Joe Barajas
★★★★★
4 days ago
I had my 1968 MGB towed by Closeby Towing. Daniel was friendly, professional and the price was reasonable. Highly recommend.
Specialized Motorcycle Transport
Motorcycle
Towing
San Diego
Specialized flatbed & wheel-lift equipment built for motorcycles. No damage to your bike — guaranteed. Serving all San Diego 24/7.
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Paul Stevenson
★★★★★
1 week ago
Daniel was very professional and helpful. He got my Jeep Compass home after being stranded. I recommend CloseBy Towing in San Diego.
Brenda Valadez
★★★★★
13 hours ago
Great service! The driver arrived sooner than expected, and made a stressful situation much easier! If you ever need roadside assistance this is the company to call!
Jacob Perkins
★★★★★
14 hours ago
Fantastic and professional towing service. Very friendly and very fair, affordable prices. Would recommend to anyone looking for a tow.
Adam Perse'
★★★★★
17 hours ago
This company was very fast and helpful. I blew a tire on Olympic Parkway during rush hour traffic and they truly made me feel like a priority.
Joe Barajas
★★★★★
4 days ago
I had my 1968 MGB towed by Closeby Towing. Daniel was friendly, professional and the price was reasonable. Highly recommend.
Paul Stevenson
★★★★★
1 week ago
Daniel was very professional and helpful. He got my Jeep Compass home after being stranded. I recommend CloseBy Towing in San Diego.
Brenda Valadez
★★★★★
13 hours ago
Great service! The driver arrived sooner than expected, and made a stressful situation much easier! If you ever need roadside assistance this is the company to call!
Jacob Perkins
★★★★★
14 hours ago
Fantastic and professional towing service. Very friendly and very fair, affordable prices. Would recommend to anyone looking for a tow.
Adam Perse'
★★★★★
17 hours ago
This company was very fast and helpful. I blew a tire on Olympic Parkway during rush hour traffic and they truly made me feel like a priority.
Purpose-Built for Bikes
Why Regular Tow Trucks Damage Motorcycles
Standard tow trucks use chains, hooks, and dollies designed for cars. On a motorcycle, that means scratched chrome, cracked fairings, bent handlebars, and damaged exhaust. CloseBy uses motorcycle-specific equipment — wheel chocks, soft-loop straps, and hydraulic flatbed ramps — so your bike arrives in the same condition we found it.
Wheel Chocks
Front wheel locks into a steel chock bolted to our flatbed deck. Your bike stands upright without anyone holding it.
Soft-Loop Straps
Nylon loops wrap around handlebars and frame without touching paint or chrome. Ratchet tension holds firm without crushing.
Hydraulic Flatbed Ramp
Low-angle loading ramp means your bike rolls on gently. No dragging, no lifting, no risk of a drop.
Every Bike, Every Brand
Motorcycles We Tow
Sport Bikes
Yamaha R1, Kawasaki Ninja, Honda CBR, Suzuki GSX-R, Ducati Panigale
Low-clearance fairings and clip-on bars require careful loading technique. Our soft-strap tie-down system secures your sport bike without contact to painted bodywork or carbon fiber.
Harleys & Cruisers
Road King, Street Glide, Softail, Indian Chief, Vulcan, Boulevard
Heavy touring bikes up to 900+ lbs are no problem. Our hydraulic flatbed ramp and winch handle the weight safely. Saddlebags, windshields, and chrome stay untouched.
Dirt Bikes & Dual Sport
CRF450, KTM EXC, WR250, DRZ400, KLR 650
Coming back from Anza-Borrego or Otay Mountain with a broken chain or blown fork seal? We pick up dirt bikes trailside and transport them home or to your mechanic.
Trikes & Scooters
Can-Am Spyder, Harley Tri Glide, Vespa, Honda PCX, Yamaha XMAX
Three-wheelers need wider deck space. Scooters need delicate handling. We have the right straps and chocks for every configuration — no bike is too small or too unusual.
