Originally Posted by cpsqlrwn

Can I get some "heads up" on shipping a bike to Japan... which carriers to consider, cost approximations, any special packing requirements, any customs issues on the shipping side, any pitfalls to avoid, etc. This would be a small bike (51 cm). I know freight costs have gone all over the place what with the volatility of fuel costs and the crappy economy. Any advice and guidance related to costs and procedures would be greatly appreciated as I have never dabbled in overseas shipping before. Thanks!