Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > South America
Shipping to Brazil Shipping to Brazil
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
South America Topics specific to South America only.
Photo by Andy Miller, UK, Taking a rest, Jokulsarlon, Iceland

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Andy Miller, UK,
Taking a rest,
Jokulsarlon, Iceland



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 19 Jul 2005
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Brazil
Posts: 64
Shipping to Brazil
Get ready to get a motorcycle w sidecar shipped to Rio Grade do Sul Brazil and would like to know if anyone has done so and what freight company was used and how the service was.
Can be air or ocean.

Thanks in advance.
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 19 Jul 2005
Grant Johnson's Avatar
HU Founder
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 1997
Location: BC Canada
Posts: 7,313
From where?

Have you seen the Shipping section - links on left to "Shipments by Travellers"?

NOTE Brazil is not generally recommended as paperwork and customs can be a big hassle for those who don't speak Portugese - but I'll assume you do, so that will make it a lot easier - but still difficult.

------------------
Grant Johnson

Seek, and ye shall find.
------------------------

One world, Two wheels.
www.HorizonsUnlimited.com
__________________
Grant Johnson
Seek, and ye shall find.
------------------------
Inspiring, Informing and Connecting travellers since 1997!
www.HorizonsUnlimited.com
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 19 Jul 2005
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Brazil
Posts: 64
Hi Grant, did kind of leave out some info didn't I.
The bike is currently in Memphis TN. USA.
As for the paperwork, I am "importing" the bike, so a broker on this end will be handling that.

Kind of got shafted when I had my personal stuff moved here, trying to lessen the damage this time.

Thanks.
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 19 Jul 2005
Grant Johnson's Avatar
HU Founder
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 1997
Location: BC Canada
Posts: 7,313
Quote:
Originally posted by Blazeafar:

The bike is currently in Memphis TN. USA.
As for the paperwork, I am "importing" the bike, so a broker on this end will be handling that.
Optimistic aren't you? DO NOT believe that the broker on this end can properly handle the "importation" of the bike into Brazil without triple checking it yourself. I'm sure you're aware of the customs duties etc that will be charged in Brazil. It can be VERY expensive. Sometimes IF you have owned the bike for a long time, you can return home with it and not pay duty - sometimes. And it can be many years required, or an old model only etc.

Please post the info into the shipping section when all is said and done, so others can benefit from your experience.

Take care, and good luck.

------------------
Grant Johnson

Seek, and ye shall find.
------------------------

One world, Two wheels.
www.HorizonsUnlimited.com
__________________
Grant Johnson
Seek, and ye shall find.
------------------------
Inspiring, Informing and Connecting travellers since 1997!
www.HorizonsUnlimited.com
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 19 Jul 2005
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Brazil
Posts: 64
Hi Grant; as to "the broker on this end" I mean Brazil, I have been living here for 3 years now.
And yes the duties (Import taxs) they are higher than you think! 95% of the purchase price + freight when all said and done. OUCH!
And you can only import NEW vehicles here.

Will do on the posting when the battle is over!
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 20 Jul 2005
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: May 2002
Location: Phoenix AZ USA
Posts: 132
Check out the site at http://users.rio.com/tynda/Page93.html There's a page there on shipping that might be helpful.

Blaze - welcome to the board. As someone who hopes to join you in Brazil in 7-8 years, I'm anxious to hear your stories. We'll be in SP at the end of the year so if you're around, maybe we can get meet somewhere.

I'll contact you offline - I'm in Mexico on business and I won't have access to my personal email until Thursday night.

[This message has been edited by k7lro (edited 19 July 2005).]
__________________
Gerry
PHX AZ USA
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 20 Jul 2005
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: May 2002
Location: Phoenix AZ USA
Posts: 132
Have you explored shipping it to a neighboring country and riding it across? An attorney friend told me that you can do this as long as you go in/out of the country every 6 months. That's a hassle but cheaper than import fees. :-)

I think, once we move there, I'll give up the KTM and simply purchase the largest Brazilian-made thumper or dual-sport I can. Right now, that would appear to be a Yamaha 660....Yamaha XT 660R . Actually, I'll purchase two of them... one for me and one for Grant to use when he comes to visit. :-)

[This message has been edited by k7lro (edited 19 July 2005).]
__________________
Gerry
PHX AZ USA
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 20 Jul 2005
Grant Johnson's Avatar
HU Founder
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 1997
Location: BC Canada
Posts: 7,313
Done deal k7lro!

Grant
__________________
Grant Johnson
Seek, and ye shall find.
------------------------
Inspiring, Informing and Connecting travellers since 1997!
www.HorizonsUnlimited.com
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 20 Jul 2005
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: May 2002
Location: Phoenix AZ USA
Posts: 132
(Apologies of the hijack Blaze...)

Actually, that's part of the plan. I want to have a small farm in a secured community and add a small bunk house, shop, kitchen, etc with internet access for visitors. Brazil to me is one of the great unknowns to most 'mericans and if I can provide a bike for little-to-nothing, I'll have visitors coming down to ride and visit. I plan to charge little or nothing for this.....

[This message has been edited by k7lro (edited 19 July 2005).]
__________________
Gerry
PHX AZ USA
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 20 Jul 2005
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Brazil
Posts: 64
Why the north?
The south is not as bad as for the crime issues and soom great areas to ride.
Cheaper too!

Been toying the thought of opening a MC rental myself.

Hang loose;
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 20 Jul 2005
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: May 2002
Location: Phoenix AZ USA
Posts: 132
Quote:
Originally posted by Blazeafar:
Why the north?
The south is not as bad as for the crime issues and soom great areas to ride.
Cheaper too!

Been toying the thought of opening a MC rental myself.

Hang loose;
Since my wife will still be working, we'll probably start in SP. :-( But, she's agreed that we should have a second home. :-)

If I had to bet, I'd suggest that we'll end up in the south... assuming that somewhere like Florianoplis is considered 'south'. :-)

I did the Belem to Manaus boat trip two years ago. Heck, I'd be happy in a shack on the Amazon but that's just me.
__________________
Gerry
PHX AZ USA
Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

  • Virginia: April 24-27 2025
  • Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
  • Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
  • CanWest: July 10-13 2025
  • Switzerland: Date TBC
  • Ecuador: Date TBC
  • Romania: Date TBC
  • Austria: Sept. 11-14
  • California: September 18-21
  • France: September 19-21 2025
  • Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 08:43.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top