Now, with all that warning, Italika is a somewhat different discussion. They are certainly built to a price, but they are built in Mexico with mostly locally sourced components. My understanding is that they collaborated with Hyosung (Korean) early on and sourced many of their original designs from them. As Italikas are not imported into the US, I seriously doubt you could legally bring one in yourself. As for riding one in Mexico, use care but local mechanics are certainly familiar with the brand and know how to fix them.

While shopping at La Comer the other day, I really liked that Vespa-lookalike Italika motor scooter. I also liked the price: around US$1300.00. A few years ago, I looked into buying a Vespa in Anchorage. US$6000.00 and a 6 month wait. When asked about arranging shipping to the States, the lady suggested checking with the factory. They, too, weren't interested. "We'll sell you one and you can ride it home" was the response. I'm curious if anyone from Canada or the States has bought a bike down here and how they got it home. TIA.

The prices appear to be a steal. Quality? Who knows? I'm currently running a 2007 Suzuki Burgman 650 cc scooter back home. New ones retail in Canada for around $13,000. For that price I could buy seven new Italika 150 cc's.
Sorry, can't advise on getting one back into the States or Canada. But the prices of scooters in Mexico tells me we're getting royally shafted back home. Might be worth trailering one back to Montana.....or just leave it in Zihua.