DIY Motorcycle Importation: How Hard Can It Be?

If you’re like many motorcyclists, you’ve pictured yourself presiding over an empire of imported motorcycles. You’re relaxing in your oceanfront Malibu compound, savoring the good life as motorcycle riders everywhere envy you as you’re living the dream. Let’s get started on how to get rich quick in powersports.

Fortunately, websites such as Alibaba make that dream not just a possibility, but also a reality. I have scoured the always-reliable, definitely not perpetually dubious internet marketplaces and come up with some sure-fire best-selling motorcycles that can make you wealthy with almost no effort. All you have to do is pick the bikes you like, order some up, and watch them sell like hotcakes.

April Rider 250

You can’t beat the name on this one — who doesn’t want to ride an exotic 250 in April? The styling is impeccable, bringing together many elements in unpredictable ways. The four-stroke beast has a claimed top speed of >50 mph and weighs just 280 pounds. You’ll have to start with at least 50 bikes for $980 each, though that drops to $950 each if you want 100 or more. Keep your enthusiasm in check, as the maker can only produce 500 bikes a month.

Sun-Vehicle Chopper

When you look at this beautiful motorcycle, you’re likely trying to figure out which master builder put this incredible custom together. If you look closely, you’ll notice that this is the motorcycle we’ve all been waiting for — a battery-powered high-neck chopper. While we don’t have rake and trail numbers for you, we can tell you that it has a top speed of 37 mph and a range of up to 50 miles. You get that kind of performance from a 60-amp-hour battery that churns out 72 volts to the 3000-watt hub motor. One-percenters everywhere will welcome a Sun-Vehicle Chopper rider with open arms, after all, indulging in Chinese-manufactured goods is as American as apple pie from Suzhou Fulan Sweet Food Company. If you’re thinking small, you can import as few as one of this model for $1390.

Coc Scooter

No matter how long you’ve been riding, you have likely fantasized about riding a Coc scooter. With a top speed of 28 mph, you might want to restrict sales to experienced riders who weigh no more than 397 pounds — the Coc’s weight limit. The battery holds 20 amp-hours worth of electrons, and 60 volts are sent to the 2000-watt motor. After you go through the 37-mile range, you’ll only have to wait eight hours to charge it back up. The fascinating see-through styling will catch eyes everywhere. You’re going to have to cut loose with $780 for each Coc, though you can knock it down to $760 if you think you can handle the delivery of 44 Cocs at one time.

Export 150

Well, this stylish dual-sport bike is coming from China, so Export is the perfect name. Looking cool on a motorcycle is essential, and the Export 150 has it covered with a front fender that stands out like a sore thumb. 18-inch wheels mean you can ride hard enduros with your friends, and the 150cc four-stroke motor puts out a healthy 12 horsepower at 8500 rpm for an eye-watering top speed of 62 mph. A stand-out feature is the triple-shock rear suspension. The Export 150 can be had for $455 with a minimum order of 144. The sky’s the limit on sales, though, as you can get 10,000 Export 150s every month.

Hot Sell 200

If you want a guaranteed hot seller, look no further than the Hot Sell 200. Details on the Hot Sell 200 are scarce, though we can tell you it’s a 200cc four-stroke with a blistering top speed of 50 mph. Hot Sell knows how to market its bike, as it uses a 21st-century interpretation of a Norton Girl to attract attention. Hot Sell knows the 200 will fly out the door, so they can make 5000 motorcycles a month and sell them to you for $1000 each.

Moto Cross Chopper 250

The worlds of motocross and chopper collide with abandon on the 250. The 250cc motor will take the Moto Cross Chopper up to a heart-stopping 93 mph, making it suitable for the highway, local MX track, and, arguably, legally assisted suicide. The 14-inch front wheel is matched to a 15-inch rear wheel for versatile handling. A mere $1450 gets you in business with one Moto Cross Chopper 250, if you want to test the waters first. When you’re ready, 5000 can be produced each month after you sell your first one.

Skyteam Skymini 125

This innovative design speaks for itself, which is a good thing, as details are sparse. Top speed is 50 mph, and that’s about it. You’ll be stocking plenty of colors, as the Skyteam Skymini 125 is available in Black, Matt Black, White, Yellow, Red, Blue, Gray, Orange, and Chrome. A carton of 10 Skyteam Skymini 125s will set you back $2000. If you like, you can order 500 cartons every month.

Yamasaki Renegade

Most of our readers have undoubtedly wondered, what would the unfortunate love child of a Ducati Scrambler and a Benelli TNT 135 look like? Well, the answer to that age-old question is the Yamasaki Renegade. With 14-inch wheels, the Renegade is ready for the 50 mph top speed that is the result of the 125cc motor putting out 8.6 hp at 7500 rpm. When searching for the Renegade, we discovered that the “Hot key word” is “Cheap.” Regardless, you’ll have to order at least 28 examples at $860 each.

When you become a motorcycle tycoon, don’t forget who got you started. Send me a hot tip on the next pump-and-dump crypto scheme come April 1, as I put my entire 401 (k) portfolio into NFTs in 2021.