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Roy's Towing & Recovery

Motorcycle Towing · 155 S 13th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Call +1 515-225-6088

24/7 towing and recovery company covering the Des Moines metro with light through heavy duty towing and roadside assistance including jump starts, lockouts and tire changes. A customer testimonial on their site describes them hauling a Harley.

What to ask a tow operator before they load your bike

  • Do you carry motorcycle-rated straps or a wheel chock, and how will you secure the bike? Soft loops through the triple clamp or frame, never around the bars or a fairing.
  • Flatbed or wheel-lift? A motorcycle needs a flatbed, or a purpose-built cradle. A wheel-lift built for cars is the wrong tool.
  • Will you take a bike that will not roll, for example with a seized rear wheel or a bent fork?
  • What is your service radius, and is the price by the mile or a flat call-out? Ask for the number before you give the address.