| Motorcycle buyers always have the little | | | | Engine-Make sure you start the engine and |
| confusion of where to start? | | | | take a test ride. Try to get a cold engine |
| | | | warm and then let it run without choke. |
| Well you start at the beginning. Reading | | | | |
| online reviews is my favorite as it gives you | | | | Also check the exhaust, belt drives, chains, |
| the first hand advice on what to do and what | | | | oil battery etc. |
| to avoid in buying motorcycles. | | | | |
| | | | Now ride the motorcycle. After all its going |
| Crimes are increasing and so are the | | | | to be yours should you decide to ride it. |
| criminals so make sure you are buying a | | | | |
| motorcycle from an authorized owner. Read the | | | | Make sure you cross check the list I have |
| documents carefully. See the signatures, | | | | provided you twice and then go ahead with the |
| registration date and authentication. | | | | purchase if you are satisfied. |
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| Make a checklist of the things you need to | | | | Also check for motorcycle insurance. |
| inspect first hand before buying a | | | | Well-insured motorcycles mean a more reliable |
| motorcycle. | | | | seller. |
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| Wheels-Look for impacts on the rim, bent | | | | Always pay in cash as you can make and quick |
| wheels, and spoke problems, cracks. | | | | offer and the seller will be more open to |
| | | | sell at a lower price as he gets the money |
| Tires-- Inspect the tires for damage, cracks | | | | ASAP. |
| and deep enough tread. | | | | |
| | | | Check and double check the motorcycle part |
| Brakes-Check for the brake smoothness, disc | | | | before buying. You can ask for some expert |
| pads, pressure in the cables and of course | | | | help on cross checking also. |
| leaks. | | | | |
| | | | In case you want to buy a new motorcycle when |
| In the suspensions check for the coil | | | | should you buy Buying at the end of the month |
| springs, fork legs. Are the fork legs leaking | | | | seems to work best for many sales people |
| after the pump? | | | | seeing they are often faced with targets and |
| | | | com%. |
| Make sure the steering is smooth. Check for | | | | |
| play and vibrations. | | | | So you have finally bought it!! |
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| Gauges-are they working or not? | | | | It's time to let them enjoy their motorcycle |
| | | | ride. |