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Import a motorcycle from EU

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  • #52
    LollipopJimmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,445 ✭✭✭LollipopJimmy


    Not much help but I just bought I'm Eindhoven and am collecting this weekend. It's too cold to collect the other I bought in Poland.


    I need help



  • #53
    robbie_63
    Registered Users Posts: 458 ✭✭robbie_63


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118537319#Comment_118537319

    Haha nice one, what did you get this time?

    What sites did you use to find it?

    I'm thinking of selling my bike this summer and picking up something in Europe so always interested to hear everyone's experiences,

    Are you riding it back?



  • #54
    LollipopJimmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,445 ✭✭✭LollipopJimmy


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118538807#Comment_118538807

    I bought an old 600f2. Just to keep me going til tge weather gets better. It makes no sense just the flight was €8 and ferries were buttons too.

    I'm on garden leave from work so I've time on my hands which leads to this kind of mischief

    Screenshot_20220126-162127_Facebook.jpg

    That's what I've agreed a deal on but I have backups.

    And I just used Facebook marketplace. I was pints deep when doing this and herself is going to stab me



  • #55
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,800 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118537301#Comment_118537301

    I don't think many people appreciate that (say) in Germany, older bikes never depreciate as much as they do here. They do go down to a 'level', and then just sit there. Here it'd keep going 'til it hit the floor.

    I'd not have much qualms buying privately in either NL or Germany as I've done it & know the drill: buying privately in Italy or France i don't know about. I do like the 'comfort' of dealing with a shop though.

    I think the key thing here is you go abroad more for choice (and condition of) bikes, not necessarily the price.

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #56
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118540189#Comment_118540189

    Thanks, you're right, I'm looking abroad because the bike in question would be less available here... and theres more choice abroad...

    One other question... when using someone to transport the bike, do you have to pay for the bike in full in advance? Money doesn't transfer straight away between international accounts... so how do you manage the transactions?

    Post edited by Bluefoam on


  • #57
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,800 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118540411#Comment_118540411

    Yes, you have to pay in full, in advance.

    As I was dealing with a shop (which is a franchised dealer), I just sent it by Bank Transfer. I sent my payment on a Monday iirc, and was collecting it the following Saturday morning.

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #58
    CJhaughey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,907 ✭✭✭✭CJhaughey


    I just brought one in last week. Dutch reg, the dealer deregistered it, I got a sheet with a small credit card vehicle document and I bring it to the VRT office and pay them on the spot.

    You should factor in the de-reg time as well, the RDW will take the old plate when de-reg and you can make up a temporary one yourself with an export number.

    Private sellers may not always want to do export, some will some won't. There are plenty of scammers there as well.

    Jarvis transport delivered it. No hassles great company



  • #59
    Debub
    Registered Users Posts: 726 ✭✭✭Debub


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118541348#Comment_118541348

    Hi - do you still need to do a 'de-reg' if you are getting is transported? Is the process different for say Germany (or France) and does Jarvis know about these details?

    thanks



  • #60
    CJhaughey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,907 ✭✭✭✭CJhaughey


    Jarvis is well acquainted with all the paperwork necessary. A shop will not let the bike go without dereg and a private individual will definitely not. It’s the equivalent of selling a car in your name but not signing over the logbook. They would be on the hook for anything that happened. Germany is the same and a similar process. I don’t know about France . I believe it to be more convoluted and bureaucratic but maybe it’s just hearsay.



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  • #61
    Debub
    Registered Users Posts: 726 ✭✭✭Debub


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118542881#Comment_118542881

    thanks for that - and how do you do a 'de-reg'? is it similar to taking over the Reg Cert here after putting your name on it? In the UK you need the V5 for the car along with you fior VRT purposes



  • #62
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,800 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118541043#Comment_118541043

    They dereg it, put on a temporary export reg number, and your NL document matches the new temporary reg. Temp reg is good for 2 weeks.

    I rode mine back (end of October).

    Hand over NL docs as normal at VRT office, get Irish reg. Simples.

    Another +1 here from me for Jarvis: I used him to export a car to Vienna, all went perfectly.

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #63
    Will_I_Regret
    Registered Users Posts: 76 ✭✭Will_I_Regret


    Does anyone know how it works for buying a new bike from Europe? Looking to buy in Germany. Am I correct in saying that I only have to pay VAT here in Ireland?



