Import · Japan → USA

Importing a Yamaha XJR1300 to the USA: Real Costs

The XJR1300 is a big air-cooled retro muscle bike, all chrome and torque from a bygone golden era.

By Priya Nair, Motorcycle import researcher · 6 min read

The XJR1300 is an air-cooled inline-four standard with classic muscle-bike styling.

As it is over 800cc, it enters the United States duty-free.

The full cost breakdown

Plug in your own purchase figure — everything below the vehicle scales only modestly with value. All amounts are researched 2026 estimates in USD.

Estimated landed cost — Yamaha XJR1300, Japan → USA, 2026
Vehicle (purchase price)	$8,000
Export agent & de-registration	$500
Professional crating	$400
Ocean freight (crated, LCL)	$1,400
Marine insurance (~1.5%)	$120
Motorcycles over 800cc enter the US duty-free	$0
Customs broker & port handling	$410
EPA / DOT entry & compliance paperwork	$150
Inland transport & registration	$750
Estimated all-in landed cost	$11,730

Entry requires EPA Form 3520-1 and DOT Form HS-7, and a US-certified equivalent or the 21/25-year age exemption can ease clearance.

Is the XJR1300 duty-free?+

Yes, its over-800cc engine means duty-free US entry.

Does the US charge VAT on import?+

No, there is no VAT on motorcycles imported into the United States.