Yes. You can generate, edit, and use the full moving plan for free. The optional $19 one-time MovePlan Pro upgrade unlocks the printable PDF binder, weekly reminder emails, and a few power-user features.

Will I get sales calls from movers?

No. MovePlan does not sell your address or move date to third-party movers. The product is funded by the optional $19 upgrade, not lead-generation.

Do I need to create an account?

No account required. Your plan is saved automatically and accessible by URL. You can also add your email so reminder emails can be sent.

How long does it take to generate a plan?

About 60 seconds. You answer 5 short questions (move date, home size, origin, destination, what you need most help with) and MovePlan generates a personalized plan.

Yes. Every task, room, budget line, address, utility, and box label is editable. You can add custom tasks, mark items done, and rearrange the plan to fit how you actually want to move.

Why put a spacer in the brakes when shipping?

With the wheel and rotor removed, an accidental brake lever pull pushes the hydraulic pistons together. A pad spacer or rotor block prevents that so the brakes still work on arrival.

What rack is best for a mountain bike?

A tray-style hitch rack that holds the wheels. It supports the weight, avoids clamping the frame, and handles wide tires and suspension bikes well.

Can I lay a full-suspension bike in my car?

Yes. Remove the front wheel, drop the seatpost, and lay it on a blanket. Avoid resting weight on the fork stanchions or the rear shock.

How to Move a Mountain Bike

Last updated 2026-07-13 · MovePlan Editorial Team

A mountain bike is tougher than a road bike but has its own quirks: suspension, wide tires, and hydraulic disc brakes that hate being squeezed with the wheels out. This guide covers moving a mountain bike by tray rack or vehicle and boxing one properly, including the rotor and brake protection people forget.

Difficulty: Moderate
Time: Rack loading: 10 minutes. Boxing: 30 to 45 minutes.
Typical cost: Tray hitch rack roughly $150 to $700. Shipping a boxed MTB about $60 to $170 domestically. In-car: free.
Supplies: Tray-style hitch rack, Hex key set, Foam frame protection, Front and rear axle spacers, Brake pad spacer (rotor block), Bike box, Zip ties and tape

Pro tip: A tray rack that clamps the wheels, not the frame, is ideal for full-suspension and carbon frames.

Watch out: Do not squeeze hydraulic brake levers with the wheels off unless a rotor or pad spacer is installed. The pistons can push out and the brakes lose function.

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