Motorcycle shipping between the USA and Canada
Whether you’ve purchased a motorcycle online and need it shipped across the border, you’re relocating between the US and Canada, or you’re a snowbird moving your bike for the season — AA Motorcycle Shipping handles cross-border motorcycle transport in both directions. Door-to-door service available throughout the USA and Canada. Palletized and non-palletized shipping. Canadian customs handled. In business since 1983.
Or call 1-888-347-1391 — available 7 days a week. Live chat also available.
Cross-border motorcycle shipping for every situation
Are you looking to ship a motorcycle between USA and Canada? Maybe you purchased a new motorcycle, moved, or are a student. Look no further! AA Motorcycle Shipping can ship to all corners of Canada and USA.
The US-Canada corridor handles a wide range of motorcycle shipments — from online purchases to seasonal snowbird moves to permanent relocations. Whatever the reason, the process is the same: we pick up your motorcycle, handle the cross-border logistics, and deliver to your door on the other side.
Online motorcycle purchases
The most common shipment on this route. You’ve purchased a motorcycle on CycleTrader, eBay Motors, or from a private seller in the US (or Canada) and need it shipped across the border to your home. We pick up directly from the seller and deliver to your door. You don’t need to cross the border yourself.
Snowbirds & seasonal moves
Canadian snowbirds heading south for the winter — and back north in spring — are a regular part of our cross-border volume. Ship your motorcycle to your US winter destination and have it waiting when you arrive. Reverse the trip when the season changes.
Relocations & moves
Moving from Canada to the US or US to Canada? Your motorcycle ships separately from your household goods on its own timeline. Door-to-door service means it arrives at your new address without you needing to trailer it across the border yourself.
Students & temporary moves
Studying in the US as a Canadian student, or heading north for a work term? Your motorcycle can follow you. We handle the cross-border process — Canadian customs documentation, border crossing, and delivery to your campus address or accommodation.
Drop off or pick up in Canada — Oshawa, Ontario
Terminal drop-off and pickup is available at our Canadian partner terminal in Oshawa, Ontario — in the Greater Toronto Area, east of the city. Same-day drop-off is available. Place your order first to receive your booking number before arriving.
US Canada Auto Transport — Oshawa Terminal
933 Bloor St. W.
Oshawa, Ontario L1J 5Y7
Located in the Greater Toronto Area. Terminal drop-off available — place your order first to receive your booking number before arriving.
Door-to-door pickup and delivery is available throughout Canada — you don’t need to bring your motorcycle to the Oshawa terminal. We come to your address anywhere in the country.
Ground transport across the US-Canada border — how it works
Unlike ocean shipping to Europe, the US-Canada route is entirely overland — your motorcycle travels by enclosed truck from pickup to delivery, crossing the border at one of the designated commercial crossing points. No vessels, no ports, no waiting weeks for a sailing.
The process starts at your pickup address — anywhere in the United States or Canada. We dispatch an enclosed truck to collect your motorcycle and transport it toward the border. The crossing itself is handled through licensed commercial channels. Canadian customs (CBSA — Canada Border Services Agency) clearance is managed on your behalf using the documentation you provide at booking. For US-bound shipments, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) clearance applies on the American side.
After clearing the border, your motorcycle is delivered directly to your Canadian or US address. Door-to-door service is available throughout the continental United States and across Canada — including British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritime provinces. If you prefer to drop off or collect at a terminal, the Oshawa, Ontario location is available for the Canadian end.
Transit time is considerably shorter than ocean shipping — the US-Canada ground crossing typically runs days, not weeks. The exact timeline depends on your specific pickup and delivery locations and the border crossing volume at the time of your shipment. We’ll give you an estimated delivery window when you book.
Palletized vs non-palletized — cross-border shipping options
The same two shipping methods available for domestic US shipments apply to the US-Canada cross-border route. Choose based on your motorcycle’s value and your budget.
Canadian and US customs — what to expect at the border
Every US-Canada motorcycle shipment crosses a commercial border point. The customs process is handled through the documentation you provide at booking — you don’t need to be present at the border crossing yourself.
For motorcycles shipping from the USA into Canada, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) oversees the import process. A licensed customs broker handles the Canadian import declaration on your behalf. The recipient is responsible for any applicable Canadian customs duties and taxes at the time of delivery. The amount depends on the declared value of the motorcycle and whether it qualifies for duty-free treatment under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA, formerly NAFTA) — motorcycles manufactured in North America may qualify.
