Couple of things. We think shipping into USA is better than Canada, as there is definitely no carnet requirement in USA. When we have shipped direct to Canada before Customs asked us for one (and luckily we had one) - not sure what would have happened if we did not. Did hear from the BMW Vancouver dealer that one chap took best part of a week getting his bike from Customs without carnet.
Think about taking a RORO ferry from Southampton to Seattle (about £700). Contact Richard at Karman Shipping. www.karmanshipping.com. Alternatively look at www.motorcycleexpress.com for flights. Shipping / flying direct to Anchorage is more costly and if you have time and are going to keep your ride in North America, then Seattle could be viable alternative. You can then ride up through BC, Yukon, Alaska, taking Stewart Cassiar route and then head back south and east, using Alaska Highway.
[This message has been edited by GlobeBusters (edited 24 May 2005).]
[This message has been edited by GlobeBusters (edited 24 May 2005).]
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