Those seem to be the two sides to this discussion,,,, So, which do you feel is the better choice.

Please, no flaming for a users choice, I find merit in both, but think over all # 2 is a better over all choice...

 

To me #2 is the only choice here.

 

sounds like someone got their feelings hurt in classifieds.
mr. roundboxes is a bad man!

 

I can see both sides...

1. Don't knock something for the sake of knocking it..unless you know the person and it's a joke, in which case J/K should be added at some point...lol

2. If some troll comes on pedaling his worn out **** that only belongs in the dump, and someone recognizes it, then jump in with both feet...but make sure you know what you are talking about...
As for price, well this is where for the most part folks should keep there traps shut, it's true that a Hawk sold in SD, vs say FL is going to have a different sales price..No doubt...Just because there price seems high for your area, it may be right in line for someone else...That said, use some discretion, PM the seller and ask them if they are on Crack, perhaps they have no idea what there bike is not worth! LOL...Seriously, just ask your self WWGD (What would Greg do?) LMAO....The grand poo bah...

Use common sense...and we can all get along...

 

i really have to say, this is the best forum i have ever belonged to. all of you are so helpful and i have learned a lot from all of you! hopefully i will be able to give as much to this forum as i have taken from it as time goes on......i say #2

 

I think once since I've been here I told somebody their price was high 'cause they wanted more for a used item than the new retail-delivered price.

A bunch more times, even for an item I didn't need or want, I'd praise the offer and bump it so others could see it.

The only "rule" should be give people the benefit of the doubt on their good will and keep the comment polite and respectful.

This forum runs pretty damn good with a minimum of rules and moderation. I vote to keep it that way.

 

I'd say do it with tact and a dose of common sense... But yeah I'm gonna go with the option for having an opinion...

Y'all know I can't keep my mouth shut anyways soo...

 

I really didn't mean to crush anyone's fingers but I might have. Facts are just that and sometimes they can be cold and hard.

I have the following comments to give example of how I view classifieds:

I prefer to deal with forum members before all others.

Have I paid too much? yes Sometimes when a member is getting out, needs some cash for a new project on his bike or whatever the reason. It's a learning experience (or was at the time) and I chalk it up as such. ALL of them are still counted as friends and guys that I could call for a favor.

By contrast I have offered members fair price for their parts when THEY didn't know what the number was. (my Penske shock)

Have I gotten good deals and good parts? yes 99.9 and you can't get that at flea-gay!

Have I sold parts to other members? yes Usually dollar for dollar what I paid plus freight to you. I don't own my Superhawk to make money off her. It's a pleasure ride and I want others to enjoy theirs too.

Do I give away parts? yes When Josh crashed we walked through the shop like we had a shopping cart. All little **** but it got him back on the road. When Ally crashed in Mn she got my stock bars, somebody got my stock mirrors to pass inspection - I look at all these parts as inferior and of little value but if it keeps you on the road everybody wins.

People who want to make money for boxing & shipping need to find a new job. My office is a half mile from a mailing station that I have used for 18 years. I've known the owner since the git. I know my freight rates are right and advantageously priced.

Have you ever been "burned" by another member? no. I've taken some bad checks, goods are shipped but payment method fails - not to worry - no unresolved issues. All these guys have been square with me, some have had difficulties but that's life.

Mr. Round Boxes retires the soapbox

 

HAHAHAHA! I love this forum.

 

I don't see why classifieds should be any different than any other forum section. It is absolutely possible to tactfully suggest that someone is asking too much, just as it's possible to politely disagree on the fastest color (it's black, btw). There's a world of difference between "hey, that part is $10 cheaper brand new" and "you moron, there's no way I'd pay $100 per CCT, are you friggin high?"

I go to forums to get and offer help. Telling someone a part is overpriced is just as helpful as telling them a better way to address a mechanical issue. It's all in the delivery.