Enclosed Motorcycle Shipping: Cradles, Straps & Trailers

Enclosed motorcycle shipping protects your bike from road grime, weather, and theft during transit—a significant advantage over open flatbed hauling, especially for custom choppers, vintage bikes, and high-value powersports.

Most enclosed motorcycle trailers are outfitted with wheel chocks—often Condor-style chocks that cradle the front wheel—and soft-strap tie-down systems that secure the bike without scratching fairings or stressing suspension seals.

Padded interior walls and wheel-chock cradles prevent the bike from contacting the trailer structure during transit. For custom bikes with extended forks or low-slung frames, confirm the carrier has the right chock and strap geometry.

ATVs, side-by-sides, and trikes require wider bays and different loading ramps. Not every enclosed motorcycle carrier handles full-size powersports, so verify the specific equipment for your vehicle type when requesting a quote.

Drain fuel to the carrier's specified level (often 1/4 tank or less) to comply with DOT hazardous materials rules, and remove loose accessories like mirrors or windscreens that could shift or vibrate loose during the haul.