikes to baggers to custom one-off builds, Razorback Auto Transport handles every motorcycle with the specialized care two-wheeled cargo requires. Get a free motorcycle shipping quote online, or call (866) 605-0281 to speak with a motorcycle transport specialist.
Common questions about motorcycle shipping
Motorcycle shipping cost depends on method and distance. Strapped motorcycle transport costs $300–$500 for short distances (under 500 miles), $500–$700 for 1,000 miles, and $750–$1,100 coast-to-coast. Palletized or crated shipping adds $100–$200. Enclosed motorcycle transport runs 50–100% above standard pricing.
Yes. Motorcycle shipments are covered by cargo insurance ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 per bike on open carriers, with higher limits available on enclosed transport. For bikes valued above $25,000, request specific insurance documentation before booking, and check whether your existing motorcycle insurance policy provides supplemental coverage during transit.
For most everyday cruisers, sport bikes, and standard motorcycles, open transport is safe and far more affordable. Choose enclosed motorcycle shipping for bikes valued above $20,000–$25,000, vintage or collector motorcycles, custom paint or chrome builds, and any bike where total weather protection matters.
Yes. Non-running motorcycles can ship via Razorback as long as they can be rolled onto the carrier and have functional brakes to hold position. Inoperable bikes may require crated or palletized shipping rather than strapped transport, and there may be a small surcharge for the additional handling. Specify "inoperable" when booking so the carrier brings appropriate equipment.
Yes. Razorback ships dirt bikes, motocross bikes, scooters, mopeds, and small-displacement motorcycles regularly. Smaller bikes are often crated or palletized for added protection during transit. Pricing is sometimes lower than for full-size motorcycles because of the smaller carrier footprint required.
