I'm trying to find my late husband's Harley. It had to be sold in '03 and I would like to buy it back.

Question

The owner may not want to sell, but at least he will know I would be interested if he ever does. Or if it's wrecked and not available I would know that.

I have the VIN but can't find any websites that will give me any info. Without having a friend jeopardize her job and run it at the PD, what other options do I have?

Answer 1

DMV is the place to start but they may or may not help you. Owner's personal information is only given out by a handful of irresponsible states. Most states won't give it to you.

If the bike has been registered in another state then your DMV won't know about it anyway.

I would try Carfax. They should be able to locate where it was most recently registered. If it is in a state that won't release the owner's info try writing to the head of the DMV and explain your goal. Maybe he can forward a letter from you to the current owner.

Your other chance is your local Harley dealer. They may be able to track it down through service records.

Good luck!

Answer 2

Call the DMV and ask if they can help... best wishes.

Answer 3

yep, DMV but you might have a lot better luck to show up in person (and big sad puppy dog eyes).  I seriously doubt they will take the time by a mere phone call to do any research since everytime I go into one of the offices, they are very busy with long lines...

so if you are truly interested in finding as much info as possible, show the people at the DMV that you are taking your own time to research and you might find a soft heart to help you out...

it's easier to play on someones emotions when being kind and respectful than when you are demanding ... that usually puts people on the defensive and they will offer little help.

Answer 4

sure. post vin .where you think bike is state ect. ect in here

might be the guy who owns it is one of us bikers in here or know something about who owns it

Answer 5

Take the vin to the DMV and for a small fee they will get you the information that you need. It is information that is considered public domain and is not protected under the privacy act.