For many foreign riders, riding in Europe is a dream—but also a logistical challenge.
Between transport, paperwork, insurance, and choosing the right motorcycle, the best solution is often to buy a bike locally, use it for the trip, and sell it before returning home.
And for those planning to travel in spring 2026, now is already the right time to start thinking about it.
Planning your project: timing and paperwork
Buying a motorcycle in Europe requires some anticipation.
Registration, insurance, and vehicle preparation can take several weeks, especially for travelers coming from North America, Australia, or Asia.
Ideally, research should begin in the autumn, allowing enough time to secure a motorcycle and organize logistics: arrival, route planning, bike storage, insurance, and more.
Another key point is resale. The market is most active in spring and summer, which often makes it possible to recover a significant part of the initial investment.
What type of motorcycle should you choose?
It all depends on your travel style.
Long and varied trips: a comfortable touring bike is recommended (BMW GS, Triumph Tiger, Can-Am Spyder RT, etc.).
Sporty or mountain riding: roadsters or lighter adventure bikes offer better handling.
Two-up travel: comfort and luggage capacity are essential.
The most important criteria are reliability, European road compliance, a clear service history, and up-to-date maintenance.
Our Sell and Buy Back service: simplicity and peace of mind
At RIDE IN TOURS, we support international riders who want to buy, store, insure, and resell their motorcycle or Can-Am in Europe.
We take care of:
Selecting a vehicle suited to your project,
Arrival logistics (transport, insurance, European registration),
And, at the end of your trip, reselling the motorcycle under the best possible conditions.
You ride—we handle the rest.
An ideal solution for enjoying the road without administrative concerns.
In summary
Planning your buy-and-sell project in advance is the key to a successful European road trip.
Start organizing your next spring adventure now—Europe’s most beautiful roads are waiting.
👉 Contact us today to learn more about our support packages and available motorcycles.
Real example: Arkhip’s Sell and Buy Back experience from Australia
Arkhip, a passionate rider from Australia, dreamed of touring Europe for three months.
Faced with the high cost of long-term rentals, he contacted us in March 2024 to use our buy-and-sell service.
We found the perfect motorcycle for him: a 2009 BMW 1200 GS, with 70,000 km, fully serviced and well equipped for long-distance travel.
In mid-April, we took possession of the bike to finalize preparation, and in early May, Arkhip and his wife set off on their European journey.
Three months later, in early August, after more than 10,000 km of riding, we bought the motorcycle back according to a pre-agreed scale, taking into account minor maintenance work.
The result: an average cost of around €44 per day—almost three times cheaper than a traditional long-term rental.