A man who recently purchased a Harley-Davidson through financing he said he found a tracking device installed on the motorcycle.
The case was shared by HighLifecontent creator living in Florida (USA). In the video he explained that the device was attached to the back of the right side bag of his motorcycle.
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After removing the device, he threw it out the window of his pickup truck to avoid continuing to be monitored. “So when you find it, this is what you do. Get rid of it,” HighLife suggested in the clip.
The publication has already exceeded 60 thousand views and collected hundreds of comments from users who were shocked by the scene. Although many were concerned at the idea of being monitored, the device was probably installed by the dealer who financed the motorcycle, as reported by the site Engine1.
In some cases, these devices are marketed as theft recovery devices; in others, they are linked to financing provisions that allow creditors to locate or even recover a vehicle more easily if payments are stopped.
One commenter, who identified himself as a dealership employee Harley-Davidsonsaid such trackers are generally installed only when creditors do not have full confidence in the buyer’s creditworthiness. However, other users have countered by claiming that they have excellent credit scores and have still found similar devices on their motorcycles.
In any case, although HighLife’s gesture appeared to be an attempt to protect his privacy, several internet users pointed out that the GPS device is probably mentioned in the terms of the financing contract he signed.
“Don’t remove it if you’re financing. Usually in the contract it says that if you remove it before you’ve paid everything, they can [recuperare la moto] immediately,” highlighted one user on TikTok. “They make you sign a statement acknowledging that they will install a GPS on your motorcycle,” added another commenter.
Overall, HighLife’s video highlights the importance of carefully reading all documentation before purchasing a vehicle. If you resort to financing, it is essential to carefully examine the clauses relating to tracking, recovery devices, data sharing or possible immobilization of the vehicle.
It is advisable to be proactive during the negotiation, clarify any doubts, find out where the device is installed, who controls the data and what happens in case of damage or removal.
Photos and videos: TikTok @highlife0580. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
@highlife0580 So first thing you do when you buy a new motorcycle just take that GPS off and throw it out the window get rid of it ain’t no point in them tracking you ##fyp##gps##harleydavidsonmotorcycles##followme ♬ original sound – HighLife
