Motorcycle Shipping service from Europe
Motorcycle Shipping service from Europe to South America, North America, Africa, Asia, & Oceania. The cost to ship a Motorcycle from Europe overseas starts at the price of $1475 USD, The price to ship your motorcycle from Europe depends on the make, model, and measure of the motorbike and the wooden shipping box.
The estimated transit time to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to overseas is from 20 to 40 days, the transit time depends on nearest port of departure in Europe and the international port destination overseas, the transit time to ship the motorcycle to overseas will be shorted to the country of destination.
Below is the 2024 shipping guide to send a motorcycle from Europe to overseas.
- 1. Transport the Motorcycle to the port of export in Europe
- 2. Validate the Motorbike export docs with customs in Europe
- 3. Ship the motorcycle overseas from Europe
- 4. The motorcycle arrives from Europe to the port of destination
- 5. Import the motorcycle at the country of destination
Ship a Motorcycle from Europe to USA, CANADA, AFRICA, ASIA, AUSTRALIA never was that simple as with BR LOGISTICS EUROPE that provides the most reliable Motorcycle shipping & package services to overseas.
How much does it cost to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to internationally?
- The average price to ship a motorcycle from Europe ranges from $1475 to $2000.
- The shipping box to ship the motorcycle cost from $500 to $1000
- The duty to import a motorcycle deepens on the duties & taxes at the country of destination
- The price to ship your motorcycle from Europe will vary on the type of motorcycle you have, the dimensions of the vehicle, the method of transport to the shipping port as if you want to ship the motorcycle via plane, or container service, LCL using a crate, wooden box, or roll on roll off service (RO-RO).
Historical ocean freight rates to ship a motorcycle from Europe to overseas
Will ocean freight rates go down to ship a motorcycle from Europe in 2024?, Yes the rates slowly began falling in the first quarter of 2024 and are expected to continue to drop, little by little. You calculate the ocean freight rate based on oil prices (BAF), cargo dimensions, weight, port of export, port of destination, and season congestion. The following annual chart is showing the prices and costs for the year 2024 for average maritime freight to send containers from Europe
These prices to ship your from Europe do not include additional or unforeseen costs that may be added during the course of your reservation or shipment itself. These are not the current or final price to ship your vehicle from Europe, please request a rate for an updated price.
¿How long does it take to ship a motorcycle from Europe?
The average transit time to ship a motorcycle from Europe is from 2 weeks to 6 weeks.
Estimated transit time to ship a motorcycle from Europe:
The average transit times and sailing schedule to ship your motorcycle from Europe to the major ports in the world as the United States ports, Oceanic ports, and Asian ports. The transit time will be faster to European ports, the transit time to the USA will vary depending on the specific port and sailing schedule.Expect longer transit times to Asian ports due to the longer distance.
| Continent of origin | Country of origin | Port of origin | Port of destination | Transit time (days) | Freight price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | Netherlands | Amsterdam | Port of New York/New Jersey | 25 | 1475€ |
| Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Port of Baltimore | 22 | 1475€ |
| Europe | Germany | Hamburg | Port of Miami | 18 | 1475€ |
| Europe | Germany | Bremerhaven | Port of Los Angeles | 2 | 1475€ |
| Europe | United Kingdom | London | Port of Tacoma | 20 | $1475 |
| Europe | United Kingdom | Liverpool | Port of Tokyo | 25 | $1475 |
| Europe | Italy | Livorno | Port of Shanghai | 40 | $1475 |
| Europe | Italy | Civitavecchia (Rome) | Port of Guangzhou | 35 | $1475 |
| Europe | France | LeHavre | Port of Shenzhen | 40 | $1475 |
| Europe | France | Marseille | Port of Hong Kong | 35 | $1475 |
| Europe | Portugal | Lisbon | Port of Sydney | 35 | $1475 |
| Europe | Belgium | Antwerp | Port of Houston TX | 35 | $1475 |
Shortest transit time to ship a motorcycle from Europe
One of the shortest transit time to ship a motorcycle from Europe is the route from Antwerp Belgium to the port of Buenos Aires in Argentina with the Forwarder Company BR LOGISTICS with an average of 20 days of transit. The next shortest route from to ship a Motorcycle from Europe is from Rotterdam Netherlands or Hamburg Germany to Miami United States with a transit time of 30 days to reach the East Coast of America.
