How to buy a used sport bike/motorcycle
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IN DEPTH INSTRUCTIONS ON WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING A USED MOTORCYCLE, SPECIFICALLY A SPORT BIKE. THIS VIDEO WAS DESIGNED TO ASSIST BUYERS ON WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN SEARCHING FOR A USED MOTORCYCLE, AND WAYS TO AVOID GETTING RIPPED OFF!
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I like to imagine he just went to some seller's house, got him to hold the camera while he critiqued his bike and then left lol
I was literally thinking the same😭
We need to protect this guy at all costs, super informative yet not boring and love his attitude too, apparently nothing is a huge dealbreaker 😂 great video bro
Keep an eye out for me and make sure u keep me protected! Haha thanks for watching man🤙🏻
No singular thing is a dealbreaker..
Nah but forreal this season 6 months ago i Earlier this season actually the night of our worst rainfall this season in ithaca ny(I think we got 5and a half inches in 18 hrs)I decided immediately after the rainfall ended around 1:45 to go to Tioga Downs for a half HR Until they closed at 3. Then on the Cold but clear yet wet ride home I made it to Spencer coming in a Lil hot and at the last sec realized in front of me was 10 inches of water for 65-85 ft, and hitting that at 40 mph felt like 3 ft of water ....everywhere!!as i slowed do we n the bike laid down but by now we had buoyancy , well at least i did in hindsight, bc as i bugged out on these innocent crewman "yo yo wtf eheres my bike " iknew ive told this one before ...Then my brakes, and the flood and my bike tipping brought me to a stop, then I step overy bike , realize it's still running go to pick it up and grab the other grip and the bike pulls me down 15 ft to the bottom of that ditch ( supposedly it's the deepest in the county 😵💫🙄) so I'm completely blindsided, "I just drove through here 45 mins ago wtf WTF, where'd all this water-, wtf are you doing? What's going on , why isn't this indicated to drivers, yo where's my bike" "hey man man are you ok. The colverts broke, the pipe is clogged , don't drowned on us " so after a few heated discussions with the town workers, this black dude headed to work scooped me up and brought me up to my dad's on Washburn Rd. My bike wasn't recovered for 6hrs until the flash flood finished , the town claim their drainage system works just fine but there was just too much water 🙃🤷happens 2 sometimes 3, or 4 times a year, the bike took 2 fuel flushes,3 oil flushes and 3 weeks to run again but blew the motor apart. YZF 600 thundercat 97, my first bike ... My baby maaan lol if you can't tell, I've been super depressed without my bike dude and struggling with transportation sometimes, I mean I Kno it's winter now but before I would disassemble/reassemble my bike 2-4 times a week and I Love to ride man can't get enough, and ive lost a number of close close friends that inspired me to ride and to me it's as way to connect to them and my inner self and soul And I desperately need that 2 wheel therapy at least one more time this season lol
🥃🍸🥰💯😶🍀🎪🥃🥃🕛😇😉
Why the clichè over used phrase "protect him at all costs"??? Protect him from what, slipping on a banana peel?
SOOO informative man! Better then all the other youtubers out there man seriously. you taught me so much more in 15 mins
Thank you very much! So happy the video was able to help you! I literally made this video when I was looking for a bike...I had multiple people try to rip me off! That’s awesome can’t thank you enough for your positive feedback!
I was about to comment this same thing... Very Informative you have no idea Bro!!!... I'm about to get my first bike in the coming two days, now I'll have to re-check everything with this video as My reference!!! We appreciate you Bro!!!
Hell yeah bro I’m working on getting my first bike mane N I already know a lot of things to look for now Preciate it big dawg 🤙🏽 ur bike is nice asf luv it
@@SpunkyBoyy whats your opinion on older bikes looking at a 98 yamaha thunderace 39k miles on her
I am seriously considering buying my first motorcycle and I feel confident shopping after watching this. Thank you!
I used this video to buy a 2019 MT07 with 500 miles after passing up 2 crappy looking ones. I used your checklist and made sure to ask all the questions you advised. You rock bro I couldn’t have done it without you!! Thanks for helping with my first bike purchase
Of course man! Glad everything worked out well for you stay safe out there🤙🏻
Im watching this video to sell my mt07 so i know what vigilant buyers are going to be looking for 😎
@@temperspace how much?
Dunno how much you paid for it but around here 2019 MT07's are only a couple of grand cheaper than brand new. Honestly would just pay a bit more and not worry about poor or nonexistent maintenance on the bike.
