Importing a VFR/RVF

[Coyote]

I posted this in another thread but it didn't seem to get much attention

I'm interested in getting a VFR/RVF from Japan. I emailed emoto and they said I'd be looking at $7000 (including having it sent to wellington) but my limit is $5000. They also mentioned the VFR/RVF's are probably more expensive over there than they are here, but looking at the Yahoo Japan Auctions (though I can't read anything, might be able to get a friend to help sometime) I can see bikes that are cheaper. I'm only really looking for a basic bike for cheap cause i hoped to do it up with TYGA fairings, so it could be naked or have scuffed fairings. But I'd like it to have low mileage, <20,000km's

There was also a VFR on trademe that the seller said originally has scuffed fairings which he replaced with a Just Fairings set and new decals and he wants $6000. Obviously the seller has put some profit into that price plus the fairings and stickers cost a bit so surely I could get a scuffed bike for cheaper than that? It has a rego and warrant so I mustn't have been that difficult to sort out. That bike only had 14000km's on it too. I've texted this seller to ask if they are able to import any other bikes in

What is everything I need to know? Who do I have to talk to? What unexpected costs to I have to watch out for? Etc.?

[Morcs]

I posted this in another thread but it didn't seem to get much attention

I'm interested in getting a VFR/RVF from Japan. I emailed emoto and they said I'd be looking at $7000 (including having it sent to wellington) but my limit is $5000. They also mentioned the VFR/RVF's are probably more expensive over there than they are here, but looking at the Yahoo Japan Auctions (though I can't read anything, might be able to get a friend to help sometime) I can see bikes that are cheaper. I'm only really looking for a basic bike for cheap cause i hoped to do it up with TYGA fairings, so it could be naked or have scuffed fairings. But I'd like it to have low mileage, <20,000km's

There was also a VFR on trademe that the seller said originally has scuffed fairings which he replaced with a Just Fairings set and new decals and he wants $6000. Obviously the seller has put some profit into that price plus the fairings and stickers cost a bit so surely I could get a scuffed bike for cheaper than that? It has a rego and warrant so I mustn't have been that difficult to sort out. That bike only had 14000km's on it too. I've texted this seller to ask if they are able to import any other bikes in

What is everything I need to know? Who do I have to talk to? What unexpected costs to I have to watch out for? Etc.?

Its definately worth waiting for the right one to come along.

Finding one with low k's in nz is impossible. ones in japan have around 10-20000 k's. Im waiting til i can afford to import a mint rvf...

Although i am gutted i didnt wait, id love the nicky hayden replica thats on trademe for 6500... tyga kit... repsol paint... underseat exhaust..mmmm

Try www.nilin.jp too.

[Coyote]

Its definately worth waiting for the right one to come along.

Finding one with low k's in nz is impossible. ones in japan have around 10-20000 k's. Im waiting til i can afford to import a mint rvf...

Although i am gutted i didnt wait, id love the nicky hayden replica thats on trademe for 6500... tyga kit... repsol paint... underseat exhaust..mmmm

Try www.nilin.jp too.

I'm meant to be seeing a dude off trademe in Palmerston North and discussing with him about importing

I'd love an RVF too but I don't have the money. Plus they're very similar, the only real differences are the upside down forks. May as well get a cheaper VFR and do it up. The initial cost I'm limitting to under $5000 but I hope to save up for the other TYGA goodies (already have some money aside for a silencer).

I'd rather get the new TYGA lights unlike that Hayden rep. Only they don't make them for the VFR, only the RVF. I've emailt them asking when will they modify the fairings to suit (cause by the time I have the money they're likely to have done it).

I've emailed nilin before only I never got a reply. Plus their 2 VFR's I like have been on their site for months. Looks like the site is being ignored.

The VFR in christchurch is interesting, well within my price limit. Only it has 40,000km's and Dad said he's only interested in bikes he can see

[mynameis]

eMoto would have also suggested you to buy a 400 locally and not from Japan aye? The reason why they are so expensive in Japan is the same reason why our 250's are so expensive here, riding restriction laws, which inflates the market of 400's in Japan.

So a bargain would be hard fetched mate and this is reflected in eMoto's price (quote,indication) where as they are normally pretty competitive. Best is to look out on Trade Me daily, there are some real good deals and don't rush into it "a little patience goes a long way". There can be a few hitches as well if you're importing form Japan yourself, compliance, rego and wof. Look into their requirements first before looking for a bike in JP.

The RVF's clutch is umm .. a bit hard too. Also be prepared to spend a few dollars on perhaps small things like a new battery, sparks and worse case cleaning carbs and replacing tyres, clutch, chain, ect as some sit in storage for years!

Good luck!

[Coyote]

eMoto would have also suggested you to buy a 400 locally and not from Japan aye? The reason why they are so expensive in Japan is the same reason why our 250's are so expensive here, riding restriction laws, which inflates the market of 400's in Japan.

So a bargain would be hard fetched mate and this is reflected in eMoto's price, where as they are normally pretty competitive. Best is to look out on Trade Me daily, there are some real good deals and don't rush into it "a little patience goes a long way". There can be a few hitches as well if you're importing form Japan yourself, compliance, rego and wof. Look into their requirements first before looking for a bike in JP.

The RVF's clutch is umm .. a bit hard too. Also be prepared to spend a few dollars on perhaps small things like a new battery, sparks and worse case cleaning carbs and replacing tyres, clutch, chain, ect as some sit in storage for years!

Good luck!

Hoo boy. That isn't good

I'm in no real rush, just very eager. I'll hang around untill something good comes up.

The RG's clutch is pretty stiff too, it felt pretty alien when I rode a 600 and everything was smooth. And I should be able to fix that all up myself

Cheers!

