That was along my line of thinking also, but that wouldn't be possible if the bike has only had 2 tanks of gas ran through it driving circles around a half an acre lot....unless the guy was full of it. I really don't think so, there isn't a scratch on the bike, the tires have zero wear, and it just runs SO GOOD!!! I have the manual and all the paperwork, factory decal kit, everything that came with it. I agree though, I'm gonna bring it to "my guy" who isn't cheap, but is damn good, fast, and minutes from home. I'm still open to any other ideas....