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Looking at going over to the Isle of Man, what are peoples experiences with ferry crossings with regards to securing their bikes and suffering any damage ?
Thanks.

Can't speak for Steam Racket, as never used them, but in 30+ years of using cross channel ferries I've never had a problem. Always check how it's been secured, or secure it yourself. Ensure plenty padding between bike and solid objects if needed.

It sounds like the OP hasn’t arranged the trip yet - if possible book the SeaCat from Liverpool rather than the ferry from Heysham - it’s closer (considerably), quicker and the sailing times are far more civilised...

Yeah nothing arranged yet. Who would be responsible for securing your bike, yourself or the staff ?

I think the staff do it. Steam Packet are pretty slick operation for lashing down bikes, they must deal with a good thousand bikes a day during the tt.

Been over a few times on the bike, agree with Simon Liverpool is a better crossing & never had a problem with them securing the bike we book a seat in niarbyl lounge well worth it.

Liverpool Douglas is the usual one,
Done with steam packet in 2013,
Seemed quite slick, but can be mental for the tt weeks.

Cheers all...

No damage by the Steam Packet but watched a dick on a BMW with those fukin great alloy boxes hit most bikes rushing to disembark ,luckily my FJR was behind him