Cb1100 in a minivan???

[Timpo_imp]

Can you import a bike from US into Canada?

Yes, as long as the bike was made for the US market.

If the bike(or car) was made for market other than the US, then the vehicle must be 15 years old(instead of 25 years in US).

That's why in Canada there are R34 Skyline GT-R and stuff.

[the Ferret]

I just took some measurements on mine and to the top of the master cylinder ( no mirrors) you are looking at 43 1/2 inches... Lever end to lever end in width you are looking at 33 inches.

[rotor]

Even if it fits, I would have to see how will it be anchored to be convinced it is a good idea. We are talking about a 250 kg of single-object, very, (very!) rigid mass here. This means forces on those anchor points will be way higher than what three human bodies of the same total mass will exert in case of sudden braking. (I'm sure there's something about voiding the warranty, to speak nothing about the insurance.

[bigsheep_imp]

All good points to consider. I doubt it would void any warranty or insurance. The minivan has tie down spots and I would take care driving home.

My main reason for this is I don't have a vehicle with a hitch and the cost of getting a hitch I could probably have the bike shipped to my door.

Yes as long as the vehicle has no outstanding recalls any Honda motorcycle made for the USA market can be imported and licenced in Canada. In this case it's saving me around 1200 dollars plus all the included touring hardware that has been added (I figure another $2000 + for all the accessories). I have to notify the border before my crossing and get the bike approved when I get it here. There is a small fee of a few hundred dollars and I have to pay GST on the vehicle when I register it.

Depending on the weather I could take a bus down, get a 10
Day plate and ride the beast back.

[uscgmac_imp]

Ride it back. Little chilly this time of year though.

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[4 Paws_imp]

Well, I've done crazier things than this before adding any alcohol to the discussion.
If I knew it would fit I'd try it, can you borrow a bike beforehand and try loading it in the van to see what all is involved?
In such a confined space I'd also consider ventilation - gasoline fumes.

A brace such as a 2x6 somewhere to keep the bike out of the front seats might be inexpensive insurance. The CB is a good bike, it deserves a better home than Cleveland.

[rboe]

My CB barely fits - a bit sidewise - 6'-6" bed. I bet it would fit.

I picked up a 48" wide, three piece ramp for the truck, great piece of kit, but for the van it would take up a lot of room and create problems with the bike inside.

I've towed trailers, mileage really sucks towing. Sounds like it's a no-go for you anyway. So I think you should pack that baby up, strap it down good (there are straps with come with smaller hoop bits that go around the handle bar - with eyes for the hooks - makes it easy to use ratchet straps without damaging the bike).

Secure it good, drive carefully, should be good.

[Blockhead_imp]

All good points to consider. I doubt it would void any warranty or insurance. The minivan has tie down spots and I would take care driving home.

My main reason for this is I don't have a vehicle with a hitch and the cost of getting a hitch I could probably have the bike shipped to my door.

Yes as long as the vehicle has no outstanding recalls any Honda motorcycle made for the USA market can be imported and licenced in Canada. In this case it's saving me around 1200 dollars plus all the included touring hardware that has been added (I figure another $2000 + for all the accessories). I have to notify the border before my crossing and get the bike approved when I get it here. There is a small fee of a few hundred dollars and I have to pay GST on the vehicle when I register it.

Depending on the weather I could take a bus down, get a 10
Day plate and ride the beast back.

I would rent a pickup truck and the motorcycle trailer both from U-haul for a day. Will probably run you around $100

[Cormanus]

I don't know much about moving bikes on trailers, but, unless you're really sure the mounting points are made to hold that much weight in the event you have to stop in a hurry (which can happen even if you're being careful) I wouldn't risk it. You do NOT want to b joined in the front seat by your new CB. Ride it, or, failing that, rent the truck and trailer just to be sure.

[ClassicVW_imp]

Sounds like you have the customs entry thing understood. But make certain what it is you have to provide proof of. When I helped a friend import from Canada to US, HE had to prove EPA and DOT compliance AND provide proof of no open recalls. That was because the bike was a European model. Maybe Canada just looks at the US VIN and says it's in compliance and OK to come in?