| When you consider buying used motorcycle parts | | | | 3. After market parts are another way to save in |
| and accessories you have several options. Lets | | | | some cases. These are parts made by another |
| consider each and see the pros and cons. | | | | manufacturer. In some cases these may be even |
| Buying from a brand name dealership is one way to | | | | better than original parts. You can always check the |
| go. It's also a great place to inquire about used | | | | reviews of parts online if you have concerns. |
| motorcycle prices. Some brands have a reselling | | | | 4. Check EBay and other Auctions For new and used |
| program which guarantees the bikes quality. Honda | | | | parts if you can find your part you will probably get it |
| and Harley and even BMW have such a program. | | | | for a fraction of the cost that a dealer would charge. |
| The advantages of Buying from a general dealership | | | | 5. Do a search on your favorite search engine under |
| is a general dealership has many different brands and | | | | the term used motorcycle parts. You'll probably be |
| sells different quality bikes I would prefer to buy | | | | amazed at the results. |
| directly from the owner than a general dealership. | | | | 6. Check your local yellow pages for a Motorcycle |
| Buying from an auction Consider this option only if | | | | salvage yard. The chances are good around the |
| you are experienced. There is a huge difference | | | | major cities. |
| buying and riding. | | | | 7. When buying used parts be sure the part is |
| Last but not least Buying from the previous owner. | | | | guaranteed to arrive in working condition. |
| This is your best way to find out about the bike, | | | | 8. Don't install used or after market parts if your |
| history and other specifics. But it's best to know a | | | | motorcycle is under warranty. In some states this |
| little about the market prices for the motorcycle part | | | | may void the warranty. |
| or accessory you want to buy . | | | | 9. Place an ad in your local classifieds. These are |
| Now that you have decided to buy read the | | | | usually low cost ads and if you find the part that you |
| following purchase tips. | | | | need, this may be the most economical way of all to |
| 1. Shop online. It's not uncommon to save 70 to 80 | | | | find parts. |
| percent on some parts. I'm talking about used parts | | | | 10. There's a few online classifieds devoted to |
| mostly. Remember all Motorcycle run on used parts. | | | | motorcycles. You can get lucky here once in awhile. |
| 2. You can multiply your chances of success by using | | | | If you can do a little of the work your self and find |
| a parts locator. Parts locators are tied into salvage | | | | used or rebuilt parts it's possible to save a great deal |
| yards all across the US. Searching on your on could | | | | of money, Especially when rebuilding or restoring |
| take hours. Just fill out a simple form and let them do | | | | some of the old bikes. I hope some of these tips |
| the work. Check the end of the article for part | | | | have helped a little. May God be with you. |
| locators. | | | | |