Used Motorcycle Buying Guide

When you’re shopping for a motorcycle, you may find that buying a used motorcycle suits your needs better than purchasing a new model would. However, when you shop for a used motorcycle, you still need to exercise caution and plan ahead. Here are some strategies you can employ to ensure you get the best used motorcycle your money can buy.

Create a Budget

First things first: you’re going to need to figure out how much you can afford to spend on your used motorcycle. Create a budget that factors in the sticker cost you think you can afford, along with monthly payments if you’re using financing. Don’t forget to add in insurance, riding gear, and accessories as well as the motorcycle itself.

Do Your Research

Next, you’ll want to hop online to do some helpful research on makes and models that interest you. Make sure to look up reviews from both current and previous owners as well as professional organizations so that you can get a good idea of the pros and cons of any used bike that you’re interested in.

Perform an Inspection

When you finally do arrive at a dealership and spy a used motorcycle you like, don’t just buy it sight unseen! Do a thorough inspection to make sure the bike functions as it should and doesn’t look bad. Ask for the maintenance history to get an idea of how well the bike was taken care of; any reputable seller should furnish this for you.

Ready to browse used motorcycles for sale? Come see us at our dealership in Santa Maria, CA, today to check out our inventory. We can even provide you with financing options. Santa Maria Harley-Davidson serves the cities of Ventura and Bakersfield, CA.