Buying a Used Motorcycle
Shopping for used Harley-Davidson® motorcycles can be overwhelming. With all the choices, where do you even start? Here at Toad Suck Harley-Davidson, we work to make things easier for you. We created the following article to guide you through the process so you can find your dream used Harley motorcycle sooner. When you are ready to look at options, visit our dealership. We proudly serve those in Conway and Searcy, Arkansas.
Choosing Your Motorcycle Type
As you shop for used Harley motorcycles, you'll quickly notice that there are an almost endless amount of options before you. It gets overwhelming considering every possible used Harley bike, so you'll want to narrow down your search. A great place to start is picking one category of motorcycle to consider.
Maybe you hope to tear up the city streets and turn heads as you cruise on past. A used cruiser could be for you! They are high-performing machines running off of engines often pushing 1,000 ccs. They pack the power so you can keep up with motorists on the road (or, more likely, leave them eating your dust). Their easy handling makes them a great option for new riders.
Maybe long-distance rides are your style. You want to commute to work every day or embark on endurance rides to new locations. A touring motorcycle can be your perfect fit. They offer unparalleled comfort due to their ergonomically designed frame, making it easy to hit the road and just keep on riding.
Maybe you are seeking adrenaline rushes. You want to hit new levels of speed to satiate your thrill-seeking desires. A sports bike could be your dream. They are all about performance, from their high-speed capacity to responsive braking. While these usually grace a race track, they can also be enjoyed on city streets.
Your Used Motorcycle Budget
After you limit your search to one style of motorcycle, your next step is to figure out how much you can spend on a used Harley bike. Why waste time looking at used Harley motorcycles that you couldn't afford anyway? Avoid falling in love with a used motorcycle beyond your means by only considering options you could buy. Don't forget to include motorcycle gear in your budget.
If you already own a motorcycle, consider trading it in. You'll get that vehicle off your hands and bring down the cost of your dream used Harley motorcycle. Another strategy is to consider financing, which helps you get your used motorcycle home sooner by signing up for monthly payments.
Find a Seller
Your final step is finding somewhere to get your used Harley bike from. Individual sellers may be able to offer a lower price, but it often comes at the cost of hidden issues (that will cost you a fortune in mechanic fees).
Shopping for used Harley motorcycles at a dealership is the strategic way to go. A dealer is incentivized to give you a fair deal. If they don't, you could post online reviews to scare potential customers away. They also thoroughly inspect the incoming used Harley motorcycles, catching issues an average Joe seller wouldn't. This lets them repair the issues in-house, which will cost you less than if you paid a mechanic to fix them. Finally, a dealership offers a wide selection of motorcycles in one stop, which increases the chances you'll find your dream used motorcycle!
Ready to look at used Harley motorcycles? Visit Toad Suck Harley-Davidson. We offer a large selection of models from the different Harley families, making it easy to find the perfect one for you! We proudly serve those in Conway, Searcy, Hot Springs, Fort Smith, and Russellville, Arkansas.