@@underii it was on sale so he bought it for $1299
for people who dont have time to write down i tried list the main points your welcome*
• Match the vin # on the bike with the vin # on the title -its normally on the neck of the bike also ensure the sellers name is same on the title
• check the oil color and the level
• check the tiers - look at the threads and the under tail for rubber it shows the level of care
• check fork seals - rub your fingers on the fork if its greasy it needs to be changed
• check chain and sprockets - check the cleanliness but mainly the consistency of the teeth, check for wear, pull the chain from back ensure there is no play
• ask if the bike is left outside or in a garage look at the surrounding it has been in
• check the rims for damage - ensure its not bent ect
• reserch the bike your thinking of buying check for pros and cons of buying the brand
• check if the bike has been in an accident - things to check (scratch patterns) eg on flaring, bar end,fork tubes, swing arm, check if its been repainted , check the engine covers , tank ,ect
• check if it has any unnecessary wires - check power commander check if it turns on and ask about it
• turn on the bike and check for any indicator lights
• start the bike let it warm up and listen for any unusual noises ensure there's no leaks
• test ride the bike - run through the gears, ensure the clutch isnt slipping
• ask for detailed pictures
• nigoshiate about the price
• check if the bike has been tracked (as in on a track) - check the screws if it has been safety wired
thanks man, saved me a lot of time
Nice
Awesome bro thnx a lot will screenshot your message
negoshiate? 😂😂. I'm kidding bro thanks for the comment
Track bike is that a deal breaker
This dude is legit. I had to learn all this the hard way! Salute!
Thanks man glad u enjoyed the video!
He seriously just copied the information out of the video Srkcycles posted 4 years ago! ruclips.net/video/yRkhZtDZ9gQ/видео.html
Another tip: Bring with you a really good small flashlight. That way you can check out hard-to-see areas. And most important: Use the flashlight to check inside the gas tank for gunk, corrosion or foreign objects.
Last time I checked out a bike for buying, I checked the tank and found several dish washer tablets and a thick layer of crystalized gunk in the bottom. No idea about the histore behind it. No purchase that time.
makes you look more official as well. Can get away with lowballin 👀
Dishwasher tablets in the tank? Damn. Angry wife/girlfriend maybe? 😅
Thank you for sharing this! I went and looked at a 2006 gsxr after watching this and you were spot on with the things to look for. It had bad fork seals, the chain was loose as well as the sprocket was worn out pretty bad. The name on the title was not the guy who was selling it. Long story short I walked away from it. I now know what to look for.
No problem thanks for watching! Well I’m glad it worked out for you! I wanted a K6/K7 but everyone was unloading a piece of junk and it’s hard to trust people u don’t know..especially with a bike that old, they get tossed around A LOT. The very first bike I went to look at, the guy didn’t have the bike registered in his name and it was a disaster from there lol I’d stay away from that bike if I were u they have a lot of issues. Thanks again man appreciate the comment as well🤙🏻
@@SpunkyBoyy no problem I subscribed as well.
@@mr84ttop34 thank you man!
Rule #1 be prepared to spend an additional $1000 once you buy a used bike
Extremely informative. If I had seen this video before I bought my last bike, I would not have bought it. Great video.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video haha stuff happens sometimes! I’m sure you’ll be fine with ur next purchase! Awesome feedback🤙🏻
@@SpunkyBoyy you're awesome fam
Amen. Bought an amazing looking daytona and got totally carried away by the looks. Had my sport bike friend come along and he seemed very convinced so i went for it. Needless to say it was lemon and a money pit. Even though I got a good price for it I still feel ripped off by the guy who sold it to me. Too bad this video didnt exist back in 2019.
@@chickensoupfortheloser8515 Now I'm curious. What are the things you learned in this video that would have made you not buy the bike?
you sound like hiccup from how to train your dragon
I'm about to go buy my first sport bike this week. I thought I knew enough but after this video I realize that I would've definitely gotten scammed but now I feel a little more ready. Thanks a bunch man!
Me too, i was going in blind after watching this
Yeah same turns out I didn’t know shit 🤣 about to go look at bikes this weekend
I’m going to go check out a 2014 ninja 650 for my first bike today
Learning how to ride is more important :)
bought my first bike with no idea knowing wth i’m doing now i’m out 3800
I think the RUclips algorithm gave you some love; it just got recommended to me and I'm glad it did! Great video, very helpful.
Thank you man! I’m glad enjoy the video and hopefully it was able to help you out!
@@SpunkyBoyy Yea same here the algorithm recommended me this video even though i don't own a motorcycle, but i own a electric scooter though lol. Sorry not as cool as a motorcycle.
You left one very important thing out, especially if it's older than 2-3 years: the fuel tank.
More times than I can count, people buy a bike, ride it a lot for 1-2 years, then either have a close call, a minor lowside/drop, have a friend die on a bike, have a kid, or just lose interest and get sucked into another hobby and the bike sits for years barely being ridden or maybe not ridden at all. In that time, the fuel goes bad, the ethanol creates ethanol boogers everywhere, and the tank liner will degrade and allow the tank to start rusting out (esp. if stored outdoors where rain can hit it).
