Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love.
Figuring out how to ship your motorcycle may seem challenging, especially if it’s your first time. We would like to help you solve the puzzle.
Welcome to the ultimate beginner’s guide on motorcycle shipping! Whether you’re relocating, selling your bike, or going on an extended trip, shipping your motorcycle can be a convenient and reliable option. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the essential steps to ensure a smooth shipping process. From packing and preparation to choosing the right company and understanding insurance without a deductible requirement, we’ve got you covered.
1| Motorcycle Preparation
Getting your bike and yourself ready will help protect your investment and get your bike delivered faster
Clean your motorcycle thoroughly and inspect for pre-existing damage. If you are buying a bike before you see it refer to our used bike checklist.
Remove personal belongings and secure loose parts
Make sure you have chosen locations where a truck can navigate the streets for pick-up and delivery
2| Choosing a Shipping Method
Understand the different shipping methods available (e.g., open transport, enclosed transport).
Open transport is usually less expensive but means your motorcycle will be exposed to weather conditions. Most enclosed transport options use large trailers that protect your bike during transit.
Factors such as cost, distance, weather conditions, and the value of your motorcycle are important considerations here.
Determine whether terminal-to-terminal or door-to-door shipping is more suitable for you. Some companies have options to use their terminals in order to help facilitate the move, making things a bit quicker, easier and sometimes cheaper.
Open Transport
3| Understanding Transport Insurance
It’s often your choice to insure your shipment, know your options
Contact your current insurance company, some offer comprehensive coverage while your motorcycle is being transported
Take the time to research and compare insurance options offered by the different shipping companies
Ensure the insurance coverage includes comprehensive protection for potential damages during transit
Understand the claims process and necessary documentation in case of damage or loss
4| Selecting the Right Carrier
As you would expect, Google is a great resource for finding a motorcycle shipping company
Try searching “Motorcycle Shipping”. Remember, the top 3 results in Google are sponsored ads and may or may not be motorcycle specialists
Look for the company’s Operating Authority (Federal License) as responsible companies will provide this information. You can validate their license by entering the MC number here on fmcsa.dot.gov , the US government’s official website.
Enclosed Motorcycle Shipping
Verify that the company has listed its physical address and phone number for reliable customer service. Be wary if this information is not available.
Look for companies with approved third-party ratings or customer reviews to help ensure their credibility.
Check to see if the carrier offers online tracking to monitor the progress of your shipment.
Opt for professional companies that provide instant online quotes and convenient online ordering
Providing a quote shouldn’t be a complicated task. Avoid submitting your email address to websites that don’t offer you an instant quote. They may sell your lead to random companies and your email will get bombarded.
Choose a professional motorcycle shipping company that can handle the bike with fuel, eliminating the need to drain the fuel before shipping.
Congratulations! You have now gained a solid understanding of the step-by-step process for motorcycle shipping. By following this comprehensive guide, you’ll be well-prepared to ship your beloved motorcycle with confidence. Remember to take your time, research your options, and choose a reputable carrier to ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience. Happy shipping!
Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]
“How will you keep my motorcycle safe?” is one of the questions we hear most often from riders, and for good reason. The unexpected (and literal) bump in the road. Damage from tying down your motorcycle in the wrong spot, or even using the wrong tie-down can result in epic failure. Even seasoned riders can run into trouble when it comes to transporting their bike safely. Heck, many shipping companies also run into trouble, especially when they use a system that’s not customized to the needs of your motorcycle. At Motorcycle Shippers, we do things differently—because shipping motorcycles is what we do, and we love riding as just as much as you.
Motorcycle Shippers was founded by riders, for riders. We know how much your motorcycle means to you, and we’ve spent decades creating and refining our process and systems, which have earned the trust of thousands of riders across the U.S. Here’s a quick rundown of our Advanced Shipping System and the other specific handling procedures that keep your motorcycle safe, whether it’s lightweight, extended-length or a custom model.
Specialty trucks (and amazing drivers)
When you’re shipping your motorcycle, a fully enclosed truck is the way to go. Why? Because it shields your motorcycle from the elements. The fully-enclosed, air-ride trucks in our network help protect your motorcycle from the world outside, ensuring that its pristine finish is in top shape when it arrives at its destination. As for the folks driving the specialty motorcycle shipping trucks, they’re fully licensed, Class A drivers who share our passion for safe delivery. They’re the type of class-act professionals who we’d trust with our own motorcycles in a heartbeat. They’ll call you before they arrive to make your life easier. And some have even been known to check your tire pressure after the long haul.
