Can't import used bike into Chile? What other options from US?
I've been deployed in Antarctica for six months. My bike has been in a crate in Denver, waiting to be shipped in order to arrive in Santiago around October 1. Now, I find that in June, Chile changed its regulations and is not allowing importation of used motorcycles. The Aduana (and importation agent in Chile) confirm: "LAS MOTOS USADAS NO PUEDEN IMPORTARSE BAJO ESTA FRANQUICIA." (referring to the importation policies on the .cl aduana page).
This really messes with my plans.
I will get to Punta Arenas, Chile around 28 September. I can have free flight to Santiago, but not free elsewhere. My shipping agent says that I can get the bike to Buenos Aires, Argentina or Lima, Peru for ~$1000.
I have heard that Argentine customs might be very difficult and less than optimal for a quick arrival and pick-up at the Port customs office. Has anyone recently shipped a bike from the US to BA?
I have a used KLR650, maybe $4000/4500 value, clean title, matching numbers, no issues. If I have it shipped to Buenos Aires, can I get it on the roads in a week?
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