09-10-2019, 12:27 PM
(09-10-2019, 07:02 AM)pekingduck_imp Wrote: Bringing a non-US vehicle into the US is not hard - thousands are driven over the border daily (and then driven back out). Registering and titling, and even insuring one is the problem - nearly impossible.
All US spec models have a VIN that must be from the manufacturer's database for US model specs. Even if the identical model were sold here, it couldn't be done. Additionally, there would only be the Canadian warranty - American Honda cannot honor the warranty.
The warranty issue is a concern, I will talk to honda and see what they have to say about it (might require voiding the warranty, though its a honda, so maybe not a big deal)
I live in NY state and they do not require a US vin, they require only that it meet NYS safety and emissions (i.e. pass an NYS inspection), have proof of ownership (local title is ok), and have the appropriate CBP paperwork. In order to get that, I would need to get honda to state in a letter that it is equivalent in emissions and safety to the CB1100EX. Still not sure about that as I have not contacted honda just yet (was hoping someone had done this before
)As far as insurance, I got a quote from progressive and the only model listed was CB1100. No trim level listed. I will check around to see if the trim is listed elsewhere.
All big challenges, but I have not seen anything impossible just yet. If the CB1100EX wasnt sold here, I would agree, but the fact that a basically equivalent vehicle is sold here is stopping me from giving up hope.
Like I said though, I was hoping to find someone here who has taken the few initial steps (i.e. contacting honda). Maybe I will be the first, I report back on how it goes.
(09-10-2019, 12:23 PM)GoldOxide_imp Wrote: Welcome to the Forum jdiv.
What Cormanus said.
I know people who brought bikes into the U.S., however, there is paperwork and certifications that must be met.
When not elsewhere, you will be here.
Thanks GO
I do believe that this having an equivalent powertrain to the US model CB1100EX could open the door to bringing one in. The question is if honda will write a letter stating as such. Will report back.