A rusted tank and a similarly fouled fuel pump can cost hundreds if not thousands to replace with OEM parts and is still a pain with aftermarket ones. A bike with a bad tank could foul all sorts of stuff in the engine and leave you with a very expensive mess. I'd put the fuel tank probably in the top 5 important things to check behind things like if the engine runs, if the frame is damaged, and even ahead of things like tires, rims, forks, and swingarms as even those are easier and more straightforward to resolve.
Very true, I bought an xt225 from an older guy a couple years back, and that exact thing had happened, luckily he was very honest about the condition and the price reflected that but some people aren’t so decent
How do you check inside the tank? 🤔
@@andyffc8264 Flashlight, shine inside the check the color of the fuel & condition of the tank walls.
@@andyffc8264 Open the filler door and get a flashlight and look around inside. If you see the liner peeling or a lot of rust, run away as fast as you can unless they're basically giving the bike away and you're prepared to replace (or extensively refurbish) the tank, fuel pump, fuel lines, and possibly some fuel injection or carb parts. I'd ask for a $1000 discount minimum for a bad condition tank and personally I'd just find another bike as I don't want to have that much hassle trying to fix it all. A bad fuel tank is also a sign of sitting a lot which means lots of other seals may be going bad and there could even be rust inside the engine on parts that are normally bathed in oil.
@@nunyabusiness896 thanks for the advice
This would have been perfect if I watched before I bought my bike😂
😂😅 same
Same 😂
Paid 3000$ then remembered to look form this video😂😂
This guy is great, its funny because he highly recommended not buying new but after hearing all this I dont want to buy used anymore lol.
You just lose out on your first two bikes then you get wise to the game lol
This makes no sense.
I decided to make a personal note for my own use of what he covers in the video but I thought I’d also share with you all to use, enjoy:
Check oil: Oil level & oil colour
Check tyres: tyre tread, sidewall, burned rubber from burnouts
Fork seals: rub to find liquid/oil incase in need of replacement
Chain/sprocket: check for lose chain (1inch of wiggle, pull from back of sprocket-shouldn’t move), check cleanliness of both, and look for wear or uneven teeth on sprocket.
Wheels: check for scratches, any dings or dents on the rim or spokes, any bends or cracks.
Check fuel tank: has the fuel been sitting for a long time and went bad (this can create ethanol bubbles that will corrode and rust the tank which will effect the engine and cost a fortune to fix)
Has the bike been crashed? Check fairings, bar-ends/levers, frame sliders for scratches/dents, check to see if the bike has been painted or paint corrected.
Was the bike garage kept or stored outside? Outside storage will generally require more maintenance (check for rust, and dried out/ wear on seats)
DO RESEARCH: get to know the bike you’re buying and what common problems the bike is known to have, when parts need serviced/replaced etc.
Turn key/ignition on, check for any check engine warning indicators, check mileage matches as advertised
Turn engine on let it heat up, listen for any unwarranted noises in the engine, bring to optimum temperature, let the fans kick in and check engine seals for any oil leaks etc
TEST DRIVE: run through all the gears (clutch isn’t slipping etc), bring it up the revs, check the brakes, handling, all controls and buttons function, pull over and check again for oil leaks on seals from oil pressure
Negotiate based on these factors: offer a lower prices and if everything is in good working order you will accept the asking price etc
thank you man this helps a lot.
Most important one: if you don't feel happy about the bike, don't be afraid at all to walk away
I’m an auto mechanic and got crap everywhere. I have 4 vehicles and tools everywhere. My bike is maintained meticulously so I guess it depends. I’ve had more problems with rich people being shady to be honest.
You are wise beyond your years. I'm much older (sadly), but you hit EVERY point I would have. One of the best videos I've seen for those interested in a used bike. Thank you!!
Extremely impressed with the video and your knowledge. It was a great professional looking learning video for me (and I have taught college for over 20 years). I am saving this video. The only thing you could have done was to have left a checklist available for us "know nothings" to print out when we go looking. Again, a terrific job and I learned a great deal. Thank you.
He seriously just copied the information out of the video Srkcycles posted 4 years ago! ruclips.net/video/yRkhZtDZ9gQ/видео.html
@@jasonsorale2342 Oh :-(
This literally deserves a million views and everybody’s time. Thank you for such a fresh and informative video! ❤️ much love from Singapore 🇸🇬
Thank you so much❤️
It got a million views
Looking for my first bike and this was probably by far the most informative I've seen regarding what to look for when buying one used. A definite no-go for me, is "I'm selling it for a buddy of mine." If the Seller's ID doesn't match the name on the title, I'm walking. Another popular one is, "I lost the title during a move." Well, most States allow you to pay a small fee by mail to get a duplicate. On maintenance, if the Seller has allowed the bike's registration and safety inspection to lapse for more than a few months then he's probably not doing the scheduled maintenance either.
Excellent points thanks so much for sharing!
