Used Dual Sport Motorcycles For Sale in Grand Rapids, MI
Need a versatile bike that can handle both off-road and street terrain? Then head over to BMW Motorcycles of Grand Rapids and check out our selection of used dual sport motorcycles for sale. We are located in Grand Rapids, MI near Muskegon and Holland & are proud to be your local used BMW dual sport motorcycle dealer!
Tips For Buying A Used Dual Sport Motorcycle
There are many reasons to invest in a used dual sport motorcycle, apart from more options at a lower price range. If you’re hoping to have some adventures on it, you won’t feel too bad when it gets some dings and scratches and if you trade it in, you’ll have less depreciation than a new bike. With a little forethought and diligence, you can end up getting the bargain of your life.
We’ve listed some things to keep in mind when buying a used dual sport bike. For more information or to purchase a pre-owned dual sport bike, come to BMW of Grand Rapids. We welcome all bike enthusiasts from Lansing, Kalamazoo, Muskegon and Holland, Michigan.
Outer Appearance
Before you delve into the nitty gritty of things, take a good look at the bike. Are the front and rear wheels in alignment? If not, it probably means the bike had a big crash. Any dings and dents will show that the bike has fallen a number of times, while long and deep scratches and stress cracks in the weld means the bike went down hard.
Maintenance Marks
Now move in for a closer inspection of the nuts & bolts, valves, brakes, etc. Are these well-maintained or are they gouged and not well-placed? Improperly adjusted parts are good indicators of a bike in a bad condition leading to poor performance.
Get Down And Dirty
Open the fuel tank and examine the insides; there should be no metal flakes. The fuel shouldn’t be black, brown or have white streaks in it. Check the coolant and make sure it’s fresh. Have a look at the air filter and the spark plug to make sure they’re in a good state.
Mileage Check
Mileage can be a good indicator of how much the dual sport motorcycle has been used, but it should be seen in the context of the model you’re looking at. A 250cc bike with 50,000 miles is less desirable than a 1200cc with the same mileage. Research the models you’re looking at so you know which number means you’re looking at an over-the-hill bike.
Dual sport motorcycles are great for unleashing the adrenaline junkie in you. To have a worry-free experience buying a used dual sport bike, come and look at our collection in Grand Rapids, Michigan.