Longest transit time to ship a Motorcycle from Europe
The longest transit time to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to international is the route from Livorno to Sidney Australia, with an estimated average transit time between 40 to 45 days. The next longest route is from Paris France to Montevideo Uruguay, with an average of 42 days of transit time to reach South America.
How much does it cost to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to USA?
The average price to ship a motorcycle from Europe to the United States ranges from $1475 to $2000, and the packed or wood box usually cost $500, the price can oscillate depending of the shipping method to send the bike as by plane or by sea, then you have to pay the duties to import a Motorcycle to the United States from Europe are 2.4% duty of the value of the vehicle + $1000 for local charges in the US. To avoid import Duties in the USA you should have ATA Carnet or Carnet de passage for travelers. The estimated transit time to ship your Motorcycle from Europe to USA is from 20 to 30 days, the transit time depends on nearest port of departure in Europe and the international port destination in the USA East coast or West Coast of America.
Price list to ship a Motorcycle to US from Europe
| Port to port Service | Type of vechicle | Ocean Freight rates: |
|---|---|---|
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Boston, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to New York, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to New Jersey, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Norfolk, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Baltimore, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Charleston, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Savannah, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Brunswick, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Jacksonville, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Miami, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Houston, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Galveston, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Freeport Texas, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to California, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Tacoma, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Washington, USA | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Halifax, Canada | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Veracruz, Mexico | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
How much does it cost to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to Canada?
The average price to ship a motorcycle from Europe to Canada ranges from $1575 to $2250, and the packed or wood box usually cost $500, the price can oscillate depending of the shipping method to send the bike from Europe to Canada, as if you ship it by plane or by sea, then you have to pay the duties to import your Motorcycle to Canada from Europe that are 5% to 8% duty (goods and service tax) of the value of the Motorcycle + $1000 for local charges in Canada. To avoid import Duties in Canada you should have an ATA Carnet or Carnet de passage for travelers.The estimated transit time to ship your Motorcycle from Europe to Canada is from 30 to 45 days, the transit time depends on nearest port of departure in Europe and the international port destination in Canada East coast or West Coast of Canada.
Price list to ship a Motorcycle to Canada from Europe
| Port to port Service | Type of vechicle | Ocean Freight rates: |
|---|---|---|
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Halifax, Canada | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Toronto, Canada | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Montreal, Canada | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Vancouver, Canada | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
How much does it cost to ship a Motorcycle from Europe Mexico?
The average price to ship a motorcycle from Europe to Mexico ranges from $1485 to $2085, and the packed or wood box usually cost $500, the price can oscillate depending of the shipping method to send the bike from Europe to Mexico, as if you ship it by plane or by sea, then you have to pay the duties to import your Motorcycle to Mexico from Europe that are 60% to 100% duty & taxes of the value of the Motorcycle + $1000 for local charges in Mexico. To avoid import Duties in Mexico you should have a EURO1 document, or ATA Carnet or a Carnet de passage for travelers. The estimated transit time to ship your Motorcycle from Europe to Mexico is from 25 to 35 days, the transit time depends on nearest port of departure in Europe and the international port destination in Mexico East coast or West Coast of American Continent.
Price list to ship a Motorcycle to Mexico from Europe
| Port to port Service | Type of vechicle | Ocean Freight rates: |
|---|---|---|
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Puerto de Veracruz | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Puerto de Altamira | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Puerto de Manzanillo | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Puerto Industrial Lázaro Cárdenas | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Ciudad de Mexico | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Cancun | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
How much does it cost to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to South America?
