AlexJames Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 Hey Guys, Id appreciate some advice. I just sold my little RS125 motorbike yesterday for £900. I have just had a call from the guy who brought it to tell me, buy the time they got it home the starter motor was hanging off, the suspension has gone and its dangerous to drive. Obviously they are wanting their money back. Now Im a straight up guy. I knew of none of these problems existed and I have been riding it daily! Its only just come out of my garage a few months back and they reported no problems with it. I didnt mean to sell them a dud, I loved that bike and Im kinda inclined to give them their money back because I know I would be gutted if I just brought something and it was knackered. But, I also dont want to get ripped off if they have ragged the life out of it and left me with a huge bill... Anyone know how you know if the suspension has gone on a bike? Im sure hes not talking about the front because I KNOW they were fine! Am I right in thinking legally I have to give them their money back, 24hours thing... ? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 i would say not your problem mate, they bought it as it was... Did they look round the bike? take it for a test, start it when you were present etc. This is all part and parcel of buying 2nd hand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imi Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 Sold as seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 Definitely sold as seen. You are not a trader or a professional in that trade. If it's pulling on your heart strings then fair enough but I can't see any legal ramifications for telling them where to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vertex Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 did he sign a sold as seen contract? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sideexitsupra Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 Did you infer or offer any type of warranty? If not then it is hard luck on their part. Surely they inspected it before buying it? How can these things go wrong so quickly? Maybe a bit of buyers remorse going on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westy Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 As stated there is no buyer protection in a private sale...the item is sold as seen!!! They will just have to lump it and foot the bill themselves! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexJames Posted August 4, 2011 Author Share Posted August 4, 2011 No they didnt sign any sold as seen contract. Just the V5 Logbook. I honestly dont understand how so manythings can go wrong. Ok, maybe the starter motor did rattle itself loose and I didnt notice (possible) But if the suspension had gone, surley I would of felt that when riding it! I rode it only a few hours before I sold it! Yeah, the son came to see the bike, took it for a test drive and everything. Then came back later with his dad and some money.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 No they didnt sign any sold as seen contract. Just the V5 Logbook. I honestly dont understand how so manythings can go wrong. Ok, maybe the starter motor did rattle itself loose and I didnt notice (possible) But if the suspension had gone, surley I would of felt that when riding it! I rode it only a few hours before I sold it! Yeah, the son came to see the bike, took it for a test drive and everything. Then came back later with his dad and some money.... Job Done, go have a beer. Not a leg to stand on...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexJames Posted August 4, 2011 Author Share Posted August 4, 2011 I think your right Geo! I did a bit more research... apparently their 'family mechanic' has given a list of things needed replacing... ok here it goes! Break Pads Speedo cable Starter motor Tyre Air Pressure Rear suspension felt a bit soft The starter motor, ok thats bad luck, I had no idea that was on the blink! I laughed at this, its a 2nd hand bike and hes arguing over tyre pressure and the suspension being soft!? Its a bike!!! Tighten it or lose a few pounds! Lastly he knew the speedo cable didnt work, he test drove it. Anyway a new one only costs about a tenner. And break pads!...take a hike and do it yourself!? man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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