Motorcycle Insurance in New York: The Cheapest Quotes and Best Companies

The cheapest motorcycle insurance may not always be the best choice for riders. In New York, a minimum coverage policy may only come with liability insurance, which doesn’t cover your motorcycle or your injuries if you cause an accident. A liability-only motorcycle insurance policy can be significantly cheaper to insure since it only covers injuries and damage to other property or people. However, a policy offering comprehensive and collision coverage is a better choice for most riders because it offers more coverage and higher liability limits.

MoneyGeek analyzed rates using the profile of a good rider in the state with a good driving record and a 50/100/25 liability-only coverage policy.

When researching the cheapest motorcycle insurance plans in New York for liability-only coverage, the following companies were found to offer the lowest average rates for a rider with a good record:

• Markel: $75 per year
• Progressive: $75 per year

Dairyland is the most expensive motorcycle insurance carrier in the state. A comparable policy from Dairyland costs an average of $202, which is 62.8% higher than Markel and Progressive.

Average Annual Premium for Liability Coverage

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• Company
  Annual Premium
• 1.
  Markel
  $75
• 2.
  Progressive
  $75
• 3.
  GEICO
  $99
• 4.
  Nationwide
  $101
• 5.
  Harley-Davidson
  $191
• 6.
  Dairyland
  $202

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A full-coverage policy could be the best option for motorcycle riders because it includes comprehensive and collision coverage. The policy covers damages caused by collisions, regardless of whether the collision is with a vehicle or structure. This coverage also is a protection against damages caused by vandalism, theft, weather events, falling objects or fire. Additionally, if you're making payments on your motorcycle, it's best to go for a full coverage policy rather than a liability-only policy that offers limited coverage.

After analyzing the profile of a good rider with a 50/100/25 coverage and a $500 deductible for comprehensive and collision coverage, MoneyGeek found that the following two companies offer the cheapest motorcycle insurance rates in New York, on average:

• Progressive: $183 per year
• GEICO: $223 per year

Nationwide quoted an average annual cost of $497 for full coverage, making it the most expensive provider. This is 63.1% higher than the quote from Progressive.

Average Annual Premium for Comprehensive and Collision

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• Company
  Annual Premium
• 1.
  Progressive
  $183
• 2.
  GEICO
  $223
• 3.
  Markel
  $239
• 4.
  Harley-Davidson
  $269
• 5.
  Dairyland
  $280
• 6.
  Nationwide
  $497

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Various factors, such as coverage levels, motorcycle model, riding record, age and years of riding experience, determine the cost of motorcycle insurance in New York. MoneyGeek gathered the average cost of motorcycle insurance in New York from various insurance companies.

It will cost you an average of $282 per year or around $24 a month for a full coverage policy in New York. The comparison also indicates that the rate is $82 or 23% cheaper than the national annual average of $364.

If you go with a liability-only motorcycle insurance policy that doesn't cover your motorcycle or your bodily injuries caused during an accident, it will only cost an average of $124 per year or around $10 per month. Compared to the national annual average of $141 for liability-only insurance, this rate is $17 less.

Prices were evaluated for New York using a motorcycle insurance plan with bodily injury liability coverage of $50,000/$100,000 and property damage coverage of $25,000. Also considered was a full coverage policy with PIP, uninsured motorist and underinsured motorist minimum coverage and a $500 deductible.

Car Insurance Costs by Coverage Type

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• Policy Type
  Average 12-Month Cost in New York
  Average 12-Month National Cost
  Variance
• Full Coverage
  $282
  $364
  -$82
• Liability Only
  $124
  $141
  -$17

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MoneyGeek rated various insurance companies to determine the best motorcycle insurers in New York that offer affordable rates with quality service. The ratings were based on MoneyGeek's unique scoring system, which took into account motorcycle insurance quotes specific to New York, product offerings and choices, customer service, affordability and financial stability. Progressive was rated the best in New York state.

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Progressive

Score:97

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5/5

Affordability

4.7/5

User Satisfaction

4.5/5

Financial Stability

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Pros

• Various extra coverage add-ons
• Scored high in MoneyGeek’s affordability ratings
• Offers a mobile app

Cons

• Large Accident Forgiveness only applicable to certain policyholders
• Discounts not available in all states
• Restrictions apply for some policies

More About Progressive

With a MoneyGeek ranking of 97 out of 100 and top ratings across multiple categories, Progressive was rated as the best motorcycle insurance company in New York. A liability-only motorcycle insurance policy from Progressive costs an annual average of $75. On the other hand, a full coverage policy costs an average of $183 per year.

