my lame story: test drove a brand new ducati monster 620. hit a tree. the bike is damaged (not sure how much yet, it still runs and doesn't look to bad with quick once over). i had to buy it since i signed a test drive agreement before hand. What should i do wth it now? Try to pay more to fix it? Find a junkyard? Find a dealer that buys em for the good parts? I have no idea...
2006-06-11 20:12:31 · 7 answers · asked by bobbigboote 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
btw since i hadnt bought it before the drive i didn't have insurance. (i assume my car insur doesnt cover it)
2006-06-11 20:16:31 · update #1
Talk to a lawyer but did the shop not have insurance of the bike? I can't imagine the shop would send anybody out on a test ride without any insurance and I don't think that would be legal either! Glad you're not hurt and good luck!
2006-06-12 15:48:29 · answer #1 · answered by Nikita 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with your car insurance; not sure if it will cover the bike but worth asking, as most car insurance policies will cover a test-drive in a car, as long as you have full coverage (comprehensive). If you only have collision, you're out of luck because if you totalled your own car, they'd not cover it.
Depending on the damage, you may be better off trying to repair it, or scrapping it. A lot of the repair fees on a bike like that are cosmetic--- it costs a lot to repair/replace the fairings. So if the motor is relatively undamaged, replace the fairings. You can even buy used fairings to keep your costs down. If there's damage to the motor or the frame, it may be better to sell it as salvage. You'll get a higher sale price if you sell it as a salvage bike on eBay, or the local newspaper, than selling it to a salvage yard--- eliminate the middle-man, keep the extra money!
2006-06-12 05:05:18 · answer #2 · answered by dcgirl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stay away from dealers, junkyards and such.
I agree that the "you break it you bought it" contract was probably not binding, and a Monster is no cheap machine.
If you like the bike and a reputable shop (not the effing dealer) says it can be fixed, do so and write it up to experience. If it can't be fixed, or you find it is not the bike for you, get a lawyer and sue the dealer.
In either case, take a rider safety course, 'cause evidently your kung fu is not the greatest.
2006-06-11 23:32:08 · answer #3 · answered by Grendle 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
erm why the hell you hit a tree with a bike lol not smart move but they are a nice bike and if it aint that bad do the thing up yes it will cost but not as much as the bike did then get out and enjoy the thing .oh but mind the trees next time they are solid ands dont have much give in them and they hurt
2006-06-11 22:02:21 · answer #4 · answered by stoneyzulu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definately one to get legal advice on but check with your car insurance policy as some do cover you to drive a vehicle that you don't own which will, if you're fortunate, extend to motorcycles.
2006-06-11 22:22:07 · answer #5 · answered by carhirechap 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Better get legal advice from a lawyer on this one. Depending on the state you reside in and your age, the contract may or may not have been binding.
If you do own it, fix it & ride if it's not too costly.
2006-06-11 20:22:02 · answer #6 · answered by mikerigel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like perfect chopper material, drivetrain in good shape? will take some time, but with that power, you could have a killer chop
2006-06-11 22:29:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