There various reason for buying a second hand bike. Buying an old bike is more difficult than buying a new one because the condition of used bikes are not as good as new one. So you should pay attention on these things before buying an old bike.
You should be sure about your purpose that why are you going to buy an old bike and what is your requirements. Then find a place where used bikes are sold. It could be local market or online market. There a lots of websites on the internet who sell used bikes. Select a bike which you want to buy.
Now it is inspection time. It is important to have a proper look on the bike which you want to buy to make sure the condition of the bike is good or not. It will be much better if you take someone with you who is experience in this field.
Next thing is to check the specifications: Here are some highlighted stuffs that you shouldn’t forget to check -
- Brakes| 2. Oil Leakage| 3. Clutch| 4. Chassis| 5. Fuel Tank| 6. Battery| 7. Tyre| 8. Chains| 9. Wheels| 10. Suspension| 11. Exhaust| 12. Original papers, etc.
The thins which I said original papers of the bike. Yes, original paper of the bike is the most important thing. Papers are the proof that the bike is purchased not stolen.
After checking all the thins, take a ride and make sure if the bike running properly. Buying a second hand bike could be a good deal when you want to save some amount of money. So whenever you buy an old bike, make your check list to choose a better bike. If you choose the right one, it will perform just like a new bike.