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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 10:04 AM
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A buddy and I are thinking of riding our Harley’s from Chicago to California. We would get the bikes shipped to Chicago but would like recommendations on who to use for shipping.
 
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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 10:43 AM
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It has been discussed a few times. Below is the most current thread regarding motorcycle shipping.


https://www.hdforums.com/forum/2018-...g-company.html
 
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Old Jul 5, 2019 | 08:36 AM
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Can't advise on shipping as I'm in the UK but have just returned from doing the exact same trip and can confirm it was an absolutely amazing journey!!
 
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Old Jul 5, 2019 | 05:48 PM
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Why not ride the bike to Chicago then back to California?
 
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Old Jul 5, 2019 | 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by HDriderDave1
Why not ride the bike to Chicago then back to California?
Too long of a ride that way, we want enjoy the trip with the time I have for vacation but it would be fun to see more of the country
 
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Originally Posted by Elwaupo
Too long of a ride that way, we want enjoy the trip with the time I have for vacation but it would be fun to see more of the country
Going to need to explain that one for me.
 
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Old Jul 5, 2019 | 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by kel03
Going to need to explain that one for me.
Simple, that’s the way we want to ride it
 
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Old Jul 7, 2019 | 09:58 AM
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Originally Posted by plasmadaddy
Can't advise on shipping as I'm in the UK but have just returned from doing the exact same trip and can confirm it was an absolutely amazing journey!!
What month(s) did you travel and how long did it take you? I was advised to consider the time of year to travel for the best weather. I’m thinking it would take at least 2 weeks.
 
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Originally Posted by Elwaupo
What month(s) did you travel and how long did it take you? I was advised to consider the time of year to travel for the best weather. I’m thinking it would take at least 2 weeks.
Literally just returned!
Took us 2 weeks including a rest day and a day at the Grand Canyon.
 
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Old Jul 7, 2019 | 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by plasmadaddy
Literally just returned!
Took us 2 weeks including a rest day and a day at the Grand Canyon.
Perfect, that’s about what I figured
 
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