Motorcycle Transports to Alaska
AIR FREIGHT CURRENTLY NOT POSSIBLE DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS, WE ARE WORKING ON ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORT OPTIONS
General Information
Packaging
For transport to Alaska, the motorbike must be packed in a crate. Just talk to your local motorbike dealer, they are often happy if the outer packaging of new vehicles can be disposed of free of charge. You will usually have the best luck with dealers of Italian or Japanese manufacturers. Many brands have already switched to reusable packaging, but don’t be discouraged! Basically, it saves money to keep the box as small as possible, e.g. remove the front wheel. Alternatively, the packaging can be done by a company we use in Hamburg. However, this would be a much more cost-intensive option, as no dismantling is carried out on the motorbike for liability reasons and the packaging is more generous. Additional luggage can be packed as long as it does not contain hazardous materials in accordance with aviation regulations (e.g. batteries/rechargeable batteries). (e.g. batteries/rechargeable batteries, methylated spirits, engine oil, aerosol cans) When constructing the transport crate, it should be noted that heat-glued wood such as plywood, chipboard or OSB boards are used. These do not have to be certified separately. The crate must be completely closed, including the floor, especially when being transported by air. This is the only way to ensure that no unwanted objects can be deposited by third parties. Our prices are calculated individually, so please specify the length, width and height (remove the mirror / window!) and weight – the volume is primarily decisive, i.e. the smaller the crate, the cheaper the transport costs.
Transport to Anchorage
There is only the possibility of transporting the motorbike by air freight, Alaska is not directly approached by ship from Europe. The transport time is approx. 5 days. It is possible to collect the fully packed transport crate from you by lorry with a lifting platform and pallet truck.
Transport back
Due to the lack of infrastructure and return flight connections, we can only offer one-way transport here. The American homeland security connection prohibits the transport of private goods on passenger flights from the USA. Return transport from the USA, Canada or South America is possible; we would be happy to provide you with a quote for this as well. Please let us know the point of departure.
At the destination
Die Übernahme und Zollabfertigung vor Ort erfolgt in Eigenregie, die einschlägigen Zolldokumente werden von uns zur Verfügung gestellt. Der Zeitaufwand beträgt für die Zollabfertigung in den Anchorage erfahrungsgemäß etwa 3 Stunden, aber dann steht dem Urlaub mit dem eigenen Bike nichts mehr im Wege, die Transportdauer beträgt ca. 1 Woche.
Zoll
A Carnet de Passage is not required in the USA and Canada. However, an exemption must be requested from the EPA authorities; you will receive the necessary instructions and the obligatory customs documents from us once the contract has been concluded. For the final import of vehicles, please contact the automobile club or the local customs authorities for binding information.
Contract and payment
Once you have decided to book, we will draw up a forwarding contract, which you will sign and return to us. The transport will be invoiced shortly after you pick up/drop off the motorcycle; we do not charge a deposit on conclusion of the contract!
Transport insurance
We offer optional transport insurance against total loss and damage to the motorcycle during transportation. The premium is 0.95% of the vehicle value, minimum € 160.00. Paint damage and oxidation are excluded, vehicles over 9 years old can only be insured against total loss. Unfortunately, any luggage stowed in the transport box cannot be insured; we recommend that you enquire about luggage insurance. In the event of damage, this must be visible from the outside, the excess is € 500.00 per claim.
Prices
The costs are based on the size of the transport crate and amount to approx. € 2,000.00 for a standard travel enduro from various airports to Anchorage plus airport charges of approx. US$ 150.00 on collection. The price is based on current tariffs and includes the current fuel, dangerous goods and security charges in addition to the German handling charges. Please consider this as a rough price indication and let us know your transportation details for an exact calculation.
We hope this information has been helpful for you and we are looking forward to a feedback. Do you like to receive a detailed offer? Please inform us about measures of your box and your motorcycle as well as your planned travel time. We are pleased to submit an individual calculation free of charge.
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