Secure ramps serve to protect during transport and simplify loading
Before your motorcycle even gets on the truck, we’ve got you covered from every angle. Our customized secure ramps are specially engineered to provide seamless loading and unloading. (If you’ve ever tried to roll a motorcycle onto a truck bed yourself, you already know that this can feel like a Herculean task!)
Steel-reinforced design
Even the smoothest shipping process encounters twists and turns—many of which are unexpected. But even though you can’t anticipate every bump, you can make sure your skid system is ready to withstand them. Our design is reinforced with steel. Then, it’s stress-tested to ensure it goes the distance for your motorcycle.
Soft Cinch tie downs are easy on coated finishes
Soft Cinch tie-downs
Your motorcycle deserves the best, so that’s what we deliver. Our Soft Cinch tie-downs protect the fragile areas on your motorcycle, even if it’s ultra-lightweight. But even though we use the best tie-downs around, the real secret is in how we use them. We strap your motorcycle down to our specialty skid in strategic locations and the platform itself creates a perimeter of protection for your motorcycle that delivers next-level safety.
What’s the bottom line? We’re a group of riders who love our motorcycles, and we’ve spent years engineering a system to help ensure we deliver flawlessly every time. From our specialty trucks and Class A drivers down to the last Soft Cinch tie-down, Motorcycle Shippers are raising the bar for safe motorcycle transport. And there’s more where that came from: “no surprises” quotes, affordable pricing, full order tracking, $7,000 valuation coverage and, of course, thousands of happy riders who have trusted us to get their motorcycle to their new home or bucket list location.
Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]
Want to Give Back? Donate Your Motorcycle to a Veteran
Combat Bikesaver, a Veteran nonprofit organization can use our help.
I learned about this organization when a client wanted to donate their bike to Combat Bikesaver but needed help getting it there. I fell in love with the cause and have never felt a stronger desire to help out a charity. I contacted them directly and we were able to learn so much more, so I wanted to share this story that really moved me.
Four years ago, Kenneth Eakins, Jr., was at a low point. He had worked ever since he was 16, when he detasseled corn and baled hay out in the Indiana cornfields. But now, his disability was keeping him from working as he had always done. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and depression—invisible wounds from his service with the 101st Airborne Division during Desert Storm—were weighing on him as Labor Day rolled around. He decided to attend his town’s parade, hoping to get his mind off his troubles. What he found was lifelong camaraderie.
Kenneth Eakins 1980 Harley FLH
While at the parade, Kenneth met Jason Zaideman, a U.S. Army Engineer Veteran and the founder of Operation Combat Bikesaver (OCB): a nonprofit that uses “hot rod therapy” to help Veterans suffering from PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and depression. Kenneth learned about the group’s program, which trains Veterans in motorcycle fabrication, restoration and customization at no cost. He connected with other Veterans who had rebuilt old motorcycles—and rebuilt themselves at the same time. A Veteran and rider, Kenneth decided to start volunteering with OCB then and there.
At the time, OCB was moving out of Jason’s shed and into its first facility. Kenneth’s first job was to help construct the new OCB workshop. But when his 1980 Harley FLH started having brake issues, he decided to take the next step: participating in the OCB program. He tore down his Harley and customized it from end to end, repainting the motor black and using desert sand cart paint for the tins. Along the way, Kenneth began experiencing the benefits of the therapeutic motorcycle workshop: camaraderie, focus and a new sense of purpose.
“When I’m in the workshop, my mind gets clear and I zone in on one thing: building the motorcycle,” he said. “I have a family here that knows what I’m going through. When we all get together, we’ve all been there, done that and can help each other out.”
Four years later, he’s still hooked on “hot rod therapy.” He orders parts for OCB builds, receives shipments during the week, and serves as a mentor for fellow Veterans around the workshop. And like so many who complete the program, he shares his skills with other heroes ready to rebuild motorcycles and themselves.
