Motorcycle Towing Tips

Posted by: Automan on Thursday, May 29th, 2008

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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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