Test rides selling question

[Maha]

When selling a bike on TM, what is the best way to word the issue of test rides?
Some say ''proof of cash'' / ''no test pilots'' etc..but I am not that uptight about it to be honest.

I don't mind allowing test rides, have done so in the past and done on face value, sold quickly as a result.
Proof of full license a minimum?

[Glowerss]

Whats your insurance say on the matter of somebody else crashing your bike while selling?

If your Premiums aren't gonna go up and the person who crashes it pays the deductible, what's the harm?

I've let a couple people ride bikes I was selling, but fuck it makes me nervous personally seeing the way some people ride

[willytheekid]

Be careful mate..there are some dodgy buggers out there.

Insist on either Cash up front, or at the very least-proof of said funds, License MUST be shown before the ride, and an acceptance that "you break it...you bought it!" (Or your paying the excess! yada yada)

Hope the sale goes well mate, but stick to ya guns!...would hate to hear some prick rode off into the sunset with out paying (It does happen!)



ps...if NoDrog turns up for a "test ride"...just turn the hose on him! (And DON'T let him ride it!...unless you like an empty tank, bald tyres and...stains)

[Maha]

Whats your insurance say on the matter of somebody else crashing your bike while selling?

If your Premiums aren't gonna go up and the person who crashes it pays the deductible, what's the harm?

I've let a couple people ride bikes I was selling, but fuck it makes me nervous personally seeing the way some people ride

I should look at the insurance poilcy, it's full comp, but have no idea what the terms/conditions are on test rides etc.
Not mentioning the words Test Ride in the sale notes may be an option?

[Maha]

Be careful mate..there are some dodgy buggers out there.

Insist on either Cash up front, or at the very least-proof of said funds, License MUST be shown before the ride, and an acceptance that "you break it...you bought it!" (Or your paying the excess! yada yada)

Hope the sale goes well mate, but stick to ya guns!...would hate to hear some prick rode off into the sunset with out paying (It does happen!)



ps...if NoDrog turns up for a "test ride"...just turn the hose on him! (And DON'T let him ride it!...unless you like an empty tank, bald tyres and...stains)

Last time he was here my fridge got emptied...
Proof of funds is a good idea, I am a very trusting guy until someone crosses me.
I tend to size someone up within the first few minutes in a situation like this...

PS: wheres my choclate fish?

[willytheekid]

....PS: wheres my choclate fish?

...he ate that as well??...the bastard! (you should look at getting a lock on that fridge aye )

[Devil]

In my most recent ads, I have put 'Test rides negotiable'. At least you can then discuss the issue with any prospective buyers.

[Maha]

In my most recent ads, I have put 'Test rides negotiable'. At least you can then discuss the issue with any prospective buyers.

Cheers Dev'...that sounds reasonable enough.

[baffa]

I'd want their license at the very least.

Defo bell your insurance company and check that unnamed drivers are ok.

[nodrog:Me]

What a pack of rude bastards!

Put nothing in the add, if somebody wants to ride it they will ask. Its not a harley so the sons of anarchy arent going to turn up and steal it.

And if they are asian just tell them to buy one from home (japan, not howick).

[steve_t]

What a pack of rude bastards!

And if they are asian just tell them to buy one from home (japan, not howick).

LOL. The ironing is delicious because all Asian people come from Japan

[DrunkenMistake]

I have herd alot of stories of people turning up with a mate and their mate sitting in the car, the person takes the bike for a test ride, 5 mins later the mate in the car fucks off, both are never to be seen again,
if thats the case maybe ask for the friends car keys as a security measure?

[nodrog:Me]

I have herd alot of stories of people turning up with a mate and their mate sitting in the car, the person takes the bike for a test ride, 5 mins later the mate in the car fucks off, both are never to be seen again,
if thats the case maybe ask for the friends car keys as a security measure?

Yeah but insurance will pay for that wont they?

[BigAl]

It certainly is a tricky one as I would never buy a bike without first taking it for a test ride.

So wording it as test rides negotiable sounds like a great idea.

[Maha]

I have herd alot of stories of people turning up with a mate and their mate sitting in the car, the person takes the bike for a test ride, 5 mins later the mate in the car fucks off, both are never to be seen again,
if thats the case maybe ask for the friends car keys as a security measure?

That wont be happening I can assure you, anything looks amiss and the bike wont leave the property...
The bike is in mint condition and the money I want for it wont turn up with someone in a clapped out POS car/bike with mate.