Pick-up trucks and trailers might be the way to get to Sturgis,
South Dakota from Miami, Florida, but going to Key West for a Poker Run
should be about the ride. So try to leave that heavy baggage at home. If
you experience a break down there are lots of sympathetic bikers passing
by to lend you a hand or cell phone. Getting towed back home or to a
shop can be arranged by phone easily. Calling a wrecker without
motorcycle experience is worst then being stranded so make sure you do
your homework before you leave home. Have a plan that includes what to
do in case of a breakdown. Be ready for towing. Know who has the
experience and is local. If you have someone you have used before check
to see if they travel to the Florida Keys on weekends or nights. We have
a small list of motorcycle towing companies that work in the area. Check them out for
yourself and maybe put a number in your wallet or cell phone. I have
seen a few bikes tumble off of a flat bed truck and even more left to
swing around from a hook, it's not a pretty site. If you have folks you
ride with ask them if they have ever needed a tow and who did they use.
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An experienced operator can carefully tow with
a flat bed or even on the hook. Enclosed trailers are always
best for a long haul because they keep the weather off and the
loose parts stay nearby. We have seen lots of bikes get to the
destination with out a seat. That can be a five hundred dollar
mistake now days. Most towing companies with motorcycle
experience also know where a good shop is locally. You may get
back on the road without being towed all the way home. That is
real important if you have a room waiting that you cannot get
your money back on.
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Here are some motorcycle towing companies we located:
Motorcycle
Rescue ( South Florida ) 305-986-6681 / 954-214-0648
Florida Keys
Towing (Florida Keys) 305-289-7301
Prearranged plans are good to have.
Road America
works with the Harley Owners Group (HOG) to provide
assistance for owners of Harley Davidson motorcycles. Read the forums
and Blogs before you depend on AAA for motorcycle towing. When all else
fails someone in your group can bring the ramp and truck or truck and
trailer. With changes in customs inspections (911) and building
motorcycles from scratch (assembled from parts) motorcycle theft is
down. So you are less likely to have your ride disappear from the side
of the road. And yes it is politically incorrect to leave your old lady
with the bike or send her for help while you watch it, so Ante up and
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