Why not buy a cheap bike in Norway instead? It'll be a lot easier, plus you will have time to try it out before leaving and iron out any problems that invariably crop up. Plus, with ebay, you are buying a bike unseen...
Getting German export plates is not hard at all. From the owner you get the bike, two registration documents (if the bike is still registered) or one (if it's not). Check that the chassis numbers match with the bike. Go to an insurance and get a cover card specific for the export plates. Take all that and your passport to the nearest rego office. You may get by with speaking English, but if in doubt, try to contact another local biker who can help you. Perhaps the vendor would be willing to help...
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