Thanks
to the many online marketplaces that list vehicles to sell, experiencing the
motorcycle lifestyle is easier and cheaper than ever. Purchasing a motorcycle
for less than $1,000 is entirely possible, and you can even have money left
over to go shopping for a new leather
biker vest! But remember: the lower the price
is, the more problems you could encounter. Or the seller could lie to you and
end up scamming you. To guarantee a good motorcycle for such a low price,
here’s what you should know.
Request an accident report
Never take the seller’s word as fact; you need to obtain a copy of the motorcycle’s accident report to check if it was ever in a collision. An accident report is important because it tells the buyer what kind of damage the motorcycle has been through. If the seller refuses to give it to you, you should see their uncooperativeness as a red flag.
Search the VIN
No
matter how cheap or expensive the motorcycle you’re looking to purchase is, you
should always check the VIN to know if it is stolen. This rule only applies if
you are buying from a site like Craigslist or eBay, not a used car lot. There
are many tales on the internet of people who find a great car, truck, or
motorcycle for an amazing price, only to be deceived by the seller. Then, later
on, they are questioned by the police because their vehicle is actually stolen.
See the motorcycle in person
You
would think that this rule is a no-brainer, but unfortunately, many people buy
vehicles without ever seeing it in person, not even through a skype or WhatsApp
call. But you always have to check any vehicle you are buying in person so you
can inspect it. You should look for these six things when inspecting a used
motorcycle:
●
If the exhaust is mounted
correctly
●
Any cracks, dents, or scrapes on
the frame
●
If there’s rust anywhere
●
If the clutch stifles or pops
when squeezed
●
If there is drag or resistance
when using the breaks
●
The wear on the tires
You
should also test out the seat to see if it moves or shakes in any way. While
you’re checking the seat, wear your favorite leather
motorcycle pants so you can know how good you look on
your new bike. After a thorough inspection, then you can properly decide if it
is purchasable or not.
Test it out
After inspecting the major areas
of the motorcycle that could secretly have problems, it is now time for the
final test. Hop on the motorcycle and drive around on it for at least 20
minutes. Listen to the engine when it starts and how fast the engine warms.
Feel the tires and the brakes as you stop at the light and make turns.
Sometimes a motorcycle can be beautiful but hard to handle, and you don’t want
to discover this when you’ve already given the seller your money, and you’ve
now on the freeway. When you’re testing out the motorcycle, don’t forget to
wear a pair of motorcycle
riding gloves.
You’ll be wearing them out on the road, so you should test out the strength and
resistance from the handlebars.
Congratulations!
You know are the proud owner of a motorcycle! As a fellow motorcycle rider, let
me tell you that your life will never be the same! But before you ride your
chopper for the first time, you’ll need to have on the proper gear to keep you
safe and ready to ride. Head over to www.wickedstock.com
and see our selection of motorcycle
rain gear, helmets, gloves, boots, and
anything else you need to be both safe and stylish!
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