I rented a 1600GT in Germany last October for $560 or so for one week if that helps

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That's less than I paid to rent a K1300GT back in '10. Where did you rent from?

Duane

 

These guys have a good reputation and maybe worth sending them an email.....

Motorcycle Shipping - Motorcycle Shipping Around The World | James Cargo Services

 

I think it depends on how long you're going to ride over there.
Check this out first: Air Canada?s new motorcycle cargo options | Canada Moto Guide
I'll go that route when I go to Europe because I'll spend three to four weeks over there.


Joe

 

BMW rental in Milan..

Hp Motorrad Motorcycle rental Italy and tours BMW motorbikes in Milan - HP Motorrad

They have GTL's for rent, two weeks for 1260 euros.

 

When I was going to move to Libya I prepared to send my bike to Europe with a German company that sends containers from Florida to Frankfurt on a regular basis. Far less expensive than you expect. Tons of rules and paperwork to prove ownership. Insurance issues too.

 

I just sent my Goldwing to Frankfurt from Orlando using Stefan Knopf of Knopf Tours. He also sends containers from California as well. The cost for me was about $1,400 US. I had to give him my title, registration (not necessary but I did), a power of attorney, and a doctors letter saying I am able to pilot a motorcycle (because I am over 65). I then had to buy 30 days of insurance (green card) for around $200 US. I also bought roadside assistance which isn't necessary but I thought advisable. I plan to be there for about a month beginning 5/21. The alternative to that was renting for about double the cost for a bike that I was not familiar with.

I looked into Air Canada, but their rates had not been published yet for summer. They were asking $3,100 at the time and while they said they usually have significantly reduced rates for summer, those rates were not going to be published until May. I could not wait that long.

There is another option if you are interested in going to Ireland. That is Martin (Wheatwacker) at Motofeirmo. Buy a bike, ride it around, sell it back. That's what my buddy is doing. He just bought a Varadero (Honda) and will use it while we ride, then sell it back when he's done. No known cost at this point, because the sales price is unknown.

I can't really RECOMMEND either right now, because we are still in the process of making this happen. It's just a couple of alternatives to getting a bike in Europe.

 

Send a PM to slowflyn. He shipped his bike to Europe recently

 

@hunzee, thanks, that's $800 a week plus. I'm trying to find out where in Germany you can rent a K1600GT for $560 per week.

Duane

 

I am planning a 3 month+ trip to europe in the spring of 19 and got a quote of about $2300 for a round trip shipment of my k1600/hannigan to ireland and home from madrid. Motorcycle Express is the company.

 

I did a quick check on three dealers around Munich and Frankfurt, who rent BMW K1600 GT/GTL:
they all quote around €1150.- to €1320.- for 7 days, €990.- for an additional week (2500km per week included, additional km 0.55€)

For example this one in Munich:
https://www.motorradvermietung.de/muenchen/de/motorraeder/details?id=192

or this one in Franfurt:
BIKE & TRAVEL SERVICE - BMW Motorradvermietung

 

Something to consider If you are riding solo, Rent a smaller bike! Roads and distances are smaller in the Alps and Dolomites Than your used to in the states. I rented a 650GS twin and loved every minute of it thru 11 different countries. The mtn passes are very tight turns!

 

I shipped my KTM 1290 over to Frankfurt via Air Canada's Fly Motorcycle program it was very easy. I rode from AZ to Calgary and tendered the bike the same day as my flight. One way was a little over $1300.00 CAD. I was over there for 3 months riding, so it was the most economical way to ride. the Return from Frankfurt was close to 1200 Euros. I rode all of the mountain ranges from the Tyrols, the Dolomite's, the Swiss Alps and even the French Pyrenees. I plan on doing it again.

 

I will be riding for 45 days in august, will fly with my bike with Air Canada,
I am in Europe each year for a month and renting RT it cost about $4000 per month.
I come from LA will bike to Vancouver and fly the next day.