Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]     Case Study: How a trusted shipping partner helped one savvy motorcycle dealer serve more riders and expand its business online More motorcycle dealers than ever are embracing ecommerce to buck declining sales trends and reach customers outside their own backyard. But that potential also comes with major challenges. In the age of Amazon, customers expect brands to connect … Continue reading Helping Dealers Deliver More Bikes to Riders Across the US →learn more

Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]   Should the Consumer Reports Motorcycle Study Impact Your Decision to Buy or Sell? For what seems like eternities, Consumer Reports has been viewed as the gold standard for rating the top products across various industries. But when it comes to gauging motorcycle reliability, does that same notion apply? In 2015, Consumer Reports National Research Center surveyed more than 11,000 … Continue reading Should You Trust Consumer Reports Motorcycle Reliability Study? →learn more

Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]   If you ask helicopter parents, they’ll definitely say “no way.” But gearhead parents and seasoned riders might have a different idea. So do the makers of the Moto Rocker, who believe it’s never too early to introduce a child to the joys and freedom of riding. How young is too young to learn to ride? Here’s our take on … Continue reading Should Kids Ride Motorcycles? →learn more

Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]   From $710 to $1.32 Million: The Vintage Motorcycle Boom Upward trending gas prices might be one of the reasons you choose a motorcycle over a car, but let’s face it, the biggest draw of a motorcycle is still the incredible feeling of the ride. The freedom of the open road isn’t just a phrase; it’s a whole lot of … Continue reading The 10 Most Valuable Vintage Motorcycles →learn more

Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]   If I was motorcycle I would tell my owner to learn how to properly tie me down. Sounds crazy, right?  Many of us think of our bike as another family member.  I mean, we call them our “baby” but don’t necessarily treat them like one. Moving your bike in a truck, trailer or crate requires proper securing to avoid … Continue reading Getting Tied Down Is Good →learn more

Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]   Motorcycle sales may be down from what they used to be, but U.S. consumers are still buying around 500,000 motorcycles a year. About 842,000 motorcycles were registered in California, a popular market for bikers. Maybe it’s the seemingly eternal summer. Maybe it’s the ocean. Whatever it is, states like California and Florida tend to have more registered motorcycles, riders … Continue reading Finding a Good Deal on a Motorcycle | 2024 Guide →learn more

Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]   It’s been nearly 50 years since Easy Rider took us all on a wild ride across the U.S. from Los Angeles to New Orleans. This iconic tale of “A man [who] went looking for America and couldn’t find it anywhere” reawakened the very soul of American motorcycling and sparked a renewed commitment to film and biking long after it … Continue reading Why Easy Rider is Still Relevant Today (And Some Things You Might Not Know About the Cult Classic) →learn more

Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]   Motorcycle Shipping for Dealers & Powersports Businesses Whether you run a motorcycle dealership, an online powersports retailer, or an auction house, getting bikes to your customers fast and damage-free is critical to your bottom line. Motorcycle Shippers has been the trusted transport partner for dealers and industry organizations since 1994 — including the California Motorcycle Dealers Association (CMDA), BMW … Continue reading Motorcycle Shipping for Dealers & Powersports Businesses — Trusted by CMDA & Industry Partners →learn more

Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]   The motorcycle industry is changing fast. The average age of today’s biker is 47, up from 40 in 2009 and 32 in 1990. There’s no denying that riders are getting older and buying fewer bikes. And that’s leaving a reeling post-recession motorcycle industry looking to the future. Motorcycle manufacturers are placing their hopes on the Millennial generation. But this … Continue reading Winning Marketing Strategies for Motorcycle Dealers →learn more

Posted By Clint Lawrence, founder of Motorcycle Shippers. Helping give riders more freedom to enjoy the bikes they love. [email protected]   The U.S. is full of some amazing rides. But well-known roads have become overrun with joyriders, travelers and commuters, making the odds of having a great ride plummet—especially on the weekends. Every motorcyclist knows that even the best ride routes can be ruined by overcrowding. But have no fear. Exciting options abound; you just have to know where to … Continue reading Using Google Maps to Find the Perfect Ride | 2021 Tips →learn more