Beware of Victory & Indian Motorcycle Parts Scams on Facebook!

Subject: Victory & Indian Motorcycle Parts Scams on Facebook!

Victory and Indian riders, heads-up! We've seen a surge in scams on Facebook Marketplace and groups, with fake sellers offering Victory & Indian motorcycle parts at unbelievably low prices. These are often fraudulent listings designed to steal your money.

Many times two or more scammers will work together. They will lead you to believe they are reputable by recommending the other's service or products. Make sure you follow the steps below and verify who you are dealing with before sending any money.

Leslie Morrow a long time Victory owner states, "What I'm seeing lately is a scammer will act as if they are interested in hard to find parts to purchase for themselves Then someone will post pics of said parts then the scammer will copy the picture sent to them by an actual seller and turn around adding their fake profile name with the pictures they just received and try to pawn them off as their own. By the time anyone figures out they just got robbed that scammer disappears and starts a new fake profile to try and draw in more potential victims. And it seems to only stop when they are called out publicly to the rest of the group."

How to Avoid Being Scammed:

• Verify the Seller: Check their profile for age, activity, and reviews. Be wary of new or inactive accounts.
• Insist on Secure Payment: Avoid using payment methods like Venmo, Zelle, or Friends & Family on PayPal. Stick to PayPal Goods & Services or credit card payments, which offer buyer protection.
• Be Wary of "Too Good to Be True" Deals: If a price seems significantly lower than market value, it's likely a scam.
• Private Message or PM: If someone is asking you to send them a private message instead of calling them or posting directly in the comments, this is almost 99% a scam.
• Request Detailed Photos: Ask for multiple photos of the item from different angles, and even a video if possible.
• Ask for the Date and Name in Photos: Have the person put the date, their name and email in the actual photo. 
  
• Check Seller Reputation: Search the seller's name online for any negative reviews or reports of scams.
• Ask for a tracking number: If you do purchase something, insist on a tracking number.
• Trust your gut: if something feels wrong, it probably is.

If You've Been Scammed:

1. Report the Scam: Report the seller and the listing to Facebook Marketplace or the relevant group administrator.
2. Contact Your Payment Provider: If you used PayPal or a credit card, file a dispute immediately.
3. File a Police Report: Report the scam to your local police department and the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
4. Document Everything: Keep records of all communication, payment details, and screenshots of the listing.

There Are Several Trusted and Recognized Sellers on Facebook.

One such seller is Kevin Graham. Notice how his garage floor is recognizable in all his posts. He shop photos and name in the images are consistent. This consistency can help you determine authenticity.

Brock Dykes is located in Wyoming and is another trusted source for Victory parts and accessories. He has a wide range of new dealer parts for sale. He is also a trusted source for technical & mechanical information about Victory motorcycles.

Protect yourself and your fellow riders! Stick to reputable sellers like Witchdoctors.com for genuine OEM Victory motorcycle parts and aftermarket accessories. When looking for good used parts check out Kevin Graham or Brock Dykes on Facebook.

Ride Safe!