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2nd Hand MotorBike - What to look out for??

mikerowsopht · 2010-10-26 11:56:55

Hi All, I plan on getting a motorbike very soon ( honda hornet) This will be the 1st bike I have purchased 2nd hand. Just wondering what I should be looking out for damage wise. My brother once told me if you drive a bike and let go of the handlebars (safely) and if the bike vers to the left or right then chances are the…

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mikerowsopht

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Hi All,

I plan on getting a motorbike very soon ( honda hornet)
This will be the 1st bike I have purchased 2nd hand.

Just wondering what I should be looking out for damage wise.

My brother once told me if you drive a bike and let go of the handlebars (safely) and if the bike vers to the left or right then chances are the bike has been dropped and the frame could be damaged as it should go straight.

Just wondering if any 2nd hand motorbike buyers could give me any and all advice on purchasing a 2nd hand bike and what specifically to look out for or if you have any other tips like the above

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#2 26-10-2010 1:01pm

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Motorbike forum ==> http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=577

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#3 26-10-2010 1:26pm

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Put on the kettle, this is a long one

http://www.irishbikerforum.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=79376

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#4 26-10-2010 1:48pm

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KamiKazi wrote: »

Put on the kettle, this is a long one

http://www.irishbikerforum.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=79376

thnx for that link, just put the kettle on

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#5 26-10-2010 2:00pm

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Moved to Motorbikes.

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#6 26-10-2010 4:17pm

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mikerowsopht wrote: »

My brother once told me if you drive a bike and let go of the handlebars (safely) and if the bike vers to the left or right then chances are the bike has been dropped and the frame could be damaged as it should go straight.

ehhh, havent heard that before and wouldnt recommend it at all! :eek:

Buy from a reputable second hand dealer if you have concerns. I recommend JP Motorcycles on Pearse St. (Ive bought all my bikes from there)

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#7 26-10-2010 11:06pm

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faceman wrote: »

ehhh, havent heard that before and wouldnt recommend it at all! :eek:

Buy from a reputable second hand dealer if you have concerns. I recommend JP Motorcycles on Pearse St. (Ive bought all my bikes from there)

i un reccomend them
sold two or three duds that i know of
and i have heard of the making sure she steers straight idea
fact is you need someone to help you

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#8 27-10-2010 9:14am

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mikerowsopht wrote: »

Just wondering what I should be looking out for damage wise.

My brother once told me if you drive a bike and let go of the handlebars (safely) and if the bike vers to the left or right then chances are the bike has been dropped and the frame could be damaged as it should go straight.

Don't buy any bike with evidence of accident damage unless your budget forces you to. Being able to tell the difference between cosmetic and structural damage is an acquired skill and if you are in doubt, find someone to help you.

Taking your hands off the bars to check a bike is not a reliable test either - the road camber, tyre wear, headstock bearings and lots of other things can affect this and you might also fall off (not ideal).

Buy the lowest mileage, cleanest example of the bike you can find. Dont buy resprayed, modified, customised versions as they almost always have accident damage in their history.

I wouldn't recommend JP either - but go and sit on their fine selection of bikes to see if you like any of them.

'cptr

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#9 27-10-2010 2:56pm

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I bought a bike a couple of years ago as a novice who knew nada. I brought a mate who knew bikes quite well. I also got a bike mechanic to check it out and there was no hassle. I'd recommend the mechanic though, they'll know what to look out for.

By the by, I am now selling it, 05 Hornet 600, 11k miles, in very good shape. PM for further details:)

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#10 31-10-2010 10:55pm

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Get a mate who knows about bikes to go with you to look at any bike you are thinking of buying. There are LOTS of scammers out there.

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