Buying a bike in South America October 2019
 

Hi,

My girlfriend and I need one motorbike for a 6-month trip around South America, starting in mid to late October 2019.

The bike would need to be appropriate for 2 people, and somewhere close to our budget of $3000. If it came fully kitted out for an overland trip that would definitely be a bonus. We would plan on selling it at the end of our trip.

We're pretty flexible regarding the location to buy it (we've not bought flight tickets yet) although it seems that Colombia and Chile are the best options regarding paperwork. I'd want it to be a fully legal purchase if possible.

If you have a bike that fits this rough description and will be looking to sell it around mid to late October, please get in touch.

Thanks a lot, Jasper

Hi...I think you can call Christian Montero at the casa matte hostel...there are some bike that others travellers leave there to sell or storage...maybe can help you for everything even to get the RUT to be abble to buy one..as I did...o bought a new small one...but knows many contact...and even if the bike is not well on shape ..in general the maintenance and are well and for 6 months don't need more...I'm traveling now whit a 250 loncinsx2...just enough no need more...but 2 up...I know was a dr650 for sell there if still available...

Casa matte is in Santiago Chile ..is a place for bikers travellers whit all the staff to repair ..easy to go whit plane..and easy to buy a moto as a foreigner ...1 days (afternoon and morning)tooks me to get rut, buy it, registration, insurance...and free to leave .exploring this amazing side of 5ge world

Hi Laurent,

Thanks a lot for the information - I'll get in touch with Christian Montero at the Casa Matte closer to my departure to see if there's anything available. It's encouraging to hear that you managed to get the paperwork sorted without much trouble.

Cheers and have a great ride! Jasper

DRZ400s and WR250R
 

Hello! We have two bikes available at that time that could be available at your price range. The DRZ is possibly capable for two up. Let me know if your are interested in either or both of these bikes for more details

Hi Sandcrides,

Thanks a lot for your post. Unfortunately I think the DRZ400 could be a little on the small side for the two of us. I'd definitely be interested to take a look at photos though if you're able to post/send any.

Thanks, Jasper

Sales of BMW F800GS beginning of June 2019 in Bogota
 

Hi, I am finishing my South America trip in Bogota beginning of June 2019. My motorbike is BMW F800 GS registered in the Czech Republic. The bike is 10 years old and has 83000 km. I am ready to sell it for 5000USD including three aluminium paniers, crash bars etc. Zdenek

Hi Jasper, are you still looking for a bike? Me and my girlfriend are traveling on a KLR650. We are actually in Bolivia and planning to sell the bike in October, quite flexible with the location. The bike is on Washington plates and could be legally registered on your name. If interested send me a message on WhatsApp: +51955441839
Cheers, Johann.