When You Need Us
Common Motorcycle Emergencies
Freeway Breakdown
Chain snaps on I-5, overheating on I-15, or flat tire on I-8 — freeway breakdowns are dangerous on two wheels. We arrive with full LED safety lighting, traffic cones, and a flatbed to get your bike off the shoulder fast.
I-5, I-8, I-15, SR-163, SR-56Accident Recovery
Motorcycle accidents require extra care. We photograph damage before loading, use soft straps to avoid further harm, and coordinate with insurance companies. Your bike gets treated like evidence — handled with precision.
All San Diego roadsDead Battery
Left the key on at a Gaslamp parking garage? Battery drained overnight in Pacific Beach? We'll attempt a jump start first — and if the battery is beyond help, we tow your bike to your home or shop.
CitywideFlat Tire on the Road
Most motorcycles don't carry a spare. A nail on the 163 or a blowout on Friars Road means you're stuck. We load your bike on our flatbed and deliver it to the nearest tire shop or your preferred mechanic.
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Every motorcycle tow is different. Call us and we'll give you an exact price before we dispatch — no surprises, no hidden fees.
Upfront price before dispatch
No hidden fees or surcharges
Credit, debit, cash, Apple Pay
Insurance billing available
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Pay after delivery — not before
All San Diego
Motorcycle Towing Coverage
We tow motorcycles across every neighborhood in San Diego County.
DowntownPacific BeachOcean BeachMission BeachLa JollaPoint LomaHillcrestNorth ParkKearny MesaMira MesaClairemontMission ValleyEl CajonLa MesaChula VistaNational CityPowaySanteeSpring ValleyCoronadoEncinitasDel MarRancho BernardoScripps RanchCarmel Valley
Common Questions
Motorcycle Towing FAQ
How do you secure a motorcycle on the flatbed?
We use motorcycle-specific wheel chocks that lock your front tire in place, combined with ratchet soft-loop straps attached to the handlebars, frame, and rear axle. Soft loops prevent any chrome or paint scratching. Your bike is secured at four points minimum — it's not moving an inch during transport.
How much does motorcycle towing cost in San Diego?
Pricing depends on distance, time of day, and pickup location. Call us and we'll give you an exact quote before we dispatch — no surprises on your bill. Freeway recovery may include a safety surcharge.
Can you tow a motorcycle that's been in an accident?
Yes. We handle accident-damaged motorcycles with extra care. We photograph the damage for insurance documentation, use specialized loading techniques for bikes with bent frames or missing fairings, and transport to the body shop, impound lot, or your home — wherever you need it.
Do you tow Harley-Davidsons and heavy touring bikes?
Absolutely. Our flatbed ramp and hydraulic winch handle bikes up to 1,000+ lbs. Road Kings, Street Glides, Gold Wings, Indian Chieftains — we tow heavy touring bikes daily. Saddlebags, tour packs, and windshields stay on and stay protected.
How fast can you get to me?
Our average response time across San Diego is 15-25 minutes. Freeway breakdowns on I-5, I-8, or I-15 are often faster because we have trucks positioned along major corridors. We dispatch the closest available truck the moment you call.
Can you transport my motorcycle long distance?
Yes. We handle long-distance motorcycle transport across California and beyond. Whether you bought a bike in LA, need to ship to a specialty shop in Orange County, or are relocating — we offer enclosed and open flatbed options for long hauls.
Do you tow dirt bikes and off-road motorcycles?
We do. Broken down after a ride in Anza-Borrego, Otay Mountain, or the Corral Canyon OHV area? We'll pick up your dirt bike trailside (as close as our truck can safely reach) and transport it home or to your mechanic.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover), cash, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Zelle. Payment is collected after your motorcycle is safely delivered — never before.
Bike Broke Down in San Diego?
Don't trust your motorcycle to a generic tow truck. Call the specialists — we'll be there in 20 minutes.
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