For motorcycles shipping from Canada into the United States, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) handles the import clearance. Most motorcycles crossing from Canada to the US are processed routinely. A customs broker manages the US entry on your behalf using the bill of sale and other documentation you provide.
In both directions, having your documentation ready before booking speeds up the process and avoids any risk of customs delays. We’ll confirm exactly what you need when you get your quote.
Documents required for US-Canada motorcycle shipping
Cross-border documentation is straightforward. Have everything ready before booking to avoid any delays at the border crossing.
- Bill of sale (required in both directions)
- Motorcycle title (if available)
- Customs broker assigned by AA Motorcycle Shipping — details confirmed at booking
Specific documentation requirements can vary depending on the province or state of delivery and the motorcycle’s country of manufacture. Call us at 1-888-347-1391 with any questions about your specific shipment before booking.
Three ways to ship your motorcycle across the border
The same service options available for domestic US shipping apply to the cross-border route. Mix and match based on what works best for your pickup and delivery situation.
Door-to-Door
We come to your US address and deliver to your Canadian address — or vice versa. The most convenient option. No need to bring your motorcycle to a terminal on either side of the border. Available throughout the continental USA and across Canada.
Door-to-Terminal / Terminal-to-Door
We pick up from your door and you collect at the Oshawa, Ontario terminal — or drop off at the Oshawa terminal and we deliver to your US door. A practical option for Greater Toronto Area riders who prefer to handle the Canadian end themselves.
Terminal-to-Terminal
Drop off at a US terminal and collect at the Oshawa, Ontario terminal. The most economical cross-border option. Useful for riders who have flexible timing and want the lowest cost on the shipment.
Shipping a motorcycle between the USA and Canada — three steps
The cross-border process is simpler than ocean shipping — no ports, no vessels, no multi-week Atlantic crossing. Ground transport both ways.
Get a quote
Use our USA/Canada quote form or call 1-888-347-1391. Tell us your bike’s year, make, and model, your pickup location (US or Canada), and your delivery address on the other side. For online purchases, provide the seller’s address as the pickup location.
Schedule pickup
We come to your address — home, dealership, or storage unit — anywhere in the USA or Canada. Your motorcycle is secured in an enclosed truck. Non-palletized or palletized depending on your preference. Same-day terminal drop-off is available at the Oshawa, Ontario terminal if you prefer to bring the bike in yourself.
Border crossing and delivery
Your motorcycle crosses the US-Canada border through a licensed commercial crossing. Canadian or US customs clearance is handled on your behalf. Your bike is delivered to your door on the other side. The price you were quoted is the price you pay.
USA-Canada motorcycle shipping since 1983
The US-Canada motorcycle shipping market is dominated by one use case: online purchases. More Canadians buy motorcycles from US sellers than any other cross-border shipment type — the US market is deeper, prices are frequently lower, and the selection on platforms like CycleTrader and eBay Motors is far broader than what’s typically available in Canadian provincial markets. We pick up directly from the US seller and deliver to the buyer’s Canadian address. The buyer never needs to cross the border, arrange a trailer, or figure out the customs process independently.
Snowbirds are the second most common use case. Canadian riders who spend winters in Florida, Arizona, Texas, or California regularly ship their motorcycles south for the season rather than leaving them in storage all winter. The spring return — shipping back north when the Canadian riding season opens — is just as common. We handle both directions and the customs paperwork on each crossing.
AA Motorcycle Shipping is not a broker. We coordinate the full cross-border journey — pickup, overland transport, commercial border crossing, customs clearance, and delivery to your door — under one company. You deal with one contact throughout the process, not a chain of handoffs between a US carrier, a border agent, and a Canadian carrier. That matters on a cross-border shipment where the documentation and timing need to align at the crossing point.
With 47 terminals across the United States, we can pick up from virtually any US state and route your motorcycle efficiently to the Canadian crossing point that serves your destination province. Whether you’re shipping to British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, or the Maritimes — door-to-door service reaches you.
Every motorcycle type — shipped between the USA and Canada
From Harleys purchased at US dealerships to vintage Canadian-spec bikes heading south to winter storage — we ship every type of motorcycle in both directions across the border.
