Specialized motorcycle crating, soft straps, and enclosed transport for bikes of every size.
Compass TransitWorks provides motorcycle shipping in every U.S. state. Our carrier network is vetted, federally compliant, and dispatched by U.S.-based coordinators who own your shipment from quote to delivery.
Specialized motorcycle crating, soft straps, and enclosed transport for bikes of every size. We handle individual owners, snowbirds, collectors, dealers, and corporate fleets with the same level of transparency: one quote, one dispatcher, and one accountable carrier.
Call or submit our form. A dispatcher quotes your route in minutes.
We dispatch a vetted carrier and confirm pickup window in writing.
Live updates from pickup to drop-off with a final condition report.
Real reviews from real customers shipping vehicles across the country with Compass TransitWorks.
"Compass TransitWorks moved my truck from Arizona to North Carolina in 6 days. Dispatcher was sharp, driver was on time, zero damage. Would absolutely use again."
"I was nervous about shipping my classic Camaro. They put it in an enclosed trailer with soft straps and sent photos at pickup and delivery. Total pros."
"Best quote of the four companies I called, and the only one that actually picked up the phone after I booked. Smooth coast-to-coast delivery."
Direct answer: Motorcycle shipping is specialized transport of motorcycles, scooters, and powersports vehicles using crated, palletized, or enclosed dedicated motorcycle carriers — never open multi-car trailers.
Motorcycles ship differently than cars. They require specialized tie-down systems (wheel chocks, soft straps on the frame, not the handlebars), enclosed protection for paint and chrome, and dedicated motorcycle carriers or hot-shot enclosed trailers. Compass TransitWorks dispatches motorcycle-specific carriers nationwide.
Motorcycle shipping pricing is set by distance, type of transport, and bike size.
Motorcycle transit times mirror auto transport.
| Option | Best for | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Enclosed trailer | Standard production bikes | Base |
| Crated | Export, ultra-high value | +$150–$400 |
| Palletized | Multi-bike shipments | +$200–$500 |
| Open transport | Generally not recommended | Lower |
Short answer: Most U.S. motorcycle shipments cost $400–$1,200 enclosed.
Price depends on distance, bike size, and whether you choose enclosed, crated, or palletized service.
Short answer: Yes — enclosed is strongly recommended.
Open transport for motorcycles exposes paint, chrome, and electronics to road grime and weather, and the tie-down geometry is harder to control on a multi-car open trailer.
Short answer: Wheel chocks plus soft straps on the frame — never on the handlebars.
Handlebar straps stress the steering head bearings and can crack triple-clamp components on sport bikes.
Short answer: Yes — disclose at booking so the carrier brings the right loading equipment.
Most enclosed motorcycle carriers have ramps and dollies for non-running bikes.
Short answer: Yes — full cargo insurance through the carrier's FMCSA-compliant policy.
For vintage or high-value bikes, ask about supplemental coverage or crated shipment.
Related services: Enclosed Auto Transport · Open Auto Transport · Cross Country Car Shipping · Door-to-Door Vehicle Shipping
Helpful guides: How to prepare your vehicle · Auto transport insurance explained · How much does it cost to ship a car? · How long does it take to ship a car?
Motorcycles can't be tied down like cars. The center of gravity is high, the contact patches are tiny, and handlebar straps stress steering-head bearings on every road bump. Specialized motorcycle carriers use front-wheel chocks that lock the bike upright, then soft straps on the frame (never the handlebars) to secure it.
Crated shipping builds a wooden crate around the bike — the gold standard for export, ultra-high-value vintage bikes, or shipments where the bike will sit in storage. Enclosed shipping uses a motorcycle-specific trailer or a dedicated section of a hot-shot enclosed trailer. For most U.S. domestic shipments, enclosed is the right balance of cost and protection.
Drain fuel to under 1/4 tank. Disconnect or trickle-charge the battery for routes over 5 days. Remove or secure saddlebags, GPS units, and mirrors. Photograph all painted and chrome surfaces in detail. Document any existing chips, scratches, or imperfections.
Motorcycle shipping is available in all 50 states. We dispatch dedicated motorcycle carriers as well as hot-shot enclosed trailers that include motorcycle slots alongside cars. See how to prepare your vehicle for shipping for the full pre-pickup checklist.
Answers to the questions we get most often about nationwide vehicle shipping.
Motorcycle Shipping pricing depends on distance, vehicle size, vehicle condition, and time of year. Most nationwide shipments fall between $600 and $1,800. Request a free quote from Compass TransitWorks for an exact, locked-in price.
Regional shipments inside 1,000 miles typically deliver in 2–4 days. Cross-country routes generally complete in 7–10 days. Expedited dispatch is available when timelines are tight.
Yes. Every carrier in the Compass TransitWorks network carries federally required cargo insurance. Higher-limit policies are standard on enclosed and high-value shipments.
Yes. Compass TransitWorks dispatches carriers across every U.S. state, with launch hubs in Arizona and Tennessee.
Call (833) 742-9186 or use our contact form for a free, no-obligation quote. A dispatcher confirms pricing and pickup within minutes.
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