The average price to ship a motorcycle from Europe to South America ranges from $1480 to $2025, and the packed or wood box usually cost $500, the price can oscillate depending of the shipping method to send the bike from Europe to South America, as if you ship it by plane or by sea, then you have to pay the duties to import your Motorcycle to South America that will depends on the country of destination, for example in Argentina you will pay 20% VAT & 8% Duty of the value of the Motorcycle + $1000 for local charges in Argentina or Uruguay. To avoid import Duties in South America you should have a document named ATA Carnet or a Carnet de passage for travelers. The estimated transit time to ship your Motorcycle from Europe to South America is from 25 to 35 days, the transit time depends on nearest port of departure in Europe and the country of destination in South America, it can take 25 days to Montevideo or Buenos Aires, and 45 days to Chile or Colombia.
Price list to ship a Motorcycle to South America from Europe
| Port to port Service | Type of vechicle | Ocean Freight rates: |
|---|---|---|
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Argentina | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Uruguay | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Chile | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Paraguay | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Bolivia | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Brazil | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Peru | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Ecuador | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Colombia | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Venezuela | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Panama | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Costa Rica | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Nicaragua | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Honduras | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Guatemala | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Belice | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to El Salvador | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Cuba | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Puerto Rico | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Dominican Republic | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
How much does it cost to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to Africa?
The average price to ship a Motorcycle from Valencia to the United States ranges from $2195 to $3590, and the duties to import a Motorcycle to the United States from Valencia are 2.5% duty of the value of the vehicle + $1500 for local charges in the US.The average price to ship a motorcycle from Europe to Africa ranges from $1750 to $2225, and the packed or wood box usually cost $500, the price can oscillate depending of the shipping method to send the bike from Europe to Africa, as if you ship it by plane or by sea, then you have to pay the duties to import your Motorcycle to Africa that will depends on the country of destination, for example in Nigeria you will pay 35% to 70% Duty of the value of the Motorcycle + $1000 for local charges in Nigeria or South Africa. To avoid import Duties in Africa you should have a document named ATA Carnet or a Carnet de passage for travelers. The estimated transit time to ship your Motorcycle from Europe to Africa is from 20 to 35 days, the transit time depends on nearest port of departure in Europe and the country of destination in Africa, it can take 10 days to Morocco or The Canary Islands, and 45 days to South Africa, or West Africa.
Price list to ship a Motorcycle to Africa from Europe
| Port to port Service | Type of vechicle | Ocean Freight rates: |
|---|---|---|
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Morocoo | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Gambia | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Guinea | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Sierra Leone | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Ivory Coast | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Ghana | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Lome, Togo | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Cotonou, Benin | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Nigeria | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Cameroon | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Gabon | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Congo | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Angola | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to South Africa | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Liberia | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Namibia | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Mauritania | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
How much does it cost to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to Australia & New Zealand?
The average price to ship a motorcycle from Europe to Oceania ranges from $1850 to $2500, and the packed or wood box usually cost $500, the price can oscillate depending of the shipping method to send the bike from Europe to Australia & New Zealand, as if you ship it by plane or by sea, then you have to pay the duties to import your Motorcycle to Oceania that will depends on the country of destination, for example in Australia you will pay 0% Duty + 10% GST of the value of the Motorcycle + $1000 for local charges in Australia or New Zealand. To avoid import Duties in Australia & New Zealand you should have a document named ATA Carnet or a Carnet de passage for travelers. The estimated transit time to ship your Motorcycle from Europe to Australia is from 35 to 45 days, the transit time depends on nearest port of departure in Europe and the country of destination in Oceania, it can take 35 days to Sidney or and 45 days to Auckland New Zealand.
Price list to ship a Motorcycle to Australia & New Zealand from Europe
| Port to port Service | Type of vechicle | Ocean Freight rates: |
|---|---|---|
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Australia | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to New Zealand | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
How much does it cost to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to Asia?