Cutting loose and building cool bikes
When Kenneth started volunteering with OCB, he had a background in welding and had already taught himself how to restore his Harley’s motor. He’s also a longtime rider like his father, who rode a 1994 Goldwing that Kenneth still owns today. But for most Veterans, the workshop is a chance to learn motorcycle mechanics from the ground up. There’s no experience, and no motorcycle, required. If Veterans don’t own a motorcycle, they can choose a donated bike to rebuild in whatever style they choose. Every step of the way, they receive the equipment, training, safe environment and family atmosphere they need to customize their motorcycle. Once Veterans finish their bike, they can take it with them or donate it back to the program.
After starting in a little shed in Cedar Lake, Indiana, OCB has now expanded to three locations: Alabama, California and its Indiana headquarters. But the nonprofit hasn’t lost its sense of camaraderie and community. Jason still does custom motorcycle paint jobs onsite at its Indiana workshop. Group rides offer Veterans a chance to take their customized bikes out on the open road. And every Sunday, dozens of Veterans come by to sit, talk and work on their motorcycles.
Kens Custom Tank
Some Veterans have used the skills learned at OCB to start careers in welding, and one even attended the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in Florida. But whether or not Veterans choose to take their skills further, they leave the program with camaraderie and a creative project that breathes new life into a once damaged motorcycle.
How You Can Support Operation Combat Bikesaver
Between 11% and 20% of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom Veterans have PTSD, while about 12% of Gulf War Veterans suffer from the condition. Nearly 30% of Vietnam Veterans have had PTSD in their lifetime. Suicide rates are about 1.5 times higher among Veterans than non-Veterans, a figure that is on the rise. Researchers have found that riding a motorcycle is good therapy for Veterans with PTSD because it reduces stressors—an effect that you can also experience working on creative projects like the bike builds at OCB.
Giving Tuesday might be one day per year, but you can give back to our Veterans any time by supporting OCB. A 501(C)(3) nonprofit, OCB accepts monetary donations (tax deductible for you), but it also needs used motorcycles. Any make and model will do. If the motorcycle you donate can be repaired, it will be matched with a Veteran ready for the challenge. If it’s beyond repair, OCB will tear down the bike and use the parts for its program. Either way, your old motorcycle will get new life as a therapeutic project for our nation’s heroes (and a gateway to the mind-clearing power of riding a motorcycle.)
A few years ago, a rider rode all the way from Florida to Indiana to donate his bike to OCB. But with Motorcycle Shippers, you don’t have to make a cross-country trek to donate your ride. If you’re interested in donating a used motorcycle to OCB, contact our team. We’ll help you identify the closest OCB delivery location (we have over 44 shipping terminals across the US to help you out) and coordinate the entire transport from start to finish.
I’m hoping that our Rider Insider fans can help support their efforts. Every time you donate a bike, we want to do our part to donate along with you. Contact us about very special shipping rates for OCB donations.
Danny Reyes, Shipping Specialist, rider advocate, Angels fan and tailgate warrior. [email protected]
Nothing feels better than getting an awesome deal on a motorcycle. Every once in a while, a rider will get the deal of a lifetime with a lucky “barn find.” Some prefer eBay, Craigslist and other online platforms where you buy directly from the owner. But a lot of riders we know swear by another route: motorcycle auction houses.
There are many types of auctions, all with varying standards. First, there are the luxury collector auctions: the Christie’s of motorcycles. Bonhams and Mecum Auctions are the two best known. Bonhams holds the record for the most expensive motorcycle ever auctioned off ($979K for a 1951 Vincent Black Lightning). Mecum holds the record for the largest ever motorcycle auction.
If you’re a collector looking for the world’s rarest motorcycle or a rider who loves to check out mint condition vintage rides, these auction houses are for you. But if you’re looking to snag the best deal—and judging by this article’s title, we’re guessing you are—then let us guide you to the best auction houses for doing just that.
(Want to snag an unforgettable motorcycle barn find? Read our guide.)
The top auction houses for the best used motorcycle deals
With the rise of all things Internet, it’s no surprise that motorcycle auction houses have popped up online. Many of these auction houses sell motorcycles at cheap prices—and we mean cheap. Some bikes are damaged and/or salvaged; others aren’t. But if you know where to look, what to ask and how to ship your motorcycle once you buy it, auction houses can be the ultimate source for a “once in a lifetime” deal.
