Temporary Import and Re-export of Harley-Davidson 1947 in Uzbekistan

Nadira Islamova
Jun 9
2 min read

Updated: Jun 9

Efficient Temporary Import and Re-Export of a Vintage Motorcycle in Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Discover Our Temporary Import and Re-export Solutions in Uzbekistan, the Heart of Central Asia

Case Summary

Customer: Matt South, Australian Travel Blogger

Services Involved: temporary import, re-export, reverse logistics, customs clearance, airfreight

Customer Benefits:

Rapid customs clearance of the vintage motorcycle (within 3–4 hours) at Tashkent International Airport
End-to-end handling of temporary import and re-export procedures in Uzbekistan
Seamless coordination with customs and airport authorities
Import and export airfreight arrangement via Turkish Airlines
Providing 24/7 support and real-time updates throughout the process

Background

Australian travel blogger Matt South, known for long-distance journeys on classic motorcycles, planned a road trip across Uzbekistan on his Harley-Davidson 1947. However, importing a vintage bike into Uzbekistan posed regulatory and logistical challenges. Without experience in the region, Matt needed a local logistics partner capable of managing the full import-export cycle with precision and speed. That’s how he discovered Delta Global Solutions.

Challenge: Temporary Import and Re-Export of a Vintage Motorcycle in Uzbekistan

Temporary import of vintage vehicles is uncommon in Uzbekistan and comes with regulatory nuances. The key challenges were:

Ensuring legal and fast customs clearance for a classic motorcycle
Coordinating with customs authorities in Uzbekistan for time-bound permissions
Providing full support for both entry and exit logistics, including air freight

Solution: End-to-End Logistics Support for Motorcycle Travel in Uzbekistan

Delta Global Solutions responded quickly to Matt’s inquiry, assigning our Last Mile Team to plan and execute the operation.

Import Coordination: We prepared all necessary documents, secured required permits, and worked directly with customs at Tashkent International Airport
Customs Clearance: The motorcycle was cleared for temporary import within 3–4 hours of arrival thanks to proactive planning and real-time coordination on-site
Trip Support: Our team stayed in touch with the customer throughout his journey, offering 24/7 assistance
Export & Airfreight: On Matt’s return, we managed export customs clearance and arranged air freight ensuring safe re-export of the motorcycle to Australia

This project went beyond the scope of a typical logistics service. Our team welcomed Matt as an honored guest - sharing local food, stories, and helping him explore the cultural richness of Uzbekistan.

Matt puts it this way:

“Dealing with Delta Global Solutions has been an absolute pleasure. I've sent vehicles all over the world and from day one DGS were very responsive and knowledgeable via email, every question I had, had a clear answer. I flew my motorcycle from Australia to Uzbekistan, everyone at Delta Global Solutions involved made the process so easy. Without this team this would have been a nightmare for me.”

Conclusion

At Delta Global Solutions, we don’t just move cargo — we facilitate exceptional transport solutions. This case demonstrates our expertise in managing complex temporary import and re-export procedures, ensuring seamless customs clearance and global airfreight coordination. Beyond logistics, our commitment to personalized, 24/7 support transforms challenging operations into smooth, successful experiences. Whether it’s a critical shipment or a traveler’s valuable asset, we deliver reliability and care at every step.