So I did a custom carpentry job for a guy 4 years ago. He didn't have the money to pay me and left his custom bike for collateral. He hasn't been back for it since. I believe it has a 100 or 110" RevTech engine, 6 speed trans and a 3" open belt drive. Rigid frame and an extended springer front end. Should I try to get a title on it or sell the drivetrain and front end off it?

 

I only want to get the $4000 he owed me back.

 

I would try to find a lawyer and get a legal ruling on whether the bike is yours or not.

 

Is there any VIN on it ? Was it originally a manufacturer built bike ? Did the guy even have a title for it? If it is a complete custom built bike, you might be able to apply for a homebuilt/custom bike title and they send you a new VIN to put on it.

 

I didn't notice a VIN. There's a number on the engine case and the bike still has the plate and last inspection sticker on it. It's a custom built from a local builder I believe. Maybe I'll contact the local PD and see if they'll run the plate for me for some info.

 

try to get a title from the guy. It will make it a lot easier to sell.

 

Id say do what you need to to make it yours, then sell it if you need the money

Just curious, you got pics?

 

Dude if you did some custom carpentry work then you must know where he lives.
Go talk to him and find out what his thoughts are, but above all else be kind with
your words, "a kind voice turns away wrath."

 

beat your 4 G's outta that revtech for a couple months then sell it to me for 2 G's.

 

Do a mechanics lean against it for the title , cost you a couple months and few hundred in fees . Check the local DMV for the details .

You can break it down and maybe get your money as a roller but then you'll have to supply bill of sales for everything to the next guy , always the paper trail .