Do I have to register to post ads?
Yes. You can then post ads, edit them, move the ad to a different category, extend the expiration date, delete the ad, and more.

Do you sell user's personal data?
Nope. Nobody wants to give us any decent money for it.
Seriously though; we do not sell, rent, or lend user's data.

What's the advantage of signing up
for the email list?
We are constantly adding features to the SwapMeet; the maillist allows us to keep users up-to-date. We only send notices when there's something important to share.

What happens after I register?
The SwapMeet Fairy emails you a password to the address you registered. Once you have your password you can start posting ads.

What if I don't like the password?
Go to the SwapMeet, click on "Change Password" from the navigation bar. Enter your email (which serves as your user ID), enter the current password, then type a new password you like. You must confirm the new password by typing it twice.

I can't remember my password!
Go back to the SwapMeet, click "Forgot Your Password," enter your email address and date of birth (as you entered when you registered) and the server will email you your password.

I'm a dealer. Can I post ads?
Yes! The only requirement is that you let readers know you are a dealer or business. For example, you can use your business name as part of the ad. There's no fee for commercial ads.

I use the computer at the library;
Is there a way for me to post ads?
Yes, but since you're using a public computer, you will not have an email address on that machine; however, there's a solution. Go to any Web-based email provider (we recommend MotoMail.com), and create an account. Complete the registration form and, when it asks you for an alternate email account, enter something like rider123@xyz.com. Complete all required fields and finish setting up the account. When that is done, you can register in the SwapMeet. After you register with the SwapMeet, the server will email your password to your new MotoMail account; when you have the password, you can post ads. Please write down passwords and keep them in a safe place.

Cannot access my account to post or edit ads.
I get an error message!
The email and password fields are case-sensitive. This means that if you registered as helmetboy@motomail.com but then you try to access your SwapMeet account by typing HELMETBOY@motomail.com instead, you'll get an "invalid username" message. Same goes for the password.

How long will my ad/s run for?
You can run ads for as long as you want or need to. When you post an ad for the first time, you can choose between 30, 60, 90 or 180 days. The default setting is 90 days. If you want to extend the ad after you've posted it, you can do so through the AD EDITOR. You can extend ads in 30 day increments at a time (we're working to allow you to choose longer extension periods).

I posted one ad but I see there's a duplicate!
MotoAds, the software that runs the SwapMeet, uses several CGI scripts. When you click on Submit Ad, the script executes a command to post the data in your ad. If you double-click, you are telling the script to post the same data twice. DO NOT do this. Having repeat ads is a waste of bandwidth, which makes Helmetboy very unhappy. If you notice you've posted duplicate ads, go to the AD EDITOR and delete one.

I need to make changes to an ad.
How do I do that?
From the SwapMeet nav bar, click "EDIT AD." Then enter your email address and password. The AD EDITOR TABLE will load, this table shows all the ads you've posted and which are still current. To edit one ad, click the blue text for the ad that you want to edit (this is pretty self-explanatory once you access your ad table). Then make the changes you want by erasing whatever you need and re-typing. Then click on UPDATE AD; a confirmation box will appear. You can go back to the ad table or logout.

What does "Preferred Contact" mean?
When you register, you provide some basic info about yourself. MotoAds, the software that runs the SwapMeet completes a big portion of the ad forms to save you time and avoid mistakes. You provide your email address and phone number when you register. By default, the email address is the only info that automatically appears when you post an ad. This is the "preferred contact" method most users like. However, you may want people who respond to your ad to call you instead of emailing you, so you can choose PHONE, EMAIL or BOTH. Or, if you've entered an ad for a friend who does not have email access, you can type the ad, select PHONE as the "preferred contact," then go to the AD EDITOR and change the phone number to show his.

Will my ad/s be deleted automatically?
Yes. The program is designed to delete ads once they expire. But, if you've sold your item/s or found what you were looking for, then it's a good idea to manually delete the ads immediately.

I want to delete an ad. How do I do that?
Click on "AD EDITOR." Once the ad table loads, find the ad you want to delete. Click on the little checkbox on the left column on the same line of the ad to be deleted, a checkmark will appear. Then click the "UPDATE" button on the top of the window. The table will refresh and the ad has gone to cyber-heaven.

Can I change my personal data?
You can change everything, except the email address. If you change ISPs (Internet Service Providers), simply register again with the new email info. To change your data, click on "EDIT YOUR USER PROFILE," enter your email address and password and make the necessary changes. When you're done click "Update Profile" and your new info is saved.

Can I access my account from places other than my home or office?
Sure! That's why we ask you to enter your email and password every time you want to post ads, edit ads, etc. This allows you to access your account from anywhere in the world.

Can I share my password with others?
Only if you know them REALLY well. Anyone who gains access to your account has the ability to edit or delete your ads. So make sure they know what they're doing before you allow them to access your account.

Someone has requested I email my password for verification purposes. Should I send it to them?
Hey, why not? Send them a couple credit card numbers too if you want.
Seriously though. No one has any business asking for passwords. We don't. If we want to look it up, we have ways to do so. So the answer is ABSOLUTELY NOT!

May I post the same ad in different categories?
No. The SwapMeet has an extensive index featuring over 40 categories, so find the one that provides the best fit for your ad. Posting the same ad in different categories annoys many people, Helmetboy included, and when readers get upset, Helmetboy gets really mad, and when Helmetboy gets mad, people get hurt!

What happens after the sale?
MotorcycleShopper.com is only a venue for buying, selling and trading; this means buyer and seller are responsible for starting and completing the transaction. But, to give you a good start, here are some tips that may help both parties finalize the agreement in an expeditious manner:

1. Maintain good email contact at all times and make sure all pertinent personal information, such as name, address and phone number, etc. is available to both parties. In the case of a vehicle (either complete of for parts), make sure to consult local or state authorities regarding the requirement of a title for registration purposes.
2. Make delivery or pick-up arrangements ahead of time and, if these arrangements will affect the selling price, stipulate that on a written agreement.
3. If the amount warrants it, contact an escrow company to insure both money and personal property will be protected.
4. It is always a good idea to have some sort of signed and notarized contract (by both parties) beforehand, which spells out the details of the transaction, especially where it involves a vehicle or if the total amount warrants such a document.
5. Most shipping companies will furnish you with a tracking number for the item/s being shipped (also referred to as the Bill of Lading). This info can be used to determine where the item is at any given time and can help avoid costly and repeated calls to the shipper.
6. Insurance is always a good idea and it can be purchased directly from the carrier, in most cases.