Towing Your Bike Without Scratching the Paint

Motorcycle towing service for riders in Los Angeles who need safe transport

When your motorcycle breaks down on the side of the freeway or refuses to start in a Los Angeles parking lot, you need a tow that keeps the bike upright and protected. CJ's Tow & Transport offers motorcycle towing throughout Los Angeles, using equipment designed to secure bikes without scraping fairings, bending mirrors, or stressing the frame. We work with riders who have sport bikes, cruisers, touring models, and older machines that need careful handling during transport.


Motorcycle towing requires a flatbed or specialized wheel chock system that holds the front tire in place while soft straps secure the handlebars and frame. We do not drag bikes or use chains that contact painted surfaces. Whether your motorcycle has a dead battery, a blown tire, or engine trouble, we load it onto the truck and deliver it to your home, your mechanic, or a storage facility without adding damage.


If your bike is stranded in Los Angeles and you need it moved, contact us with the make, model, and location so we can send the right truck.

We arrive with a flatbed truck and wheel chock system that holds the front tire steady while we strap down the bike. In Los Angeles, we often pick up motorcycles from tight spaces like apartment garages or narrow street parking, so we position the truck to allow a straight roll or push onto the bed. Once the bike is on the flatbed, we use soft loop straps around the handlebars and lower frame to keep it upright without compressing the suspension fully.


After the motorcycle is secured, you will see it sitting level on the bed with no contact points on the tank, seat, or bodywork. The straps are tightened just enough to prevent movement during transport, and the bike remains stable through turns and stops. You receive a call or text when we arrive at the drop-off location, and we unload the bike using a ramp or lift gate to avoid sudden impacts.


We do not perform roadside repairs or diagnostics on the motorcycle. Our service is strictly transport, and we move the bike in whatever condition it is in when we arrive. If the bike has fluid leaks, damaged fairings, or missing parts, let us know ahead of time so we can prepare containment materials and adjust tie-down points.

How We Secure and Transport Your Motorcycle


People who call for motorcycle towing usually want to know whether their bike will be scratched, how long pickup takes, and whether they need to be present when we load it.

  • What types of motorcycles can you tow? We tow sport bikes, cruisers, touring motorcycles, dirt bikes, and scooters. As long as your bike fits on a flatbed and weighs under eight hundred pounds, we can move it safely.
  • How do you prevent scratches or damage during towing? We use soft loop straps that wrap around the handlebars and frame without touching painted or chrome surfaces. The wheel chock holds the front tire upright, and we never use chains or hooks that contact the body.
  • How long does it take to pick up a motorcycle in Los Angeles? Pickup and loading usually take fifteen to twenty minutes once we arrive. Transport time depends on distance, but most trips within Los Angeles are completed in under an hour from pickup to drop-off.
  • Do I need to be there when you load the motorcycle? You do not need to be present as long as we have clear access to the bike and a destination address. If the motorcycle is locked in a garage or gated area, someone will need to provide access.
  • Can you tow a motorcycle with a flat tire? Yes, we can tow motorcycles with flat tires. The wheel chock and straps keep the bike stable regardless of tire condition, and we roll it onto the flatbed carefully to avoid rim damage.

Most riders want to know what to expect


CJ's Tow & Transport has towed hundreds of motorcycles across Los Angeles, and we treat every bike like it belongs to us. If your motorcycle is stuck and you need it moved without damage, learn more about our process or reach out with your bike's location and where it needs to go.