I asked the detective about this last week. He said since it was stolen the guy should get his money back from the pawn shop. He said that was between the guy and the pawnshop. I got the impression the detective may not have fully believed the story.

Yes, I did give the wrong serial #, but I was given the wrong one. If I had known the correct one last year I would have gotten the bike back before I had moved (if it was really at a pawn shop). Unfortunate all around as now I have to pay to ship it.

Suffice to say having it picked up, packed, and shipped in cost is probably not that far off of the cost of what the bike should go for used. It is an 11 year old bike and the only reason it is worth the trouble is it has a lot of memories for me. My wife and I are moving this week so finances are VERY tight. I have been thinking of sending a small gift card or something as a way of thanks to the seller for cooperating with the police... but I am unsure as I have not had direct contact and it may be better to leave well enough alone. Thoughts?

MM