Sometimes that can be shady but also legit. Like, iv'e actually legit sold a couple vehicles for friends & also my mom who weren't mechanically inclined & had poor negotiation skills. So I could show what parts have been recently replaced & answer questions. Also recently sold a neighbors scooter because he was working lots of overtime & just didn't have the time & energy to deal with it. As long as seller is willing to let you meet the real owner. I took calls & showed people the scooter while he was at work. Then had the buyer meet seller when he had time off work....Also lots of motorcycles get parked and registration lapses. I own 2 motorcycles and 1 sits stored since I don't wanna spend the money for 2 registrations,2 insurance (no inspection here)when I can only ride 1 at a time.
An important thing to keep in mind is that outside of maybe frame damage (since the frame is tied to the bike title and a pain to deal with), almost anything on a bike can be replaced and is negotiable depending on your available time, expertise, access to a mechanic if needed, and exactly how bad each item is.
Before we bought it, my wife's bike had leaking fork seals, a non-working rear brake, a shot dry-rotted rear tire, original factory coolant and brake fluid (he only ever changed oil), and a few other things, but the engine was strong, the tank was good, the fairings were once cracked on the left but professionally repaired and tastefully painted (the seller worked at a paint and body shop so it was kind of his thing), and all of the parts not listed were pretty much in perfect shape. So, we negotiated the repairs after getting a quote from a mechanic and offered an amount accordingly and he accepted. Fast forward a few weeks to get parts in and for the mechanic to swap everything out and we had a really good bike for $4500 that we've had no problems with since when a more pristine version would've been listed for up to $6500.
Ngl when I opened this and heard the sound quality I didn't have high hopes. But credit where its due... This was her informative
I need a wireless lapel microphone gotta get on that. Thanks for ur honesty glad you found value out of the video!
“Basically everyone selling a motorcycle is lying”
“Basically everyone is asking double what the bike is ACTUALLY worth”
Well Damn 🙏
I’m going to get my first bike next year so this video helps a lot. I’ll be going to a dealer to grab myself something RELIABLE and not from a scammer 🙏🔥
That was one of the most informative videos ive found on the subject. You didnt waste one second , just straight and non stop useful information. Cant thank you enough man, best of luck with your youtube channel and your riding adventures
Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks a lot best of luck to you as well🤙🏻 keep rocking out🎸
I thought this video looked pretty sketchy at first but, wow, you did a REALLY good job covering many important aspects of buying a used bike. I’ve been riding for 40-years and I was impressed with this tutorial.
Maybe mention that a pre-warmed bike is a sketchy sign. Before going to look, ask that the bike be COLD when you get there. Check that the bike starts and runs cold first and then also later when the engine is warm. If the seller will only show the bike pre-warmed, then what is he hiding about the cold bike? Hard starting? Poor idle? Stalls easily?
Looked at a couple bikes before this video and honestly had no idea what i was looking for. Now i have a whole page of notes to take with me when i seal the deal, this video is a lifesaver man.
I have plans to buy a sports bike, so I must remember to use the info from this video. Funny thing is, in the back of my head I already knew most of this, but the biggest challenge for me is always to remain rational. When I go look for a bike or a car, it's too easy to get excited and see issues as only minor. This happened with one of my bikes and my last car, had to spend some extra money after the purchase to fix lack of maintenance by the previous owner. On the other hand with my two BMW motorbikes I was very lucky, I bought one in a shop and the other from a guy on Facebook. The first in excellent condition, the other a real bargain.
Good luck with the sport bike! Ya I definitely agree with that..it’s easy to get excited and miss a few things..next thing u know u hand the guy the money and then find out there is some stuff wrong with it. That list is important it helps me not forget what I’m looking for! Thanks for watching🙏
@@SpunkyBoyy Thanks, I will make a list and try it. The most important is that the registration/documents are OK and the mileage correct, preferably proven by the mainentance booklet. Also, I never spend 100% or more of my budget for the purchase, I always keep some money behind for unexpected costs. There's always something you want to change..
Killed it, super informative - when it warms up, you want to listen to the engine as well, not just cold. Also letting it get to temperature allows the fan to engage so you can check that off. Only other thing I can think of that I do is pulling the seat to check the wiring for anything funky, the battery for a warrantee date, and the roadside toolkit if the bike has one
I'm taking my MSF next month and planning to buy my first bike used. Very well made video, earned a sub for sure!
This is a great video for all that might be interested in purchasing a motorcycle. Your comments and suggestions are right on point. I have purchased two sports bike brand new from a dealership. But I now am interested purchasing from a private sale. I am very, very picky about what I buy. I backed out of a private sale because of some critical points that you discuss in your video. Thank you for sharing and continue with the videos.
Hey Shawn Sutter! Thank you very much I literally made this video because of all the potential times I could have been ripped off from buying used..It’s definitely more risky to buy from a private seller but if u know what ur doing u can get a way better deal than buying from a dealership! Dealerships gotta make their money somehow but buying new or used from a dealership they usually make sure the bike is turn key and ready to go but the cost reflects that. Glad u enjoyed the video and thanks for leaving a detailed comment! Awesome🤙🏻
A lot of good advice here.
