A man who recently purchased a Harley-Davidson on credit said he found a geolocation device installed on his motorcycle.
The case was shared by HighLifecontent creator living in Florida (United States). In the video, he explains that the device was attached behind the right saddlebag of his motorcycle.
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After removing the device, he threw it out the window of his pickup truck to avoid being followed. “So when you find it, this is what you do. Get rid of it,” HighLife suggested in the clip.
The publication has already exceeded 60,000 views and collected hundreds of comments from Internet users shocked by the scene. Although many were concerned about potentially being monitored, the device was likely installed by the dealership that financed the bike, according to the site. Engine1.
In some cases, these devices are marketed as recovery tools in the event of theft. In others, they are linked to financing terms, making it easier for creditors to locate or even recover a vehicle if payments are interrupted.
A commentator, presenting himself as an employee of a dealership Harley-Davidsonclaimed that these trackers are usually installed when creditors do not have full confidence in the buyer’s creditworthiness. Others countered that they had excellent credit scores and yet found similar devices on their motorcycles.
In any case, despite HighLife’s gesture apparently aimed at protecting his privacy, several Internet users pointed out that GPS is probably mentioned in the clauses of the financing contract he signed.
“Don’t take it out if you’re financing the bike. Usually the contract specifies that if you remove it before you have paid everything, they can [la récupérer] immediately,” warned one TikTok user. “They make you sign a clause acknowledging that they will install a GPS on your motorcycle,” added another.
Overall, HighLife’s video highlights the importance of reading all documents carefully when purchasing a vehicle. In case of financing, it is essential to examine the clauses relating to tracking, recovery devices, data sharing or possible immobilization of the vehicle.
It is recommended to be proactive during the negotiation, ask all necessary questions, verify the location of the device, know who controls the data and what happens in the event of damage or removal.
Photo and video: TikTok @highlife0580. This content was created with the help of AI and proofread by the editorial staff.
@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