Progressive offers a range of impressive coverages that can be added to your motorcycle insurance. All motorcycle insurance policies offered by Progressive automatically cover custom parts and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts, depending on what your bike has. The company also offers a full replacement cost for your bike without considering the depreciation value of the parts. That means they will return your bike to its pre-accident state or better. There are also multiple discounts available, ranging from disappearing deductibles to accident forgiveness and more.

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Markel

Score:92

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4.8/5

Affordability

4.3/5

User Satisfaction

4/5

Financial Stability

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Pros

• Unique discounts and offers
• Strong affordability ratings by MoneyGeek
• Offers roadside assistance coverage and trip interruption reimbursement

Cons

• Not operational in all states
• Limited tools available for customers
• Roadside assistance coverage isn’t available for all bikes

More About Markel

With a MoneyGeek ranking of 91.86 out of 100, Markel is the second-best company in New York. The average premium for a liability-only policy from Markel is $75 per year, while the annual cost for a full coverage policy is $239 on average.

Besides the standard coverages, Markel offers great discounts for its motorcycle insurance policyholders. The company may give you discounted rates for installing safety devices and equipment like anti-theft alarms and anti-lock brakes. Markel also offers 25% off for your deductible each year for staying accident-free and claim-free. This means that if you have four consecutive claim-free years, your deductible will reduce to zero. It also offers discounts to safe drivers who haven't had more than one minor violation in the last three years. Markel also offers various add-on features for extra coverage.

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GEICO

Score:86

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4.7/5

Affordability

3.3/5

User Satisfaction

5/5

Financial Stability

Geek Quick Take

Pros

• Rated high in AM Best’s financial stability ratings
• Offers a mobile app
• Flexible payment options

Cons

• Not the most affordable option
• No discounts for new riders
• Not the best for all states

More About GEICO

GEICO was rated the third-best motorcycle insurance company in New York, with a MoneyGeek score of 86.2 out of 100. For a liability-only policy, the company charges an annual average cost for a liability-only policy is $99, while a full-coverage policy costs an average of $223.

GEICO offers all standard coverages in its motorcycle insurance plans. Aside from that, you can get impressive discounts like a multi-policy discount, multi-cycle discount and discounts for transferring your motorcycle insurance to GEICO. Policyholders with comprehensive and collision coverage can also get protection for their accessories, such as seats and helmets. Paying a little extra can also get you emergency roadside coverage from the company.

Getting a motorcycle insurance quote online in New York is fairly easy. Most insurance providers offer quotes online by collecting some important information from you. In general, companies will ask you for the following details:

• ZIP code and address in New York where the bike will be located
• Your date of birth
• Vehicle make, model and manufacturing year
• Your riding experience level
• Your riding record
• Insurance coverage elections (for more information on this, see below)

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Before buying an insurance policy, it is important to understand your state's minimum coverage criteria. New York’s motorcycle insurance laws and requirements necessitate all motorcycle riders to buy an insurance plan covering no less than the following criteria:

• $25,000 per-person bodily injury liability
• $50,000 per-accident bodily injury liability
• $10,000 property damage liability
• Uninsured motorist coverage
• Underinsured motorist coverage
• Personal injury protection (PIP)

In New York, all motor vehicles must have a minimum liability-only coverage of 25/50/10. This shows that your motorcycle insurance policy in New York can provide up to $50,000 in coverage for all those injured in an accident with a limit of $25,000 per person and $10,000 in property damage coverage. In case you cause an accident, these are the liability limits that your insurance company will cover.

Yes, New York requires Uninsured Motorist, Underinsured Motorist and PIP coverage for all motor vehicles besides bodily injury and property damage coverages. All policyholders must also have 50/100 for wrongful death coverage, which means they will have $100,000 coverage for the death of two or more people in an accident and a limit of $50,000 for bodily injury.

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The incremental cost is small for a significant increase in motorcycle insurance coverage in New York. Hence MoneyGeek recommends a full coverage strategy of at least 50/100/25 and ideally 100/300/100 for most riders in New York. Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM) and Personal Injury Protection (PIP) are also required in New York. We recommend matching your insurance coverage with the UM coverage and getting the minimum PIP coverage or more if you can afford it.

You must weigh several factors while looking for the best motorcycle insurance in New York. The following are some of the most frequently asked questions about purchasing motorcycle insurance in New York:

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About Mark Fitzpatrick

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Mark Fitzpatrick is a senior content director at MoneyGeek with over five years of experience analyzing the insurance market, conducting original research and creating content that can be personalized for every buyer. He has been quoted on insurance topics in several publications, including CNBC, NBC News and Mashable.

Mark earned a master’s degree in Economics and International Relations from Johns Hopkins University and a bachelor’s degree from Boston College. He is passionate about using his economics and insurance knowledge to bring transparency around financial topics and help others feel confident in their money moves.

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