Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 192250.00 | Motorcycle Sidecar Bodies or Motor Scooter Sidecar Bodies, in boxes or crates, see Notes, items 192252 and 192253, height of packages: |
Notes
Note 192252: NOTE-Bodies not lettered, or open top bodies not exceeding 34 inches in height not lettered nor finished, other than coated with asphalt, paint, or primed, or such bodies, finished with lettering protected by heavy paper and crating, may be shipped without being boxed or crated.
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Confirm packaging as box or crate, then record total height including pallet/skid; reference notes under 192252/192253 on the BOL.
- Brace the shell inside the crate to prevent racking; block the nose and wheel-well areas and bag loose hardware to avoid punctures.
- Design crates to minimize overall height where feasible to align with height-based notes; keep within common 48" x 96" footprints to avoid oversize fees.
- Apply orientation labels and corner protection, photograph measurements, and retain packing specs to streamline inspections and prevent reclass disputes.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Properly citing NMFC 192250 reduces reclass and rebill risk for sidecar body shipments.
- Height-aware crate design can help control class-driven costs and avoid non-stackable or oversize surcharges.
- Non-hazardous status expands carrier options and speeds tendering across LTL networks.
- Consistent boxing/crating standards lower damage rates, cutting claim costs and turnaround delays for dealers and restorers.