BFRTransport

FAQ

Everything riders ask us

Straight answers, including to the uncomfortable questions about straps, paperwork and damage. Anything not covered here — ask on WhatsApp and a human answers in English.

How much does it cost to transport a motorcycle in Thailand?

It depends on the route, the size of the bike and how far the pickup and delivery addresses sit from our corridors. Message us on WhatsApp with your bike model and the two locations and you get a written quote — the price you see is the price you pay.

How long does delivery take?

We run consolidated loads along three fixed corridors, departing when a run fills rather than on a rigid timetable. Short corridors like Bangkok–Pattaya or Bangkok–Hua Hin see the most frequent runs. Tell us your dates on WhatsApp and we confirm the next realistic pickup window before you commit.

Will the straps damage my paint or suspension?

This is the most common fear we hear, and it is fair — badly strapped bikes do get damaged in this industry. We use soft loops at the handlebars and frame so ratchet hooks never touch paint, the front wheel sits in a chock, straps are kept clear of the exhaust, and we do not crank the suspension fully down. Moving blankets go between bikes on shared loads.

Can you transport big bikes?

Yes — big bikes are a core part of what we move, from adventure bikes to cruisers. We load with proper ramps and wheel chocks and secure with soft tie-downs. Tell us the model on WhatsApp so the crew arrives with the right setup.

Do I need to drain the fuel or remove anything?

No. Unlike Thailand Post, we do not need the tank drained or the battery disconnected. Ride the bike to the truck as it is; mirrors and panniers can usually stay on — we confirm details for your model when you book.

What paperwork do I need? What if the green book is not in my name yet?

For a straightforward move we just need your contact details and the pickup and delivery addresses. If you have just bought the bike and the ownership transfer is still in progress, tell us on WhatsApp — road transport does not carry the same registration requirements that stop people using the post or the railway.

Is my bike insured during transport?

Ask us on WhatsApp about the coverage that applies to your bike and route — we explain exactly what is included, in writing, before you book. Every bike is also photo-documented at pickup and at delivery so its condition is on record at both ends.

Will I get updates during the move?

Yes. The same WhatsApp thread you book in is where you get pickup confirmation, condition photos and delivery updates — one conversation from first message to handover.

Can I send my helmet or luggage with the bike?

A helmet and soft luggage that straps securely to the bike are usually fine. Tell us what you want to send on WhatsApp and we confirm before pickup.

How do I pay?

You receive the price and the payment options in writing in your WhatsApp quote before you commit to anything, so there are no surprises at the truck.

Do you deliver to Koh Samui, Koh Phangan or Koh Tao?

We deliver to the ferry piers — Donsak for Samui and Phangan, Chumphon for Koh Tao — timed to your sailing, and you ride the bike onto the boat yourself. Ask on WhatsApp and we align the schedule.

Can you move a bike that does not start?

Usually yes — non-runners can be loaded with the ramp and winched or pushed aboard, as long as the bike rolls. Describe the situation on WhatsApp so we send the right equipment.

Can I travel together with my motorcycle?

Our trucks cannot take passengers, so plan to travel separately — most customers fly or take the bus and meet the bike at the delivery address, following the move on WhatsApp in the meantime.

How far in advance should I book?

A few days of notice makes it easier to slot your bike into the next run on your corridor, but short-notice moves are sometimes possible — it never hurts to ask.

Which areas do you cover?

Three loops cover most of the country: Korat–Bangkok–Phuket down the southern peninsula, Ubon–Bangkok–Chiang Mai across lower Isan and up the central plains, and Rayong–Bangkok–Udon Thani linking the Eastern Seaboard with upper Isan. All three meet at our Bangkok hub, which lets us combine legs for cross-country moves.

A question we didn't answer?

Send it over — you talk to the people who actually run the trucks, not a call centre.

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