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2 KTMS on ebay-- strange listings

Started by Monsterlover, July 25, 2009, 05:52:51 AM

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Monsterlover

July 25, 2009, 05:52:51 AM
I get emails from ebay whenever something comes up in the 950 supermoto search.

This one and this one popped up today.

What I don't like, even though these are from different sellers in different areas of the country, they're both regular 950 Sm's and the listings are worded almost the same.  They also both have the huge spec sheet on the bike as the main section of the description.

Just seems like too much of a coincidence.

Thoughts?
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

pitbull03

#1
July 25, 2009, 07:50:20 AM
Spidey senses are tingling...looks sketchy.  Contact the seller and if you don't get a good feeling, I'd look elsewhere.
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Monsterlover

#2
July 25, 2009, 07:52:14 AM
Im not looking, I already own one.

It just seemed odd to me is all. . .
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

Kopfjager

#3
July 25, 2009, 08:27:15 AM
Mileage isn't even close.
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Monsterlover

#4
July 25, 2009, 08:31:21 AM
I know, and one of them has aftermarket cans, but still

Wouldn't be the first time someone put up an ad on ebay with someone elses pictures
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

Kopfjager

#5
July 25, 2009, 08:33:57 AM
Wait, I think I see a black helicopter outside.   :D
Woohoohoohoo! Two personal records! For breath holding and number of sharks shot in the face.

Monsterlover

#6
July 25, 2009, 08:34:47 AM
;D
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

mstevens

#7
July 25, 2009, 08:56:43 AM Last Edit: July 25, 2009, 08:59:25 AM by mstevens
Could be sketchy, but people steal each other's listing layouts, wording, and pictures all the time.

I this case, it looks as if they each copied and pasted the specs from somewhere else. Apart from that, there are some significant differences, including the heated "gripes" on one. I agree that the "Never down and service up to date. Wonderful and very enjoyable motorcycle that is both versatile and exciting to ride. Please contact me with any questions." bit is creepily similar.
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2005 Ducati Monster 620 (Rosso Anniversary Ducati) - Sold
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Monsterlover

#8
July 25, 2009, 09:17:52 AM
look under payment and shipping information...

word for word
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

Popeye the Sailor

#9
July 25, 2009, 09:32:42 AM
Quote from: Monsterlover on July 25, 2009, 09:17:52 AM
look under payment and shipping information...

word for word

Typically scammers don't want local pickup though.....
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