Motorcycle Recovery in Greater Manchester: What Riders Need to Know

Motorcycle recovery requires specific equipment and training that is different from car or van recovery. A motorcycle cannot simply be attached to a wheel lift or strapped onto a standard flatbed without proper securing equipment — an unsecured bike on a moving flatbed can fall and be destroyed even at low speeds. Greater Tow Services carries specialist motorcycle recovery equipment at all five depots.

Equipment for Motorcycle Recovery

Proper motorcycle recovery uses a dedicated wheel chock to hold the front wheel upright, combined with tie-down straps attached to the frame — not the handlebars, forks, or bodywork. Our recovery vehicles carry adjustable wheel chocks for different wheel sizes, appropriate tie-down straps with protective sleeves, and padded matting to prevent fuel tank and fairing contact damage. If you are calling for a motorcycle recovery, tell us the make, model, and whether the bike is upright or fallen when you call.

Classic and Vintage Motorcycles

Classic motorcycles require additional care due to their age, often irreplaceable parts, and the difficulty of damage assessment on older components. Our team will always discuss the specific requirements for a classic bike before loading. We are experienced with Triumph, BSA, Norton, and other British classics as well as older Japanese and European motorcycles. For very rare or high-value machines, a bespoke recovery arrangement can be discussed.