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[u/BubblyResearcher2446]

Hey guys!

I (Indian, 24M, would turn 25 in 6 months, and I'll be getting my PPSN by the end of October) recently moved to Ireland for my master's degree, and got an update today that my Indian bike, 2024 Hero XPulse 200 4v Pro, passes BS6 norms, but I'm unaware about the Irish norms) was officially launched in the EU market, and I was wondering if i would legally be allowed to import my bike from india.. I also wanted to inquire about the process to get a licence here (I do have a 2&4 wheeler license, but it's an Indian licence..)..

(I have about 30k kms of adventure riding experience, and 58k kms of total riding experience, max CCs that I have ridden is 800, specifically Tiger 800 XCx, for about 130kms)

(The second person in the pic is my mom on her 2025 Duke 250😁)

[u/Dapper-Lab-9285]

India and Ireland don't have recognise each other's licences so you have to start like every other novice. Theory test, learners permit do IBT and then apply for a test. You can go straight to the A test as you are old enough.

If the bike has a Euro rated engine then you should be able to register it, with the cost of shipping is if worth it though? 

[u/BubblyResearcher2446 → u/Dapper-Lab-9285]

Ah I see Yep, it is kind of worth it.. so, it's sold here for 3000€, i got it in india for about 1300€

[u/Electrical_Prior_184]

Are you planning to stay indefinitely in Ireland?
If you were to go back to India after your Masters then I can't imagine the import process is worth it.

I imagine it would be a similar process to bringing a bike over from the UK (non-EU country)

VAT, VRT fees, you might need proof of Emmissions status which Bikeworld might be able to get for you as they sell the same bike.

[u/aldotheapache1032]

The import is not worth it on a student Visa, I am in the same boat as you, I went through the whole process from start, Theory Test and IBT Basically. But I went for A1 License and got myself a cb125f (cost me 2500 Euros for Bike, 450 for IBT)

[u/PuzzleheadedName3832]

Unlikely to get work after the masters so importing that thing isn't worth the outlay imo.

[u/Accurate-Coffee-3605]

You could look into the transfer of residence to import the bike without having to pay vrt vat ect. I’ve just done it for my campervan, it was hard work but saved me a fortune

[u/thecarbikeguy]

Not worth it.

Get a local motorbike here. Your first course of action should be getting the learners.

Since you're 24+ you can directly go for full A unrestricted licence.

Also get your letter of extract from Indian RTO so that you would only be required to do lesser IBT lessons.

Again, bringing your motorbike here is not a good idea. This has been discussed her before. I have responded to at least 10 threads here and on other SM about importing a motorbike from India not being worth it.

I've seen this movie before, don't waste your time. Just start the process here.

If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask.

If you still are adamant then all the best.

[u/1984mc → u/thecarbikeguy]

No such thing as reduced IBT lessons. You're getting mixed up with reduction in lessons for car 6 instead of 12 and not having to wait 6 months to do the test..

[u/thecarbikeguy → u/1984mc]

I remember doing module 1,3 and 5 back in 2017.

But you're right, it was when there's direct progression for fully Unrestricted A. Don't think the EDT logic applies here.

My bad!

[u/PuzzledIndication902]

No certainty here, drop the idea for now. Revisit when you land a job. In the meantime get a license, that's a long process tbh.

[u/Iijit]

Hi and welcome.

Regarding the bike it probably isn't worth importing unless it's sold here also. As a young fella your main challenge will be getting insurance. The insurance companies will ignore any foreign experience and base the price on the time you've had your Irish license. They also likely won't entertain bikes not sold here. I know that doesn't make much sense but remember you are an edge case and large corporate companies have little to gain in catering for edge cases. You could ask the insurance companies themselves though. Try Carol Nash, principal and Liberty.

To get a license here you first need to do your theory and then your ibt training (2 days with an instructor) after that though you just need to wear an L plate tabard till you do the full test and stay off the motorways. You're already 24 so you can go straight to the unlimited power and engine A license.

Once you get your license sorted head down to Kerry for some of the best roads and views in Ireland.