Ship a motorcycle from the USA to France

8 US departure ports — weekly sailings to France

We coordinate pickups from anywhere in the continental United States and route your motorcycle to the nearest or most convenient departure port. Weekly sailings are available from all 8 locations.

Arrival port — Le Havre, France

All motorcycle shipments from the USA to France arrive at the Port of Le Havre — France’s largest container port and one of the most significant maritime hubs in Western Europe.

Transit time — USA to France

Expect your motorcycle to arrive in France within approximately 5 weeks from the US departure port — whether departing from the East Coast or West Coast.

RoRo vs container shipping — which is right for your France shipment?

From your door to the departure port

Before your motorcycle reaches the ocean, it travels by enclosed truck from your US location to the departure port. Two options are available for this leg of the journey.

Non-Palletized

Standard domestic leg

Your motorcycle is secured to eye bolts on the floor of an enclosed trailer and transported to the US departure port. Safe, reliable, and the most common option for the domestic portion of international shipments to France.

Palletized

Premium domestic leg

Your bike is secured to a pallet and loaded into an enclosed air-ride trailer with a forklift. Maximum protection for the domestic leg. Recommended for vintage, custom, or high-value motorcycles making the transatlantic journey to France.

Required documentation

Have the following ready before your shipment is booked. Missing documents can delay your departure date.

• Bill of sale
• Customs clearance broker — assigned by AA Motorcycle Shipping (details provided on your Document Receipt)

If you have questions about documentation for your specific situation, call us at 1-888-347-1391 before booking.

What to expect at the Port of Le Havre

Shipping a motorcycle from the USA to France — four steps

Shipping motorcycles from the USA to France since 1983

Every type of motorcycle — shipped internationally

Harleys, BMWs, Ducatis, Triumphs, Hondas, Kawasakis, Yamahas, Indians, Suzukis — cruisers, tourers, adventure bikes, sport bikes, vintage classics, custom builds. If it has two wheels and a motor, we’ve shipped it to France.

• Harley-Davidson (all models)
• Sport bikes & crotch rockets
• Cruisers & touring bikes
• Adventure & dual-sport bikes
• Vintage & classic motorcycles
• Custom builds
• Electric motorcycles
• Trikes & sidecars

For electric motorcycles, oversized bikes, or sidecars, call us before booking — some configurations have special handling requirements for ocean freight.

How to pay for your France motorcycle shipment

• Zelle
• Venmo
• Bank of America deposit
• Wire transfer
• Cashier’s check
• Regular check
• Credit card
• Debit card

We also ship motorcycles to these European countries

France is one of more than a dozen international destinations we serve. If your destination isn’t listed, call us — we ship to more countries than those shown here.

Google reviews — AA Motorcycle Shipping

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Beth M

1 month ago

Arrived ahead of schedule and in perfect condition

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Beth.

Tracy Rose

2 months ago

This was my first time arranging transport for a motorcycle and my experience was excellent. Every step was seamless from quote to payment from pick-up to delivery. The driver communicated with us and was prompt regarding drop off time. I will recommend AA to colleagues and friends needing vehicles transported in the future.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Tracy

Jim Freeman

2 months ago

Due to some communication failures, we were initially sent to the wrong address in Sacramento to drop off my '14 Ultra Limited. After several frantic calls to AA Shipping in San Diego, we finally reached the Valley Relocation and Storage dispatcher who went out of her way to find us in that industrial complex. Danielle was fantastic!! Once she took control of the situation, I was able to ride the bike onto the custom pallet, warehouse gentlemen (super nice and real experts) carefully and expertly strapped the bike down, and my wife and I began our own drive across the country. We arrived in Massachusetts in 6 days; we got a phone call the following day--the bike arrived at the Sterling terminal in Lowell, MA on the 7th day! There, the guys were incredibly helpful getting the bike's battery jumped started. I can honestly say that you could do a lot worse with other motorcycle shippers, but you couldn't do better than AA Shipping. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Jim

T Kidder

2 months ago

AMAZING service!. Julia started off by helping me navigate the on line process, then responded quickly to any questions I had throughout the transport. When a possible additional charge was suggested, Julia was able to mitigate it. My vehicle arrived in perfect condition, and the driver was very careful to unload it with great care. I could not be more pleased with the overall experience. Thank you, AA.

Response from the owner:Thanks very much for the business Todd

Jeremy Runge

3 months ago

Fantastic service from start to finish. I contacted another company before them and was quoted nearly double the price. These guys were professional, affordable, and communicated with me throughout the entire process from pickup to delivery. No hidden fees, no surprises, and my bike arrived without any issues. I highly recommend them to anyone needing motorcycle transport.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Jeremy

Kris Peterson

3 months ago

My interactions with AA Motorcycle Shipping were excellent and the door to door service provided me exceeded expectations. I highly recommend them.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Kris

Dan Reeves

4 months ago

Great service at a great price. Bike arrived early and in perfect condition, and the people were great!

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Dan

Mike Goiricelaya Gonzalez

5 months ago

Very straight forward getting the quote from AA Motorcycle Shipping just like always at a competitive price.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Mike

Michael Heard

5 months ago

My shipment was exceptional. Packaged perfectly on large pallet. Accurate tracking number provided. Customer service very friendly and helpful. Delivery driver went up and beyond the call of duty. They treated my transport like it was their own property. Very professional on all aspects. I highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Michael

Laura Stratton

5 months ago

I have used AA Motorcycle shipping a few times over the last 5years and recommended them many times. Their pricing is fair, they are prompt, courteous, and take great care in what they do. Thanks for bringing my bike to me and for the peace of mind in knowing it will be safe, on time and in the exact shape is was when loaded!! Great job!

