To buy abroad or not to buy abroad???
I live in the U.S. and am trying to plan a trip to Africa, Europe, and India. I was planning on shipping a bike to Africa, but it seems really expensive. I was wondering if it made more sense to buy a new one in South Africa or maybe Spain, but I then wondered what problems that might present. Are there problems crossing international borders using a bike registered in a country that you're not from? I assume I'd have to have the carnet issued once I'm there in South Africa or Spain. Also, I suppose I'd have to have the bike returned to the country where it was purchased at the end of the trip otherwise I'd have to pay the duty in that final country where I might sell it.
I've never gone on a journey anything like this before and I'd really appreciate any advice or input from anyone out there who's been through this before. Thanks!
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