The easiest way by far to NOT get scammed, is to value the person you're buying from more than the bike. If the person seems 100% genuine (trust your instincts, it took millions of years to develop them), go for that bike. If the person seems slightly off even if you cant figure out why or what it is, dont buy that bike. You can absolutely sense when someone is trying to hide something, even if THEY think they're an oscar winning actor. They never are.

This is the the best fcking video on motorcycles that I have EVER seen. Dude, I had paper out and was taking notes! I'm actually going out this afternoon to look at buying my first bike (and it's off of Craigslist). Thanks a lot for all of the great info!! Subscribed.

@56Ace.

7 жыл бұрын

thunternsf how did it go? What bike did you get?

@icantfindausernamify

7 жыл бұрын

rip thunternsf

@austin_94gt18

7 жыл бұрын

thunternsf me too!! Really knowledgeable guy.

@RootTheCoop87

7 жыл бұрын

Same here, I'm trying to get this 2005 Hayabusa that I saw on there for 4k or a 2006 Gsxr 600 I saw for 3.2k.

@tommytibble6067

6 жыл бұрын

thunternsf What do I do with the title? Am i supposed to write my name somewhere?

First step make sure the vin number matches the tittle then do your inspection or you are wasting your time.. also bring a buddy with you to avoid getting robbed .. just saying

Can definitely tell you watch CycleCruza. So many times you wanted to say "Set you up for a fucked up day" Got me laughing lol.

Best how to video hands down. This video is so helpful and covers a lot for someone how doesn't know a lot about motorcycles. And yes I am going to be that one person taking a note pad and checking off on everything you hit.

@greymatasplata

6 жыл бұрын

Othon Zamarripa I'll help you the best I can but at the end of the day this was a video about how to buy a motorcycle off Craigslist and not maintain one that you already own obviously upon buying a bike you don't know what was done when so I recommend just doing all those as soon as you buy the bike it wouldn't hurt anything or do it slowly as you can you know oil and coolant being the first to

Did it take anyone else 5 minutes to realize the bike is in his fucking house.

@MrMrilikepie1234

7 жыл бұрын

What's wrong with that?

@68camarorsss33

7 жыл бұрын

Alex Crane and your point is???

@kebrab95

7 жыл бұрын

Alex Crane it's so it's not easily stolen

@AirelonTrading

7 жыл бұрын

I'm with ya. Didn't realize till I read your comment

@dixoncider7256

7 жыл бұрын

I like it. Best place to keep it.

"..that chain snaps and locks up your rear wheel at 100 you're gonna be sliding and having a fucked day"... LOL!

@ocortes007

7 жыл бұрын

Mudder Fukker 😂 and here i thought chain slack was to allow my rear suspension to do its job.

@Eggsr2bcrushed

6 жыл бұрын

If you don't hit anything, just slide to a stop, you will probably be fine if you are wearing good armored gear.

best thing to do when you buy your 1st bike off CL is to do what i did and i went to my local motorcycle dealer/mechanic. went to the mechanic and said "hey im buying a bike off of CL and i need a pro to look at it if you could come after your shift I'll throw you some money" 99.9% they will say yes especially if you pay them good. i gave him $100 bucks and he did it...BEST ROUTE TO GO

@deathactual1745

7 жыл бұрын

Aye Yall Finish Or Yall Done or meet at the shop and throw him $20-$50

@goldenTym

7 жыл бұрын

I always thought about doing a thing where it's like "Hey man I love the bike, but I want to get it checked out. SSB near me does inspections for 60 bucks. Can we drive over there and I'll pay for the cost. If it's as good of shape as you say it is I'll take it today, if they come back and say it needs 300 in maintenance I'm taking that off the price" I've even thought about saying (only to the guys that say "my bike is perfect shape") "OK, Love it, if its in as good of shape as you say it is lets take it and you pay the 60 for the inspection, if it's perfect/near perfect I'll add that 60 back in so you aren't out any money and take it today" if they say yes and are confident in their bike, good on em.. if they are like "No way I'm not doing that" Ok... so then your bike really isn't in as good of shape as you say it is

