Professional Motorcycle
Towing in Sonoma County
Rodas Auto Towing LLC specializes in safe, professional motorcycle towing throughout Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Cotati, Novato, San Rafael, Richmond, Vallejo, Sebastopol, Sonoma, Napa, and surrounding areas. We understand that your motorcycle is more than just transportation — it's your pride and joy.
That's why we use specialized equipment and trained operators to ensure your bike is transported safely and securely, every time. Unlike standard tow trucks that can scratch paint, bend handlebars, or damage fairings, our flatbed trucks and motorcycle-specific tie-down equipment keep your bike upright, stable, and damage-free from pickup to delivery.
Whether you're stranded on Highway 101 with a breakdown, need your bike picked up from a dealership, or want it transported to a track day — call (415) 312-3494 and we'll handle it with care.
Safe Motorcycle Transport
Motorcycles require special care during towing. Unlike cars, they can't simply be hooked up and dragged — they need to be properly loaded, secured upright, and protected from movement during transport. Standard tow operators without motorcycle experience risk dropping your bike, scratching paint, bending controls, or damaging fairings. Our team uses professional motorcycle towing equipment specifically designed for two-wheeled vehicles.
How to Prepare Your Bike for Towing
Turn off the engine and remove the key
If the bike is still running, shut it down. Remove the key and keep it with you — not in the ignition or saddlebags.
Note any existing damage
Before we load, take quick photos of your bike from all angles. This documents its condition pre-transport and protects both of us.
Remove loose items
Take off any removable items — tank bags, phone mounts, GPS units, loose saddlebag contents. These can shift or fall during transport.
Let us know about any special concerns
Custom paint job? Fragile fairings? Aftermarket exhaust that sticks out? Tell us before loading so we can take extra precautions with strap placement and padding.
Leave the rest to us
We handle loading, securing, and transport. You don't need to help push, steer, or hold the bike. Our equipment and training take care of everything.
Can't get to your bike? No problem — we handle pickup of non-running, fallen, and accident-damaged motorcycles without any preparation needed.
We Tow All Types of Motorcycles
Sport Bikes
From Yamaha R1s to Kawasaki Ninjas, Ducati Panigales to Honda CBRs — we transport all sport bikes with care. Low fairings, clip-on bars, and aggressive riding positions mean these bikes need proper chocking and strap placement to avoid cosmetic damage. We secure sport bikes at the triple clamp and rear axle for maximum stability.
Cruisers
Harley-Davidsons, Indian Scouts, Honda Shadows, Yamaha V-Stars, and all other cruisers transported safely and comfortably. Heavier cruisers require proper loading technique and tie-down points — we use the frame and handlebars, never the chrome or accessories. Your pipes, bags, and windshield stay untouched.
Touring Bikes
Gold Wings, Road Glides, BMW GTs, and other large touring motorcycles are heavy and wide — they need experienced handlers who know how to balance and secure 800+ pound machines. We use wider wheel chocks and multiple tie-down points to keep touring bikes rock-solid during transport.
Dirt Bikes & Off-Road
KTMs, Hondas, Yamahas, Kawasakis, Huskys — we transport all dirt bikes and off-road machines. Whether your bike broke down on a trail, needs to get to a race, or just needs a ride home — we pick up from trailheads, tracks, and off-road locations. Knobby tires get the same chock treatment as street rubber.
Scooters
Vespas, Hondas, Yamahas, and electric scooters transported safely with the same professional equipment. Lighter machines still need proper securing — we strap them down just as carefully as a full-size motorcycle. Pickup from anywhere including parking lots, college campuses, and residential areas.
Custom & Classic Bikes
Your custom build or vintage motorcycle is irreplaceable — we treat it that way. Extra padding, careful loading, and gentle strapping protect one-of-a-kind paint jobs, custom chrome, and fragile vintage components. We've transported show bikes, cafe racers, bobbers, and barn finds with zero damage.
When You Need Motorcycle Towing
We're here to help in a variety of situations:
Breakdowns & Mechanical Issues
Engine won't start, electrical failure, transmission problems, clutch cable snapped — whatever the mechanical issue, we'll get your bike to the shop safely. We pick up from any location — highway shoulders, gas stations, parking lots, residential streets, and rural roads. Available 24/7.
Accident Recovery
If your bike was involved in a collision, we recover it from the scene with care. We coordinate with law enforcement, document the pickup for your insurance claim, and transport to the body shop or storage facility of your choice. Even badly damaged bikes are loaded and secured properly.
Purchase Transport
Bought a motorcycle online, at a dealership, or from a private seller? We'll pick it up and deliver it to your home, shop, or storage. No need to rent a trailer or risk riding an unfamiliar bike home. Door-to-door service across Sonoma County, Marin County, and Northern California.
Long Distance Moving
Relocating and need your bike transported? We offer long-distance motorcycle towing throughout Northern California — San Francisco, Oakland, Sacramento, and beyond. Your bike rides on a flatbed with zero miles put on the odometer. Call for long-distance rates.
Service/Repair Transport
Need to get your bike to a shop but it's not rideable? Whether it's scheduled maintenance, warranty work, or a restoration project — we pick up from your home or storage and deliver to the mechanic or dealer. We also do return trips when the work is done.
Emergency Roadside
Flat tire, dead battery, ran out of gas, chain broke — if you can't ride it, call us. We'll either fix the issue on the spot (jump start, fuel delivery) or load your bike and take it where it needs to go. Available 24/7 for emergencies.
Why Choose Us for Motorcycle Towing
Specialized Equipment
We invest in professional motorcycle towing equipment — wheel chocks, soft straps, ratchet tie-downs, and loading ramps designed for two-wheeled vehicles. This isn't an afterthought added to a car tow truck — it's purpose-built for bikes.
Experienced Riders
Our team understands motorcycles because we ride them. We know where to strap, where NOT to strap, how to compress the suspension properly, and how to handle different bike types. Your bike is in the hands of people who care.
Damage-Free Transport
We use soft straps that won't scratch paint, chrome, or fairings. Wheel chocks keep the front end stable. Ratchet straps compress the suspension to prevent bouncing. The result: your bike arrives in the exact condition we loaded it.
24/7 Availability
Motorcycle breakdowns and accidents happen at all hours — including late night rides and weekend trips. We dispatch 24/7/365. Call any time and a real person answers.
Affordable Rates
Fair pricing confirmed before we dispatch. No surprise fees, no mileage games, no after-hours surcharges. We quote it, you approve it, we show up. That's it.
Fast Response
In the Petaluma area, we typically arrive in 15-25 minutes. Santa Rosa and surrounding areas in 20-35 minutes. We know that when your bike is down on the side of the road, every minute matters.
Motorcycle Towing Service Areas
We provide professional motorcycle towing throughout Sonoma County, Marin County, and the greater Bay Area. Our trucks respond on Highway 101, Highway 116, Lakeville Highway, and all surface streets. Whether your bike broke down on a mountain road, needs pickup from a dealership in Santa Rosa, or transport from a private seller in San Rafael — we cover it.
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Call Rodas Auto Towing now for professional motorcycle towing service. We're available 24/7 for emergencies.
No membership needed. No hidden fees. No after-hours surcharges.