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Are you ready for your second motorcycle?

Read on to see if you’re ready for a second steed in the stable.

EJ Punsalang EJ Punsalang on Feb 18, 2021
Are you ready for your second motorcycle?

Getting into the motorcycle lifestyle can be very addicting. Perhaps you’ve started on a small displacement motorcycle, and are now looking forward to upgrading to a larger capacity machine. Or perhaps, you are a big bike aficionado looking to expand your collection of motorcycles to include yet another big bike. There are indeed quite a number of things to consider before pulling the trigger on your second motorcycle. Here are a few things to keep in mind in order to determine whether or not you are indeed ready for another steed in your stable

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Do you have the budget?

One of the biggest factors to consider when deciding whether or not to buy another motorcycle is your financial capability. It comes as no surprise to anybody that motorcycling is a very expensive hobby. It’s expensive enough if you are into modifying your low displacement scooter or underbone motorcycle. However, the costs tend to increase exponentially when you start venturing into big bike territory. 

All that being said, it is important to ensure that your finances do not take a major hit when it comes to purchasing a new motorcycle. As is the case with most people out there, we all lead lives outside of motorcycling, and it is important to make sure that we are not sacrificing our overall quality of life just for a hobby. Additionally, it is all too easy to become enticed with the attractive financing schemes of multiple motorcycle dealerships. However, it is important to take into account the long-term financial toll these financing schemes can take on your bank account.

Do you have the time?

Are you ready for your second motorcycle?

Yet another thing to consider if you’re in the market for your second motorcycle is whether or not you actually have the time to get out there and ride. There are few things worse than a motorcycle left sitting for months on end. Leaving a motorcycle in your garage for an extended period of time can cause quite a few mechanical issues to creep up on your beloved machine. Of course, getting a second motorcycle will entail a big financial commitment on your end, and it’s always best to ensure you get your money’s worth.

Whether or not you have the time to go on leisurely rides can also be a deciding factor when it comes to what kind of motorcycle you are considering as your second bike. If you find yourself frequently traveling long distances on the highway, then it would make sense for you to get an expressway legal big bike. However if you frequently traverse the congested streets of the metro, then maybe a scooter or low displacement motorcycle will do the trick for you.

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Do you have the garage space?

Surprising as it may seem, motorcycles too, need a place they can call home. More often than not motorcycles do not like living outdoors exposed to the elements. Prolonged exposure to sun, rain, and dirt can cause quite a few problems with the mechanical components of your motorcycle—not to mention significant wear and tear of the paint finish. All that being said, it would be ideal to have a covered garage for your motorcycles.

Keeping your motorcycles in a covered garage also reduces the risk of prying eyes taking interest in your pride and joy. It is not uncommon for thieves to go after motorcycles which have been left out in the open overnight. As mentioned above, buying a motorcycle requires quite a hefty financial commitment, so we must do what we can to ensure our prized possession is kept safe.

Do you have the skills?

Are you ready for your second motorcycle?

Riding a motorcycle is a rather simple and basic skill. However as you expand your repertoire of motorcycles in your collection, chances are you will have quite a few different types of motorcycles. Now, riding a sportbike is significantly different from piloting a cruiser. Likewise, using a manual transmission machine requires a lot more finesse and skill as opposed to that of an automatic scooter. As such it is important to develop and hone your riding skills depending on the kind of motorcycle you are eyeing. 

If you are coming from a scooter or a low displacement motorcycle, and are looking forward to upgrading into a big bike, the difference in riding characteristics of the two bikes will be drastic to say the least. Now, if you find yourself intimidated by the thought of piloting a big bike, there are several riding courses that you can take which are geared towards developing safe and practical techniques in piloting these heavyweight machines.

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What to look out for when buying a second hand motorcycle

Now that you’ve got all these things covered, it’s all just a matter of heading to your nearest motorcycle dealership and picking up your brand spanking new motorcycle. Now, if you are looking at the secondhand market for your next steed, we’ve written a guide that will help you make sure you get the best possible deal in the used market.

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