Willis
- 3rd August 2012, 09:29
Hi Gents, I'm really interested in buying a CJ750 (or at least something similar) as a fun toy for the whole family. I really like the nostalgic look of the bike. I was wondering since there seems to be a few of you here in this group if you would mind passing on some of your knowledge on how to get one here in NZ and if need be who is best to deal with overseas to place orders.
I've been scratching around the usual websites in NZ for bike sales and haven't seen any up for grabs lately, it would be great to maybe see one here in NZ before maybe risking all and ordering one from overseas.
I've seen a couple of topics on things to look out for so will begin reading those with interest but the best info comes from those with expeience.
One quick question you might be able to help with is, Do they come with the option of a 2 seater? or can 2 seat belts for 2 children be fitted, the reason I ask is I have 2 sons (4 yrs and 5 yrs) and if 1 couldn't ride while the other 1 did, I reckon I might have world war 3 on my hands.
Cheers guys
Willis
- 15th August 2012, 17:07
Hi Theo,
Thanks for the reply and the tip on the bike for sale on trade me , I'm organizing when I might get an opportunity to head up to Auckland to have a look.
I'm really keen to find out as much info on what it takes to import one from overseas as it sounds like they will customize the bike to your particular needs and tastes. i.e color schemes, an extra bucket seat in the side car.
I've put together some questions below and hopefully you or some of the other members of the site can help out.
Essentially The questions are all geared around the obvious, in that I don't want to import a bike I can't use here on NZ roads and would like to dodge any pit falls that may occur(hidden taxes, fees etc). I understand that there is an element of risk in bringing a bike in from overseas but If I can do my research hopefully it will all go smoothly, I have some friends who are also keen to buy a bike so maybe buying in bulk might make things a little bit cheaper.
I live in New Plymouth and wouldn't mind if I had to travel to meet up with someone who has had experience importing a bike to get a bit more info.
QUESTIONS:
1) When buying a bike from overseas dealer what documentation do I need to ensure I have to allow registration in NZ?
2) Are duties and taxes payable on the bike when imported? I've heard it depends on the age of the vehicle.
3) Are there any forms and documents that need to be submitted before the bike arrives in country?
4) A rough idea on total costs door to door to purchase a bike and sidecar?
I'll definitely make contact with Big bill and see what info he can offer on importing the bike to NZ. Thanks again and I look forward to hearing what it might take to get one of these cool bikes.