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Laura

Riley Jaye

6 months ago

I was extremely hesitant to ship my motorcycle from San Diego to Oregon. The thought of pre-paying $1,000 for strangers to come and load my bike up in their box truck and drive away, hoping to see them again a few days later, made me sick to my stomach. I'm so happy I was absolutely wrong to have any negative thoughts about AA Motorcycle Shipping. They were extremely professional, communicative, and took great care of my bike. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to ship a motorcycle anywhere in the country!

Response from the owner:Thanks for the trust and the business Riley.

Charles Polito

7 months ago

My name is Chuck My bike was shipped from New York to Tampa Florida. It was picked up promptly. It was strapped down wonderful and wrapped. It took only seven days for my bike to come from New York to Tampa not a scratch on it. The service was magnificent. I would recommend it to anyone who needs to ship a bike. They did a wonderful job.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Charles

Caelan Osman

7 months ago

got my motorcycle from Maryland to Utah in a pretty timely manner. I also needed some same day shipping and they were able to accommodate me by allowing me to bring the motorcycle to their shipping facility to get it on a crate. The customer service agent I called was also super helpful (she works in accounting, can't remember her name). Will absolutely use again if the need arises.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Caelan and her name is Julia.

Jeffrey Wendig

8 months ago

Would highly recommend AA for shipping your motorcycle. They were competitively priced, communciated well, and showed up on time when they said they would.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Jeff. We appreciate you.

Jake Kleinschuster

9 months ago

Communicated well and very respectful. Worked fast and well

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Jake

Michal Salac

9 months ago

Bike was delivered on time and in good condition. I was happy with this company’s service.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Michal

MrWebism

9 months ago

AA Motorcycle did a great job moving my bike from Dallas to Las Vegas. The bike was delivered efficiently without any damage which sounds simple but if you've shipped a bike before you know is not always the case. They showed a lot of flexibility by delivering it to a location which wasn't originally requested when I made the reservations. I would use AA again if I needed to move my bike again in the future.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business

Sandy Schoenthaler

9 months ago

Would highly recommend- very timely and professional

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Sandy

Don Kramer

10 months ago

The service was prompt and seamless. I was arranging this shipment from out of state and couldn't be happier with the results. I would use this service again!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the business Don

Jim

10 months ago

Extremely easy to work with and pick up and delivery went exactly as promised.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Jim

Kirk Ohlendorf

10 months ago

Quick to schedule pick up, and fast delivery from Minnesota to California. No issues.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Kirk

Daron Fields

11 months ago

Great Service. Very professional and Fast with there responses. Got my bike in leas than a week. Very good service. Do offer a Military discount. Thank you guys once again

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Daron

John McGreevey

11 months ago

On time very careful got the bike to its destination just fine

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business John

Nina Dias Reino

11 months ago

I had to transport my bike from CA to TN and did not encounter any problems. The bike got there 2 days before the agreement and did not suffer any damages. It was at a fair price, and they had fast and responsive customer service. I would definitely trust them again for long trips like this.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business. We appreciate your trust.

kelly reynolds

11 months ago

Excellent service! They were on time picking up my motorcycle and delivered it exactly where and when I specified. I would definitely recommend AA Motorcyle Shipping for all my transportation needs.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the business Kelly

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Shipping a motorcycle from the USA to France — common questions

• How much does it cost to ship a motorcycle from the USA to France?

  We do not publish flat rates for international shipments as pricing depends on the motorcycle’s year, make, and model, your US pickup location, the departure port, and the shipping method (RoRo or container). Use our international quote form or call 1-888-347-1391 to get an accurate quote for your specific shipment.

• How long does it take to ship a motorcycle from the USA to France?

  Shipping from both the East Coast and West Coast to France takes approximately 5 weeks from the US departure port to the Port of Le Havre. This does not include the domestic transit time from your US pickup location to the departure port, which adds a few additional days depending on where you are in the country.

• What is RoRo shipping and is it safe for motorcycles?

  RoRo stands for Roll-On/Roll-Off. Your motorcycle is ridden onto a specialized vessel and secured to the deck inside the ship — fully protected from the open ocean. RoRo is the most widely used and cost-effective international shipping method for motorcycles, with guaranteed departure and arrival dates. It is our standard method for all shipments to France.

• What is the difference between RoRo and container shipping to France?

  RoRo is the standard method — your motorcycle is secured inside the vessel on its own wheels. Container shipping loads your bike into an enclosed steel shipping container for the ocean voyage, providing maximum protection during the 5-week transit to France. Container shipping is recommended for vintage motorcycles, custom builds, or high-value bikes where added security is the priority.

• What documents do I need to ship a motorcycle to France?

  You will need the bill of sale for your motorcycle. AA Motorcycle Shipping assigns a licensed customs clearance broker on your behalf — the broker’s details are provided in your Document Receipt after booking. Call us at 1-888-347-1391 if you have questions about documentation before booking.

• How does customs and import duty work when shipping to France?

  AA Motorcycle Shipping assigns a licensed customs clearance broker who handles the import process at the Port of Le Havre. The recipient — or an authorized representative — collects the motorcycle at the port and settles applicable import duties and taxes on-site. Duty amounts depend on the declared value of the motorcycle and applicable French and EU import regulations at the time of arrival.

• What does door-to-port mean for a France motorcycle shipment?

  Door-to-port means we pick up your motorcycle from your US address — home, dealership, or storage unit — and coordinate everything through to the Port of Le Havre in France. We handle the US domestic leg and the ocean freight leg. From the port in France, the recipient collects the bike after customs clearance.

• Is a military or veteran discount available for shipments to France?

  Yes — Military, Veteran, and 1st Responder discounts are available for international shipments including to France. Submit your quote online first, then call us at 1-888-347-1391 to apply the discount before booking.