Zorro

Zorro, the problem I see is that the person is just posting it for sale to get as much advertisement as possible, then once its sold that person likely disappears from the site which does no good for anyone on here.

Being in the market for a bike, I'd like to see as many listings as possible. I'm not worried about folks coming and going...that's life, right?

If I was King for a day, I'd do away with the "educated" area before I'd impose this rule. What's more useful, trash-talking gibberish or an ad for a motorcycle?

True, I don't have to (and don't) read these meaningless threads, could the same be applied to newbs advertising their bikes?

And as far as other forum's and their rules, there's only one forum for me...and that's ohioriders Plus, don't we want to blaze our own trail? Why be followers?

My 2 cents...

I understand that you don't want to use the forum for classified ads...and you created this so you can do whatever you want or whatever the consensus wants. However, I don't see a problem with a new guy signing up and wanting to sell his motorcycle first thing. I see this as a motorcycle forum and if it's motorcycle related...I'm all for it. We have a Sound Stage, an area for smack talk about non-riding topics, an off-topic area, etc., on a motorcycle forum. With anything used, you run the risk of getting less than you paid. If a newb wants to post a bike, let the potential buyer decide...that's all. I'd hate to miss out on a potential deal just because a person is new. What does a few post buy us in terms of a seller's reputation...especially when they can post about music, smack-talk, and other miscellaneous items?

You can call your insurance company and change coverages whenever you want typically. As soon as my bike hits the garage for the winter, I call Progressive and drop all coverage except for comprehensive, just in case the garage is robbed or explodes or something. By doing that, I go from paying ~90/month to 20/month, and I technically still have a policy so my rates keep going down each year the policy is renewed. I save a decent amount of money this way; it's probably what the underwriter meant.

this is exactly what the underwriter meant. Thanks for clarifying.

An underwriter told me to "suspend" my insurance during off months to save money. I'm not sure what this means...but they acted as if this was insider information.

Sounds like your best option. I would go that route. then all your bases are covered. If he's not willing to do that then you know something fishy.

He's willing to do this. And instead of me driving to him to get the bike, he's driving to me. Thanks to everyone who commented.

Thanks for all of the info guys! Dude just came by my desk, trying to "sell me" on the pup. I told him that I think that when the time comes, I'm just going to adopt and be done with it...

Spend the money and get the dog you WANT!!! You wont have regrets if you do what you want.

I'm going to vegas this weekend, 3pm flight friday. My goal is to not sleep until sunday's flight at 4:30pm - PAC Time.

Benyen - You can get POA on a specific item...in this case a bike.

Chrome - Any bike is worth trouble!!!

Ok, I went to the BMV today and this is what the lady there told me to do...

1. Get Power of Attorney - this is done by having us fill out a POA form and getting it notorized.

2. Have him call his lender (Yamaha) and have his address changed to mine.

3. Pay off lien (I'll do this over the phone via Credit Card).

4. When the title comes, take title and notorized POA form to Title office. I can get the title transferred in to my name WITHOUT his signature (because of POA).

5. Get plates.

6. Ride new (used) bike like a mofo.

Does anyone see a problem with this?

thanks in advance.

Zorro: Thanks. I'm going to weigh the options some more this week, and if I decide to get one, then I may swing through to check out yours. Sorry to hear that the dog's having issues.

Thanks. His demeanor hasn't changed. I'm just tired of cleaning up after him when he gets sick. Antibiotics cures him in a day...so it's not too bad.

PM me when you wanna stop over...

Spending over 1k for a dog is outrageous! I cant stand how people try to make money off of selling dogs... especially when half the time they dont even know what they are doing. Its sad. Just too many damn dogs dying in shelters and then you have selfish asshole that are breeding them just to try and make money.

I don't know how much money breeders make. For english bulldogs, their breed requires artificial insemination and c-sections...hence the expensive price.

I think spending 30% more for a ducati is outrageous!!! People like what they like...and if they can afford it...more power to them.

I have a english bulldog (see avatar). I've had him for over 7 years. I got him as a gift from my ex-girlfriend. She paid $1600 for him. He was purchased online and shipped by plane from Oklahoma. He was picked up at cbus airport!

