Motors & Drives Information

How to prepare your motorcycle for towing and get to a new destination safe and in one piece? Here is a list of motorcycle towing tips:

• Check for damages: To prevent disputes of possible damage during shipment, make a report of any existing damage prior to pickup. You may also want to take dated pictures of your motorcycle.
• Clean your motorcycle: It will be helpful to you and the driver when inspecting it before towing for any markings or damage.
• Special instructions: Have a specific list with any problems your motorcycle may have. You carrier will want to know of such things during the loading and unloading of your motorcycle.
• Accessibility: Make sure that both your pick up and drop off locations of your motorcycle are tractor-trailer accessible.
• Alarm: If your motorcycle has an alarm, please disable it before towing.
• Tires: Make sure that your tires are properly inflated and that you don't have any fluid leaks.
• The Battery: Must be secure and the battery cables must be protected from causing an electrical short. Fluids must not be leaking.
• Weight: Know the weight of your motorcycle to avoid over billing.
• Gas Tank: It's always a good safety precaution to drain your gas tank and remove your battery. If you are towing your motorcycle in a crate, draining the gas tank is required.
• Unlock the Steering: Make sure it is unlocked and remove the keys.
• Mirrors: If possible, fold them all in.
• Forks: Keep them unlocked.
• Loose Items: Remove empty saddle bags, glove boxes, etc. These items will not be insured if they are included with your shipment.
• Inventory Sheet: Maintain an inventory sheet signed by the motorcycle towing company.

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