if you're considering ordering stuff from Europe...

[Striker1423]

I looked into ordering from Devon Rim Company, and as far as I can tell based on the schedule is 25%. So, I've been piecemealing the parts together on eBay today. I can eek in just above the total before tariffs that Devon can provide (438GBP just for the wheels and spokes, including shipping), which is $589. 

NOS spokes for the front $138 shipped.
NOS front rim $166 shipped
Used Rear Rim $145 shipped. - No nice Takasagos available. I guess there is one that a guy is offering rechromed for $350 shipped.
Rear spokes (Buchanan stainless) $175 shipped, all that was on ebay.

Grand total: $624

[Hawaii-Mike]

Buy used parts as much as possible!

[gargantua350]

So again, how were the tarriffs going to benefit us? 

[RDnuTZ]

the idea is multiple countries globally have been placing tariffs (import duties) on American products for decades while no attempts were made by US government to "level the playing field" based on idea of Free Trade. It was just never receiving the public attention it does now. Driving force now is to achieve Fair Trade with the countries taking advantage of us. It's definitely become more personal to all of us, but if you look at the economy right now the tariffs are not having a negative effect overall and is not directly linked to the left-over inflation we still experience from previous policies. 

[m in sc]

stop. this direction of discussion is leading to opinion based versions of this.  the whole point of this thread is 'just the facts'. everyone's experience here about why things are the way they are doesn't matter here. trust me, I have been buying industrial equipment, globally, for well over 20 years. my opinion doesn't matter here either. but we aren't discussing it. just how it affects buying motorcycle parts from global suppliers. 

[dgorms]

Thank you Mark!

[1976RD400C]

Looks like 10% for items from UK plus they add a $4.50 disbursement fee?? 

[Simmons1]

That's not terrible. Could be a lot worse.

[DesmoDrew]

   New Motoes Torque Pipe for my 300cc 2T Beta Xtrainer.  Handmade stainless.  From Turkey.  No tax or import fees. $55.00 for FedEx Priority International shipping.  Was shipped from Turkey at 1:45PM local time on Friday 10-31.  Delivered to DeLand, FL at 2:00PM today Monday 11-3. 
   Go figure

[SoCal250]

New Motoes Torque Pipe for my 300cc 2T Beta Xtrainer.  Handmade stainless.  From Turkey.  No tax or import fees. $55.00 for FedEx Priority International shipping.  Was shipped from Turkey at 1:45PM local time on Friday 10-31.  Delivered to DeLand, FL at 2:00PM today Monday 11-3. 
  Go figure

Very nice Drew!
and quick cheap shipping too. Can't beat that!

[RDnuTZ]

def nice looking pipe  What silencer are you running with it? I haven't ridden my X-Trainer in a full year now due to seasons, no buddies able to ride right now, knee replacement and more. Just got a new battery for it Saturday and ready to install a cheap folding mirror so I can street legal it soon. Can't stand just looking at it sitting unused 

[mnein]

Holy crap that pipe is beautiful.

[RDryan]

Yeah it is pretty, I wonder how long it stays like that? I guess it depends on where you ride and how you take care of it but even then rust never sleeps.

[sav0r (CL MotoTech)]

With enough elbow grease it would look great for years.

Personally, I'd rather see it ridden. If it looks great, that's cool too.

[38special]

Yes, I have bare pipes (not stainless) and all it takes is 5 minutes with WD-40 and a scotch brite pad every couple weeks.