Frequently asked questions

That’s a lot like asking, “What is the average cost of a motorcycle?”. It’s difficult to say what an “average cost” is for motorcycle insurance because it varies by the bike, the location, the rider, and many other factors. The best way to know what the cost would be is to get a free motorcycle insurance quote.

This is another question to which we have to answer: “It depends.” Your best bet is to choose the most complete motorcycle insurance coverage that fits within your budget. You want to be sure that, in the event of an accident, you are sufficiently covered and don’t end up having to pay large bills yourself. That means selecting the right amount of comprehensive, collision, bodily injury liability, property damage liability, accessory, and other coverage to protect you and your bike. If you would like help determining how much coverage you need, feel free to contact one of our specialists at +1.800.236.2453.

Absolutely not. It only takes a few minutes to get a motorcycle insurance quote and it won’t cost you a thing.

No, it does not. Like most insurance companies, we do something called “insurance scoring,” which does take your financial responsibility into account. But unlike the credit checks involved with applying for a loan, we use what is called a “soft hit,” which does not affect your credit score at all.

We will do everything possible to offer you the cheapest motorcycle insurance rates possible. You can also do things like completing a rider safety course, riding safely, and installing an anti-theft alarm system to help lower your rates. You can learn about these and other ways to save on our motorcycle insurance discounts page.

You sure can! Just complete a motorcycle insurance quote online and you will be given the option to continue to purchase at the end of the quote.

We absolutely do!

If you have an accident, there are a few key steps that will help you through the immediate situation and help your claim run smoothly:

1. Move vehicles safely from roadway if blocking traffic. If vehicles are not drivable, leave them where they are for the police to examine.
2. Contact the police.
3. Obtain information regarding any witnesses who may have seen the accident.
4. Exchange information with other people involved, e.g., get their name, address, phone number, vehicle information, license plate number, and insurance information.
5. If you have a camera or cell phone handy, take photos of both vehicles and/or the scene (skid marks, etc.). This can help clear up questions regarding damages and liability later.
6. If the vehicle is inoperable, avoid further damage by having the vehicle towed to a safe location, either your home or a repair shop.
7. Report the accident to your insurance carrier immediately.

There are multiple ways to file a claim with us. You can file a motorcycle insurance claim online or call our claim department at +1.800.236.2453.

Yes, you can. Just go to the online payment page and select the form of payment that is right for you. You can choose from making a one-time payment or setting up automatic payments via a credit card or bank draft so you never have to worry about missing a payment.

The reason to choose a powersports specialist such as Markel Specialty is that we know how to work with you every step of the way. From selecting the right amount and type of coverage to quickly resolving your claim, we understand the needs of motorcyclists better than anyone else—because we’re motorcycle insurance specialists. We know that your bike is not just a car with only two wheels. We know what you need as a motorcyclist because we are who we insure.

Yes. We are part of Markel Corporation, an international company. For more information about our financial standing, visit the Markel web site.