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Compare Allstate vs. Markel Motorcycle Insurance

What’s the difference between Allstate Motorcycle Insurance and Markel Motorcycle Insurance? See how our editors compare the two companies below.
Last Updated: April 20, 2024
Allstate
4.5 / 5 - Excellent
#4 in Motorcycle Insurance
Markel
4.6 / 5 - Excellent
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Key Facts

  • Coverage customized with riders in mind
  • Riders can save up to 50% with Allstate
  • New motorcycle replacement coverage
  • 24/7 claim services & Accident forgiveness
  • Up to $30,000 in accessory coverage
  • Diminishing deductible
  • Accident forgiveness
  • Roadside assistance and trip interruption
  • Flexible deductibles
  • Mechanical breakdown coverage
  • Rental reimbursement
  • Policies start at $50 *varies by state
  • Save up to 35% with multiple discounts

OVERALL RATINGS

 AllstateMarkel
Coverage and Additional Benefits4.5/54.8/5
Financial Strength4.5/54.5/5
Discounts4.5/54.5/5
Claims and Reputation4.5/54.5/5

Allstate Coverage and Benefits

 AllstateMarkel
Coverage
Liability
Collision
Comprehensive
Customized Motorcycle Parts
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist
Liability
Collision
Comprehensive
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist
 AllstateMarkel
Additional Coverage
Full Replacement Cost
Accessories and Custom Parts
Roadside Assistance
Vacation Rental
Uninsured Motorist Property Damage
Towing and Labor
Accessories and Custom Parts
Passenger Coverage
Roadside Assistance
Uninsured Motorist Property Damage
Other Specialty Coverage
Trailer coverage; loan/lease gap coverage
Trailer coverage. Markel also covers touring motorcycles and trikes.
Rental Reimbursement
Yes
Yes
Types of Vehicles Covered
Classic/Custom Motorcycles
Scooters
Classic/Custom Motorcycles
Trail Bikes
Mopeds
Street-Sport Bikes
High Performance

Allstate Pricing and Discounts

 AllstateMarkel
Discounts
Training Course
Multi Bike
Club/Association Membership
Training Course
Multi Bike
Other Discounts
Responsible Driver
Anti-Theft Devices
Anti-Lock Brakes

Allstate Financial Strength

 AllstateMarkel
Company Type
Underwriter
Underwriter
Year Founded
1931
1930
Standard & Poor's Financial Rating
AA-
A
Moody's Financial Rating
Aa3
A2
AM Best Financial Rating
A+
A

Allstate Customer Experience

 AllstateMarkel
BBB Rating
A
A+
Number of BBB Positive Reviews
4
0
Number of BBB Negative Reviews
200
1
Trust Pilot Rating
5.6 out of 10
7.4 out of 10
NAIC Complaint Ratio 2017
1.04
28.33
NAIC Total Complaints 2017
305
2
Date Collected
2018-05-21
2018-05-21


Company Profile

Full Name
Allstate Motorcycle Insurance
Markel Motorcycle Insurance
Company Website
Headquarters
P.O. Box 660598, Dallas, TX, 75266
4521 Highwoods Parkway, Glen Allen, VA 23060, Glen Allen, VA, 23060

Final Verdict

Markel Motorcycle Insurance and Allstate Motorcycle Insurance are very close in quality and have the same overall rating. That said, Markel scores better than Allstate across: Coverage and Additional Benefits. Both companies score similarly on Financial Strength, Discounts, and Claims and Reputation.