Certified Motorcycle Appraisals — All 50 States from $149
Insurance agreed value, bank loans, estate, resale, and legal purposes. Same-day online delivery. Accepted by Hagerty, Markel, Dairyland, Progressive, and all major motorcycle insurers.
Why Motorcycle Collectors Need a Certified Appraisal
A vintage or collector motorcycle is not a depreciating commuter bike — it's a collectible asset. Standard book values like NADA or Kelley Blue Book don't capture the true market value of a restored Indian Chief, a numbers-matching Harley-Davidson Knucklehead, or a low-mileage Vincent Black Shadow. Insurers, lenders, and courts require a certified appraisal from a qualified appraiser to establish what the motorcycle is actually worth.
American Classic Appraisals produces USPAP-compliant certified motorcycle appraisals accepted by all major collector insurers, banks, credit unions, and probate courts nationwide. Our appraisers understand the collector motorcycle market — from pre-war American iron to vintage Japanese superbikes to European exotics — and produce reports that hold up to scrutiny.
We appraise motorcycles of all types: American V-twins, vintage British bikes, classic Japanese, European, custom choppers, bobbers, café racers, and modern collectibles. If it has collector value, we can appraise it.
Motorcycle types we appraise
Don't see your bike type? Call us — if it has collector value, we can appraise it.
When You Need a Motorcycle Appraisal
Collector motorcycles require certified documentation across more situations than most owners realize.
Insurance agreed value
Lock in the number your insurer pays in the event of a total loss. Accepted by Hagerty, Markel, Dairyland, Progressive Collector, and Foremost — the major carriers for collector motorcycles.
Insurance appraisal details →Bank loan & financing
Lenders can't use NADA to underwrite a loan on a vintage Knucklehead or a numbers-matching Indian. Our certified appraisal gives your lender the documented value they need to approve the loan.
Bank loan appraisal details →Estate & probate
Probate courts and the IRS require a certified appraisal to establish the fair market value of a collector motorcycle in an estate. We produce retrospective date-of-death values accepted in all 50 states.
Estate appraisal details →Resale & private sale
A certified appraisal gives buyers confidence and gives sellers a defensible asking price. Especially valuable for rare, restored, or heavily modified machines where buyers need third-party documentation.
Title bond (missing title)
Most states require a surety bond to obtain a replacement title on a motorcycle with a missing or defective title. The bond amount is set by the appraised value — we produce the certified appraisal the bonding company requires.
Charitable donation
The IRS requires a qualified appraisal for donated vehicles valued over $5,000. Our certified reports meet the IRS documentation standard for charitable contribution deductions on collector motorcycles.
How It Works — Same Day
Submit your motorcycle details and photos
Fill out our online form with year, make, model, VIN, mileage, engine size, condition details, and any modifications. Upload up to 12 photos covering all angles, the engine, frame numbers, and any notable condition issues or custom work. The process takes about 10 minutes.
We research and document value
Our certified appraisers research comparable sales from auction results, dealer listings, and private sales in the collector motorcycle market. We document the bike's condition, provenance, modifications, and market position — producing a report your insurer, lender, or attorney will accept.
Receive your certified appraisal
Your signed, USPAP-compliant appraisal is delivered the same day — a professional document accepted by insurers, lenders, and courts nationwide. We're available by phone if your insurer or lender has follow-up questions.
Motorcycle Appraisal FAQ
Do I need an appraisal for a collector motorcycle?
Yes, if you want agreed value insurance coverage, financing, or need to document value for an estate or legal matter. Standard book values like NADA don't reflect the true market value of vintage, restored, or rare motorcycles. A certified appraisal establishes the actual collector market value your insurer, lender, or court will accept.
Which motorcycle insurers accept your appraisals?
Our certified appraisals are accepted by Hagerty, Markel, Dairyland, Progressive Collector, Foremost, and all major collector motorcycle insurers. If your insurer has specific format requirements, contact us before ordering and we will confirm compatibility.
What types of motorcycles do you appraise?
We appraise all collector motorcycle types: vintage American V-twins (Harley-Davidson, Indian), classic British bikes (Triumph, BSA, Norton, Vincent), vintage Japanese (Honda CB, Kawasaki Z1, Suzuki GT, Yamaha RD), European exotics (Ducati, MV Agusta, BMW), custom choppers and bobbers, café racers, and modern collectibles. If it has collector value, we can appraise it.
How much does a motorcycle appraisal cost?
Our online certified motorcycle appraisal starts at $149 with same-day delivery. In-person appraisals are priced by market and vehicle type. For high-value or rare machines, contact us for a quote.
Can I get a motorcycle appraisal without an in-person inspection?
Yes. Our online appraisal process uses photos, documentation, and comparable sales data to produce a certified appraisal without a physical inspection. Submit your bike details and up to 12 photos through our online form and receive your certified report the same day.
Does a motorcycle appraisal cover modifications and custom work?
Yes. Our appraisals document and value modifications, custom fabrication, engine work, paint, and other upgrades that affect market value. Provide detailed documentation and photos of any significant work when submitting your appraisal request.
Related services
Insurance agreed value
Classic car & motorcycle insurance appraisal →Bank loan & title bond
Financing and title bond details →Estate & probate
Estate and probate appraisal details →Ready to Protect Your Investment?
Order online and receive your certified motorcycle appraisal the same day. Call us if you need to discuss your specific bike or intended use.