  • #64
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118549632#Comment_118549632

    ...and VRT and transport... It would (most likely) cost allot more than buying here, plus your warranty will be more difficult to manage. Is the bike not available here?



  • #65
    Will_I_Regret
    Registered Users Posts: 76 ✭✭Will_I_Regret


    Ducati dealership here didn't seem interested in making a sale at all, perhaps because they didn't have the particular model I wanted in stock. So my decision to buy in Germany not soley based on price.



  • #66
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    That's a shame, I'm no expert, but my comment above still applies, it would probably be expensive. Is there someone else in the dealership you can deal with or possibly use the Northern Ireland dealer? Not sure if the can sell new bikes into the south or not...



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  • #67
    LollipopJimmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,445 ✭✭✭LollipopJimmy


    I bought this in Eindhoven today. Going to RDW tomorrow with the seller to complete the deal.


    IMG-20220130-WA0004.jpeg




  • #68
    flashinthepan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 657 ✭✭✭flashinthepan


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118554443#Comment_118554443

    looks Great :-)



  • #69
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,800 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    Technically, you should be able to buy the bike without German VAT (MwSt), but only if its shipped on a pallet/crate etc, by a shipping company.

    If it's to be ridden away, you'll haven't pay German VAT and then reclaim it once you pay Irish VAT, here.

    Some dealers don't want the hassle of the VAT refund, so check that first.

    Warranty will be a bit of a gamble though, and even the first service (@1k kms)

    Ultimately it will cost you more, but like you say, there are other things at play.

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #70
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    Deposit paid this morning, contracts signed and returned and arrangements made with transport co... It's a very scary process, but looking forward to having the bike at the end of it :D



  • #71
    geotrig
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,842 ✭✭✭geotrig


    what did you buy ?



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  • #72
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118559005#Comment_118559005

    Its a 2019 Moto Guzzi V7iii



  • #73
    geotrig
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,842 ✭✭✭geotrig


    👍️ cool



  • #74
    LollipopJimmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,445 ✭✭✭LollipopJimmy


    Just docking in Dublin now, VRT booked for 9am... some few days :)



  • #75
    flashinthepan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 657 ✭✭✭flashinthepan


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118571985#Comment_118571985

    That didn't take long at all :-)



  • #76
    LollipopJimmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,445 ✭✭✭LollipopJimmy


    20220202_182823.jpg

    Outside the local


    (Excuse the chain, it wasn't going in my backpack)



  • #77
    robbie_63
    Registered Users Posts: 458 ✭✭robbie_63


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118573109#Comment_118573109

    Nice one, how did you find the journey back on that kind of bike?



  • #78
    LollipopJimmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,445 ✭✭✭LollipopJimmy


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118574039#Comment_118574039

    It was fine to be honest. Only 475kms over 2 days.



  • #79
    LollipopJimmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,445 ✭✭✭LollipopJimmy


    VRT done now too. **** 120 plate though.

    All in all I spent about 1400, that's travel and hotels included. No way I'd get a clean '87 CBR600 for that in Ireland



  • #80
    Silver Cauldrons
    Registered Users Posts: 12 ✭Silver Cauldrons


    plan to buy a bike from autoscout in September a Buell XB 1200 , any recommendations on a courier service that possibly picks up in Italy (Palermo)?



  • #81
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    Do all of the NCT centres do VRT & registration? What's the process like? Do I need to book it in in advance?



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  • #82
    CJhaughey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,907 ✭✭✭✭CJhaughey


    Not all NCT centres do it. You need to book in advance.

    The NCTS website has a section devoted to VRT and they answer all your questions on that part.

    Its not hard but as with all bureaucratic processes make sure all the paperwork is correct before you go.



  • #83
    Kat1170
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,651 ✭✭✭Kat1170


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118573109#Comment_118573109

    I'd try get that registered as Multi-coloured. Makes it so much easier if you ever want/need to change body panels.



  • #84
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,800 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118579227#Comment_118579227


    Jarvis Transport, Dublin

    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118588307#Comment_118588307

    Can I point out one thing: make sure the NCT centre fill in ALL the required boxes - including Type Approval Number, Weight, Power (Kw) and Power:Weight Ratio (Kw/kg) boxes. Mightn't be an issue for you now, but if you ever sell or trade it, in can affect who can buy it as licences etc all tied into it. Lots of people out there with A2 licences etc.

