Loud pipes will surely be a problem in Germany !

 

And Switzerland! No issue in the Netherlands (unless they are extremely loud; but even then we also appreciate tourists ).

 

Not so obvious since the OP was asking for info about shipping the bike by air.

 

I see you found hubb, I was going to point you there next.

 

Here is what I got back and will most likely look at doing. I can visit a lot of people on the way up to Canada from here. I can already see the Main gate in the rear view mirror as I head North!!

The plane ticket would run about $500 US for me one way. Gail also told me that I would have to have the bike there two days before it was to be loaded onto the plane. So factor in two nights of hotel in Toronto as well and a pocket full of $1 bills. I hear the night life kicks *** there


"Nice speaking with you. Thank you for your interest in our motorcycle shipping/insurance programs.
We can ship your uncrated motorcycle by airfreight as follows:
ONE-WAY from: Montreal or Toronto TO London, Manchester, Glasgow, Frankfurt, Paris, Munich, Dublin, Lisbon
USD $1,995.00

ROUND-TRIP from: Montreal or Toronto / London, Manchester, Glasgow, Frankfurt, Paris, Munich, Dublin
USD $3,990.00

NEW YEARS SPECIAL;
If you reserve pallet space prior to January 31st 2011, you can save $50.00 on a one-way shipment and $100.00 on a round trip shipment.

If you decide to ship to/from Canada, we can refer you to a travel agent who can book your passenger ticket on the same flight as your bike. For a quote, contact Julie at julie.derome@tourbec.com or call her at 450-622-0865 ext 226 or 1-888-899-6299 ext 226

We also can provide you with the necessary temporary insurance while riding in Europe.
Attached is the application with rates.

Motorcycle Express now offers International Travelers:
• Travel Medical, Trip Cancellation & Emergency Medical Evacuation
• Insurance (Motorcycle & Auto) for Mexico, Europe, Central & South America, Australia, New Zealand, Asia & South Africa
• Roadside Assistance/Emergency Towing while riding in the US Canada, Alaska and Hawaii

If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office. Thank you"


Gail
International Services Manager
Motorcycle Express
Phone (800) 245-8726 (within US/Canada) Ext. 1107
Phone (516) 682-9220
Fax (516) 393-5996
www.motorcycleexpress.com

Business Hours:
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Our office is closed 12:30 to 1:30 pm during lunch.
Closed Saturday and Sunday

 

Was wondering about how loud of pipes in Germany is to Loud. I lived there for 10 years but never heard of anyone getting messed with for the pipes. But that was before I started riding a Harley. I have a set of Rush slip ons. 2.75. They are a little louder than stock but nothing that rattles the walls when you fire up the bike. Wondering if I should go back to stock pipes just to be on the safe side?

 

What insurance company is everyone using when they head over the pond?

 

As a retiree, you should be able to use USAA insurance. They have policies available in Europe.

 

Yes USAA will hook me up for the small fee of $3400 a year. But that for a few cars and two other scoots I own.

 

Could you keep us informed on how things go. Any do's or don'ts that you come across. Also make sure you post info and pics of your trip so we can follow. ENJOY YOUR RIDE!!! I would love to do that some day.