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Buying General:
...What is the best way to save money when buying a motorcycle?
One of the best ways to save money when buying a motorcycle-especially a newer motorcycle is to buy the motorcycle 2-3 years old.

...How come I am able to save a great amount of money buying a motorcycle 2-3 years old rather than a brand new motorcycle?
Because the person who bought the motorcycle new will take the initial depreciation hit during the first 2 or so years of ownership.

Buying New:
...What 1 thing should I always do when buying a new motorcycle from a motorcycle dealer that could save me a lot of money?
After being given the price for the motorcycle, always ask the salesperson..."Is that the absolute best they could do?".

I promise you, in more times than you could imagine, you will be amazed at the answer.

Buying Used:
...What are 2 ways to determine what I should pay for a used motorcycle?
KBB.com
Look the motorcycle up in the completed listings on ebay.com

...When trying to determine the price I should pay for the motorcycle, what is 1 thing I must absolutely be careful about?
The one thing you must be absolutely careful about when you're trying to determine the price you should pay for the motorcycle is that you compare apples to apples.

...What should I always be careful of when trying to determine the price I should pay for the motorcycle when using ebay's completed listings?
The one thing you must be very careful about when using ebay's completed listings for determining a price you should pay for the motorcycle is that you look at motorcycles that sold within a close proximity of your home.

...When using ebay's completed listings for determining the price I should pay for the motorcycle, why can't I use prices for motorcycles that sold anywhere in the U.S. rather than just a close proximity from my home?
Prices for motorcycles that have sold on ebay's completed listings will vary-sometimes dramatically, from one part of the country to another.

...What 1 thing should I always do when buying a used motorcycle from the motorcycle owner that could save me a lot of money?
After being given the price for the motorcycle, always ask the seller..."Is that the absolute best they could do?".

I promise you, in more times than you could imagine, you will be amazed at the answer.

...What is 1 thing I should always tell the motorcycle salesman just after I sign the contract to purchase a pre-owned motorcycle?
Do not place a sticker (representing your dealership) on the back of my new pre-owned motorcycle.

...What are 7 things I must really consider when I am thinking about buying a used motorcycle miles away from home?
The 7 things you must really consider when you're thinking about buying a motorcycle miles away from home are...

NOTE:
None of the 7 things listed below have been listed in any specific order.

1.) The cost to transport the motorcycle to your home.
2.) Whether you will be driving the motorcycle home or, whether you'll have a trucking company pick the motorcycle up and deliver it to your home.
3.) If you decide to drive the motorcycle home, the potential problems that occur during the ride home. i.e. breakdowns.
4.) If you decide to drive the motorcycle home, the length of time it will take you to drive the motorcycle home.
5.) If you decide to drive the motorcycle home, the time of year. In other words, what will the weather conditions be?
6.) The protection-recourse you will have buying the motorcycle so far away from home.
7.) How can you have the motorcycle checked out prior to buying the motorcycle?

...What is the best way to save money when buying a used motorcycle?
One of the best ways to save money when buying a motorcycle-especially a newer, used motorcycle, is to buy the motorcycle 2-3 years old.

...How come I am able to save a great amount of money buying a motorcycle 2-3 years old rather than a brand new motorcycle?
Because the person who bought the motorcycle new will take the initial depreciation hit during the first 2 or so years of ownership.

Extended Warranty:
...Should I purchase an extended warranty for my new or used motorcycle?

This question can only be answered once you have the answers to all 8 questions listed below...

1.) What is the price you are paying for the motorcycle?

2.) How long is the warranty from the manufacturer of the motorcycle?

3.) How long do you plan on keeping the motorcycle?

4.) What is the cost of the extended warranty?

5.) How long does the extended warranty go past the warranty of the manufacturer?

6.) What "exactlty" does the extended warranty cover?

7.) Does the extended warranty have a deductible? If yes, how much is the deductible?

8.) Does the extended warranty have a service fee? If yes, how much is the service fee?

Now that you have the answers to all 8 questions listed above, you should be able to answer your question.

General:
...When travelling with a motorcycle-especially long distances, what 5 things should I always do before leaving for my trip?
The 5 things you should always do when travelling with your motorcycle-especially long distances are...

1.) Be sure you check the level of your motorcycle's oil.
2.) Be sure you check the level of your motorcycle's brake fluid.
3.) Be sure you check the level of your motorcycle's antifreeze.
4.) Be sure you check the level of your motorcycle's transmission fluid.
5.) Be sure you check all your motorcycle's lights.

...What are 5 things I should check on my motorcycle at least once every month?
The 5 things you should check on your motorcycle at least once every month are...

1.) Be sure you check the level of your motorcycle's oil.
2.) Be sure you check the level of your motorcycle's brake fluid.
3.) Be sure you check the level of your motorcycle's antifreeze.
4.) Be sure you check the level of your motorcycle's transmission fluid.
5.) Be sure you check all your motorcycle's lights.

Repair:
...What should I always ask the mechanic when the mechanic gives me the price to repair my motorcycle?
You should always ask the mechanic will he be using OEM (original equipment manufactured) parts.

...What should I always do before I pay the mechanic for the repair to my motorcycle?
Always ask the mechanic to see the parts he replaced.

...What are the 5 ways I could save money when having my motorcycle repaired by my mechanic?
1.) Ask your mechanic if there are other manufacturers who make the parts rather than OEM.

2.) Ask your mechanic if there are used parts available.

3.) Offer to pay your mechanic for the work in cash.

4.) If it's a local mechanic, see if you could barter your services for the work.

5.) Place an ad on CraigsList looking for a motorcycle mechanic that works on your type of motorcycle. Then, interview the responders.

Selling Used:
...How can I sell my motorcycle quickly?
Offer a warranty on your motorcycle.

...What are the 2 ways to determine an asking price for my motorcycle?
To determine an asking price for your motorcycle, try the following...

Look your motorcycle up on Kelly Blue Book. KBB.com
Look your motorcycle up in the completed listings on ebay.com

...When trying to determine an asking price for my motorcycle, what is 1 thing I must absolutely be careful about?
The one thing you must be absolutely careful about when you're trying to determine an asking price for your motorcycle is that you compare apples to apples.

...What should I always be careful of when trying to determine an asking price for my motorcycle when using ebay's completed listings?
The one thing you must be very careful about when using ebay's completed listings for determining an asking price for your motorcycle is that you look at motorcycles that sold within a close proximity of your home.

...When using ebay's completed listings for determining an asking price for my motorcycle, why can't I use prices for motorcycles that sold anywhere in the U.S. rather than just a close proximity from my home?
Prices for motorcycles that have sold on ebay's completed listings will vary-sometimes dramatically, from one part of the country to another.

...I do not like people trying to negotiate with me when trying to sell my motorcycle. What could I say in my ad that will save me a considerable amount of aggravation and deter these types of people from contacting me?
You could place the phrase "non-negotiable" or the word "firm" next to the price in your ad.

NOTE:
Be prepared however, you still may get a few to try and lower your price.

...What is 1 thing I should never leave out of the ad/post for the motorcycle I am selling?
One thing you should never leave out of the ad for the motorcycle you are selling is the price.

...Why should I never leave out the price in the ad/post for the motorcycle I am selling?
People tend to assume. If you leave the price out of your ad/post, many people will assume the reason why you did was because the price you are asking for your motorcycle is too high and simply blow passed your ad.


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