10/09/2026
🏍️ CHEAP MOTORCYCLE TRANSPORT – IS SAVING £50 REALLY WORTH THE RISK?
This photograph was passed to Eric by one of our customers after he sold a motorcycle from his collection. The buyer arranged their own transport. We were quite horrified hence the post.
This is what turned up to collect it - see photo. 😳
The motorcycle was laid down in the back of a general purpose van amongst carpet and other items.
When Eric later arrived to transport another motorcycle from the same collection, the customer was surprised by the difference in how we operate at ETS.
Our dedicated motorcycle transport van has non slip flooring, wheel chocks, specialist straps designed to avoid damaging fairings, a full width 3m ramp, internal and external lighting plus a camera allowing Eric to monitor the motorcycles throughout the journey.
Then there are the things you can't see – our specialist Goods in Transit insurance specifically covering motorcycles, Eric's experience and knowledge plus our electronic collection and delivery forms with signatures and photographic records.
We often hear “someone else can do it £50–£75 cheaper.”
And they probably can.
But are you comparing like for like?
If you've just spent £5,000, £10,000 or £20,000+ on a motorcycle, is saving £50–£75 worth it if the transporter doesn't have the right equipment or appropriate insurance if something goes wrong?
We've written a new blog explaining what motorcycle owners should consider when comparing motorcycle transport quotes.
👉 Read the full article on our Motorcycle Transport Blog:
https://etsmotorbiketransport.co.uk/?post_type=post
A van can move a motorcycle. Professional motorcycle transport is about getting it there safely.
