FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

No. Simply open any lot page, scroll to the bid form, enter your name, email address and bid amount. No registration required. We confirm every bid by email within 24 hours.

Yes ”” each lot shows the minimum bid increment on its page. You cannot bid less than the current bid plus the increment. There is no maximum bid ”” you can bid as high as you like.

Bids are binding. Once placed, a bid cannot be cancelled except in exceptional circumstances at our discretion (e.g., a documented material misrepresentation in the listing). Contact us immediately if you believe this applies.

We send an outbid notification email when another bidder places a higher offer. Check your spam folder if you do not receive it. You can then return to the listing and place a higher bid.

The earlier bid takes precedence. Ties are broken by timestamp ”” the first bidder to reach that amount is considered the leading bidder.

A salvage title means the vehicle was declared a total loss by an insurance company at some point. The bike may have been repaired and is fully functional, but the title will permanently reflect the salvage history. Salvage titles are clearly labelled on every listing.

A clean title means there is no record of the bike being written off as a total loss. It has not been declared salvage or rebuilt. Clean title lots are typically higher value and easier to register in all 50 states.

A rebuilt title means the bike was previously salvage, was repaired, and passed a state inspection to receive a rebuilt designation. Many states allow rebuilt-title bikes to be registered and insured, though some insurers will only offer liability coverage.

Yes. Contact us before the auction ends to schedule an in-person inspection at our Chicago location. We encourage buyers to inspect and are happy to arrange viewings Monday”“Saturday, 9AM”“5PM CST.

Mileage is taken directly from the odometer at time of inspection. We note any discrepancies or tamper indicators in the listing. If mileage is unknown or the odometer is non-functional, the listing will state "miles exempt" or "unknown."

Within 24 hours of auction close, we send a confirmation email to the winning bidder's address. A member of our team will follow up by phone or email to introduce themselves and begin the settlement process.

Payment is due within 5 business days of winning unless otherwise agreed in writing. If you need additional time, contact us immediately ”” we are flexible for genuine buyers and prefer communication over forfeiture.

Notify us immediately. Non-payment without notice may result in your contact details being blocked from future auctions. If you have a genuine emergency, contact us ”” we will work with you. The bike will be re-listed if a deal cannot be reached.

Yes. Upon completion of payment, we provide a signed bill of sale and transfer all available title documentation. Keep these documents for registration and insurance purposes.

No. There is no buyer's premium at HarleyBids. The amount you bid is the amount you pay for the bike. Transport fees, if applicable, are separate and shown on each listing before you bid.

We accept bank wire transfer, certified check or cashier's check, and financing through approved lenders. We do not accept personal checks, PayPal, or credit card payments for the bike purchase.

We work with a network of lenders who finance motorcycle purchases including salvage and rebuilt-title bikes. Contact us after winning and we can connect you with a lender. Pre-approval before bidding is also available ”” contact us to get started.

All payment is arranged offline with our team ”” no payment is processed through this website. We never ask for card numbers or banking details over email. Wire instructions are provided on official letterhead by phone or secure document.

Yes. Collection is available at our Chicago location by appointment. We are open Monday”“Saturday, 9AM”“5PM. Contact us after winning to schedule your pickup.

We can connect you with trusted enclosed-transport carriers who ship motorcycles across the US. We do not arrange transport directly ”” we provide recommendations and the carrier contacts you directly for pricing and scheduling.

Enclosed motorcycle transport generally ranges from $300”“$900 depending on distance. A transport fee estimate is shown on each lot page. Final cost is quoted directly by the carrier.

Yes ”” international buyers are welcome to bid. You are responsible for arranging international shipping, customs clearance, and import duties. We can provide documentation required for export. Contact us for assistance.

Yes ”” we accept consignment bikes from private sellers. We handle photography, listing creation, auction management and buyer follow-up. Contact us via the consignment form or call us to discuss your bike.

There are no upfront fees. We charge a commission only when your bike sells. Commission rates vary based on the expected sale price ”” contact us for a free quote and to discuss your specific bike.

We accept bikes in all conditions ”” running or non-running, clean title or salvage. The condition and title status are clearly disclosed in the listing. We do not accept stolen bikes or bikes with unknown ownership history.

Fill out the consignment enquiry form or call us. We'll ask for basic details about the bike, review the title, and arrange an inspection. Listing goes live within 48 hours of approval.

Yes. We only collect your name, email and phone number when you place a bid or contact us. We do not sell this data to third parties. Read our full Privacy Policy for details.

The current highest bid is publicly visible on each lot page. Your name and contact details are never shown publicly ”” only the bid amount and timestamp are displayed.

Every email we send includes an unsubscribe link at the bottom. You can also email us at info@harleybids.com and we will remove you from our mailing list within 24 hours.

Yes. Email info@harleybids.com with "Data Deletion Request" in the subject. We will delete your contact information within 30 days, subject to any legal obligations to retain transaction records.