    Just went through this with my new bike and ended up getting VRO in Rosslare to correct it. Do not assume VRT office will see this info, they're not used to it being asked for it.

    Make sure to scan/copy ALL of the paperwork you give to VRT office, before you hand it in, and have the VRT form filled in before you get there.

    Here are the 4 fields that should be completed: G, K, P2, Q. All of this info is very clearly marked on the NL Kenteken card/documents.

    I note even after 2 attempts, G is missing on mine, but the other 3 are more important

    'Inaccurate' VLC to L.H.S, amended VLC to RHS

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    Post edited by galwaytt on

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #85
    abmoto
    Registered Users Posts: 36 ✭abmoto


    Anyone here who may have bought from these chaps? https://superbikefactory.co.uk/

    Looks like quite a collection. Will it attract duty?



  • #86
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,800 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    You'll be paying 10% Customs, VRT, 23% VAT, plus fees and transport costs.

    Oh, and Sterling.

    Cant see the UK being competitive at all tbh.

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #87
    Diffens
    Registered Users Posts: 7 ✭Diffens


    so basically

    Buy bike, Jarvis Transport, VRT appointment, pay VRT on the day. when do you get a new licence plate ?



  • #88
    CJhaughey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,907 ✭✭✭✭CJhaughey


    You get the number once you pay the vrt office. You can get plate made anywhere you desire



  • #89
    Diffens
    Registered Users Posts: 7 ✭Diffens


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118624914#Comment_118624914

    thanks CJhaughey , i will be buying a 1200cc Buell XB12 , what sort of VRT will i be paying?



  • #90
    Sir Galahad
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 748 ✭✭✭Sir Galahad


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118625050#Comment_118625050

    Why don't you use the VRT calculator ?



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  • #91
    blade1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭blade1


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118597756#Comment_118597756

    Heard some bad stories from there over the years.



  • #92
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    My bike just arrived. Jarvis were sound and the bike was immaculate when I got here.

    Theres an added bonus, that the bike has a centre stand which is not normal for this model, but it also has some sort of alarm that I wasn't expecting... Does anyone recognise it? Do I have to do anything in terms of operating it? It's shown in the image below with the three amber lights... Centre light blinks when the bike is off & there's a cap that reveals a connector of some sort...

    PXL_20220226_151423771.MP.jpg




  • #93
    blade1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭blade1


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118698117#Comment_118698117

    We'll wear bluefoam.

    Can't help with the alarm but give us a few better pics of that Guzzi!!



  • #94
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118698238#Comment_118698238

    She's put away for the evening but here's some I got earlier...

    PXL_20220226_151357743.jpg
    PXL_20220226_151411592.jpg
    PXL_20220226_151408793.jpg




  • #95
    blade1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭blade1


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118698345#Comment_118698345

    Nice!

    I always get a little niggle to buy a Guzzi.

    Maybe someday.



  • #96
    flashinthepan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 657 ✭✭✭flashinthepan


    Looks Fab

    Well done :-) Ride safe

    J



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  • #97
    CJhaughey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,907 ✭✭✭✭CJhaughey


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118698117#Comment_118698117

    That's not an alarm, Thats a Ctek pigtail for a charger to connect to. If its flashing yellow its time to charge your battery 12.4v-12.65v.

    Green is fully charged and Red is below 12.4v




  • #98
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    Thanks! I've had a look at chragers online & might order one...



  • #99
    Bluefoam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam





  • #100
    abmoto
    Registered Users Posts: 36 ✭abmoto


    Looks great. The more I see these, I feel EU import is the best way to find clean pieces.



  • #101
    LollipopJimmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,445 ✭✭✭LollipopJimmy


    I've my trip to collect the Blade organised. Fly to Poznan on April 20th, collect the bike that day but stay there for the night, next day to Hanover, stay there for the night. Long day then to Rotterdam, overnight ferry to Hull, drive to Liverpool (turns out I'm there for the Merseyside derby) stay for the night then ferry the following night to Dublin from there.

    Flights, ferries and hotel coming in at €470. And I've a few days of riding in Europe



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