Used bike buying checklist | What you look for when buying a motorcycle

[@jamiecox2506]

This is a good comprehensive test. However, personally I'd be checking the frame and engine numbers first, followed by the keys and then the rest of the bike. No point going through the whole bike BEFORE you discover the numbers don't match or the keys have been replaced...

[@mithunkartha]

Absolutely!

[@kiradotee]

How do you check the keys have been replaced?

[@lance3529]

@@kiradotee There will be 2 separate keys for the fork lock/ seat if that has a key. Should be all 1 key

[@rubik2379]

How do i do that

[@mrz592]

Make a video sir will be nice

[@johnbayers2971]

Another good check would be to move the handle bar up and down from side to side, pull up with one hand and push down with the other. This will check the upper yoke bearing for movement. The beautiful GS you have there could have a worn yoke and/or bearing.

[@PoisonousPen]

So glad to hear that the ABS light flashes to begin with until you start riding 😮‍💨👍👍👍 That was a concern of mine - really pleased I caught this video before viewing my next potential bike this weekend 👍👍🙏🏻

[@tonyrichengod9280]

What about checking the oil? I would think that's the most important thing , to diagnose whether the engine is healthy inside

[@Ladosligese]

@@dantae666 all bikes should have a glass / eye

[@Scoodee17]

First thing I always check is engine oil, the colour, viscosity and even the smell,

[@michaelmaningding]

And taste

[@cafecesana]

Always start by checking the engine oil and coolant!!! It's the most important check of all.

[@chr11sf]

Top job, well presented cheers

[@dannygilbert5885]

Thanks, this is a really useful guide. Always good to look like you know what you're looking for when you check over a bike.

[@steampunk888]

Not discussed is what happens next if you find, say, the tires are worn. The average buyer has already decided he wants the bike, so, absent a better specimen elsewhere, he simply asks for a price reduction. And if he finds the bike is perfect, what does he do? Well, he asks for a price reduction.

[@stonodo]

You're all done are you? May I suggest to people that you might want to check the oil level and the cleanliness of the oil. Make sure it's not milky looking which would indicate coolant leaking into your oil. If you're really keen, take an oil sample and check for metal fibres. Also you may want to check the levels on the coolant and make sure it's clean with no oil in it. Now you're done.

[@MrAnottakenusername]

Look for coolant leaking in the oil or coolant level? On a not liquid cooled bike? Well gl with that

[@damianedwards5368]

Very informative, good advice, making sure that if you purchase a bike you are checking what you need to before committing to the sale.

[@james-r]

That was the intention of the video, but thank you for letting everyone else know that you understood that.

[@stucrossland3719]

Check for Cat N and Cat S.

[@bhaveshsonawane5803]

One also needs to check the insurance validity and insurance claim if the bike was accidental or not. Superb effort to clear all points/doubts Keep posting Cheers 🥂

[@mistermano7320]

Good check but i wil start with a oil check before starting.

[@Orrajt]

What about the testride tips?

[@jackbooth5783]

Cheers Rob! Great video and it really helped me!

[@charlieryan1736]

Thanks for making this helpful video

[@dannyvan5792]

why does you not chec the oli level ? smel the oil ? look in the exaust for black coller.? oil consumpion ?

[@distilledgogilba]

Superb video!

[@ArthusDead]

amazing helpful stuff. thanks

[@Bredaxe]

I like to stay away from the used bikes that are conveniently put up for sale right before major service is due and hoping you don't notice the extra $800 to $1800 you'll be coughing up to the dealer in 500 miles. Makes you wonder why they would buy a bike and not ask about service intervals and cost to maintain.

[@armandblake]

Forgot to check the prostate though...

[@mxmerce]

Awesome video! Great job guys!

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks! John

[@BirdArvid]

Great video! I'm sure that's a great bike, especially if you can do stuff yourself and don't have to be subjected to Beemer dealers fleecing you at every turn, but my god it's ugly! I know, Dual Sports are hardly lookers any of them but jeez, that thing is ugly as sin. Those Beemer duck-bills are truly horrendous.

[@stonodo]

Just one more thing...if you have time, check the cleanliness of the air filter, this gives an indication on how well the bike was serviced. Also ask the seller to supply maintenance records if possible. Check service intervals for the bike before viewing and make sure all scheduled maintenance has been performed. Valve checks for example. The gentleman giving this instruction is very good at acting professional and gave some good advice but I find he has missed numerous obvious details.

