Hello I'm YOsH and I'm in the market for buying my first bike. The bike I plan on getting is a Daytona 675 2014 and I have a few questions regarding how to make the purchase safe on the ends of both parties. Unfortunately, this bike is in Florida and I'm way up North in Ohio. Me and the seller both are pretty much set on the price but the issue is actually getting the bike. How would I ensure that I don't get stiffed for my money if I plan on transporting the bike from the buyer without being there physically to get the bill of sale signed over to me? I forgot to mention the seller has a lien on the bike but he says he'll be able to sign the bill of sale over and when the title is issued have it sent directly to me. This all sounds good but how can I trust him not to just run off with about $7k of my hard earned dollars? Is there any escrow service that can be used? Perhaps I can send the money to the bank there with a cashier's check and they can hold it until I can verify everything is signed that should? Please help. I really want this bike and I welcome any feedback. Thanks.
Good morning and welcome in. Where did you learn about this bike? Craigslist, ebay, etc.? There are any number of shippers available to use that even specialize in motorcycles, so that is not the biggest part to be solved. I completely agree that another trustworthy 3rd party will HAVE to be involved. Any reputable seller, with ebay, cycletrader, etc., will be bound by their respected company's regulations. The responsibilities, both buyer's and seller's should be covered by laws. Good luck!
YOsH Welcome to the Family. We will need a picture of the Steed to calm us while Nursey administers the meds. Ride Safe Joe.
He just recently suggested that a lawyer could be retained with a legally binding contract that will ensure that both parties are required to have the signatures notarized on both ends then only after the money is sent and the bill of sale is signed will they be released to both parties. Sound better? Gotcha lol
Thanks I was thinking of using the Uship website to find a good transport price. I hope lol I want this bike as soon as possible it's a 2014 Daytona 675 with only 3000 miles on it Yeah, not exactly favorable conditions for my first bike purchase but these bike are super rare to find and there aren't any in my area that I'm interested in.
Yeah there’s a huge element of risk in buying unseen especially when your spending a few $grand. Hope it works out OK for you
Are you mad? Send me the money & I’ll send you my push bike! Get your butt down there or walk away is my advice.
I end up investigating a bit of fraud in my line of work. Fly down and do the deal in person or I forsee a police report in your near future.
Hey there YOsH, having acquired several m/c's from distance sellers/traders, I would NEVER do it without seeing, hearing & doing the walk around in person. The best way is when both parties are commited & agree on a 1/2 way point (Chattanoga, Atlanta?) If the seller is unwilling then I'd be wary. OR, you fly & ride (maybe not since you're a new rider) the bike back. OR probably the 2nd best solution is to drive & trlr/truck it back. Or if you know someone in the sellers area you trust who's bike savvy or better yet perhaps one of this forum members who would be willing to check out the bike/seller for you. 66 bikes in 53 years & I've done it each of these ways some several times. Finally, I strongly advise against sending $ with crossed fingers. Welcome & best of luck to you
Welcome aboard YOsh, hope you enjoy the forum, I've bought my last two bikes long distance, including my current Speed triple, I was lucky enough to find an ex main dealer who now does bike transportation, he's checked them over thoroughly before paying the seller with the cash I'd transfered to his account, which he will only do once he's satisfied the bike is spot on, he has then brought the bikes to my home address, I found this guy online with fantastic feedback and wondered if you could find someone of the same ilk on your side of the pond, good luck YOsh and hope all goes well.