Canada --> US Imports

[advswede1981]

I live in Arizona and would like to buy some OEM parts (black panniers etc.) from a Canadian dealership since it's not being offered here in the states. Is it as easy as buying it online or contacting them and they simply ship it down here for the posted price, or are there things I need to be aware of like import taxes, warranty issues etc?

Any help would be appreciated, thanks!

 

[greg the pole]

no issues going north of the border, recommend using canada post/US post, as the brokerage fees are non existent.
Can't really vouch for a great dealer up here...(around calgary) I do have a great parts guy at blackfoot motorcycles, best to call and ask for Kevin

Greg

 

[iridemotorbikes]

I've ordered a few parts/pieces for my other bikes from Canada and have never had issue, always show up a few days later just as any other package..

 

[RED CAT]

Should be no problems but don't expect fast service from the Canadian Postal Service. Quicker by Banana Boat. Expect 2-3 weeks. And they have the balls to charge you plenty for the privilige of using your own vasiline. ::001::

 

[greg the pole]

Should be no problems but don't expect fast service from the Canadian Postal Service. Quicker by Banana Boat. Expect 2-3 weeks. And they have the balls to charge you plenty for the privilige of using your own vasiline. ::001::

LOL, I thought the vaseline application was only true with UPS and FEDEx showing up at my door, good grief. ::010::

 

[garnotte]

Question for US peoples: You still able to buy some yamaha OEM part from Canada?

I'm asking this because, for us Canadien, it's almost imposssible to buy in the US now, US yamaha dealer cannot sold anything to canadian since last years. yamaha want to protect the canadian market. That suck, the parts are 25% cheaper in the usa.

 

[greg the pole]

Question for US peoples: You still able to buy some yamaha OEM part from Canada?

I'm asking this because, for us Canadien, it's almost imposssible to buy in the US now, US yamaha dealer cannot sold anything to canadian since last years. yamaha want to protect the canadian market. That suck, the parts are 25% cheaper in the usa.

what parts are you referring to? it's a yamaha not a bmw so not much should break on it ::015::
I do have a contact in montana where i purchased my bike, that should get me parts without issue

 

[advswede1981]

I don't know if we can since I haven't contacted a Canadian dealership directly. What really pisses me off is how uncooperative local dealerships and Yamaha USA HQ, which I both contacted directly, are about helping people like me getting parts from other countries. They always talk about "buy Yamaha this, and that" but when push comes to shove they only help as far as their sales borders go... I understand turf protection and all, but help a guy out. I've already invested tons of money into their product and I want to invest some more... lip service is a bitch!

 

[greg the pole]

I don't know if we can since I haven't contacted a Canadian dealership directly. What really pisses me off is how uncooperative local dealerships and Yamaha USA HQ, which I both contacted directly, are about helping people like me getting parts from other countries. They always talk about "buy Yamaha this, and that" but when push comes to shove they only help as far as their sales borders go... I understand turf protection and all, but help a guy out. I've already invested tons of money into their product and I want to invest some more... lip service is a bitch!

i'm going to my local dealer today, i'll talk to the parts guy and see if he can help you out. If you're interested in something specific PM me the part number, and i'll get you pricing from calgary

Greg

 

[5270ADVRIDER]

We just looked in to ordering the black bags. For what it would cost (not to mention delivery times) we tore apart a US set and are powder coating the panels. Less than $100!

 

[advswede1981]

We just looked in to ordering the black bags. For what it would cost (not to mention delivery times) we tore apart a US set and are powder coating the panels. Less than $100!

Can you give me some more details on how you did this and maybe post some pics I just got my SW Motech skid plate powder coated for like 35 bucks and it looks awesome.