[@parkersalwayssmokin]

Great job! Very helpful.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks! John

[@testaccount603]

bro I’ve got a perfect mint 2006 GT Radial World Cup Bike was $35,000 new, only ridden it once it was an unwanted Christmas present I’ll let you have it for a steal at ONLY $20,000 as I need the cash fast. I’m in the UK though but I can meet you at Heathrow Airport just do a quick exchange and you can be back home on the same flight you came. The frames missing but other than that she rides like a beauty! You will not be disappointed hit me up in the DMs.

[@jetprovost503]

There are isues that have not been checked which are engine related. 1) hall sensor 2) oil leaks all over the engine and specially from the rear bearing over clutch disc 3) left upper cam tensioner upgrade 4) throttle position sensor carb synch issues 5) if and when the clutch disk was replaced 6) general eye view of the engine for any flaws

[@dadandladadventures6138]

Very useful. thanks

[@technicaltapir9741]

Don't forget about Esa

[@YouGamersChannel]

Very very very useful indeed

[@teamtadrealestatepros7511]

Greetings Rob! What brand is the pipe on your bike? It sounds excellent. Thanks

[@Cahircz]

While this video was excellent, a lot of it boiled down to "do a test and see if it feels right". How do I know if it feels right if I never did that before?

[@richkeylor787]

Engine oil is kinda important.

[@noahway13]

Video: How To Do A Quick 1000 Point Inspection

[@zzzzzmmm6539]

what model year is this GS? is it the oil-cooled or liquid-cooled one?

[@dannyvan5792]

lisning sound of the valves ?

[@pierstaylor7780]

is it me or is the seat a little "off"

[@paulyerbury7385]

The Bikes these we buy your bike companies buy what happens to them after. ? Do they go to auction or do motorcycle dealers buy them as used.? Just something that's puzzled me as I see Good Bikes sold to these companies and nothing after... But helped when I buy my next bike what to check over ✌️

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Typically they go for sale at dealers after being checked over at the workshop as well. Cheers, John

[@steve-wu7jp]

John what is the new bike you are going to buy? Or are you just running test bikes ?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Sierra Nevada MT-10. Also running test bikes but owning my own is really important

[@86Bilal2k8]

@@bennettsbikesocial when you were checking the back brake, you did it from the left hand side but it looked like you were pressing something by the front brake. Later on you checked the rear brake with your right foot as on most bikes. Do these bikes also have a rear brake by the front brake?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

@@86Bilal2k8 I'm not sure what you mean, sorry! At 09:40 the bike is rocked forward by holding the front brake leve (right bar) and then pressing the rear brake pedal on the right. Cheers, John

[@geneclarke2205]

Do you ask for dealer service / maintenance records? If this were a high mileage bike would you adjust your assessment procedures in any way? Is it true that the value and demand for a bike drops significantly after it reaches 20,000 miles?

[@RobVespa]

This is important. A lack of records/history is a red flag. It doesn't mean I wouldn't move forward, but it matters. I usually ask for the VIN in advance to do a search prior to seeing a bike. If the seller is reluctant in sharing this, that's also a red flag for me (again, not a deal breaker, as when seeing the bike, it's right there). Consistent proper maintenance is my number one on used bikes. Mileage is much lower down the list. Granted, it's all contextual.

[@disekjoumoer]

Verily a social bike social. Very useful video! Thanks!

[@Pawel5837]

Impressive 4 mm break pads thickness. How funny it sounds with that accent.😆 Shouldn't it be five thirty-two's of an very imperial inch? 😎

[@kingell657]

looseness?

[@mm-hq4qh]

Vin nu,mber?!

[@steveforks9698]

Thanks👍

[@michaelmickail1181]

Thank you for the video. I am in the process of buying a 2018 GS Adventure. I need to know where to locate the VIN number please. Thank you in advance.

[@A.J.Lawson]

Jack the bike up on the exhaust!!! Really?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

You're not picking the whole bike up, just giving support against the stand, but it's something you have to be very careful doing, especially if the bike has a notoriously weak side-stand. Personally, I get someone to pull the bike up onto the side-stand and the front or rear wheel (the opposite to what I'm checking), by holding it on the frame. But again, you have to be careful. John

[@jackfortin1797]

Great stuff...might add to check all the electrics such as signal lights, brake lights, head lamp(s), horn etc. If the previous owner could not be bothered replacing bulbs, probably skipped some basic maintenance as well. I like the thorough inspection of tires but should have included suspension though a test ride would sort that out.

[@drdrew3]

Checking all the lights, horn and hand control was the very first thing he did. You didn’t watch the video

[@dannyvan5792]

bmw boxer motor juses som oil

[@stevejones1318]

How to buy a used bike. Avoid BMW