I live in Jacksonville Florida and I can tell you that almost all of the motorcycle shops are owned by corporations. They also grab up used bikes at auctions and resell them at high prices,. An individual has a hard time finding a good deal.
I'm from Jax too. If you know any deals lmk
Hold the font brake and pump the shocks when checking fork seals,
I do this once in awhile on my break just to make sure everything's good in case if I ever do have to hit the brakes real hard
I'm a beginner, will probably watch this video 3 or 4 times more hahah, thanks dude
I needed this video 25 yrs ago! Bought a 1990 GSXR 750, that looked awesome. I had no idea what I was doing. Fork seals leaked, rubber in the rear fender from burnouts, very hard starting from bad carburetor work, etc…
All this guys info is great!
Haha trust me I’ve made mistakes as well..you live and you learn! Thanks for watching glad you enjoyed the video!
Informative as always, want to get an 06', should I bite if it has 30k+ miles?
Kevin Hoover thank you very much! I would say yes, it’s not so much about the miles...It is more about the condition of the bike in my opinion, they can go well over 60-70k or longer if taken care of correctly, I will say miles do devalue the bike though.
great tips, one more thing to check when looking at the tires is the manufacturing date, they may be lightly used but old as hell and that's also something to keep in mind
Great point the tires on mine were originals from 2006.
Agree...great point.
We need people who buy new otherwise they'd be no second-hand or a bike market full stop, so don't discourage them. At some point I'd like to buy new.
Underrated video man. Better information than huge bike channels.
Hey Najarri Whitehead! Thank you very much glad u enjoy the video! Awesome feedback🤙🏻
The first thing to do is get a Haircut. Everyone's a liar, your right about that. And your right about the oil level to. Good job on the video. Later.
Dude 23k and growing I can remember when you first posted this video 🤣🤣
Thank you so much mate🙏 I remember ur original comment on this video! “This channel is gonna grow” you keep me motivated man! I see you grinding over there! Keep up the hard work creeping up up on 500subs! Nice🤙🏻
Dude 318k 🤣🤣🤣
Dude you're like the Einstein of motorcycles ..... Thanks man you covered everything..... Now I know better ...... Greetings all the way from Honduras.....
Well done! For those of us with aging eyes, make sure you take your reading glasses. Checked the VIN to the title of my last purchase, but missed where the motorcycle had 11, but the title had 00 in its sequence. Got super lucky at the DMV, where they could see the fat finger mistake they had made in the title transfer. Could have been a $4000 mistake.
2:36 when you’re talking about oil, is that little notch to the right of the oil level a max fill line? Or does it just coincidentally line up with the oil level. And will all newer sport bikes have something like that if it is indeed a fill line?
Thanks bossman for putting this together... Very informative and helped so much, helped ask and check out a bunch of stuff that would have been overlooked. Simply said, GREAT JOB, and Thank you
I just traded my truck for a 2001 honda vtx 750 got absolutely fucked because i was excited to get my first bike and turns out the title was a bill of sale and the bill of sale didnt match the vin and it was from a guy in Oklahoma i got it in missouri now i have no transportation for my work or docotor and im fucked because i wasnt smart and someone was scum this guy said it best.
This video was extremely helpful...ill drop a like and sub
Hey WGT Quazzie! Glad the video was able to help you out! Thank you so much 🙏
Buying my first bike. Tons of sketch when dealing with private parties. Vid helped me ty. On the FB marketplace, imo when the seller creates a profile just for the bike he's selling I believe its a red flag. When the listing is on his actual fb page with his photos I feel much better. Age of the person is also important. An older mature adult probably took better care of it and rode it less aggressive.
Beast video! You have the sickest garage 🔥
Greekgod69 Thank you very much man! I really do appreciate the positive feedback👌🏻
I disagree that the bike being kept outside "isn't a huge deal." The UV rays absolutely destroy plastic and rubber parts, including not only the seats but hoses, vacuum lines, cable housings, etc. Aluminum parts will corrode, and where aluminum meets steel, electrolysis, aluminum on carbon fiber galvanic corrosion, etc. It's a huge deal--I wouldn't ever consider buying a bike stored outdoors.
great video bro! Learned a shit ton of useful information for the future! thanks bud
No problem! Glad u enjoyed the video🤙🏻
I've just bought my first bike I'm in Australia, took a mate with me who knows his stuff and he essentially did everything you did 😂 good to know that he did everything right !
Very informative, precise, and straight to the point. Subbed.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video!
I bought my 1st bike 3 years ago. I was thinking of getting a used bike. Since I know (at the time) absolutely nothing about bikes I just bought new. My credit was really good at the time. I was approved for my gsxr750 with a 0.5% APR so basically paying the bike cash lol. In my whole term they are only making like 400 bucks! Get that credit up guys and gals the 600 I could have got for 0% apr
This is amazing information even for an experienced rider, let alone a nooby looking for their first bike. There are a lot of little things you can miss when trying to evaluate a motorcycle.
