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Advice on a fly and ride (dealer) pls
boatdetective:
Hey folks- so I might have a deal cooking on a bike that is just over 1,000mi away. I've never done a fly and ride- but thought it might be a cool adventure. Bike has low mileage and is a 2016, so I don't really think it should be an issue. What are your thoughts? Can the dealer register the machine and get a plate for the trip (which I would have to transfer when i get home)? How can I protect myself in terms of buying sight unseen? Somehow, buy/pray and ship maybe cheapest, but involves a lot of trust. Do I drive out with a trailer (which demonstrates my own lack of trust, yet experience with Guzzi)?
Thank you all for your sage advice.
JKK
Dave Swanson:
--- Quote from: boatdetective on June 12, 2025, 03:42:20 PM ---Hey folks- so I might have a deal cooking on a bike that is just over 1,000mi away. I've never done a fly and ride- but thought it might be a cool adventure. Bike has low mileage and is a 2016, so I don't really think it should be an issue. What are your thoughts? Can the dealer register the machine and get a plate for the trip (which I would have to transfer when i get home)? How can I protect myself in terms of buying sight unseen? Somehow, buy/pray and ship maybe cheapest, but involves a lot of trust. Do I drive out with a trailer (which demonstrates my own lack of trust, yet experience with Guzzi)?
Thank you all for your sage advice.
JKK
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Depending on the state you buy if in will determine the registration requirements. Most states will turn you loose with a BOS. That and proof of insurance will get you home.
The dealer's reputation you are buying from has a lot to do with how comfortable you will be with "trust". Cadre, or Hamlin's, no worries at all.
kingoffleece:
If it wasn't Cadre or Hamlin, I'd ask a member here to go check out the bike. If at all possible.
Additionally, I'd ask here if anyone has any experience with the selling dealer.
Cam3512:
2016? What bike? That’s kind of important info.
guzzisteve:
Most states have what they call a ferry permit. Would be your state, they give you a temp tag to get home with proper ins & bike info. Set-up ahead of time.
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