First, a quick primer on how online motorcycle auction houses work. In general, the major platforms require the same set of steps before you can bid.
Join the platform
Pay a fee or deposit to start bidding
Submit a business license or find a broker (if applicable)
If you’re bidding on a “no license required” vehicle, you can skip this step. You just need a government-issued ID and the minimum required deposit. You’ll have to pay sales tax on this motorcycle. Want to buy a motorcycle that requires a business license? Then you’ll have to register as a business or use a broker.
Sample Auction Bid
Search vehicles
Join auctions
Place your bid
Pay and pick up your vehicle
These seven steps are fairly standard, though as you’ll see, pricing can vary significantly depending on which platform you use. Which auction house is hiding the best deals on used motorcycles? Start by exploring these three auction houses, which are used often by our customers. (Our customers have also found good deals on CrankyApe, but its list of “Auction” and “Buy Now” motorcycles is looking a bit thin at the moment.)
1| CoPart
CoPart is a 100% online auction house with more than 175,000 vehicles in its daily inventory. Salvage buyers, dealers, body shops, dismantlers and riders all visit CoPart to find used motorcycles. You can find great deals here, but in order to bid, you need to either put down a deposit or upgrade to a Premier account. Here are a few other details to keep in mind about buying a used motorcycle on CoPart.
Fees: To start bidding, either pay a $1,200 deposit or upgrade to Premier. Premier members pay a $199 annual fee and one-time refundable $400 deposit.
The auction itself: Once you’ve found the motorcycle you want, you can either place a preliminary bid or join a live auction. Auction times depend upon the location of the facility with the motorcycle. Facilities in EST begin their auctions at 10 a.m. local time. All others begin at 12 p.m. local time. Evening auctions, for vehicles that didn’t sell during the daytime auctions, run Monday to Thursday at 9 p.m. EST.
Number of Motorcycles (as of today): 32,229
CoPart also offers a mobile app that lets you bid anytime, anywhere.
2| CrashedToys
2019 Indian Auction Bike
CrashedToys was acquired by CoPart in 2013, which is when they began using the CoPart digital platform to expand its capabilities. When you register for CrashedToys, you’ll be required to pay the same fees as on CoPart. CrashedToys has four locations around the U.S.—Sacramento, Atlanta, Minneapolis and Dallas—and has around 1,700 vehicles for sale at any given time. Although it’s much smaller than some of the other auction houses on this list, you can still find good deals on CrashedToys, often with fewer bidders driving up the final price. And as its name implies, the platform specializes in powersports, RVs and boats rather than cars and trucks.
Fees: These are the same as CoPart, its parent company. To bid, either pay a $1,200 deposit or upgrade to Premier. Premier members pay a $199 annual fee and one-time refundable $400 deposit.
The auction itself: After you’ve found the motorcycle of your dreams, you can either submit a preliminary bid or join a live auction. Online auctions run Monday through Friday. Its Atlanta location begins auctions at 10 a.m. EST. All other locations start their auctions at 12 p.m. local time. Just like on CoPart, CrashedToys also runs evening auctions for vehicles that didn’t sell during the day.
Number of Motorcycles (as of today): 1,262
You can also join auctions via the CrashedToys app on Android and IOS.
3| IAAI Auto Auctions
IAAI Auto Auctions often gets compared with CoPart, and for good reason. These two platforms are considered the largest online salvage vehicle auctions. IAAI processes 2.5 million total-loss, damaged and low-value vehicles on its platform annually, and it has more than 200 physical locations across the U.S. and U.K. Like CoPart, IAAI markets itself to dismantlers, body shops and the public. But how does IAAI compare to CoPart? For one, it has fewer motorcycles in its inventory. That doesn’t mean you won’t find a deal there, but the number of bikes to choose from is significantly lower.
Fees: To start bidding as a public (non-business) buyer, you need to upgrade to a bidding account. Doing so requires you to pay a $200 annual fee. But with IAAI, there are other costs to keep in mind; the platform is notorious for adding various fees to your final bid, which are only calculated at that time.
The auction itself: IAAI offers four auction platforms. IAA AuctionNow lets you bid any time on the motorcycle you want. IAA Timed Auctions, which is online only, lets you bid during a specific period of time prior to the start of the normal online auction. With IAA Buy Now, you can purchase the vehicle for a specific price any time. And in some cases, you can join an IAA Online Exclusive sale, with a live auctioneer, which sells particular types of vehicles in one auction. We haven’t seen many of these for motorcycles, but it’s worth keeping an eye out.
