doggie1955 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 I am looking at shipping a bike from Korea, or just buying it in Cambodia/Losa and driving it back to Thailand. Anyone knows the in's and out's on shipping it here or buying it in Cambodia/Losa and bring it across? What would be the best way? Here is one of the bikes I am looking at, Hyosung GV250 or ST7-D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimmer Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 Moved to motorcycle forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papa al Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 (edited) Very bad idea, importing. Forget it. //// What the heck is "Losa" ?? Edited December 29, 2017 by papa al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hkt83100 Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 9 hours ago, papa al said: What the heck is "Losa" ?? Possibly a typo? The author tried to write "Laos" but stumbled over a motorbike parked between him and the keyboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice4351 Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Don't be stupid--the price of everything is more expensive in Cambodia than in Thailand, and they will charge an unbelievable tax if you try to bring it into Thailand. Buy and Honda, Yamaha, Kwasaki, built in Thailand--the only way to fly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csabo Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Helicopter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papa al Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 1 hour ago, hkt83100 said: Possibly a typo? The author tried to write "Laos" but stumbled over a motorbike parked between him and the keyboard. twice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerkinsCuthbert Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 This old chestnut - again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canthai55 Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Web search revealed Hyosung in Rayong. Click the link and nothing. Does not seem to be any dealers here. Further search for Asia revealed they are sold in Vietnam. Which begs the question - why would you even import a bike here, with no dealers, no source of parts in country ? Look at bikes available here, make your choice. Or proceed far far down the road to Disaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrilled Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 This subject has come up over and over again.The tax is double what you would pay for A motorcycle in Thailand.The thai’s are hip to the bringing it in from another country scene.Go ahead sell it and buy A motorcycle in Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mansell Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Just buy new here, or even used. joe's motorcycles in Phuket usually has a big selection of assorted bikes all used and many bought from farangs......means they maintained the bike....hopefully. Almost impossible to import with huge taxes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 (edited) Once I saw one of those for sale here. Forget where. See the chrome pipe off the rear cylinder? That is a cover. Underneath is a steel pipe worthy of a lawn mower exhaust. PM sent. Doggie this is your second attempt at this. First https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/964952-korean-bike-manufacturer-hyosung/ Edited December 30, 2017 by VocalNeal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerryd Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Be aware (very aware) that Thailand has very high Import Tariffs and Customs taxes. This is an excerpt from the Thai Customs website: Type of Vehicles Cylinder Capacity Duty (%) Total (%) Motor Vehicle (Tariff Heading 87.03) Not exceeding 2000 cc. 80 188 2001 cc. but not exceeding 2500 cc. 80 213 2501 cc. or but not exceeding 3000 cc. 80 244 More than 3001 cc. 80 328 Motorcycle (Tariff Heading 87.11) 60 77.04 That tax is on the "CIF" (CIF = Cost/Insurance/Freight), so if the bike cost 90,000 baht plus 2,000 for insurance and 8,000 for shipping (for example) the CIF would be 100,000 baht and you'd end up paying 77,040 baht to bring it into Thailand. http://en.customs.go.th/content.php?ini_content=individuals_151007_01&lang=en&left_menu=menu_individuals_151007_01 (There are discounts for used vehicles though. A friend brought his Harley over and only paid to get it here, no duties or tariffs, because he could prove he had personally owned it for 14 years.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricky Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 I have a friend in Pattaya who is selling this motorbike, if I remember around 45,000 baht new. She has a few models to choose from. I know its not the same but its not going to loose you the large amount of cash buying the other bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickmondo Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 why the <deleted> would you want to buy a pile of crap like that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricky Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 42 minutes ago, nickmondo said: why the <deleted> would you want to buy a pile of crap like that? I hear what you’re saying, but really don’t you think it is a bit harsh. I personally have had 3 big bikes hear in Pattaya, a Buell and 2 Ducati’s both with excess of 160HP. The bike I displayed is of similar appearance. I am not bothered what the guy rides; he is a biker, that’s cool for me. BTW, what do you ride? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggie1955 Posted December 30, 2017 Author Share Posted December 30, 2017 1 hour ago, nickmondo said: why the <deleted> would you want to buy a pile of crap like that? What bike are you talking about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell17au Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Buddy, I am not a bikie but my honest opinion would be to forget it and buy something locally here in Thailand. I have a 1989 Ford LTD Stretch Limo in Australia and that is where it is staying because of the amount of mucking around and the import duties and taxes here in Thailand it is not worth getting the car over here. First you must apply for permission to import the vehicle then when it arrives you are hit with with the import duties and taxes and the value is not what you say it is, it is what the customs officer states and if you argue with him then forget it, it will never enter the country, Go down to the docks in Bangkok and have a look at the vehicles parked there that cannot come into the country because of the high import duties and taxes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterw42 Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 35 minutes ago, Russell17au said: Buddy, I am not a bikie but my honest opinion would be to forget it and buy something locally here in Thailand. I have a 1989 Ford LTD Stretch Limo in Australia and that is where it is staying because of the amount of mucking around and the import duties and taxes here in Thailand it is not worth getting the car over here. First you must apply for permission to import the vehicle then when it arrives you are hit with with the import duties and taxes and the value is not what you say it is, it is what the customs officer states and if you argue with him then forget it, it will never enter the country, Go down to the docks in Bangkok and have a look at the vehicles parked there that cannot come into the country because of the high import duties and taxes. Isnt there now a free trade agreement between Thailand and Australia that removes the import duties etc ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgy Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Even you would be able to bring it into TH, you will not be able to get it registered.Forget that annual topic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell17au Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 2 hours ago, Peterw42 said: Isnt there now a free trade agreement between Thailand and Australia that removes the import duties etc ? That is only for businesses not personal property Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricky Posted December 31, 2017 Share Posted December 31, 2017 On 30/12/2017 at 11:33 AM, rickjza said: I have a friend in Pattaya who is selling this motorbike, if I remember around 45,000 baht new. She has a few models to choose from. I know its not the same but its not going to loose you the large amount of cash buying the other bike. I’ve had a couple of PM’s about the bike I spoke of earlier. To those of you that would like more information (not NICKMONDO_ A.K.A. Mr. Negative who has no idea how to reply to comments) I have attached a brochure and contact number. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tryasimight Posted January 2, 2018 Share Posted January 2, 2018 Thailand does not allow the importation of secondhand bikes or cars according to an order 3 or 4 years ago. I don't believe that order has been rescinded. I did have an email from a shipping company confirming this but it has long been deleted. The nearest you can get to 'importing' is the system where you can have the vehicle with you for the duration of your visa and then you must export it again....forget what is is called - I'm sure someone will know. If any one has verifiable info that second hand bikes can again be imported please post the updated details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggie1955 Posted January 5, 2018 Author Share Posted January 5, 2018 Thank You Don, from Mukdahan ...That is a great way to get a bike into Thailand with no tax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricky Posted January 5, 2018 Share Posted January 5, 2018 5 hours ago, doggie1955 said: Thank You Don, from Mukdahan ...That is a great way to get a bike into Thailand with no tax. What did Don from Mukdahan quote. I'm sure we would all like to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papa al Posted January 5, 2018 Share Posted January 5, 2018 7 minutes ago, rickjza said: What did Don from Mukdahan quote. I'm sure we would all like to know. not me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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