Anyone sold their bike on Ebay?
 

If so, I'd be eager to hear how it went and what to watch out for. I've never sold a bike on Ebay before but am about to, I think.

Did you set a reserve and how did you determine what to set it at? Does a reserve really deter potential bidders? How do you handle viewing? Does all the bidding happen at the end like usual?

And no, I won't be accepting any checks from Nigeria. :lol:

Yes, more than a couple of bikes... i've also bought 1 from there.

Viewings, stick your email addy on the advert or phone number... same as usual.

Yep, usually right at the end.

Reserve is not set usually, but if i'm honest, i have mates waiting with accounts to bid for the bike up to 1 bid below what i want for it....

I eBay'd my fireblade last year.
First attempt the bike was won didn't go as well as I'd've liked... I had trouble getting the post office to ship it to nigeria, so sadly I had to refuse the gentlemans kind offer of twice the bike's value.

Second attempt went very well. Two people came round to have a look before bidding, and I set a reserve at my absolute bottom price. Last five minutes of the bidding went mad, and I got a little more than I'd expected.

I delivered the bike the same day the auction ended and the guy paid in cash. Everyone's happy!

what are you selling ?

Ebayed my Bandit and currently ebaying my GN125 very easy loads more exposure than Autotrader and MCN but they do go for less on Ebay ie their real selling price not what people want or what parkers say. And I have found the bidding to be very progressive and not all at end.

Only an old Honda.

Not sold a bike on e-bay, but, have bought 2 bikes (Ducati's) off there. Both bikes bought with a cheeky bid after the auctions had finished and the reserves had not been met.


Only good experiences so far.

Here's the text I used Felix when I advertised the R when things got really bad......

Twas just after Xmas so got not bids (but also go none of those time wasting pr**ks either)

This auction is for my Sep’ 2001 (51 Plate) Ducati 748R. The bike was purchased brand new from Shirlaws of Aberdeen. It has full Ducati Service History and is taxed until the end of February 2004. As with any loved Ducati motorcycle, this bike has been cared for meticulously since it’s delivery There are no marks except for the understandable ‘wear & tear’ nicks. The bike will be put back to standard 2001 trim prior to sale (i.e. any aftermarket items you may see in photos of the bike will be removed prior to sale).

<p>This bike is a joy to ride and will make a fine accompaniment to your garage. Equipped with a more powerful engine and based on the 748RS that competed in the 2000 World Supersport Championship, the 748R makes 106+ horsepower at 11,500 rpm. The 748R boasts accessories that are normally only found on factory Corse race bikes. Ultra light Marchesini Corse front and rear wheels, carbon fibre components and four pad P4-34 Brembo calipers are just a few.

<p>If you’re concerned, want pictures or details of any type, then please contact me, and I’ll be more than happy to oblige. I can prove my credibility, can you?????

<p>This is a very reluctant sale.....I won't be giving it away folks.

<p>Relevant details are:
<ul>
<li>2001 model. Registered new in September 2001 by the seller.</li>
<li>One owner since new.</li>
<li>Fuel tank has been signed by Carl Fogarty</li>
<li>Bike number 0769 – Embossed plaque on top yoke</li>
<li>FDSH – Full Ducati Service History from new.</li>
<li>Sale includes all documentation i.e. Up to date service book, owner's manual and alarm/datatag installation certificates.</li>
<li>20,800 miles – Why be put off, if anything was gonna go wrong it would have done by now!!!! It's run in, loosened up and has gone thru 20k of rigourous Quality Assurance tests on your behalf.</li>
<li>Flawless performance since new. No problems whatsoever</li>
<li>I have a genuine reason for selling the bike</li>
<li>Stored in a heated garage since new</li>
<li>Immaculate condition</li>
<li>Oil changed every 3k miles with full synthetic lubes</li>
<li>Full service, including belts, was done at 18k miles. Only one rocker changed in it's life!!!! – This bike is ‘clean’</li>
<li>New gold X-ring chain installed</li>
<li>Brand new clutch plates bought & ready to go in – this will be the first set in 20k miles. That’s how well it’s been looked after!!!</li>
<li>Rennsports have good wear left on them</li>
</ul>

<p>Specification:
<ul>
<li>2001 spec bike</li>
<li>Meta 357T Alarm and Immobiliser</li>
<li>Data-tagged and all major/removable components have Datadot marking</li>
<li>Fully adjustable Ohlins tungsten nitrided forks and rear shock</li>
<li>Single seat, aluminium subframe</li>
<li>106bhp</li>
<li>Marchesini 5-spoke metallic grey light alloy wheels</li>
<li>Brembo P4 4-piston/4-pad calipers</li>
<li>Carbon Airbox</li>
<li>Metallic Grey frame</li>
</ul>

<p><b>HAPPY BIDDING!!!</b> – you won’t be disappointed

<p>This bike is advertised elsewhere so please note that I reserve the right to end the auction at any time

<p>Sorry to say it, but I am no mug and am aware of the time wasting or unscrupulous responses I may get to this auction so.......

<p><b> Fraudsters, thieves, time wasters etc please take note…..</b>
<ul>
<li>The bike <u>will not</u> be released until the funds are safely in my account. No ‘Monopoly’ bankers drafts or cheques will be accepted.</li>
<li>Viewings - You <u>will not</u> see the bike at the same place where it is kept overnight/during the day</li>
<li>The bike is for sale as a bike – Sorry if you snapped your clip-on etc at Cadwell, but I ain’t breaking it for spares.</li>
<li>I know what the retail ‘book’ price is for this bike so no……I’m won’t be selling it for £3k</li>
<li>Basically if you’re genuine, then I’ll treat you accordingly, but if you’re not then ditto.</li>
</ul>

[Edited on 6-2-2006 by Guido]

i tried a couple of times and found that there are loads of idiots out there who bid but dont complete the deal, with excuses like i didnt mean to bid that much,

you can report them to ebay but in the end after it happening a couple of times you still have to pay fees to ebay, even though there was no sale.

i have bough form ebay but short circuted the bidding and just gone and viewed and secured a deal.

[Edited on 6-2-2006 by Bungi]

some more alternatives:

http://www.ducatisportingclub.com/xm....php?tid=13998

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