@goldenTym

7 жыл бұрын

Admittedly, I also bought my last car off craigslist without even sitting in the thing. Looked at it for 10 minutes in a parking lot. First time I drove it we were at the guys bank and I was dropping him off at the Lexus dealership after the transfer.. so so so stupid. But trusted my gut and the guy. His parents worked at the dealership so had all maintenece done there, looked it up. Only thing I've had to do was a new battery (Toyota TrueStars CCA's are crap here in Minnesota -30 week long winter bursts) and a headlight bulb.

@WICKEDGIXXERL

2 жыл бұрын

Mechanic said to himself this bike will be at my shop in a month.. Job security...

Scared to buy used now. Jeez. Thanks for the thoroughness.

@thegatesofsleep

6 жыл бұрын

Ryan Stanberry I’d be more scared buying from a rip off dealer...

BEST "how to buy a bike" video I have seen yet. Everyone else doesn't cover nearly as many points as this video and they just say look here or look there but never tell you what exactly to look for. Get out your note pad and take notes on this one! Good job!

thank you for this video, I love how you showed each step while explaining it, I'm going to look at some bikes soon so this was so helpful

Dude, is that a Yamaha?

@icefire5555

7 жыл бұрын

18:23 Lol nope, he just likes yamaha Stickers...

@greymatasplata

7 жыл бұрын

Im not sure, i need to peel off those stickers and have a look.

@NorthFloridaMan

7 жыл бұрын

Its a Honda Civic

@ragecage2011

7 жыл бұрын

Eric Piekkola LOLOL i was thinking THAT myself um dood it was sarcasm duh

@goodboyringo9716

6 жыл бұрын

No, its a f250

GREAT VIDEO for noob bike buying used! Buying my first bike this weekend and this video REALLY gave me that core guide at what to look for.

Best video I've seen in a long time! Dually and RZR rider myself, but looking to get a sport bike myself. Thanks for producing.

Your a wonderful person for posting this video !!! I really enjoyed learning from you thank you so much ... I have been on dirt bikes but have always wanted to ride street, but honestly I know nothing about them . Thank you again I really enjoyed this please post more . Maybe beginner riding tips etc . Great job !!!

Excellent advise. Tire age is just as important as tread wear. Sport bike tires start to dry out after 5 years... and NO TIRE SHINE!

Thanks for the advice man. Exactly what I was wanting to know. I really appreciate it.

hey just wanted to say thanks for this video. was real helpful and informative. Will help me in the future for sure so thanks again man!

I can't wait to move out so I can park my motorcycle in my house 😂

@scottww6057

6 жыл бұрын

Not a good idea, gas fumes! fumes are more explosive that the gas itself. Even an empty or next empty tank is dangerous in so many ways!

@yourfather5324

5 жыл бұрын

Brap Genius best part about living alone

@yourfather5324

5 жыл бұрын

sonny w why would you turn the bike on in the house? If you wanna get it out you put it in neutral or hold on the clutch and roll it out

@JamieBennett1983

3 жыл бұрын

Im going to lol

For those who find this video informative, it is. He covers most things well. That said, I feel like two important tips were left out of the pre test-ride inspection. - Before - you go on that test ride, check the tires air pressure and look for weather checking, cupping, or other tire wear abnormalities. These are clues. Secondly, use your flashlight to get a good look at brake pads, (especially the front), the inside ones can be difficult to see. While you're looking there, check for signs of leaking fluid from the brake calipers and examine the rotors for heat checking/blueing, grooves, warpage. Give the front brake lever a pull to see if it feels firm. If things check out - Then - start it up and go for that test ride. That's what's gonna save your ass out there on the road. ;)

first video I watched from you. subscribed within 3 minutes. amazing info.

this video was very helpful I watched it last night and I bought a bike thanks for all the help

U done a we'll job young man I'm taking notes as u got I'm looking to purchase my first street bike in 1 month. Heads up on that mileage information Thanks.

