Saturday 10 December 2011

Tips on Buying Your First Motorcycle


Purchasing one's first motorcycle can be a thrilling experience. But sometimes it can be confusing too because of the many options available out there. Bikes in India come in all shapes, sizes and performances, and hence one can be spoilt for choice. In such a situation, it sure helps to have some advice on how to choose the right bike or how to purchase it at the best price.

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When most people purchase bikes in India, their first choice is a brand new motorcycle instead of a second hand one. While this may be beneficial because one is more prone to damaging the bike being new to it, it may not always be the best option. For instance, when one buys a brand new bike, there will be a healthy fear of driving carefully and not causing even a scratch on the bike. So buying a second hand motorcycle or a brand new one both have their own advantages, therefore to each his own. Before buying the first bike of your own, you should have a fair idea of your own ability to drive bikes. Don't make the mistake of overestimating your ability by buying a bike which is beyond what you can handle. For starters and newbies, it is advisable to purchase a motorcycle with an average engine instead of the tempting bike with 600cc engine power or more. Remember that this isn't your first and last bike and you will always get the chance to purchase more bikes in the future. So start out safe by buying something you can handle, and then gradually opt for more powerful bikes. Another useful tip is that one should have a clear idea of the usage of the bike. For example, buying a motorcycle for racing and purchasing one for everyday riding are two completely different tasks. So understand your needs and then go for the appropriate model. You can also ask for expert's opinions or your friends' and get them to decide on a model for you if the features of all the probable bikes sound like Greek to you.
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While selecting your first motorcycle, if you have a preference for a particular brand then that should be kept topmost in your mind. You can narrow down your list by choosing only the motorcycles that are sold by that particular brand or manufacturer. Once you have that list ready, you can refine your search with even more in-depth considerations. The worst thing that one can expect when buying a motorcycle is purchasing it at a price above the normal price. So don't be fooled by the vehicle dealer, do your own research. With tons of quality information available on the internet, you really have nothing to fear. Research the price online from more than one website and then compare it with the price offered by the dealer. If you are satisfied with it, then go for it otherwise look elsewhere. So with these tips, buying a motorcycle should not be a daunting or intimidating task for you. Just follow your gut feeling at times when you are confused and pick out your dream bike!

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