The average price to ship a motorcycle from Europe to Asia ranges from $1850 to $2500, and the packed or wood box usually cost $500, the price can oscillate depending of the shipping method to send the bike from Europe to Australia & New Zealand, as if you ship it by plane or by sea, then you have to pay the duties to import your Motorcycle to Oceania that will depends on the country of destination, for example in Australia you will pay 0% Duty + 10% GST of the value of the Motorcycle + $1000 for local charges in Australia or New Zealand. To avoid import Duties in Australia & New Zealand you should have a document named ATA Carnet or a Carnet de passage for travelers. The estimated transit time to ship your Motorcycle from Europe to Australia is from 35 to 45 days, the transit time depends on nearest port of departure in Europe and the country of destination in Oceania, it can take 35 days to Sidney or and 45 days to Auckland New Zealand.
Price list to ship a Motorcycle to Asia from Europe
| Port to port Service | Type of vechicle | Ocean Freight rates: |
|---|---|---|
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to India | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Thailand | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Bangladesh | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Malaysia | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Singapore | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Philippines | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Indonesia | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Cambodia | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Vietnam | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Taiwan | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to China | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to Japan | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
| Ship Motorcycle from Europe to South Korea | LCL Container Service to ship Motorcycles | from: $1475 |
Key Factors Influencing the Cost of Shipping a Motorcycle internationally from Europe
Shipping a Motorcycle to from Europe varies in cost based on several critical factors:
- Motorcycle Type: Your vehicle’s make and model affect the price.
- Dimensions & Weight: Bigger, heavier cost more to ship.
- Transport Method: Costs differ between container and RORO shipping.
- Europe Location: The starting point in Europe influences the price.
- Destination Method: The cost will be higher or lower depending on the distance between the different countries and continents of the world.
Accurate estimates require detailed information on these aspects. With this data, we can more precisely calculate your motorcycle shipping costs from Europe .
Online motorcycle shipping rate calculator from Europe.
Clicking below link bottom you can request a rate to ship your motorcycle from Europe to overseas as South America, North America, Africa, Asia, & Oceania.
Import a motorcycle from Europe
How to import a motorcycle from Europe to the country of destination in South America, North America, Europe, Asia, Australia or New Zealand? Importing a motorcycle from Europe to overseas starts at a cost of $1475 USD for Shipping, and 2.5% to 120% Import duties of the value of the vehicle to import the motorcycle permanently into a foreign country, the you can avoid import duties doing a temporary import using an ATA Carnet or Carnet de Passage for travelers on Motorcycles.
Can I import a motorcycle from Europe
Can import a motorcycle from Europe Europe to USA, Canada, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Mexico, South Africa, Asia, Australia or New Zealand? The answer is Yes I can import a motorcycle from Europe into the foreign country, if the Motorcycle pass the EPA & DOT standards, and all the import, and customs regulations at destination.
The Temporary import for Motorcycles into are available for up to one year, after a Year the vehicle must leave the country.
Are motorcycle cheaper in Europe?
Are the motorcycles cheaper in Europe than other countries? The motorbikes in Europe are neither cheap nor expensive than the international motorcycles. Depend on the Year, Make & model of the motorbike, for example the prices are more reasonable to buy a classic motorcycles in Europe than to buy them in North America, South America, Asia, Africa or Oceania.
Conclusion: Europe is one of the cheapest places to buy your motorcycle to ship it to overseas.
Documents you need to have to import a motorcycle
When importing a motorcycle, you need several important documents to ensure compliance with customs regulations:
- Original Shipping Documentation: This includes the Bill of Lading (for sea transport), Seaway Bill, or Airway Bill (for air transport).
- Identification: A valid Driver’s License or Passport.
- Vehicle Documentation: Bill of Sale, Foreign Registration, Original Title, and Insurance.
- Regulatory Forms: EPA Form (3520-1) and DOT Form (HS-7) are necessary for environmental and safety compliance.