I am the nooby looking for their first bike 😅 I am bringing a much more experienced friend with me cause I’ll admit I know nothing haha
@@kyla_177 Congrats on learning to ride. Bringing a more experienced rider is a great idea. Especially if your buying a used bike. Keep in mind most people baby their bikes and take amazing care of them. So buying used isnt as sketchy as a used car. Usually even if they failed to maintain the chain and sprockets this is a easy fix. Budget for new tires and don't go cheap on tires. Michelin power pilots are God tier tires for a bike. I was able to ride through a light hail storm with those one night. These tires laugh at rain and pretend it doesn't exist. Like your riding on dry ground in a full thunderstorm. Main thing when learning to ride is too choose a bike at your skill level. For a first bike if it's a sports bike I wouldn't go over a 500cc, if it's a cruiser maybe 750cc, dirt bike or enduro style 250cc. The lighter the bike the easier it is to control.
@@mkII.thank you! Just seeing this now. I am excited to announce I just bought an R3! In mint condition, brought some new buddies of mine when we went to look at it. They approved with flying colours. Thank you for the reply man 😁
im excited but nervious buying from a fb marketplace seller
Great information and very well presented. I've been riding motorcycles for 50 years and you've taught me some new things to watch out for.
I’m new to bikes and I was wondering if it would be better to buy new so I know what the “normal” is or should I just gamble with a used?
Awesome video boi ❤️ from india
Thank you🙏
Just recapping the list so I can pull it up later
- oil
- chain/ sprocket
- tire tread
- scratches
- ownership/ vin
- fork seals
Hey man, just wanted to say thanks a bunch for making this video! Checked out a gsxr600 yesterday and I quickly learned of how many red flags the bike had. Walked away from the deal and now I’m picking up a bike (‘06 636) that actually runs well :)
Something else to keep in mind is if the frame is polished or the wheels polished, they probably did that to hide, cover up damage. Unless it was a show bike only, trailer queen there is no reason to polish a frame for anything other than wrecked and frame damage. Wheels not so much, as people like to polish those for various reasons, but it is something to keep in mind, or they could have been straightened to the best of ability.
Also check for decals that are out of place or missing: usually means the bike has been dropped.
All L series GSXR models have a front master cylinder recall, but there was no stator or rectifier problem due to Suzuki moving the rectifier for better cooling.
Check for scratches on the swingarm spools, and check the front fork pinchbolts, those are two very common low-side indicators. Also keep an eye on the FRAME color, chromed out bikes are automatically OUT, But for example I saw a guy advertising a 2011 GSXR750 as a 2017, only the 2011 had a blue frame, NOT the 2017, low and behold it was a rebuild title, and $8k became "yeah I could do $4200" I still said no.
Also NEVER buy a bike that is missing a power commander or some form of tuning for a full system exhaust OR a cat delete. I bought an R6 that had no tuning and a cat delete(with stock slip-on muffler), I got it home, checked the plugs and the "new plugs" that he had a receipt for and labor records for, had melted in the engine and shat out through the engine, thus blowing the engine within 50 miles of me riding it. The bike passed all the inspections in the video, lower miles for the year(8k miles for a 2008), and within those first 50 miles of riding the bike, the engine blew up due to the bike running so lean, that it melted the sparkplugs and the plugs shat out through the engine. Engines running lean will lead to overheating problems, inverse of this: the guy that likes to "home tune" could also have set the bike too rich and blow out the engine seals in the bike. So if the bike has been tuned by a reputable shop(R6=Bauce racing is a good example..ect) you are good, but if it hasnt at all been tuned, pass on the bike before you lose money. Also non-tuned bikes usually are great indicators of owners that dont know what they are doing with maintenance, if they wont spend money to make the bike run propper, they will 100% skip out on quality oil changes(my R6 guy gave me his extra oil after buying it, it was non-synthetic off amazon......live and learn..)
Tracked bikes are USUALLY cleaner than non-tracked if the miles are BELOW 10k miles. Tracks require the riders to pass inspections, and most track guys need to be meticulous with their bikes. That said 5k track miles is 10k street miles so make sure to ask for maintenance records.
As for bikes with loan agreements still on them, I bought my new 2017 R6 for about $3k BELOW KBB price, from a great seller who took care of the bike, built it and tuned it very well. The way to buy a bike with a loan is to meet the buyer at the bank directly to watch them pay off the bike, OR in the case they bought the bike direct from the manufacturer or used a non-local bank(yamaha actually has their own bank so I couldnt see him pay them off) Bring the seller, and the bill of sale to a NOTARY, and get it Notarized with a legally binding contract that the seller is receiving the money to pay off the loan, and the in return you are receiving the bike at the time of money exchange. If the seller wont show up to the Notary, then you know you were about to be ripped off. In my case I put a time restraint on the bill of sale with signature(upon money received, seller will pay off loan and give buyer title within 30 days), and I put a record of when I was receiving the bike, when the money was being exchanged, and what products he gave to me with the bike, each with their own signatures to notarize.