Anyway, he's a great dog...but the first year he was a stubborn/hyper pup. Up until October this past year...he was pretty healthy. Minor wrinkle problems on his face and an ear infection. This year he's had some stomach problems...but this is not specific to the breed. Expected life is 8-12 years.

If you really like the breed, I'd spend the extra money and go to a bulldog pet show. I saw some sweet pups here for about 2k. However, as long as it's AKC...you'll be fine. One of my best friends has a bulldog too...so I may be OR.net resident expert. PM me with more questions. You're welcome to stop over for a visit too.

what are the title issues?

Ok, makes sense. I would just meet with him and see how it goes. If you need to think about it tell him and take a few days. Honestly though, if the guy is concerned about how to handle the transaction properly...I don't think he is looking to screw you over.

He's only slightly concerned...he's only concerned because I'm concerned and not buying his bike that he doesn't want.

I was supposed to meet him Saturday...but I decided to postpone while I did more research. He's doing some research on this topic as well and we're supposed to discuss this tomorrow.

I wouldn't have done it this way though if I didn't feel comfortable with the seller.

That's the thing, I don't really know the seller. From my communications with him, he seems cool and legit...but I know if it's a fair judgement.

I don't care if I have to wait a few weeks to ride...I have a bike and I can't ride in this weather anyway. I guess I'm looking for more peace of mind.

IDK, I guess I don't worry as much about these things. If it were me I would just write up a bill of sale and take the bike with me. Bill of sale will get you 30-day tags so you can ride while waiting for the title to arrive.

What happens if I never get the title?

I was debating on making the check out to his title holder and getting a bill of sale notorized. But the title would still go to him...unless there's away to have his lender send it to me. However, I'd still need to get him to sign it. AGH!

I'm interested in buying a bike off a seller who still owes money...therefore, title is NOT in-hand. The seller would use my payment to pay off the bike in full. The seller financed the bike via the manufacture (so, going to the bank is not an option). I do not know the guy personally, so trust is an issue at this point. I'm sure many people have purchased bikes/cars while the owner still owes.

How should I go about doing this?

Should I just forget about it while the title is not in-hand?

Thanks in advance...

I hate that he got caught. Well, I hate the fact that he did it even more. I hate Barry Bonds and A-Fraud was on pace to pass Barry for the home run record. Now, it's all f'ed up.

Anyway, baseball is a joke and has been for sometime. Sosa and McGuire's home run race in '98? revived the sport. Now, it's getting it's second black eye.

With all that being said, how do we know that Babe Ruth/Hank Aaron/Dimaggio/...and the list goes on...how do we know that those players from the 40-70's weren't using Performance Enhancers?

F it. Baseball sucks. Football is America's pastime!

Ok sooo.......?

My asking price is fine? I'm not sure what u are going for here...

Me neither. Just adding my two cents Good luck with the sale.

blue book is: 3600 trade 5500 retail

do you have a price in mind? Why did you remove the stickers and paint it? Did you drop/wreck it?

Hello everyone,

I'm Paul, and I'm from near Pittsburgh. I'm a career EMT/Rescue Technician, plus a volunteer firefighter. exSRAaron sent me to the site since were going to be mini racing this summer, and that I'm only like an hour or two from the border..

I currently ride an '08 R6S and a TT-R 225... I've been riding the street now close to 2yrs now, and the dirt only a few months...

Be safe out their this upcoming year and maybe if you get close enough to the border for a ride, I'll come out too!!!

I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL SPRING!!!

Welcome. Where from 'near Pittsburgh'?

Sorry to hear about your bad experience. I never dealt with cyclesearch...and maybe I'm wrong for stating this but think their bikes are over-priced. I know they need to make money...but looking on ebay/craiglist and doing comparisons to their website listed prices (maybe they list them high on the website???) it's pretty ridiculous. Seems like Mitch was a dick. Hopefully their parts/sales manager sees this thread and Mitch hears about it.

So now, it seems like their bikes are over priced and their one salesman Mitch and maybe his coworker aren't nice to the ladies. SAD.