Motorcycle Towing Dallas–Fort Worth — Flatbed Only
Motorcycle transport in Dallas-Fort Worth requires specialized equipment and rider-trained operators — not the same wheel-lift or hook setup used for cars. At NW Towing & Transportation, every motorcycle move uses an upright trailer system with front wheel chocks, soft cam-buckle straps, and rubber-lined contact points so your bike arrives without a single scuff to the frame, exhaust, fairings, or paint. We handle daily-driven cruisers, $40k+ sport bikes, vintage and classic motorcycles, ADV bikes loaded with luggage, dirt bikes, ATVs, and side-by-sides — across Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, Arlington, Irving, McKinney, and the rest of the DFW metroplex. Whether your bike broke down mid-ride on I-35, needs a lift to a dealer for service, is heading to a track day at Eagles Canyon, or you just bought a bike across town and need it home safely, our motorcycle transport service has you covered 24/7.
What's Included
Why Motorcycle Transport Is Not Car Towing
A motorcycle has no roll cage, no crumple zone, and a center of gravity that shifts the instant it leans past vertical. That is why we never treat a bike like a four-wheeled vehicle. Where a car gets winched onto a flatbed and chained at the wheels, your motorcycle gets a completely different process built around keeping it upright, balanced, and untouched at every fragile contact point — fairings, exhaust, levers, and tank included. Below is exactly how our DFW motorcycle process differs from standard towing, and what that means for your bike.
Upright, never on its side
Cars ride flat on a bed; motorcycles ride upright on their own two wheels, locked into a front wheel chock. Laying a bike down to save loading time risks bent levers, cracked fairings, leaked fluids, and a scuffed tank — we never do it.
Soft straps to the frame, not the bars
Standard tow chains hook a car's frame or axle. We use soft cam-buckle tie-downs anchored only to your motorcycle's frame, subframe, or designated points — never the handlebars, mirrors, or fork seals, which can be damaged by the compression a careless strap job creates.
DFW routes chosen for the ride quality
We plan motorcycle pickups around the smoothest practical route across the metroplex — avoiding the worst expansion joints and construction stretches on I-35, I-635, and the LBJ corridor — because a bike strapped upright feels road imperfections differently than a car bolted to a deck.
Bike-specific kit on every dispatch
Before we roll, the operator confirms your bike type — sport, cruiser, touring, ADV, or off-road — and loads the matching chock size and strap set. A Goldwing, a lowered Harley, and a KTM dirt bike each need a different setup, and bringing the wrong one is the most common way other companies damage a bike.
How It Works
Book Your Pickup
Call 214-882-0100 or request online. We'll confirm your bike type, weight class, and pickup/delivery locations to dispatch the right trailer.
Specialist Dispatch
A motorcycle-trained operator is dispatched with the correct trailer, chock size, and strap kit for your specific bike — sport bike vs cruiser vs ADV all get different setups.
Secure Loading
Your bike is rolled (or push-loaded if non-running) into the wheel chock, leveled, and secured with soft straps at frame/subframe contact points only — never handlebars, levers, fairings, or mirrors.
Safe Delivery
Your motorcycle arrives upright, undamaged, and ready to ride. You receive timestamped post-transport photo confirmation and a digital job report.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does motorcycle transport cost in DFW?
Local DFW motorcycle transport typically starts around $85–$125 for the first few miles depending on bike size and time of day, with a per-mile rate after that. Long-distance Texas runs and after-hours calls are quoted individually. You always get a firm price before we dispatch — no surprise fees.
Can you tow a motorcycle that won't start?
Yes. We push-load non-running motorcycles into our transport system using a winch when needed. We routinely handle bikes that are dead, dropped, damaged, missing parts, or otherwise unable to be ridden — including post-accident pickups from the scene or impound.
Do you transport custom, vintage, or high-value motorcycles?
Yes — custom builds, choppers, vintage classics, and high-value motorcycles (Ducati, Aprilia, BMW, Harley-Davidson CVO, etc.) are a regular part of our work. For unusual configurations, call us first so we can bring the right chock and strap kit and discuss handling notes.
How are motorcycles secured during transport?
We use a front wheel chock combined with soft cam-buckle tie-down straps attached only to the frame, subframe, or designated tie-down points — never handlebars, levers, mirrors, or fairings. The bike sits fully upright on its own wheels for the entire ride.
Do you transport dirt bikes, ATVs, and side-by-sides?
Yes. Dirt bikes load the same way as street bikes. ATVs and side-by-sides are transported on our flatbed instead of the motorcycle trailer. Call to confirm we have the right equipment for your specific off-road vehicle before we dispatch.
Can you pick up a motorcycle from a dealer or auction in DFW?
Absolutely. Dealer and auction pickups are common — we just need the seller's contact info, pickup address, and any release paperwork. We can also coordinate directly with sales staff at major DFW dealerships if you provide written authorization.
Do you transport motorcycles outside the DFW area?
Our home coverage is the full DFW metroplex (Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Denton counties), but we run long-distance Texas motorcycle transport on request — Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Waco, Tyler, and across state lines by quote. Long-distance runs are typically scheduled 24–48 hours in advance.
Is my motorcycle insured during transport?
Yes. Our cargo insurance covers your motorcycle for its fair market value during loading, transport, and unloading. For motorcycles valued above standard policy limits (high-value customs, collector bikes), let us know in advance so we can confirm coverage.