Number of Motorcycles (as of today): More than 7,700
You can participate in auctions or purchase vehicles instantly on the IAAI app for Android and IOS.
How to ship your motorcycle from the auction house
Some riders prefer to bid on motorcycles located in their neck of the woods. However, by expanding your geographic limits, you have a much better chance of finding the motorcycle you want at a great price. Because the major auction houses are all online, you’re only limited by your ability to ship the motorcycle to your door. That’s what Motorcycle Shippers does best.
We often get calls from clients who need to coordinate shipping for a motorcycle purchased on CoPart, CrashedToys or IAAI. We’re happy to help you do that. But as you bid on your motorcycle, keep these tips in mind.
Before you bid, ask the auction house these questions:
Kawasaki ZX10 on Liftgate
How many days of free storage do I get? (With CoPart, you get three days from the day of the sale. After that, you start to incur storage fees. At IAAI, it varies depending on the location of the sale. At CrashedToys, it also varies by location. Its Sacramento location offers three days of free storage, including the day of the sale. After that, the prices start at $5 per day and quickly escalate up to $30 per day.)
If I’m buying a salvage bike, are the forks and tires undamaged? (Both need to be undamaged for us to ship your motorcycle)
Once you purchase your motorcycle via an auction house:
Pay for storage in advance; auction companies will typically refund any unused days.
Make sure storage and all other fees are paid before the driver arrives to pick up your motorcycle.
Information that Motorcycle Shippers needs when you book us to transport your bike:
Buyer ID number from the auction house
Lot / stock number of the vehicle
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Release form for the carrier to use for pickup
Verification that the vehicle rolls
Motorcycle Shippers has helped countless riders get their motorcycles from the auction house to their door. We’re here to make the process easy from beginning to end. Are you ready to transport your new (used) motorcycle? Get a free quote online. There’s no hidden fees and no hassle. As long as the motorcycle you buy is in the U.S. and its forks and tires are undamaged, we can transport your bike from any of the major auction houses—all at a flat rate that still ensures you get the best possible deal.
Matt Ellis, Motorcycle Shippers Brand Ambassador. Armed with a laptop and camera, he can often be found at the race track with friends and family. This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission. Thanks. Motorcycle Shippers
How Much Does it Cost to Go to the Sturgis Bike Rally?
Now in its 80th year, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally isn’t just a “can’t miss” event for U.S. riders; it also draws motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world to western South Dakota. Great rides. Drag races. Endless events, food and camaraderie. Once you’ve made it to Sturgis, you’re in another world for 10 days. And as any rider will tell you, the memory of attending is unforgettable.
But as with any trip, there’s also the logistical side of the equation. One of the top searches related to the rally is “how much does it cost to go?” Although your location, the length of your stay and other factors can impact how much your trip ends up costing, some expenses are a given. (And others, like shipping your motorcycle to Sturgis and back, might actually end up saving you time and money.) Here’s a quick checklist of Sturgis rally costs to keep in mind as you’re planning to attend the Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, which is slated for August 6 to 15, 2021.
Sturgis rally costs to keep in mind
Attending Sturgis can wind up being pretty expensive, especially if you stay for the full 10 days and have to travel from somewhere that’s located more than one day’s ride away. Although any rider will tell you that it’s worth every penny. We have included some cost-saving tips below, but most of all we recommend than you plan ahead to help reduce surprises.
| Event Ticket ($60+)
Full festival passes can run well into the $300 range. However, keep in mind that this price can be lower if you purchase earlier. Buffalo Chip is selling 2023 passes for one day ($60), three days ($165) and the full festival ($225 to $275), but those prices are sure to rise as the rally draws closer.