Much appreciated and very insightful! In the process of searching for my 1st street bike.

@roadtoad3484

7 жыл бұрын

3500 to 4500 and no more then 5k.

@stbeverly

7 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it. That's what I had planned.

I had an 02 r6 that had a cracked frame right where the factory weld is.

Thanks for the video, I'm looking to buy my first bike soon and this will really help.

I had this exact bike and it was the biggest nightmare. I had to change the r/r and stator 4 times and the battery 3 times. I also had a problem with the carbs and it not having enough power. the bike lived at the mechanics. but the final problem was when I was riding and the front sprocket came off and was slingshotted in the motor case. This caused all my oil to shoot out and Im not sure how I didn't crash because my whole back tire was covered. The good news was Yamaha covered the cost because there was a recall on the sprocket nut. I would call your yamaha dealer and run your vin to see if it was fixed or not.

I wish i saw this damn video before i got my bike luckily i got lucky . Very informative video .

Tip 1 is crucial, when i bought my first bike (dirt bike) i didn't check the frame and later on i looked and it had a crack in it. I now kinda know how to weld still gotta practice more but it's a pain in the ass having to weld the bike.

can you leave the link to the fairings set you got thanks

Good job on video 4 folks looking 4 a used bike that r inexperienced. Also try 2 get a friend that knows bikes 2 come along with you to view bike/ RIDE ON!!!

Thanks for the look out

Only things I would add is pop the seats look for wiring add ons, sloppy connections, cut wires etc. rubber under fender sign of burn out not a deal killer but a sign of how well it was taken care of. Ask if they did maintenance themselves or took it to a shop. If they did it themselves ask what type of chain cleaner and lube they use if they can’t tell you they probably have not cleaned, lubed it. What type of oil, antifreeze they use. If they stub.e they a full of BS. If levers, bar ends or new may be a sign it was dropped. Check air filter if you are really planning on buying it, has it been changed or cleaned if K&N. And finally get a report (like car facts but for bikes), will show how many owners. Also based on gear they have will kind of tell how responsible they are, more responsible possibly took better care of it.

thanks for the tips man really helpful 👌🏼👌🏼

If you not a motorbike technician, its really hard for a user to choose a good bike unless you bring them along when buying.. Drop or crash well repaired also depend on the selling value.. Normally those user seriously wanna sell off the bike will already do fully paint, some changes for those wear & tears with full overhaul.. The most important was to test ride the machine with different speed to heard the internal engine.. In the end, if you are just a user you got try luck on used machine cause nothing major you can check if you don't push the bike to proper motorbike shop you know..

very helpful great list of things to look for.. much much appreciated

Incredibly good how-to checklist video

the first thing i check is the compression or does the motor matter and what about the muffler bearing

Tanks for the info bin looking for a couple hours for something that is helpful 🏍

your bike is awsome bro realy looks clean and knew and u seem to know every thing like if i was to get a bike i would want u to come with to tell me if this bike is worth it.

My seller said the bike had a tree fall on it. Once I took the fairings off it had been crashed a few times.

obv i couldnt tell what the texture was. but the fork seal oil was brake dust???

great help thanks a lot funny part when u looked at ur dog while asking where is ur keys

This helped a lot man thankyou very much👍🏼

I’m thinking about riding again after 10yrs , looking at a GSXR 600 @ 20Gs on clock or GSX 650F @ 15Gs on clock each @ $3000 , Seems that GSX 650F is more bang for buck I guess ..

Great video, lots of good information. Thanks

can u tell me the front piece mods name? the front like where the head lights are idk what thats called but urs looks nice. also the year

dude you forgot about the muffler bearing wow how did i ever get a good bike without your advice

sorry I'm new in only 15 and was looking for a sport bike or dual sport is the checking the bike the same

You sure its fork seal oil and not brake dust? Also you can change your tire yourself with tire spoons it's crazy simple just a bit of a workout and balancing isn't an issue if you use balancing beads!

some bikes (mostly older types) have the gears and breakside switched around ;) just to let you know...

