How To Decide What Motorcycle To Buy?

How do I choose the right motorcycle?

Tips for How to Buy a Used Motorcycle

1. BRING A FRIEND. Don’t go on your purchase journey alone.
2. INSPECT THE BIKE. And we mean it!
3. CHECK THE VIN (VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER).
4. MAKE SURE IT’S NOT STOLEN.
5. NO LIENS!
6. WRITE UP A BILL OF SALE.
7. BEWARE OF “AS IS” DISCLOSURES.
8. REMEMBER YOU CAN’T ALWAYS TEST RIDE.

What size motorcycle should I start with?

A 600cc engine size is a general starting point for beginner riders. A 600cc cruiser may have half the horsepower of a 600cc sportbike, so it will be dependent on the rider to find where they are comfortable with the type of motorcycle they are interested in.

What motorcycles hold their value the best?

By brand, according to data compiled by the Kelley Blue Book Official Motorcycle Guide, Harley-Davidson motorcycles retained an average of 84% of their value over a five-year period. BMW was not far behind, at 81%, with Indian, Ducati and Triumph trailing slightly at 77%, 73% and 72%.

How much should I pay for my first motorcycle?

Your first motorcycle is probably a learner’s bike. Probably around $5000 new. Try to get used bikes since they’re cheaper and you’ll save enough money when you do decide to upgrade to a bigger bike, that might mean a shiny aftermarket exhaust!

Is it cheaper to have a motorcycle or car?

When you’re comparing a bike and a car as far as the upfront costs, undoubtedly a car is almost always going to be more expensive than a motorcycle. You can get a used motorcycle in some cases for a few thousand dollars, while a new car will probably cost you $12,000 and up.

What is the easiest motorcycle to ride?

Since we all have to start somewhere, here are the 10 best beginner motorcycles:

1. Suzuki GW250. Suzuki Displacement: 248cc.
2. Kawasaki KLX250S. Kawasaki Displacement: 249cc.
3. Yamaha SR400. Yamaha Displacement: 399cc.
4. Suzuki DR 200.
5. KTM 390 Duke and 200 Duke.
6. Honda CBR 500.
7. Triumph Bonneville.
8. Moto Guzzi V7 Stone.

How many cc motorcycle should I get?

Nonetheless, a good rule of thumb for all but the smallest and largest riders is that something in the 250- to 500- cc range is probably optimum for first-timers; the lower end of that range offers lower weight and seat height while the upper end boasts more power and comfort.

What is a high mileage for a motorcycle?

For smaller sports bikes, a mileage above 20,000 to 30,000 is on the high side, while larger motorcycles are considered high mileage after the 50,000-mile point.

Can a beginner ride a 1000cc?

Can beginner riders ride on a 1000 cc motorcycle? 1000 cc motorcycles are definitely very dangerous for beginner riders, and it doesn’t matter how good you think you are, because as long as you have no particular motorcycle riding experience, it’s very dangerous for you to start riding a 1000 cc motorcycle.

Is it OK to start on a 600cc bike?

It’s not hard to start on a 600cc bike. It is hard to start on a supersport. Don’t start on a CBR600. Bigger bikes amplify everything: they accelerate faster, they brake harder, they turn tiny mistakes into small ones, small mistakes into big ones, and big mistakes into fatal ones.

Is GSXR 600 a good starter bike?

The Suzuki GSXR 600, the Suzuki GSXR 750 or the Suzuki GSXR 1000. The “Gixxer” as it is commonly know is a great sport bike and a sport bike that most riders can handle even as a beginning sport bike rider.

What are the top 5 motorcycle brands?

Best Motorcycle Brands In The World

• Yamaha.
• Ducati.
• Honda.
• Royal Enfield.
• Kawasaki.
• BMW.
• Harley Davidson.
• Suzuki.

What is the most sought after Harley Davidson?

Here Are The 10 Most Expensive Harley Davidson Bikes Ever Made

1. 1 Cosmic Starship: $3 million. via: autoevolution.com.
2. 2 Bucherer Blue Edition – $1.9 Million.
3. 3 Easy Rider Captain America: $1.35 million.
4. 4 8 Valve Racer: $1 million.
5. 5 1907 Strap Tank: $715,000.
6. 6 1909 Model 5-D Twin: $550,000.
7. 7 1959 FHL: $358,000.
8. 8 Pope Francis 2013 Harley-Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide: $331,000.

Where is the best place to sell motorcycle?

Here are a few market places that might help you get top dollar for your bike. Autotrader ( motorcycles only), Motorcycle Classics, and of course Cycle Trader. For local listings you might even try Oodle, Pennysaver, or one of my favorites, Offerup. Local listing platforms usually have lower or zero fees to sell.