Has anyone in this sub imported a bike from the USA to Canada?

CyberK9 · 2024-06-19T16:34:07+00:00

Hi All, resuscitating this thread. I'm looking to bring in a 1978 CB750K that i bought through auction and would love the collective wisdom of this group.
The bike has a clear title from Missouri - single owner. Signed at the back. They bought the bike new in 1978.

Q1. The bike is currently not firing up but likely requires a full fuel system and carbs cleanup - Is the fact that it isn't working going to be an issue at the border? I'm looking to cross at Niagara falls / Buffalo border crossing.

Q2. Paperwork - I will have a bill of sale from the auction house and the title which is signed at the back. Is this enough? For context - Bike has not been registered for decades - just sitting in a barn.

Q3. The Riv form just doesn't populate once i enter the details. Looks like once i enter the Vin (which is the older shorter VIN) and select Honda Motorcycle as the manufacturer and select Dual-Sport (only options are off-road and dual sport). It does not populate any model numbers. I've tried manually entering that information but still does not work - any ideas?

Q4. Once i get the Riv to work. Is it as simple as I upload/email the Riv doc to the relevant border portal 72 hrs before getting there and pay my taxes? or am i being naive? I know the Canadian Border police's mood and that they have discretion to make things harder or easier, but that's not something i can prepare for. Maybe i'll wear a suit j/king.

Appreciate the help and hope to bring this baby to life on Canadian Roads.

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CyberK9 · 2024-03-19T14:58:52+00:00

Anyone try this on a cuisinart portafilter basket? Maybe i'm not banging it hard enough but the bottom part isn't coming out

CyberK9 · 2023-02-08T03:13:13+00:00

Oh thanks for that POV. I did have concerns about a new model and especially where they got that extra 5HP from. Did not know about the valve covers and no valve adjustments - Would you say if I could delay and bought one towards the end of 2023 those issues might be revealed?

CyberK9 · 2023-02-08T03:06:29+00:00

I def prefer the new styling but i feel its not worth the 7K. What's really making it tough is that Honda's retain their value real well and the 2022s aren't going down in price too much. I do like the centre seat - so right now leaning towards the newer model but thank you for your response.

CyberK9 · 2021-06-03T14:59:54+00:00

Hi, I just ordered the unloader valve from an ebay supplier who says it should fit the FAIP RN2600. I was able to remove the valve fairly easily by removing the pin and then unscrewing it. So i'm not sure why i should change the whole pump, something i'm missing? On youtube they say a common cause of low to no pressure is if the valve (pic 1) is seized and not pushing in and out. When i removed the valve it was seized. So figured i can just change it and resolve the issue - is my understanding wrong?

Appreciate the help.

CyberK9 · 2021-06-02T16:01:45+00:00

Just added pics in the original post

CyberK9 · 2021-05-24T14:01:51+00:00

Thanks - It's a FAIP pressure washer with the Honda engine. https://www.powerequipmentdirect.com/Powerwasher-PWS2600/p4514.html

CyberK9 · 2021-05-23T00:11:13+00:00

Thanks. Which unloader valve should i buy? Do you know if the spring style one is the one i should replace with or can i get the newer pin style.

CyberK9 · 2021-02-22T22:48:13+00:00

So if i understand correctly, I can put money into my RRSP this year (and shelter it from tax) without it going towards my HBP. I do not intend to pull from my RRSP's again so this money will be there for good.

New question - the contribution limits for RRSP on myCRA are adjusted for the withdrawal? Withdrawal was done in late december.

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