Crate Requirements for shipping motorcycles with a crate. Help with shipping crates overseas. JC Motors (800) 730-3151

Your Crate Must:


1) Be built to withstand the normal hazards of shipping, valuation claims my not be valid if not. Shipments moving outside the US are also subject to exporting laws governing the material from which the crates are made.
2) Allow your package to be moved using a fork lift or pallet jack.
3) Secure your freight properly inside. Even after you have constructed a solid crate, you must make sure that the product inside is fastened down in a way that won't allow it to come loose during transport.
4) Be completely enclosed. The covering should protect the crates contents and may be made of wood, steel, or similar sturdy construction. If shipping internationally, the crate must be certified for transport.
5) Not be leaking any fluids.
6) Be marked on the outside with the final delivery address or any other required information.

If Your Shipment includes an Internal Combustion Engine:

1) Fuel must be drained completely.

2) All other fluids should be drained. Regardless, you must make sure that nothing is leaking from the product you are shipping.

3) The battery must be securely fastened in the battery holder of the vehicle, and be protected in such a manner as to prevent damage and short circuits. Completely disconnect the battery if possible

Crating Options:

1) Purchase a crate
JC Motors can deliver a re-usable crate right to your door that you can assemble yourself, no tools required! Internationally Certified.
We manufacture Pop-Up Crates™

2) Hire a professional crating company
Look in the Yellow Pages under "Packing". Be sure to choose a crating company who is familiar with your shipment and has been in business for a while. Let the company know that once they have crated your shipment, JC Motors will have it picked up directly from them. If your package requiring transport is located in Southern California, JC Motors can do the crating for you.