Why not buy in a state which has no sales tax? Oregon and New Hampshire and I think Texas spring to mind - save yourself 8% straight away.
Also, in California, bikes are fitted with emissions controls which can be a bit of a nause, so getting one in another state might be helpful from that point of view as well.
Address may be required - a dealer may let you use theirs; otherwise a friendly HUBBer would be useful.....
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