Why motorcycle towing requires specialist equipment
Towing a motorcycle is fundamentally different to towing a car. A car sits on four wheels, has its own weight holding it in place, and can be strapped down relatively simply. A motorcycle is a two-wheeled vehicle that wants to fall over. It has exposed components that scratch easily — fairings, mirrors, exhaust pipes, levers, tank. It has suspension that compresses under strap tension. And it has no natural stability on a moving truck bed.
This is why we carry specialist motorcycle towing equipment on every job where a bike is involved. Ratchet straps with soft loops (to prevent handlebar and frame scratching), wheel chocks (to hold the front wheel steady), and proper loading techniques that keep the bike upright throughout the journey. Your motorcycle is treated the way you'd treat it — carefully.
Types of motorcycles we tow
We transport every type of motorcycle ridden on Australian roads:
- Sports bikes and supersports — low ground clearance, exposed fairings, high-value. We use extra care with soft ties on clip-ons and tank protection during loading.
- Cruisers and tourers — heavier, wider, often with panniers and windscreens. We accommodate the extra width and weight with appropriate strap positioning.
- Naked bikes and standard motorcycles — the everyday workhorses. Straightforward loading with standard tie-down procedure.
- Dirt bikes, trail bikes and enduro — lighter, often without number plates, frequently towed from rural locations around the Bundaberg hinterland.
- Adventure bikes — tall, heavy, often loaded with luggage. We handle the height and weight with proper loading angles.
- Scooters and mopeds — smaller and lighter, but still need proper securing to prevent sliding on the truck bed.
- Trikes and three-wheelers — wider than standard bikes, requiring adjusted strap positioning and loading approach.
- Classic and vintage motorcycles — often irreplaceable, sometimes without modern handlebar configurations. We take extra time and care with older machines.
When you need motorcycle towing in Bundaberg
Common reasons riders call us include:
- Mechanical breakdown — engine won't start, electrical fault, clutch cable snapped, oil leak, overheating
- Flat tyre — most riders don't carry a spare (and can't change one roadside anyway)
- Accident or crash — damage that makes the bike unrideable, insurance recovery required
- Purchased a bike — bought a motorcycle privately or at auction and need it transported to your home or workshop
- Interstate transport — moving a bike from Bundaberg to Brisbane, Gladstone, Hervey Bay or beyond
- Track day or event transport — getting an unregistered bike to and from a track day or show
Our motorcycle loading process
Assessment. Before touching the bike, our operator assesses the best loading approach. Where are the solid tie-down points? Is the bike on its side stand or centre stand? Are there any pre-existing damage points we need to note?
Loading. The tilt tray is lowered to ground level, creating a gentle ramp. The bike is walked or rolled up the ramp (engine off, neutral gear). For bikes that can't be rolled (seized wheels, crash damage), we use a dolly or careful manual lifting with two operators.
Securing. Front wheel goes into the wheel chock. Ratchet straps with soft loops are attached to solid frame points — never to the handlebars, mirrors, or any flexible component. The suspension is compressed evenly on both sides. The bike should be vertical and immobile before the truck moves.
Transport. We drive carefully, avoiding sudden braking and hard turns. Your motorcycle is checked at each stop to confirm the straps haven't loosened and the bike hasn't shifted.
Unloading. Straps are released in reverse order, wheel chock is removed, and the bike is carefully rolled off the tilt tray at your destination.
Motorcycle towing costs in Bundaberg
Motorcycle towing within Bundaberg's urban area is priced similarly to car towing — typically between $100 and $200 for a standard local job. Longer distance transport (e.g., Bundaberg to Brisbane, or to a specialist repairer in Hervey Bay) is quoted based on distance. We always give you a clear price over the phone before dispatch.
Need your bike towed? Call 0451 252 501 — we'll bring the right equipment and treat your motorcycle the way it deserves.