Importing motorbike

[Esceptico]

Subject to getting a visa we will be moving to Auckland this year. I currently have a K1300S Motorsport. Base case is that I sell it in the UK and buy something when I get to NZ. However have been wondering how much of a pain it would be to import it with the rest of our belongings. Has anyone done it?

[NZ2002Turbo]

I brought my Lambretta with me in 1998 and was easy, couple of yours back also imported a Lambretta and was also easy.

[TV200]

I realise this is a little off topic, but how easy are Lambretta parts to get in NZ? I'm importing my TV200 in the next few months.

[NZ2002Turbo]

We have a classic scooter shop in Auckland called Retro Scooter that deals mainly in classic Lambretta’s. They can source parts easily if required, there is also another in Christchurch called Yesterday Scooters.

[TV200]

Thanks - my Lambretta is currently on its way to Nelson in a container. Looking forward to getting it back on the road (and praying all my belongings get there safely!)

[NZ2002Turbo]

Would love to see some pics of your Lambretta when it arrives.

[TV200]

I'm currently promised it will be dockside in Nelson at the end of the month (January), having been at sea for three months. Fingers crossed its undamaged. Just need to work out how to get it from the dock to my home.
It'll also be nice to live in a house with furniture again!

[NZ2002Turbo]

Did your Lambretta arrive safely in one piece ?

[NZ2002Turbo]

NZ2002Turbo said:

I brought my Lambretta with me in 1998 and was easy, couple of yours back also imported a Lambretta and was also easy.

Here is mine ...

[TV200]

It arrived fine, passed IVS checks (believe carried out on behalf of MPI). It was however immediately wheeled into the garage and lost behind cardboard boxes before I got a photo. I'm now in the process of working out how to get the entry certification and will service and grease it all up. It'd seem a good idea to understand the process as the first place I called said I'd need a new VIN plate attached to it - researching it, it doesn't need it due to age and having a frame number and I'd rather not have extra holes drilled into the frame!

Next thing is that they want to measure the front disc - which is a bit of a job as its hidden away in the castings of the front wheel. I'd rather it not be dismantled unless necessary!

[TV200]

Its not a great picture (assuming my posting works - first attempt at an image). It didn't pass compliance because of a lack of indicators and a mirror. Stupidly, NZ requires an exemption form to be signed by the Vintage Car Club to exempt vehicles from having indicators - another $100 spent for nothing. A removable mirror is on its way from the UK so it can be clipped on for its six monthly wof!

Edited by TV200 on Monday 9th March 20:09

[NZ2002Turbo]

Yep you’ll need exemption from indicators, my new VIN plate is stuck on inside glove box and not drilled. Retro Scooter in Auckland sort it all out up here, Christiaan can write you a letter for exemption or Yesterdays Scooters in Christchurch. Sorry your pic was not visible.

[TV200]

I'll try and get the picture sorted. VTNZ made me drill holes to rivet the VIN plate on - they're on the battery tray though, so I could cover it with a battery (its got electronic ignition, so no battery at the moment). The indicator exemption was easy enough, just another $100. Its now on the road - I just need arrange insurance .
Of course I can't now ride it anywhere thanks to corona!

[NZ2002Turbo]

Cool, yes typical. Just before lock down my bike developed a fuel leak from my Diablo tank which came loose and so bike was dropped at Retro and now it’s also in lock down !