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| Food: ($10/meal+)
At the rally, you’ll find great food options nearly everywhere you look. Normally you can expect to pay a minimum of $10 per person per meal, plus $7 or more per drink. But of course there are super deals if you look around. Of course the Sturgis Buffalo Chip® offers $1 Drafts & Dogs to help satisfy those quick needs. You can find this ridiculous deal at the Woody’s Watering Hole in the amphitheater daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Pro-Tip: Get a meal plan from the Stage West Café. Order one meal at a time or reserve a whole week’s worth of meals and save big with the Sturgis Rider® Meal Deal, leaving you with one less thing to worry about during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally!
| Drinks:($1/drink+)
Ok, this part can get expensive for some, so factor in the cost based on your intake. Here are some tips to help you make it through on a smaller budget. $1 Drafts at Woody’s Watering Hole, $3 Beers and $3 Buffalo Chip Whiskey at the Big Engine Bar, The Rat’s Hole mug, craft beer cans at Club Chip and specials on shots at Bikini Beach and the bar at the Kinison Stage. There’s no excuse for not throwing back a cool one at unheard of prices. Pro Tip: VIP’s drink for free at the Iron Horse Saloon.
| Lodging: ($300/night+)
During rally week, plan to pay anywhere from $300 to $400 per night for hotels and motels. If you’re going with a large group, consider renting a full house to shave dollars off your trip costs. Have an RV? Week-of 30 Amp service can run you $400. If you’re open to camping, you can stay for less—but watch out for additional camper fees, which can quickly add up when you’re staying for multiple days. Need a good place to start your lodging search? Check out the official rally lodging list. Pro Tip: Group up with friends and use VRBO to find a house to rent. You might even have a garage for your rides. Prices can range from $320 and up if you plan ahead (we checked this on 10/15/2020).
Hilton Honors – Hampton Inn Deadwood (Part of Hilton Honors)
| Getting There ($ Varies)
This all depends on how far you’re traveling from. Are you riding your motorcycle to and from the rally? Factor in gas, wear and tear, and time to make sure you have an accurate Sturgis rally budget. Harley-Davidson Insurance provides a good calculation of event fuel costs on its rally page. Many riders tour 300 miles per day just around the Sturgis area. At $7 per 100 miles, that’s $21 per day just in rally riding. And of course, if you’re riding to Sturgis, you’ll need to factor that in, too. (More on that point below.) If you’re flying, purchase your ticket into the Rapid City Regional Airport ahead of time to avoid last-minute price hikes. Also remember to factor in the 40-mile drive (or Uber) from the airport to Sturgis. Pro Tip: Consider shipping your motorcycle either to or from the rally to save time and expense.
What’s the Sturgis rally without a motorcycle? Maybe that explains why, in a recent TripAdvisor forum, overseas riders said they paid up to $300 per day to rent a motorcycle at Sturgis. You’ll likely find a better deal reserving your rental far in advance or renting from outside Sturgis itself. If you’re facing a price in the ballpark of $300 per day, shipping your motorcycle is going to be a less expensive option. And there’s really no substitute for riding your own motorcycle. Pro Tip: Check Eagle Rider Rapid City. We found Harley Road Kings for as low as $139/day when you rent for 7-days.
How much it costs to ship your motorcycle to the Sturgis rally
Depending on where you live and how much time you can set aside for the trip, riding your motorcycle to and from Sturgis can make for a real adventure. And what better way is there to kick off rally week than to roll into town after an epic ride? But in some cases, this just might not be possible for you. When it’s not, you should consider shipping your motorcycle to Sturgis.
When does it make sense to ship your motorcycle to Sturgis? First off, if you live far away from South Dakota and either 1) can’t ride your motorcycle there or 2) don’t have enough time to attend the rally AND take a multi-day ride there and back. It might also be a good option if you want to save your energy for rally-week rides or want to avoid unnecessary wear and tear on your motorcycle. But no matter your reason for doing so, shipping your motorcycle to the Sturgis rally is possible, and it can be surprisingly affordable as well.
Want to calculate the cost of shipping your motorcycle from your door to the Sturgis rally? Use our instant quote tool above to find out now. Select your motorcycle make and model from the dropdowns. Then, put your zip code as the “pick up” and your zip code as the “delivery.” If you don’t have a specific location yet, you can use the Sturgis zip code (57785). Click “Get Quote,” and you’ve got your number.
Not sure how to ship your motorcycle to and from the Sturgis rally (or just one way)? We’re here to help. Drop us a line, and we’ll answer all your questions about the logistics, and costs, of shipping your motorcycle to and/or from the Sturgis rally. And while we’re at it, maybe we can even swap a Sturgis story or two with you.
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