Used Motorcycle Checklist — Buying A

Look for deep scratches or "ground down" metal on the ends of the handlebars, levers, and footpegs.

Test every single light—blinkers, high beams, brake light (using both the hand and foot controls), and the horn. 4. The Test Ride buying a used motorcycle checklist

Does the clutch slip? Does the bike "click" into gear smoothly, or is it clunky? Look for deep scratches or "ground down" metal

Check the oil (shouldn't look like chocolate milk or be pitch black) and coolant (if applicable). Check the brake fluid—it should be translucent, not dark brown. and footpegs. Test every single light—blinkers

Open the gas cap and look inside with a flashlight. Look for rust or scaling. 3. The Physical Walkaround

Check the thickness of the pads and look for scoring on the rotors.