Insurance in Europe

[Canadian FJR]

So here's the scoop. Several of us have the oppertunity to ship our bike to Europe for a couple of weeks next summer. My concern is what to do about insurance. I checked with several Canadian insurance companies, including my existing one but none will insure once the bike leaves North America. Any of you folks have any info that might help? B)

Canadian FJR

 

[teerex51]

So here's the scoop. Several of us have the oppertunity to ship our bike to Europe for a couple of weeks next summer. My concern is what to do about insurance. I checked with several Canadian insurance companies, including my existing one but none will insure once the bike leaves North America. Any of you folks have any info that might help? B)



Canadian FJR

Canadian, what's your port of entry?

Overe here (Italy) you'll have a hard time insuring a bike with foreign plates but it might be easier in other European countries.

Stef

 

[wallypiper]

I don't know the answer to your question, but here's an idea to consider.

You can rent pretty much any kind of motorcycle you like in Europe, unlike the US where the choices are very limited. If you rent, the rentor will almost certainly provide the necessary insurance.

If you're into it, renting a bike for a week or two is a great way to try out a different bike without making the purchase comittment. The cost of renting may be pretty competitive with the cost of shipping a bike there and back unless you have some kind of super deal set up for the shipping. I rented an FJR for about $1500 for a week including insurance.

 

[orestes]

Hi

Can not help directly but if you look on the Horizons Unlimited website I'm sure you'll find all the info you'll need.

Dave

 

[Canadian FJR]

Thanks for all the info. I need some time to figure out my best option.

I can't wait to ride Stilfserjoch. B)

Canadian FJR

 

[FJRottie]

If you are able to get insurance, make sure you look into the shipping of the bike as well.

Shipping by air is the easiest, fastest and most reliable. By sea...well a possible nightmare.

Also, unless drained and purged of fuel and battery removed, your vehicle is Dangerous Cargo. (I deal with it at work)

Off the top of my head your "vehicle" would be classified as UN3166 -Engines, Internal Combustion - Class 9 Dangerous Cargo

"ICAO" is the governing authority across the planet for Dangerous Cargo by Air.