Bike Movers

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  1. Pitbull

    Pitbull Well-Known Member

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    #1 Pitbull, Aug 13, 2018
    Hi all

    Apologies if this is in the wrong place.

    I am moving house from the Midlands to Northumberland and would prefer to have my bikes moved properly rather that trust the movers.

    Anyone recommend a good bike mover and prices? I have a Street Triple and a Speedmaster which need to go.
     
  2. R_1000

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  4. Pitbull

    Pitbull Well-Known Member

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    #4 Pitbull, Aug 13, 2018
    Thanks guys, just had a quote from A2B and they have said it would be £342.

    Will try the quote compare site now.
     
  5. Graeme Duncan

    Graeme Duncan Well-Known Member

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    #5 Graeme Duncan, Aug 13, 2018
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    I used Baz at www.specialisedmotorcycletransport.com when I bought my bike. He transported it safely from London to the north of Scotland. Provides online GPS tracking as well. That price seems high, I was just under £250 for my transport.
     
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  6. Pitbull

    Pitbull Well-Known Member

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    #6 Pitbull, Aug 13, 2018
    Thanks for the info, thats J&M off the list
     
  7. Repooh

    Repooh Rarely Satisfied

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    #7 Repooh, Aug 13, 2018
    How about renting a two bike trailer, about £50 for a couple of days, hitching up to removers van (assuming they have tow bar), get them to return trailer for a drink and Bobs your new neighbour
     
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  8. Pitbull

    Pitbull Well-Known Member

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    #8 Pitbull, Aug 13, 2018
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    Yes thought about that and getting a tow bar fitted to the car and buying or hiring a trailer. Cost of tow bars and trailer too expensive I can get them moved by one of these specialists for less than the cost of a tow bar

    If I hired a van, I have to leave a car In the Midlands as I work away from home so we have 2 cars.

    Cheapest quote so far is £270
     
  9. Pitbull

    Pitbull Well-Known Member

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    #9 Pitbull, Aug 13, 2018
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    Don't fancy that idea, they need a big rig to move me and al we have in the house, don't trust them to move the bikes, they will move them but I would rather a pro bike mover does it.

    I could ride them up but that is 2 return journeys and I have nowhere to store them atm. Garages are like hens teeth in Northumberland
     
  10. Rocker

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    #10 Rocker, Aug 13, 2018
    Not too bad mate I'd say between £110 and £140 per bike
    Used Route 66 a couple of years ago Leeds to Suffolk £103 don't know if they're still going though
     
  11. Richard Neale

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    #11 Richard Neale, Aug 15, 2018
    Hi I have used Martin Thomas - he works for dealers and private . Very experienced and fully insured with good value. 07970 915560
     
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    #12 Pedro1340, Aug 16, 2018
    2wheeltrans,,,,delivered my sport R from West Sussex to Glasgow in perfect nick,,,,great company & very reasonable,,,kept me informed every step of the way ,
     
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  13. STIFFLER

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    #13 STIFFLER, Aug 16, 2018
    Hi Pitbull, I used PJS Transwift 01902 881484 & 07831559538 a couple of years ago & he got it there & back safely. His name is Peter & based in Sedgeley I think? The CBX Club use & trust him that's how I got his number. Takes photo`s of bike plus a check sheet you sign your happy etc .He does "store" bikes too if that helps? All the best...…..I hate moving house:poop::poop:
     
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  14. Pitbull

    Pitbull Well-Known Member

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    #14 Pitbull, Sep 5, 2018
    Thanks for the replies all.

    It seems £270 is the cheapest for both although I see another couple of options to investigate now.
     
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  15. Pitbull

    Pitbull Well-Known Member

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    #15 Pitbull, Sep 6, 2018
    Just checked their website and unfortunately they have ceased trading.
     
  16. Thruccyboy

    Thruccyboy Senior Member

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    #16 Thruccyboy, Sep 6, 2018
    Have used route 66 transportation now 3 times....100% reliability including moving a bike from Hull to Essex for 125 quid if I remember...Excellent company & totally professional IMO
     
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