Things To Consider When Buying New Motorcycles In The Uk
When it comes to buying a new motorbike in the UK
, there are a number of thing you need to take into consideration. In this short article, we'll take a brief look at some of the more important things you should focus on before you hand over your money, or before you sign on the dotted line of that financing agreement.
Pricing and Resale Value:
Of course if you're rolling in the money, then you may not think the price of a bike is anything to worry about, but for most of us, price is very important. In fact, it's even more important if you're going to be paying your bike off, given that you'll also be paying interest. Before you decide on a particular bike, always ask yourself if you can well and truly afford it. If you have even the slightest bit of doubt, then you should ideally opt for something a little less pricey.
You also need to think about the potential resale value. Despite how you may feel right now, there's every chance that you'll want a new bike again in a year or two. Even though most of the Japanese bikes depreciate quite rapidly, there are certain makes and models which fair better than others in terms of resale value, and in order to take advantage of this, you should make a point of doing some research beforehand. Bikes such as a Ducati or a Harley Davidson will tend to hold their value more than the Japanese models, but even so, you'll rarely get what you expect when you sell it or trade it in for a new bike. While this may be inevitable, you should at least try to minimize potential losses.
Engine Size:
New motorcycles come in all sizes, and of course many bikers want to own the biggest and most powerful bike out there. The fact of the matter is, do you really need a 1300 CC motorbike, and that just so that you can get to work and back. Also, depending on where about you live in the UK, you may not even be able to ride your bike during certain times of the year because of bad weather. Bikes that have large engines also cost more to insure, and the difference between the cost of insuring a big bike and the cost of insuring a modest bike can be quite significant. Sure it's nice to have plenty of power at your disposal, but it does bear thinking about, and not only because of cost. Your level of riding may not warrant you riding a very powerful bike either.
Type, Style, and Intended Usage:
Do you only want an economical means of transport, or do you want something more? If you only need a bike for getting around on, then it would be best to choose one with a relatively small motor, and one which is quite light, especially if you'll be using it in heavy traffic. If you want a bike for weekend runs and summer riding, and you have the necessary experience, then you'll more than likely want something with a bit more power. There are literally hundreds of street bikes to choose from, and because these combine power with manoeuvrability, they tend to be the most popular bikes in the UK. Of course if your dream is to hit the open roads and explore the country, then it would take a lot to beat cruising bikes and choppers. These are not only powerful machines, but they also provide you with as much comfort as possible when you're going to be in the saddle for several hours at a time.
That which has been discussed above is not the only factors to think about when it comes to buying new motorcycles, but they are probably the most important ones. Above all, take your time, and never allow yourself to be pressured in buying a particular bike by a forceful salesperson.
by: Roger Thurston
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