Import new KLR650 from US or RSA to UK?
I am exploring bike options for a UK to Cape Town trip in 2016. I like the look of the KLR650. Given the strength of the pound I could buy one new in the US or RSA under £4k.
I don't know if I you can buy them for export cheaper (since no sales tax)? I'd then have shipping costs and 26% import duty and VAT (UK sales tax).
Is this a mad or flawed idea? Would appreciate any thoughts.
The alternative would be to buy in RSA (my brother is a resident there) and avoid the shipping and do the trip South to North - views on this option would be welcome too.
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