- Additional Documents: Packing List, Combined Certificate of Value and Origin (CCVO), and a Power of Attorney authorizing your customs broker to clear the motorcycle.
For the latest import tax information or specific guidance related to importing a motorcycle from Europe to your country, contacting the embassy of your destination country is recommended.
Taxes & Duties for Shipping and registering motorcycles from Europe to the foreign country
The taxes & duties to import Foreign-made motorcycles from Europe to the U.S , Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Colombia, Canada, South Africa, Nigeria, China, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand are dutiable. You have to expect to for an used motorcycle, 2.4% to 120% for Duties ^ taxes, The duty is based on the value of the Motorcycle + shipping fee.
Import Fees:
Generally, foreign-made motorcycles imported from Europe to internationally are subject to following fees:
Motorcycle
2.5% to 120% Duty + Import customs clearance, + local charges 0% Duties and taxes if you have an ATA CARNET or Carnet de Passage for travelers.
How to Ship a Motorcycle from Europe to overseas
Your first step on How to ship a motorcycle to overseas from Europe is to follow the Step by Step guide to ship a motorcycle from Europe to internationally, and provide to your forwarder or shipping company the Year, Make, Model, and location of your motorbike.
How to Ship Your Motorcycle from Europe Step by Step Guide:
- Research Shipping Companies: Start by searching for motorcycle shipping companies in Europe that provide international services.
- Request Shipping Rates: Obtain a quote for shipping your motorcycle to your desired destination.
- Choose a Shipping Method: Depending on your needs, select from the following shipping methods: Roll-On Roll-Off service, Container shipping, Shared container service, or Air Cargo.
- Provide Necessary Documents: Submit all required documents to the shipping company to book your motorcycle’s export from Europe.
- Deliver Your Motorcycle: Take your motorcycle to the designated port or export warehouse.
- Make Payment: Complete the payment process with the motorcycle shipping company in Europe.
- Send Release Documents: Forward the release or Bill of Lading to your clearing agent, customs broker, or forwarding company at the destination.
The undercarriage of your Motorcycle must be cleaned before you ship it from Europe to the international port of destination
It is very important to clean your Motorcycle or vehicle undercarriage in Europe before shipping to make it free of foreign soil to prevent the introduction of invasive microorganisms, vegetable or animal products. This should be accomplished through steam cleaning or other thorough cleaning methods.
We recommend to follow the next steps to clean your Motor-Bike before ship it to overseas from Europe:
- Use a Moto Jack to Lift Your Motorcycle to can clean it better
- Take the Wheels if necessary
- Rinse the Undercarriage With a Pressure Washer until it is completely clean
- Then you have to clean it inside and make sure the motorcycle is clean & empty of any strange material as the motorcycle have to be empty to be imported into the country of final destination.
How to Crate A Motorcycle for shipping?
Making motorcycle crate is definitely not easy but necessary to ship your motorcycle from Europe to overseas, making your own wooden box you will be on the money-saving end of the spectrum when it comes to transporting your bike. But purchasing a crate you will have a safe and better wood box to transport your bike internationally, the cost to buy the crate to ship your motorcycle will be anywhere from $500 to $900 depending on the materials it’s made from.
How to Build a Crate to ship your motorcycle from Europe?
If you will make your own motorcycle shipping create, the bike safety is of the more important shipping step. Please Keep note that the crate or wood box will be your motorcycle shipping container. Please make sure you are wearing safety goggles and protective equipment while constructing your crate, and that your workspace is well lit and ventilated for shipping.
You will need to put an oversized pallet on the floor. Place the wood (plywood) overtop the pallet, leaving as little overhang as possible and fasten it to the pallet using screws or nails.
Place your motorcycle on the pallet standing up.
Place shorter 4x4s or 2×3 woods at each corner of the pallet, please them vertically, and secure with screws to the pallet.
Attach plywood to the 4x4s or 2×3 wood to create the sides of the pallet or crate; use a good drilled screw every 2 or three feet to make a cube to protect the bike.
