How To Buy A Used Motorcycle at RevZilla.com
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Published 2017-06-24
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Buying a used motorcycle is a great way to get the best deal on the best bike for you. It’s also a relatively easy way to procure a money pit that at best is a project, and at worst is illegal. As a beginner, the used motorcycle market can present both a high upside, and a deeply frustrating downside. Taking the right steps to ensure you buy a used motorcycle that is legal, in good working order, and that won’t require fat stacks of cash to get up-to-speed will go a long way to ensuring a successful transaction. In this video, Lemmy (who has bought and sold more used bikes than there are stars in the sky), highlights his checklist filled with the tips and tricks to guide you through the process.
All Comments (21)
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What bike is this?
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"You can't load a new motorcycle into the bed of another motorcycle." That sounds like a challenge
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damn that paperwork. In sweden we have an app for that. Scan QR-code on registration papers. Punch in some numbers from seller and buyer’s driver’s license. done, effective immediately.
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Don't EVER let someone hold your money while you go for a test ride. NEVER!!!! Leave your car in their driveway instead. If that's not insurance enough for them, move on to the next seller.
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It's also a good idea to bring someone with you and keep your money with them while you go for a test ride. There's a chance the seller could just keep the money and say you were never there or they could take some money out and say you didn't pay them enough. Plus the other person can be a witness if anything happens
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wait a minute!!! you mean to say, you cant use an adjustable crescent wrench to loosen an Allen head bolt?! MIND BLOWN!
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Step 1) gotta make sure there's gas in it Step 2) make sure the keys are next to it Step 3) wait until the owner turned his back
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wrong: You DO NOT hand the man the money before the test ride. when you get back he could just keep your money and say you were never there. if u try to keep his bike he will say you stole it. now you're out of money and facing charges. record, and make sure he says you can record, the collateral you are leaving and say why you are leaving it with him. then you can go on the test ride knowing you'll get your money back or the title when you return.
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Always bring at least one person with you just in case you get kidnapped or something xD but seriously do it
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That was a very well-presented and well-produced video. I'm a 51 year old that never had enough disposable income or time to stop working long enough to pursue my life-long dream of owning or even riding a motorcycle. Looks like you have an excellent channel for guys like me. Thank you very much for putting these videos together.
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You forgot 1 most important thing before you buy - do a check to see if the bike is owned by a 3rd party such as the bank or a financier !!!!
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So many sellers don't even wash the motorcycle before posting it.... I never understand that. I skip those instantly. If they can't even put the effort in when they want to sell, they certainly haven't looked after it. On top of which, you can't see damage on a dirty bike.
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Spent half a year waiting for the perfect bike at the right price, ended up finding a buyer selling an 2000r6 with 25k miles for $1500. With little wear and tear, no dents, good pants, no mechanical issues. The guy was an old Asian in his 40's who has a family and no longer wanted to keep a sports bike around with his age, while he already owns a cruiser.
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You can always ask the seller to test ride the bike for you. Tell him/her to ride it around and go through the gears, use the breaks etc while you watch them. It is just another option if you feel weird about handing over cash without actually making a decision on the bike yet.
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You guys go out of your way to make free, informative, and even comedical content for us. Seriously, thank you RevZilla.
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I don't know, I'd hate to give someone the money and go for the test ride come back and he says " man you didn't give me no money".
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The production quality, and quality of presentation in RevZilla videos is through the roof!
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I love that you guys do awesome videos like this! This was really helpful.
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RevZilla I have to admit your videos are part of what talked me into riding
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Lenny, I've got to say that each and every video is delight to watch and listen to. I find I don't watch or enjoy TV as much bot am always thrilled to come across another one of Revzillas videos. Oh also I learn so much. Seriously. I'm waiting for a NEW reality series to come about staring Lenny and the Rev Zilla team. Seriously. Ride safe and as always you're the best.