[mynameis]

Here's an example mate :

http://www.nilin.jp/bikedetail.aspx?key=0609160219

333 000 JPY converted to NZD is roughly about 3600.

Add another $1500 for everything, shipping, insurance, compliance, rego, wof and any other parts you may need. Labour yours.

So all up $5100 for a grade 3 bike, some dealers can get you a grade 5 or 6 for under $6500.

Is it really worth the time energy and effort??

Good to see you're patient about it aye coz I know when I don't have a bike I just go nuts!

[Morcs]

Here's an example mate :

http://www.nilin.jp/bikedetail.aspx?key=0609160219

333 000 JPY converted to NZD is roughly about 3600.

Add another $1500 for everything, shipping, insurance, compliance, rego, wof and any other parts you may need. Labour yours.

So all up $5100 for a grade 3 bike, some dealers can get you a grade 5 or 6 for under $6500.

Is it really worth the time energy and effort??

Good to see you're patient about it aye coz I know when i don't have a bike I just go nuts!

Yes it is worth the time and effort considering the vfr/rvf's in my opinion are a priceless bike.

Next january I am planning on spending upto 10k to get a mint rvf with low k's and kitting it out completely. Then my nc30 can be a race bike...

[mynameis]

Yes it is worth the time and effort considering the vfr/rvf's in my opinion are a priceless bike.

Next january I am planning on spending upto 10k to get a mint rvf with low k's and kitting it out completely. Then my nc30 can be a race bike...

Fair enough, well said, I guess it all comes down to personal preference and how passionate you are about a particular machine. I know people have tendencies to go extreme on the machines they love

Also bear in mind other small factors which can save a penny or two like time you import your bike and the strength of NZD. (Currently it's strong so yaay for importers and sucks to be an exporter).

Shopping around in Japan to get the best value for your dollars and making sure the bike you get is in good condition so you don't have to spend much when it arrives. Having some good contacts in Japan to do these checks for you is very handy.

[justsomeguy]

Hey Al have you spoken to Limbimtimwim?

He's local and has a mint - AND I MEAN MINT - RVF4hundy sitting in his dining room, yes dining room. Don't know how keen he is on selling - but perhaps if you made him an offer.

Good luck with your next purchase - those are some beautiful bikes.

[Coyote]

Hey Al have you spoken to Limbimtimwim?

He's local and has a mint - AND I MEAN MINT - RVF4hundy sitting in his dining room, yes dining room. Don't know how keen he is on selling - but perhaps if you made him an offer.

Good luck with your next purchase - those are some beautiful bikes.

I had thought of giving him a PM, even just to ask about emoto. Met him at the Carterton sprints one time, nice guy. Only he had the 750 with him that time

I wouldn't expect him to sell his RVF, not that I'd be able to afford it

[Coyote]

Here's an example mate :

http://www.nilin.jp/bikedetail.aspx?key=0609160219

333 000 JPY converted to NZD is roughly about 3600.

Add another $1500 for everything, shipping, insurance, compliance, rego, wof and any other parts you may need. Labour yours.

So all up $5100 for a grade 3 bike, some dealers can get you a grade 5 or 6 for under $6500.

Is it really worth the time energy and effort??

Good to see you're patient about it aye coz I know when I don't have a bike I just go nuts!

Seen that bike, that was one of the ones I was keen on. But as I said it's been on the site a while and my email didn't get answered. Might have to give them another shot

And yes it is worth it. Only problem is my Dad wishes to see the bike first before buying (fair enough I guess, though it's my money) so it limits me to bikes in the lower north island (the NC30 in Christchurch offered for 3400 is a no go, that would've been the right price for me)

Fortunatly I do have a bike and I'm planning to keep it. Just I want this other bike to have enough grunt to pull passengers and not be effected by head winds so much

[Coyote]

Yes it is worth the time and effort considering the vfr/rvf's in my opinion are a priceless bike.

Next january I am planning on spending upto 10k to get a mint rvf with low k's and kitting it out completely. Then my nc30 can be a race bike...

So... selling your VFR then?

Definately a priceless bike. And I'm in love with the TYGA gear

By the way, what's the point in getting a mint RVF? Can't you just do up your VFR? Get some RVF forks and such?

[Paulus]

And yes it is worth it. Only problem is my Dad wishes to see the bike first before buying (fair enough I guess, though it's my money) so it limits me to bikes in the lower north island (the NC30 in Christchurch offered for 3400 is a no go, that would've been the right price for me)

That bike belonged to a friend of mine and is now sold. It's a shame you missed it as it was a minter. It may have done 40000km but at least the mileage appeared to be genuine. Watch for clocked ones. How many 18 year old bikes have really done under 20000km?

[Morcs]

So... selling your VFR then?

Definately a priceless bike. And I'm in love with the TYGA gear

By the way, what's the point in getting a mint RVF? Can't you just do up your VFR? Get some RVF forks and such?

No there are a lot of differences that would be costly. It has a 17'' rear wheel rather than an 18'', it has USD forks, better air intakes, valves and timing. There are also a few other minor differences, but all in all id rather have one as they are a newer bike.

Nothing short of $5k will get my vfr. Its paint job will be finished tomorrow too! its looking pretty damn good!

[Coyote]

That bike belonged to a friend of mine and is now sold. It's a shame you missed it as it was a minter. It may have done 40000km but at least the mileage appeared to be genuine. Watch for clocked ones. How many 18 year old bikes have really done under 20000km?

Yeah, that's what I suspected from the one in Palmy. It even had aftermarket fairings. The guy still wants 6K for it, bit steep. And it was a shame but even if I did jump at the chance Dad would've still denied it