Then you have to lash and secure the motorcycle and make sure it is not moving around.
Fasten the longer 2x4s along the top of the crate to create a good frame to build the shipping box.
Use the last piece of plywood to create the top of the crate; secure with screws, and close it, it should be almost ready to ship.
Please label the motorcycle shipping crate crate with directional arrows and/or “FRAGILE” in large letters., also please paste the shipping label with the word “Motorcycle shipping from Europe & the country of destination”
Ports to ship a Motorcycle from Europe
Below is the list of ports in Europe that you can select the departure to ship your Motorcycle to overseas. Here are some of the busiest ports to ship your Motorbike internationally from Europe:
Port of Antwerp, Belgium
Location of Antwerp, Belgium port Address: Havenhuis Entrepotkaai 1 Antwerp B-2000 Belgium
Coordinates:51º 12' 8'' N, 4º 22' 58'' E
Port of Le Havre, France
Location of Le Havre, Spanish port Address: Terre-Plein de la Barre B.P. 1413 Le Havre, Cedex 76067 France
Coordinates: 49° 28' 1" N 0° 10' 40" E
Port of Hamburg, Germany
Location of Hamburg, German port Address: Mattentwiete 2 Hamburg D - 20457 Germany
Coordinates:53° 31' 29" N 9° 57' 48" E
Port of Lisbon, Portugal
Location of Lisbon, Portuguese port Address: Alcantara Maritime Station Lisbon, Lisbon 1350-355 Portugal Coordinates: 38° 41' 57" N 9° 9' 32" W
Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands
Location of Rotterdam, Dutch port Address: P.O. Box 6622 Rotterdam 3002 AP Netherlands
Coordinates:51° 55' 38" N 4° 17' 54" E
Port of Livorno, Italy
Location of Livorno, Italian port
Address: Palazzo Rosciano 6 Livorno, LI 57123 Italy
Coordinates: 43° 33' 21" N 10° 18' 11" E
Types of Shipping Methods to ship a Motorcycle from Europe
The shipping methods and options to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to overseas are the roll on roll off service (RO-RO), Full container load with cars (FCL), Shared container shipping to USA(LCL), or Air Cargo.
Roll on Roll off Service from Europe to ship a Motorcycle
The Roll on Roll off service or RORO shipping service or ferry is one of the most popular methods to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to overseas (if the service is available), this shipping service offers to ship your bike to ports in America, Africa, Asia, South America, Oceania just driving it onto and off of the ship vessel in Europe and rolling the car out discharge the car of the vessel at destination, with a cheap coast of transport, making this method one of the best one to ship a motorcycle from Europe to internationally.
Roll on roll of service to ship a motorcycle from Europe to overseas
Advantages of the Roll on Roll off / RORO Shipping service to to ship a Motorcycle from Europe:
- Cost-Effective: RORO shipping allows you to transport running motorcycles from major European ports to international destinations at very competitive rates.
- Specialized Services: This method offers specialized RORO services tailored for motorcycles to regions including America, Africa, South America, Asia, and Oceania.
- Fast Transit: Enjoy fast shipping times with transit from ports like Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao, Vigo, Malaga, and Santander to various international ports taking only 17 days.
- Lower Charges: Compared to container shipping, RORO offers lower local export and destination charges for motorcycles shipped from Europe.
Motorcycles Container shipping service from Europe to overseas
Ship a Motorcycle in a container shipping service from Europe to overseas is your exclusive container shipping, it will cost you more than a RO-RO motorbike shipping service, but your Motorcycle or your e-bike are the only ones in your container to internationally.
Advantages of the Container Shipping service for Motorcycles from Europe:
- Versatility: Container shipping is ideal for transporting non-operational motorcycles, such as those from auto auctions like Copart or IAAI.
- Capacity: You can load between 10 to 20 motorcycles into a single 40ft container, maximizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Additional Storage: The option to include personal belongings, such as personal effects or furniture, in the same container provides added convenience.
