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3 Questions To Ask Yourself When Buying A Motorcycle
Martin Castillo
Owning a Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle falls into the dream category for many individuals. If you are lucky enough to be in a position to be purchasing a motorcycle, there are a few questions you need to ask yourself to guide your purchasing choice.
#1 Do You Have a Motorcycle License?
It is one thing to want to own a motorcycle, it is another thing to actually know how to ride a motorcycle. If you want to own a motorcycle, you are going to need a motorcycle license. You need to have a motorcycle license in order to even test drive a motorcycle.
Luckily, you can sign up to take a class at a riding school. You don't have to own a motorcycle to take a motorcycle class; the riding school will provide you with one to learn on.
You are going to want to obtain a motorcycle license before you start looking for a motorcycle. That way, you can easily test drive any motorcycle you find. Additionally, some insurance companies require you to have a license before they will ensure your motorcycle, just another inventive to get a motorcycle license first.
#2 How Much Experience Do You Have Riding?
Next, you need to ask yourself how much experience you have riding. If you don't have that much experience, you are going to want to start out with a motorcycle with a smaller engine. Do not start with a motorcycle with one of the stronger engines. It takes time and skill to learn how to ride a motorcycle and control all that power. It is usually best to start with a lower powered engine and work your way up to a higher powered engine. This strategy will also allow you to spend less money on a motorcycle to start with, as motorcycles with smaller engines tend to cost less.
#3 How Do You Plan on Paying for the Motorcycle?
You also need to think about how you plan on paying for the motorcycle. It is possible to get financing for a motorcycle if you have a good credit score and a steady paycheck. It is also more than possible to pay with cash. Many motorcycle dealerships only accept cash transactions for motorcycle sales under a set amount. It is often hard to get lenders to lend someone only a couple thousand dollars, which is why if you are buying a motorcycle for under $5,000 dollars, it's a good idea to have cash on hand.
If you are finally in a position to purchase a motorcycle, you need to obtain your motorcycle license first. Then you need to think seriously about the experience that you have and what level of power you can handle. Remember that it is okay to start with a smaller bike and trade your way up. Finally, if you are looking to purchase an inexpensive motorcycle, make sure you have cash on hand. If you are looking to make a more expensive purchase, financing may be an option.
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