- Harley-Davidson (all models — most common cross-border shipment)
- Sport bikes & supersports
- Cruisers & touring bikes
- Adventure & dual-sport bikes
- Vintage & classic motorcycles
- Custom builds
- Electric motorcycles
- Trikes & sidecars
Shipping an electric motorcycle or oversized trike across the border? Call us before booking — some configurations require additional documentation for the CBSA or CBP crossing and we want to make sure everything is correct before pickup day.
How to pay for your USA-Canada motorcycle shipment
We accept a wide range of payment methods for cross-border shipments.
- Zelle
- Venmo
- Bank of America deposit
- Wire transfer
- Cashier’s check
- Regular check
- Credit card
- Debit card
Google reviews — AA Motorcycle Shipping
“My experience with AA Motorcycle Shipping was excellent. My Softail HD is spotless with no blemishes — it was picked up in Wisconsin and dropped off in California in the same condition. The staff and drivers were kind and professional. I would highly recommend them.”
USA-Canada motorcycle shipping — common questions
Cross-border customs, online purchase shipping, and transit time are the most common questions on this route. We’ve answered them all below.
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How much does it cost to ship a motorcycle between the USA and Canada?
Cost depends on your pickup and delivery locations, your motorcycle’s year, make, and model, and whether you choose non-palletized or palletized shipping. Cross-border shipments also factor in the customs brokerage fee. We don’t publish flat cross-border rates as every route is priced individually. Use our USA/Canada quote form or call 1-888-347-1391 for pricing specific to your shipment.
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How long does it take to ship a motorcycle between the USA and Canada?
The US-Canada route is ground transport — far faster than ocean shipping. Transit time depends on your specific pickup and delivery locations and border crossing conditions. We’ll give you an estimated delivery window when you book. Most cross-border shipments are completed within days, not weeks.
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I bought a motorcycle in the USA — can you ship it to my home in Canada?
Yes — this is the most common shipment on the US-Canada route. We pick up directly from the seller’s address anywhere in the United States and deliver to your Canadian address. You don’t need to cross the border yourself or arrange your own transportation. Provide the seller’s address as the pickup location when you request your quote and we handle everything from there, including Canadian customs clearance.
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Do you ship motorcycles from Canada to the USA as well?
Yes — we ship in both directions. Canada to USA and USA to Canada. The process is the same regardless of direction — pickup at your door, commercial border crossing, US Customs and Border Protection clearance on the American side, and delivery to your US address. Get a quote using the same form for either direction.
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What documents do I need to ship a motorcycle across the US-Canada border?
At minimum you’ll need the bill of sale. Having the title available is also helpful. A customs broker is assigned by AA Motorcycle Shipping at booking and handles the CBSA (Canadian customs) or CBP (US customs) declaration on your behalf. We’ll confirm the exact documentation required for your specific shipment when you get your quote.
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Will I owe Canadian customs duty on my motorcycle?
Possibly — it depends on the motorcycle’s country of manufacture and declared value. Motorcycles manufactured in the United States, Canada, or Mexico may qualify for duty-free entry into Canada under CUSMA (the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement, formerly NAFTA). Motorcycles manufactured outside North America may be subject to Canadian customs duty. Canadian GST/HST also applies to imported motorcycles regardless of origin. Your assigned customs broker handles the declaration and will advise on what applies to your specific bike.
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What is the difference between non-palletized and palletized shipping for Canada?
Non-palletized shipping secures your motorcycle to eye bolts on the floor of an enclosed trailer using ratchet straps — safe, cost-effective, and the standard choice for most cross-border shipments. Palletized shipping loads your bike onto a pallet inside an enclosed air-ride trailer using a forklift — maximum protection, recommended for vintage motorcycles, custom builds, or high-value bikes where the added care across the border is worth the premium.
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Do I need to drain the gas tank before cross-border shipping?
Reduce the fuel level to a quarter tank or below before pickup — this is standard for both the domestic and cross-border shipping process. Disconnect the battery, disable any alarm system, and remove all personal items and loose accessories from the bike. We send a complete pre-shipment checklist when you book so nothing gets missed before pickup day.
Ready to ship your motorcycle between the USA and Canada?
Door-to-door in both directions. Online purchase pickups. Snowbird seasonal moves. Canadian customs handled. One company, start to finish.
Get a USA/Canada shipping quote →Or call 1-888-347-1391 — available 7 days a week. Live chat also available.