|
23 Feb 2012
|
|
Contributing Member
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: San Diego
Posts: 74
|
|
MC Purchase
What countries can a U.S. citizen buy, register and hold title to vehicles?
England and Aussie ??
Thanks
|
23 Feb 2012
|
|
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Aug 1999
Location: Vancouver Island, Canada
Posts: 812
|
|
I think in a lot of countries it all depends on how much money and time you are willing to spend. If you have enough of both, you can eventually get a motorcycle registered almost anywhere.
__________________
Bruce Clarke - 2020 Yamaha XV250
|
23 Feb 2012
|
|
Contributing Member
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: San Diego
Posts: 74
|
|
What countries can you pay the "normal," fees and get the title doc in a short period of time? Is UK the only country? Thanks, trip planning in progress.
|
23 Feb 2012
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Canada
Posts: 738
|
|
Hey Robo,
You'll likely get more feedback if you are more specific in the countries or region of the world you are loosely considering. One would assume you are mostly focussed on Europe but the Aussie reference confuses it a bit.
In general, you can buy and register a bike in almost any country. They will usually sell to any temporary resident and in some cases tourists, and in many countries you can claim to be a temporary resident simply by providing any temporary address. In others, you actually have to provide some backup but in most cases they are happy to take your money and have you pay taxes.
The main limitations are finding a country with low bike prices and low taxes minimizing total costs. It also helps to buy in a country with a fairly straighforward registration process. It also helps to speak the language.
There are a couple of old threads on HU about the best place in Europe to buy a bike which you can search if you want to. I would suggest UK and Germany as two places to start. on the other side of the globe, Oz is ok, but prices are in general higher.
|
23 Feb 2012
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: UK
Posts: 4,343
|
|
When I read this thread!
Come out of the HU bar and check this out:-
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...-vehicle-61877
Also, take a look at the Trip Paperwork forum which has at least a couple of sticky threads that deal with the matter of the UK.
Despite the problems contained in the linked thread, the UK registration system is not too complex IMO. It is almost fully automated via national software and jobs-worthies (apologies to anyone who actually has the misfortune to work for the DVLA - I am referring to the high echelon policy makers) so you need to "go with the flow", get the paperwork done (can also be done online) and move on .................. to riding or driving, the procedures are the same.
__________________
Dave
|
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
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
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...
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™ 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!
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!
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.
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.
|
|
|