Originally Posted by EvilV
It adds a chunk to the cost because they have to include VAT. They are sent from the south of England, but they are still cheap. The DT mini with internal hub comes out at about £300.
I wonder if that huge $190 shipping charge could be reduced if the mini could also be sold as a "kit" bike? Most of the folk on BF are modifying it in one or several ways, & some are very experienced in this kind of thing. There used to be - don't know if still the case - a "kit" form of cars you could buy in the UK & they attracted a much reduced taxation rate.