There is a thread that started with the topic of a dealer in Peru. And ended up to discuss Buying a bike in Colombia. As non resident.

So to get things under a better handing. I start a new thread.

We can talk about process and regulations.
Bike availability
Dealers
......

I will start to try to copy my own old post here.

And if I get to Colombia to buy a bike. I will write a story about that.

Buying in Colombia
Colombia is actually one the few countries where you can buy a bike and exit. Without being a resident.

They have created more requirement to get registered in RUNT

Before
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RNT - Get registered with the Colombian national transit registry. This is a simple process and only requires your passport and fingerprint.
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Updated
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o único que necesitamos para realizar los trámites y que la moto quede a tu nombre es que tengas cédula de extranjería y que estés registrado en el RUNT
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So the "cédula de extranjería" have been added.
How to get that, I have to learn
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjqrxPcsh0Q

Visa seems to be a prerequisite.
What kind of VISA. When I come from Europe, I do not have to apply for a VISA.
When entering Colombia a get a "VISA" = Permission stamped in the passport that I can stay a certain period (90) days.
Is that what we mean with VISA ?
Or is there anything other type of Visa ?

With that in place, I can register in RUNT + buy and register a bike in my own name.
I have not found any restrictions to exit Colombia.
Or any border crossings in SA

I need to return to Colombia to sell it. (Change ownership)

I might give it a try in September.

Here is a story from a guy that did that in 2019.

https://www.amazon.ca/TWENTY-THOUSAN.../dp/1693606275

If anyone has done this in recent years. Information would be much appreciated.

And: "tohellnback", since you live there, I am sure that you have a lot of knowledge.

We can use this thread. Or I can send you a personal message.

Before Covid, I prepare a Suzuki DL 650 XT. And had pre booked a shipping of it to Chile. But we know what happened.
During this time I have spent time to create an alternative to shipping: Buying.
I have also moved to Portugal. I use a Honda NX4 as daily bike and travel bike. Old one from 2003. Made in Brazil. Father to XRE 300. And I have really learned to appreciate smaller bikes.

My travelling plan is to tour South America during the European winter

My plan is to buy a new bike from a dealer. With the condition that he help/fix with all paperwork. Since I plan to sell it in Colombia later. The buying price is not that important. The cost is the difference between buying and selling price. (As you see that I bought a 2003 Honda in Portugal. I have no problems buying used bikes. But that is when I am "home" and can give them a real overhaul, fixing and testing before taking of on along trip.
I do not want to buy a used bike private in Colombia. Due to that I do not know enough about the process. And all checks that has to be done.
I would also want to have and "agreement" with a dealer, before I arrive. So I do not have to search the market (for used bikes)

I have learned that Colombia has a tax system that makes everything over 200 cc expensive. Is that correct ?

Since I will tour SA, I want a bike for which I can get spare parts all over SA.
The other requirement is that I can mount panniers. Yes I know of rack less type Moto Mosko. But it is not my taste. I plan to bring camping and cooking equipment. I want hard panniers.

If we start to discuss bikes, it usually opens and endless discussion.
But I contacted several dealers, And looked at the SA market.

Honda was my first choice. Common bike all over SA: And since I don't mind small bikes. XR 190 is the candidate. But I did not found any good luggage system for that.

Royal Enfield dealer is the one that has given me the best information and support. About buying process. Reference to supplier of extra equipment. And more...

So for now. RE Himalaya is my main choice.
Equipped with luggage system, crash bars and.... from Kujo Motos

https://kojumotos.com/product-catego...v=f003c44deab6

OK. Himalayan is heavier. But low and easy to handle (I have use one in Nepal) Good price, since it is assembled in Colombia. And has a network over SA.

I have also been looking into ATK and TVS bikes.
The mail answer from ATK, was enough to stop there.

End of this chapter.

Any experiences from this in reality is welcome.

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The Himalayan is a excellent choice aluminum panniers and racks are all available in Colombia, you can Farkle the the machine to your liking all available at low prices none of it imported all Made in Colombia{ Mastech}
My personal preference I buy Used because I have all the tools to tackle any job and I have the know how. For a moto for traveling purposes it would be a 98-99 Susuki dr350 they have a 6 speed, every once in a while they show up in mercado libra but they are sold quickly There are tons of parts in Colombia the cops used these machines for about ten years.
There is a Yamaha xt 350 6 speed in mercado libre right now, low km one owner for less than 2000 us I would consider this a contender but it has drum brakes rear
I have seen the honda 400 falcon come up once in a while I think its a good contender in the light bike category but only a 5 speed and its not for me
Senor G for your No BS way of doing SA on a moto New is definitely the way to go but pricey I on the other hand can buy cheap and rebuild Hell my F700 is iching to get out of Colombia she has done 60000 here its a 2016 built in November but with the fuel prices now for premium is making it a tough decision to go on a 20000- 30000 trip the price of extra went up 50% this year and its all over SA . A 300 - 400 cc would be the way to go in my opinion
As far as Camping dont do it in northern SA, Chile and Argentina yes
Colombia Equador and Peru Camping is not a thing that is like Canada or the states, people do it in groups like family outings and they camp usually on farms that have areas for your tents ,vehicles and have showers Camping is like a Novelty experience

Just before Covid I bought a new Suzuki DR 650 in Medellin. The price was about 26 million pesos which at the time equated to approximately US$7000. I spent an additional $2000 to prepare the bike. I was able to source almost all parts in Medellin & at reasonable prices.

The paperwork was very simple and the Suzuki dealership did nearly all of the work on my behalf.

My plan, now that most borders have opened, is to leave Medellin in July and ride to Tierra del Fuego and back over the course of a year. I will return to Medellin sometime in 2023 to sell the bike.

The reasons I bought new are that price depreciation in Colombia is very low (used bikes are not much cheaper than new), I wanted help with paperwork & I wanted the peace of mind that comes with a new vehicle.

I chose the Suzuki because it is ubiquitous in South America - its what many police forces use, so parts and servicing are not a problem. Personally I would not go with a Himalayan. I rode one in India for two months and it was terrible - under powered, horrible brakes and a cracked subframe. The Suzuki is more expensive but it is a better, more durable bike which will retain its value when it comes time to sell it.

If I can sell the bike for $6000 then is has effectively cost me less than $60/week….compared to crazy, sky high rental prices (we are talking $50-60 A DAY)…..& it’s a new bike, not some shagged out rental with 50,000km on the clock

Feria de Dos Ruedas Medellin Colombia may 12-15, 2022
This is the largest motorcycle exhibition in Latin America
If anyone is in this neck of the woods mid may I would check it out
I went to it in 2019 and I was amazed 470 displays
it should be bigger this year after a 2 year break

Could you please describe the paper work in detail ?
(This is the main topic of this thread)
Cédula ? Process for getting that ?
RUNT: Process for registering

Thanks