| You can also purchase used motorcycles from a | | | | and reclined seats. Choppers are made primarily |
| dealership, although the price there will likely be | | | | by Harley Davidson. |
| much higher than what a private party would | | | | Dirt Bikes: Dirt bikes are motorcycles designed for |
| charge. Make sure that the dealership drains and | | | | off road riding and as such feature long |
| replaces the fluids in the motorcycles that it sells, | | | | suspension travel, minimalistic body work and |
| and that they give each bike a check over before | | | | frames, and knobby tires. |
| sale and replace parts as needed. Honda and | | | | Adventure/ Touring Dual Sports Bikes: These |
| Kawasaki bikes are generally the least inexpensive | | | | rugged dirt bikes are preferred by long distance |
| types to purchase used. | | | | riders and feature upright postures designed for |
| If you must buy a new motorcycle, you should | | | | lengthy rides, as well as lots and lots of |
| know that any reputable motorcycle dealer will | | | | suspension travel. |
| generally stock new bikes, and most of these | | | | Scooters. these are small motorcycles with engine |
| dealers specialize in (Harley Davidson, Buell) or two | | | | sizes as little as 50cc and are inspired primarily by |
| brands of bikes (like a Yamaha/Suzuki). Also | | | | Italian made Vespas. |
| some will have the major Japanese brands) and | | | | Sport Bikes. These are designed for performance |
| European bikes on display. Visit a few dealers to | | | | purposes only, and usually require arms forward |
| learn the types of motorcycles that each one | | | | riding posture, tight handling, and powerful engines. |
| sells, and feel free to examine each bike closely. | | | | Trials Bikes. These are specialized completion bikes |
| Dont forget that you must also factor in the cost | | | | tailor made for specific trail events, during which |
| of maintenance, even though most new bikes do | | | | motorcycles are maneuvered around off-road or |
| come with limited warranties. | | | | man made obstacles, and riders are penalized in |
| FAQ) What are some different types of | | | | the event that their feet touch the ground. |
| motorcycles? | | | | Regardless of the type of bike you choose, be |
| A) There are many different types of | | | | sure that you select one that you are excited to |
| motorcycles, each one designed for a different | | | | ride. Many people purchase motorcycles on |
| purpose. Here are some of the more common | | | | impulse and ride them only a few times, but by |
| types | | | | putting good planning and careful thought into your |
| Choppers. These types of bikes, made famous | | | | motorcycle purchase, you can make sure that |
| via film, have very raked forks, showy chrome, | | | | you arent one of them. |