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Our guide to buying a used motorcycle
We've been asked many times on our forum what to look for when buying a used motorcycle so we created this easy to understand buying guide, Use this guide together with our motorcycle reviews section & Welsh Bikers could save you time & even money on your next secondhand motorcycle purchase.
How to inspect a used motorcycle
A test ride can convey valuable information about a used motorcycle, but before you go for a spin here are ways to find potential problem spots. If you're shopping for a used motorcycle, the most important thing to look out for is the condition of the frame. The smallest crack or hairline fracture on a frame can not only qualify the bike for a salvage title, it can pose a potential safety hazard. Don't even consider a bike with any sort of frame damage, including dents, weld tears, kinks or fractures. Remove the seat and/or any easily removed body parts that can obscure parts of the frame, and if necessary use a flashlight to illuminate any portions of the frame that might be too dark to see.
Check for completeness & consider the motorcycles maintenance costs
After inspecting key mechanical components of the motorbike, you'll want to look for anything that's missing-- whether it's parts of the fairing, side covers, small nuts and bolts, or pieces of trim. Budgeting for necessary mechanical and body parts also taking into consideration when it's due for its next mechanical service will help give you an overall idea of how much that used motorbike will cost you in the future. And if all of these points seem cumbersome, just remember that doing your homework up front will make buying a used motorcycle that much more rewarding down the line.
Check the condition of the motorcycles battery & leads
A clean motorcycle battery and it's leads will indicate that a motorbike hasn't been sitting unattended. Though clean leads won't necessarily reveal the longevity of the battery, a lack of corrosion is a good sign you should look for. Most batteries are found under the seat, so don't be shy about lifting it to take a peek at the state of their leads an honest seller will want you to look everywhere to firstly enusure your buyin the right motorcycle & also to ensure there are no comebacks after the sale.
Compress the motorcycles suspension & check the steering head
Once you've taken a look at the individual components, sit on the motorbike, grab the front brake, and try compressing the forks; they should react with firm resistance, and rebound all the way back to their starting point. Also, inspect the forks for oil leakage and/or surface irregularities. If the motorcycle has a center stand, prop it up and turn the handlebar from lock to lock. The bar should be free from irregularities or bends, and the head should move smoothly in either direction with no sudden notches of the steering.
IMPORTANT ADVICE
If your ever unsure of anything just ask, You could try our motorcycle forum which has a host on knowledgeable members with years of motorcyclling experience to call upon. Click here to go to our motorcycle forum. Seemingly harmless parts can be surprisingly expensive to replace, so call a dealership to get an estimate of what it will take to get them replaced.
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| Suzuki | GSX1300R Hayabusa | 2001 | £10,935 | Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300 Motorcycle Review |
| Ducati | 848 | 2003 | N/A | Ducati 848 Motorcycle Review |
| Ducati | 1098R Baylis Limited Edition | 2007 | N/A | Ducati 1098R Baylis Limited Edition Motorcycle Review |
| Kawasaki | ZX6R B1H 636 | N/A | N/A | Kawasaki ZX6R B1H 636 Motorcycle Review |
| Suzuki | GSXR 600 K4 | N/A | N/A | Suzuki GSXR 600 K4 Motorcycle Review |
| Suzuki | V Strom 1000 GT | N/A | N/A | Suzuki V Strom 1000 GT Motorcycle Review |
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