- Exclusivity: Each container shipment offers exclusivity, meaning your motorcycles and goods are not shared with other shipments, ensuring privacy and security to your destination.
Shared Container Shipping Service for Motorcycles from Europe to overseas
This is the most affordable option to ship motorcycles from Europe. This shared container shipping service for Motorcycles from Europe to internationally is very efficient to ship non runner motorbikes , as not all the ports accepts motorcycles for shipping into the vessels. However, there is a disadvantage to this method: you will have to wait until the whole container is filled with other motorcycles before it can be loaded onto the container ship and set sail. Therefore, your departure date cannot be guaranteed.
Advantages of the Shared Container Shipping service for Motorcycles from Europe:
- The best plus to this method to ship your motorbike with a Shared Container service from Europe is that you can place additional items into the crate.
- Your motorcycle doesn’t have to be working to use this option, you can ship a non runner motorbike using a shared container shipment from Europe.
How many days does it take to ship a Motorcycle from Europe?
The estimated transit time to ship a Motorcycle from Europe to overseas is from 2 weeks to 4 weeks, with an average transit time of 20 days to ship a Motorbike from Europe to internationally.
Top 5 most popular routes for shipping motorcycles from Europe to overseas
At BR LOGISTICS EUROPE company, we offer you a professional international car shipping services from the major ports in Europe to overseas destinations, as loading motorcycles in to containers, ro-ro for motorcycles shipments, air cargo for Bikes or E-Bikes, international transport of Motorbikes for the routes to send the vehicles internationally.
Here are the top 5 routes from Europe to the major ports in the world.
| Origin port in Europe | Overseas International Destination |
|---|---|
| From Port: Antwerp, Belgium, Code: BEANR | Port of destination: Buenos Aires Argentina; Port Code: ARBUE |
| From Port: Bremerhaven, Germany, Code: DEBRV | Port of destination: Montevideo Uruguay; Port Code: UYMVD |
| From Port: London, UK, | Port of destination: Miami Florida USA; Port Code:USMIA |
| From Port: Le Havre, France, Code:FRLEH | Port of destination: New York, USA; Port Code: USNYC |
| From Port: Valencia, Spain, Code:ESVLC | Port of destination: Sidney, Australia; Port Code: AUSYD |
How to Ship an e-Bike with Lithium Batteries Installed?
In order to ship your Electric Motorcycle with its lithium battery installed from Europe to overseas, you’ll need to take a few steps to ensure the safety of the bike shipment. This might include:
- Confirm if your motorcycle has a lithium metal or lithium-ion batteries (Shipping companies handle them differently)
- Get approval to ship your e-bike from the airline, the courier, or the vessel company, and potentially the national authorities
- Ensure that the battery & motorcycle are not damaged and has been packed carefully, we recommend to make a wood box.
- Put a dangerous goods label on the shipment box of your Electric Motorcycle
- Have the eBike packed by someone with a current HazMat certification, BR LOGISTICS EUROPE offers the full package service to ship your Electric Motorbike
- Get the right documents and certifications, including a Material Safety Data Sheet of hazardous materials, the UN38.3 Certificate (proves your battery has been tested according to UN guidelines in your Motorcycle), Certificate of Origin or title (shows where your bike was manufactured), Certificate for the Safe Transport of Goods DGD (verifies the safety of your bike, and approval to ship it overseas)
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BR LOGISTICS USA INC is widely recognized as a premier vehicle shipping company from Europe to overseas, renowned for its exceptional international RORO service, container shipping service, and car and motorcycle shipping services. The name “BR LOGISTICS USA INC” has become synonymous with excellence in export motorcycles from Europe to Asia, China, United States… and import car services , marked by unfailing punctuality and a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. This reputation shipping vehicles from Europe is clearly reflected in the glowing testimonials found in Google reviews, underscoring the company’s commitment to exceeding customer expectations and maintaining its top-ranked status in the industry.
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