If the seller has had their signature signed by a notary and has NOT done something in the contract, or has NOT held up their end of the notarized bargain, you can take them to the cleaners in court, get your money back, AND get your bike. This is why only legitimate sellers with good intentions will actually agree to notarizing the bill of sale in person.
So dont give up totally on lean held bikes with loans on them, be careful, but there is a very good way to buy them, and most of the times, the guy simply wants to get out from under the loan and doesnt have the money to pay off the loan on his toy, so you can snag GREAT deals from them.
In other words......"don't buy used bikes"
@@slimfit767 definitely buy used
Nice and simple. I “liked” it. But I only subscribed because of the pats shirt in the end.
Hey, that's a great video with some very good tips I didn't know. Thanks! I just moved in the USA (in California) and I am meeting a guy on Saturday to buy his Daytona. I have no clue about how the paperwork goes in this country/state and that would be very helpful if you could give me some advice. Best, ✌
Hey Fire Hawk! Glad you enjoy the video. California is a nice state! So as far as the title goes just make sure the bike doesn’t have any liens on the title and make sure u do a Bill of sale as well it’s basically just like a receipt. Then from there you are going to need to register the bike and pay all the fees but if ur buying from a dealership they will walk you through all of that it’s a little more pricey but it’s still a good option. Hope that helps good luck with everything!
@@SpunkyBoyy Thank you very much for the quick reply! So basically I just go there, pay cash, have him sign a handwritten receipt for the cash amount, ride back home and go the dmv website to register the bike and pay fees? Then I'll receive the new title by mail within a few weeks? (Provided the bike is insured for the way back?) Sorry if this sounds like obvious question ahah...
@@firehawk3239 I personally wouldn’t do the title by mail i would just go in and do it that way just to be safe. Ya no problem man you should be fine and ready to ride after all that. If ur new to motorcycles I’d probably have the bike checked or have someone that knows a thing or two take a look at it just so ur safe out there! Hope that helps enjoy the bike!
@@firehawk3239 u can get a temp tag online to ride it home but you’ll probably be fine if u don’t do that just show him the bill of sale if u get pulled over and say u just bought it u should be good but like I said u can print out a temp tag online
@@SpunkyBoyy Sounds good, thanks man!
Personally I never I had a title to none of the 3 used dirt bikes that I owned. Usually I just get a bill of sale and run the VIN number
Agreed! Dirt bikes are different as long as the VIN checks out then you’re good. If the VIN has been scratched out definitely don’t buy it..Street bikes on the other hand I’m not buying it without a title. Thanks for sharing👌🏻
Great tips!
On certain bikes the fairings can cover up a LOT of damage. I wouldn't buy another fully faired bike without taking a peak under the fairings.
I think he meant to say is that the bike can hide a lot of issues when cold but when warmed up they will show themselves
TEACH ME HOW TO RIDE A BIKE
sqwalla anytime man! Thank you so much for your feed back:-)
LOL!! why there's a thumbs down? oh maybe one of those dishonest sellers. I love this video very straight forward.
Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed the video! Awesome🤙🏻
Great video mate, really enjoyed it 👍
Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed the video always great to hear that!
I live in Ohio and, for the past month and a half, I've had to take my wife to therapy twice a week. We pass a house with a cbr600rr parked out front. It doesn't seem to move. The last time we drove past, it had snowed and the poor thing had snow built up on it. I told my wife that I'd rather leave my kids outside than a beautiful bike like that. Some people just shouldn't own a bike.
And some people doesn't deserves a kid 😭
@@moco8721 I know, right? Lets make a deal. My kids for your bike?
@@Godric_71 hahahahhahahahhahahahaha, alright
@@Godric_71 only if your kids are cats
@@moco8721 I have cats. You can't have them.
Walked into a motorcycle shop for the first time today, watched your video a few hours after I left. Will definitely be asking/checking all of these things when I go back to pick her up! Thanks for the wisdom man you seem like a legend!
the bike i bought needed a flush and a new battery. it was $1. i was not ripped off.
Sound like you should just buy a new one
I got 4k. I challenge you to find me a 600 or better in central Ohio.
I know it's 2years old , but just good info here timeless info really
TRIPLE TREE FORKS THAT ARE INVERTED costed me $700 out the door when the seals were blown. You are welcome 😊
Also was a 2004 zx10r
Great information thank You so much, for a guy buying a used bike for first time what year of the gsxr that is manageable and reliable?
Thanks! That’s a great question..For the 600/750 I’d try and get a 2011 or newer u could even get a k8/k9 with all the recalls completed..it’s a bit older but it’s still a pretty good bike but long story short stay away from the 06/07 GSXR600/750. Hope that helps!
