Used Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles For Sale in Portsmouth, VA

If you look at the used motorcycle market, you’ll find plenty of amazing models that have plenty of good rides left in them. Unfortunately, the reverse is sometimes true, with some models being so beat up and old that they might be better candidates for the scrap heap. Luckily, a quick and easy inspection can tell you a lot about a used motorcycle’s overall condition. This guide from District Harley-Davidson® can help walk you through the basics of inspecting a used motorcycle.
 

Start by looking over the used motorcycle’s exterior. While dings, dents, and scratches aren’t cause for alarm in and of themselves, they can tell you a lot about how often and how hard the used motorcycle has fallen. You should also check for tire alignment. Misaligned tires often mean that a used motorcycle has been in a crash at some point.
 

Your next step will be to check out the used motorcycle’s internal components. There’s a lot to inspect, including the nuts, bolts, valves, brakes, rotors, drain plugs, injectors, carburetors, tires, chains, and throttle bodies. Be patient, and look for signs of misalignment and corrosion. If things don’t look right inside a used motorcycle, that often means that the bike hasn’t been properly maintained.
 

You should also take a look at the used motorcycle’s basic systems. For example, make sure that the fuel tank is free of metal flakes and discolored fuel. The cooling system should be fully functional. Don’t forget to give the used motorcycle’s air filter and spark plug a once-over as well. 

Shop our inventory of used motorcycles at Bayside Harley-Davidson®. Our dealership in Portsmouth, Virginia allows convenient access to communities like Richmond and Chesapeake, Virginia. We also offer motorcycle parts, servicing, financing, and trade-ins. We hope you’ll come visit us online or at our dealership!