Importing a Yamaha YZF-R6 to the USA: Real Costs
A razor-sharp 600cc supersport, the YZF-R6 is a track-day legend that draws importers chasing pure cornering precision.
By Priya Nair, Motorcycle import researcher · 6 min read
The YZF-R6 is a high-revving 600cc supersport built for the track.
Because its engine is under 800cc, it carries a small US import duty of a few percent.
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.
| Vehicle (purchase price) | $9,000 |
| Export agent & de-registration | $500 |
| Professional crating | $400 |
| Ocean freight (crated, LCL) | $1,400 |
| Marine insurance (~1.5%) | $135 |
| Motorcycles under 800cc carry a small US import duty of a few percent | $333 |
| Customs broker & port handling | $410 |
| EPA / DOT entry & compliance paperwork | $150 |
| Inland transport & registration | $750 |
| Estimated all-in landed cost | $13,078 |
Compliance & the fine print
At entry you must file EPA Form 3520-1 and DOT Form HS-7, and a US-certified equivalent model or the 21/25-year age exemptions can ease the process considerably.
Frequently asked questions
Does the YZF-R6 pay US import duty?+
Yes, because it is under 800cc it carries a small duty of a few percent.
Is there VAT on a US import?+
No, the United States does not charge VAT on imported motorcycles.
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