Another way you can tell the motorcycle has been in an accident is if the exhaust is scratched up as well
yep, but Don't count on it all the time......many bikes don't have factory pipes, and it's cheap to swap out.
Thanks a lot for this video I knew a few of these things but you were really helpful and was straightforward I feel so much more confident in buying my first sports bike which is a Yamaha r6 in the next few weeks before the winter is over. (trying to catch some good deals) and a lot of them are around 22k-30k miles so I just been extra worried I’ll run into a bike with problems that won’t be there until I actually take it home after I’ve paid for it. But this video helped out a lot. Liked the video and I subscribed 🤘🏼
Of course! Good luck with everything ultimately the condition is probably the most important thing..the mileage really depends on how the bike was ridden just make sure everything checks out and you should be good! Thanks for watching and subscribing!
About to buy my 2nd bike which my 1st was a cruiser but now will be a sport bike and this was the video I needed to find!!! Thanks a ton man and beautiful bike!!!
Nice!! My friend has a cruiser he lets me ride all the time they are great bikes! Sport bikes are my favorite tho always been a sport bike guy! No problem man thanks for watching and I appreciate all the kind words!
Legend! Thanks man! I am looking to buy my first used bike so this was reallly really helpfull. Thanks for the info
Awesome! Really glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks🤙🏻
You can apply this to all vehicles. I bought a used car one time and the car changed hands 3 times but for some reason the transfer fees weren't paid. I got stuck with the bill because the pink was already signed over to me.
Actually helpful, i like that you had a list as we are supposed to have. It looked kinda dumb but thats fine to get a good bike so ill do it myself for sure
looking at a 12' CBR600rr currently, this video helps alot brodie, I appreciate it.
Of course! Good luck with everything! Nice choice CBR’s are great bikes🤙🏻
great video..here's a good tip I'll pass on. Try and have the bike on the ground as well if it's on stands. my Gixxer was up on stands and the seller started it up cold start..started no problem. Take it home..bike won't start. Turns out the gear indicator sensor is faulty and won't start with the kickstand down and will only start kicked up. So you have to start it while sitting ready to go, or have the rear stand with kickstand up and start her up and do what you need to do quickly and ride off!
Great tips and great guide!
Thank you I’m glad u enjoyed this video! Awesome tips thank you for sharing🙏 hope u got that all sorted out with the kickstand! Stay safe out there🤙🏻
Your TikTok’s are weird asf
Awesome vid. Found you from a GSXR Facebook get. Keep it coming! - Amy
RedMoonRising24 Hi Amy! Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed the video!👍
I thinking to purchase my first bike and don't know much about what to look for other than watching the price and scratching so this was very informative on what to look for!
Great advice to making a checklist for used bikes thanks
Here’s a “Tip”: change your own tires, oil, brake-fluid, brake-pads, etc. - I paid over $500.00 for two new tires, which only lasted me a year. The rear tire only costs: $180.00 “Online”. I’m sure the same could be said for the other “Services”…
Great job bro 🚀🚀💪👍✊⚡️🎥🏍🎥🙏🏽💥💯💥😇🌎🤩🤘🏼
Thank you🤙🏻
@@SpunkyBoyy I’m in the game now my ZX 10r Vimana just sold, on to the next buy, ride, film and sell 🎥🏍🚀🚀🔥🤩🇺🇸💥🤘🏼🎥👍
@@powamoto nice! I’ve always wanted a Kawasaki I love the green and black. Have fun and stay safe out there bro🤙🏻
@@SpunkyBoyy if you come south this winter hit me up collab time
@@powamoto of course bro❤️
What do you think about a 2007 gsxr-1000?
Now this is a proper youtube video. Straight to the point, super informative, helpful. I kinda miss this.
I wasn't going to watch this because I thought I already knew, but good job. Would you buy a bike that a person won't let you test drive? I know there are bikes that are too fast to let people test drive, but if they won't allow a short test run without laying down the cash first, is that a red flag?
That’s actually a really good question! Personally I would want to test ride the bike just because it’s a lot of money and I’ve always done it that way..but if you give the seller cash in hand I’m sure they will let u ride it but if they don’t let u ride the bike.. I’d want to hear/see them go through all the gears to make sure the gear box is working correctly and make sure the clutch isn’t slipping and a few other things that’s a tricky one I’d have to see the condition of the bike because every situation is different you probably will be alright if the seller seems trustworthy and everything else checks out. I hope that helps! Thanks for watching as well!
Watched this Video twice and I couldn't believe how informative it was. Great content bro I learned a few new things from this about the Bike im selling LoL!!!... And when I go looking for my new Bike. Thanks again.
No problem! Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks a lot for watching! Hope everything works out for u with the bikes!
He said NOBODY rides sport bikes. 😂😂😂😭😭MAYBE WHERE U ARE.
ALSO I ONLY BUY NEW BIKES NOT USED.
Too many things you can hide and swap
BROOOO you're the GOAT this video is seriously amazing thank you :))))))
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