Buy a bike in Europe or store one of mine there?
Hi all, and I'd like some input and advice from anyone that has anything useful. I live in the US, and I have family in the UK. I usually visit with them for a few days, then fly into Germany and rent a bike. I've had good results and bad. I'm a little short gimpy old guy, and sometimes I wind up with a bike that is just not comfortable for me. Too tall, badly maintained, or just too dang expensive!
Sis says she will store a bike for me at her place, out of the weather, cared for, and secure. I hope to keep riding when I visit for at least the next ten years. NOW, the big questions are:
1.)Should I buy a bike in UK and try to register and insure it as a non-resident?
2.)Should I ship a bike over,and just bring a new registration decal every year?
3.)Should I keep renting?
Bear in mind that Harleys and Goldwings are good as far as seat height goes but the weight is a concern. I'm good on something under 31 inches or 790mm. More than that on a heavy bike is sketchy. I don't go adventuring or off road, although I have been down the backside of Stelvio Pass on the dirt roads through the forest into Switzerland without any problem.
Any input would be very welcome. Thanks, Marcus789
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