Importing different models

b3n · 12-31-2022, 08:29 AM

Hello,
Newbie here, hopefully this is the right place to ask.
I've noticed that while there is a wide selection of Chinese bike makes and models available in the US, some models seem to be completely absent from the market here.

Specifically, these 2 types:

Honda CG125 clones

Honda Wave or modern Cub clones

Whenever I go look at almost any Chinese manufacturer's website, these 2 kinds of bikes are pretty much always available but they seem to be completely overlooked by importers.
I'm really interested in finding out why this is, because I would love to buy these 2 types of bikes.
They are the most popular types of bikes pretty much all over the world.

My gut feeling tells me it has to do with DOT/EPA compliance of these, but I see so many other bikes that are available, mad dogs, trikes, all sorts of oddballs, it surely can't be impossible.

I've spent many hours looking for these on US dealer sites, so if you know someone who imports these, please send me a message.

12-31-2022, 08:29 AM	#1
b3n Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: NH Posts: 10	Importing different models Hello, Newbie here, hopefully this is the right place to ask. I've noticed that while there is a wide selection of Chinese bike makes and models available in the US, some models seem to be completely absent from the market here. Specifically, these 2 types: Honda CG125 clones Honda Wave or modern Cub clones Whenever I go look at almost any Chinese manufacturer's website, these 2 kinds of bikes are pretty much always available but they seem to be completely overlooked by importers. I'm really interested in finding out why this is, because I would love to buy these 2 types of bikes. They are the most popular types of bikes pretty much all over the world. My gut feeling tells me it has to do with DOT/EPA compliance of these, but I see so many other bikes that are available, mad dogs, trikes, all sorts of oddballs, it surely can't be impossible. I've spent many hours looking for these on US dealer sites, so if you know someone who imports these, please send me a message.
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