Harbuck, Michael  
2732 n. Beverly Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85712
407-408-3009

RE:  2002 Yamaha TTR250 VIN#  JYACG07392A000919

 1.	Responded to Craig's List Advertisement # 4537476136 on or about the 20th of July 2014. Viewed the motorcycle.  Purchased oil for the bike because Jim Lakotis, the seller, at 2809 W. Palmyra, Tucson 85745, 520-262-6496,  had none for it and it was empty.  Started motorcycle.  Ran VERY HOT.  Carburetor was extremely dirty.  Pipe started glowing cherry red.  
 2.	On or about the 27th of July, 2014 I contacted Jim and said I would like to purchase the bike.
 3.	Called a man on CL who offered truck rental.  Paid him $20 to drive over and get it.  Paid Jim Lakotis $500.00 for the MC.  I purchased ONLY after being reassured that there where neither liens or that the MC was stolen.  EXPRESSLY ASKED THIS QUESTION.  I was assured that it was not stolen, and that the VIN had been checked by the Pima County Sheriff prior to purchase.
 4.	Purchased new battery.  Circa $15.00  please see receipt.
 5.	Cleaned and overhauled carburetor and ordered replacement parts x2 – please see receipt.  Recovered seat myself.  ( on hand materials )  replaced fuel hose and added fuel filter ( on hand materials ) 
 6.	Purchased and installed used oversize handlebar and clamp.  $35 – please see receipt
 7.	On or about the 11th of September I went to a third party DMV and purchased a three day temp tag and registration.  Rode to the emissions to have the VIN checked.  I was unaware that they do not provide that service.  
 8.	On October 1st, 2014   I went to Southwest DMV services to apply for the bonded title as I was told it would be necessary.  Paid $5.00 for the MVR for the MC.  The legal owner of the MC according to the records was a Mr. Hammond.  I went to Mr. Hammond 's residence and explained to him that I had purchased the motorcycle and was attempting to obtain the title.  He drove with me to the third party DMV, where he received the duplicate title at my expense of $18.00 and subsequently sold the motorcycle to me. 
 9.	On October 2nd Installed rear brake light switch $20.00.  I went to the DMV off of Speedway to transfer the title.  The lady explained I needed to have the VIN inspected.  I then rode immediately to the Broadmoor DMV, where the VIN was inspected and I was informed as I was at the counter while registering and plating the motorcycle, that it has been reported stolen.  I relinquished the motorcycle to the DMV officers.  Walked home.
 10.	October 3rd, 2014 – Went to the PSD headquarters to inquire about the status of the MC.  Was informed that it has been reported stolen and subsequently cleared.  I was informed the person who had reported the MC stolen had no documentation.   Went to the Broadmoor DMV to inquire on the status.  Returned in the afternoon to bring parts from the MC which had been removed/original parts.  ( handlebar, dead battery, etc.)  Was informed that the person who had reported the MC stolen had indeed been able to produce a title for the MC.  It was requested of me to bring any pertinent information and all documentation I had on the condition of the MC when I received it, as well as any receipts of personal expenditure regarding the servicing and titling of the MC.  
Harbuck, Michael
2732 N. Beverly Ave.
Tucson, AZ  85712
407-408-3009

Expenditures:      2002 Yamaha TTR250 VIN#  JYACG07392A000919

$500.00 		purchase price
$020.00		truck rental
$028.00		carburetor parts
$014.50		battery
$035.00		Used handlebar and mounts
$020.00		Rear brake light switch
$008.00		Motor Oil
$011.00  		First 3-day permit
$005.00		MVR
$000.00		Labour
$018.00		Mr. Hammond's title fee.

$659.50  		Total expenditure to date.

Missed Algebra class on Oct 2nd due to loss of transportation!