Never:
- Never give your address or post code if asked for by phone. Once you have confirmed identity (request a landline number -this is a good way) then still beware.
- Never invite any buyer to your home to view your machine. If you do intend to do this make it clear that they must bring a form of identity with them (driving licence or passport) and a photo will be taken of them. Any genuine buyer will be happy to do so.
- Never Allow test rides without full cash payment
Do:
- Use a neutral venue where you can guarantee your safety, take some friends with you.
- Inform buyers that photo ID and proof of address is required when meeting - honest buyers will not mind.
- Make sure you have the money before parting with your bike. Even if buyer offers to leave a car or other item as a guarantee.
Do Not:
- ACCEPT A CHEQUE AND WAIT FOR IT TO CLEAR WITHOUT MAKING SURE YOU HAVE SEEN SOME FORM OF IDENTITY (DRIVING LICENCE OR PASSPORT)
- Please do NOT use BALBACKIE as a meeting venue for buying or selling a machine.
Be aware:
- Be aware to check that you are not being followed home.
- Take any suspicious van or car registration details and description of any person involved.
- Always lock your bike even if in a Garage. If possible park a car in front of garage doors.
Extra Notes:
- It is advisable for you to start using a Security Chain and Padlock when your bike is not in use at an event, even at Balbackie, and more so if we are visiting other venues.
- While we have Security Officers at all events, it is everyone's responsibility to be on the look out and to report anything of suspicion.
