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Japan Motorcycle Tariffs on American Bikes: Key Concepts
By Alex Naumov on February 18, 2026 at 8:38 AM
American motorcycles—especially Harley‑Davidsons and other large cruisers—have carved out a visible niche in Japan’s motorcycle culture. Behind every US‑to‑Japan shipment, however, sits a matrix of duties, taxes, and fees that shape the real landed cost of getting a bike from a US auc …
Japan’s Harley-Davidson Culture: Why American Cruisers Stand Out
By Alex Naumov on February 18, 2026 at 8:34 AM
Walk through Tokyo’s Daikanyama or Yokohama’s bayside districts on a weekend and you will see something that doesn’t appear in registration statistics alone: clusters of American V‑twins parked outside cafés, idling under expressways, and rolling into late‑night meet‑ups. Japanese roa …
Japan’s Harley Culture, Tariffs & Top US Bike Auctions
By Alex Naumov on February 18, 2026 at 8:31 AM
Japan’s motorcycle scene is often associated with Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha, and Suzuki, but walk through certain Tokyo neighborhoods on a weekend and you will see a different story: rows of American V‑twins idling at traffic lights, lined up outside cafés, and parked near custom shops. …
Ship Vintage Motorcycles CA to Yokohama: Crates & Containers
By Alex Naumov on February 17, 2026 at 9:04 AM
California to Yokohama has become one of the most active routes for moving vintage Japanese motorcycles, especially as more collectors sell bikes back to Japan or reposition machines for auctions, museums, and private collections. The route connects a large US classic‑bike pool with o …
25‑Year Rule for Japanese Motorcycles: 2001 Models in 2026
By Alex Naumov on February 17, 2026 at 9:02 AM
Japanese motorcycles built in 2001 are reaching the 25‑year mark in 2026, and enthusiasts are increasingly asking what that means for importing bikes to the United States and moving machines between the US, Japan, and other markets. In enthusiast conversations, phrases like “25‑year r …
Top 5 Vintage Japanese Motorcycles Collectors Want in 2026
By Alex Naumov on February 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Japanese motorcycles from the 1960s through the early 2000s have become a core part of the global collector landscape. Certain Hondas, Kawasakis, Yamahas, and Suzukis that once served as everyday transport now show up in auction catalogs, specialist showrooms, and cross‑border shippin …
Vintage Japanese Motorcycles, 25‑Year Rule & Japan Shipping
By Alex Naumov on February 17, 2026 at 8:58 AM
Japanese motorcycles from the 1960s through the early 2000s have become a core part of the global collector and enthusiast scene. Many classic Hondas, Kawasakis, Yamahas, and Suzukis are now treated less like everyday transport and more like mechanical art—especially when they cross b …
Importing a Vehicle to Costa Rica: Law 9996 Explained
By Alex Naumov on February 16, 2026 at 7:20 AM
Costa Rica continues to attract retirees, investors, entrepreneurs, and remote workers from around the world. In recent years, the country introduced new immigration frameworks aimed at foreign income earners — most notably Law 9996, which created the Digital Nomad Visa program.
Dodge Demon 170: Shipping the World’s Most Powerful Muscle Car
By Alex Naumov on February 16, 2026 at 6:11 AM
The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 represents the absolute peak of modern muscle—combining four-digit horsepower, ultra-limited production, and end-of-era significance. For international collectors, shipping a Demon 170 is not just about transport, but about protecting a high-value, h …