Motorcycle Transport Needed in June

Posted: Thu Apr 04, 2019 5:23 pm

Hello forum friends! I've got a move coming up cross country (Rochester, NY to Richmond, VA). I am searching for assistance with moving 4 (or more) motorcycles in an enclosed trailer. It's about 450 miles one way...

I have my own truck to pull the trailer, but don't own an enclosed trailer or have the ability to buy one for this one time use. Is there anyone willing to rent their large enclosed trailer to me or know of any suitable trailers in their network?

I'm trying to cut costs where I can, so hiring a shipper at $500 per bike is not an option.

Thanks in advance for anyone with leads on this

Dean

Posted: Thu Apr 04, 2019 11:40 pm

Dean,

Ronnie and Janet are coming to Spring ride. maybe they can haul 2 or 3 back. Also George is just outside richmond. He might be able to help as he is coming to spring ride.

Peace
Vince

Posted: Thu Apr 04, 2019 11:53 pm

Vince, awesome! Thanks

Posted: Thu Apr 04, 2019 11:56 pm

I cant confirm... Ronnie and Janet may have been planning to stop at Georges for lunch on way back. Have to ask him.

Posted: Fri Apr 05, 2019 2:19 am

A U-Haul 6' x 12' enclosed trailer can be rented one way so you don't have to drag it back. I strapped 3 bikes in one, a 4th ought to be doable.

I'm unloading all my bikes later this month, so we'll have 3 in one of them with any luck.

Posted: Fri Apr 05, 2019 1:27 pm

I think the Vincemeister was in the wine last night !!!

Unless he's bought a new big truck and a 8 bike trailer that he hasn't shown me or anyone on the forum yet Very Happy

, as that's the only way I could haul 4 more bikes on the way home from the spring ride !!!

Posted: Fri Apr 05, 2019 1:41 pm

I think vince was thinking more like take two down from the ride, but that would mean you would have to have space for at least 4 bikes since you'll have two already??

I'm fine with 2 at a time, as long as they're all moved out of my house when I have to hand over keys to the new owner Wink

Keep the ideas flowing fellas, this all could work out

Posted: Fri May 03, 2019 2:00 am

Dean

Was Ronnie able to help?

Peace
Vince

Posted: Fri May 03, 2019 2:02 am

Vince, I didnt end up asking ron because I needed to get 4 in one shot down there. I bought a cheap beat up landscapers enclosed that should fit 4 bikes and put some bearings and tires on it. My hope is to sell it when I get finished with the move Wink

Posted: Fri May 03, 2019 2:29 am

Dean

Awesome. Glad it all working out. George will be a good neighbor. If you need anything reach out to him...

we will miss you and your Dad on the ride.

Peace
Vince

Posted: Fri May 03, 2019 2:37 am

Thanks Vince, looking forward to seeing a new part of the country. Will be nice to have some F bike guys down there too.

Ride safe

Posted: Fri May 03, 2019 3:01 am

Dean,

You will love skyline drive, the blue ridge, and not being far from the dragon. George has 3 1100fs and a 900f in his garage... ride ride ride Smile

Enjoy your new adventures!

Vince