Very good. I’m in the process I found a 07 GSXR 600 with 17k miles for 4999?

Where's the suzuki ? In the bathroom ?

What a badass looking bike. Damn that's nice.

Awesome a lot of good info thanks for sharing ....

alright man, how long till we should change our oil - how long till should we change our coolant - how long till should we change our brake fluid-how long till we should change our spark plugs-how long till we change our air filter-please reply back asap, thanks for your time

Do I need to do that for a Kawasaki 650 with only 1.5 k miles on it

What year is your bike and how much they run for? Nice bike!

Could you get the cracks welded up by a professional welder?

@michaelhousewirth4400

6 жыл бұрын

Numberless Oats since ive welded together everything from racing go carts to midget sprint car frames all i have to say is yes but be careful the bike could develope a crack elsewhere on the frame and welding one without the other is like priming a mouse trap

thanks for the video guy! :)

this video is super helpful... thanks

Also who makes your bike?

Great ideas man!

Also if youre buying a Yamaha, they have codes that you can look up and see if the eletrical is good. Im sure you can do it on other makers, but Ive owned yamahas all my life lol. Speaking of electrical make sure all the turn signals, headlights and tailights. Look for oem, good, wiring and not Mickey Mouse type shit wiring. Look at the brakepads as well.

REALLY APPRECIATE THE KNOWLEDGE

Tires have date codes on them, suggest replacement is 6 years. check your dates you could have tires that look new, but are 15 years old. they need to be replaced.

How about if theike has been repainted?

awesome vid!! thank you

I wanted to know is it easy to tighten the chain? I have the same exact bike & my mechanics aren't hitting me back & I wanna learn how to do it because it seems very simple

@TheLe016

7 жыл бұрын

It is very easy

@RIOBRAW

7 жыл бұрын

TheLe016 thanks for the response man! Another question is it possible to do it while it's on the kick stand cause at the moment I don't have the stands that hold the bike straight up & wheels off the ground

Can anybody tell me what year is that bike please

$100 to mount hypersport tire 😂 dude you got ripped off.

@kyngcryda3683

7 жыл бұрын

oscorp I paid $50 to get minez mounted. #Bank! #KyngcRyda

@ernestocastellanos6446

7 жыл бұрын

Kyng C Ryda I pay $15/tire

@haohyou12

6 жыл бұрын

oscorp my mechanic paid me for the privilege of mounting my tires lolololololllllooolloloololololo"olollollo

Has the bike on two stands and still has the kick stand down. That shyt drive me crazy.

How about if the bike has been repainted

is that a honda cbr?

good video, thanks learn alot:)

BEAUTIFUL BIKE MY MAN! :D

@greymatasplata

7 жыл бұрын

Ty kind sir.

@BillionaireMinds777

6 жыл бұрын

Yea I think its a Honda mate

Just because the bike was dropped it dont mean nothing. Ive dropped my cbr and it is in tip top working order. Perfect mechanical condition. Depends on how hard and was the frame bent.

so if i go to look at a bike if its on standsbuy it right lol

Great Video Brother! Diffinitly Subbed

@greymatasplata

8 жыл бұрын

+Amazethebum thanks bro, let me know what else you interested in seeing, or hearing about, shit, since you and the rest of my subs make this channel, might as well get what you want from it.

@Brokevwap

8 жыл бұрын

+2WheelAddict awesome! my suggestions would be cleaning leather gear, R6 radiator fluid flush, Top 10 stuff to get (gear or mods)

@greymatasplata

8 жыл бұрын

+Amazethebum Thanks for the suggestions. I appreciate it. Ill tackle the top ten lists first. Give me a few days. Have a good one. Btw, do you ride?

@Brokevwap

8 жыл бұрын

+2WheelAddict No Problem, yeah i do i ride a Suzuki gsx600 i post videos on my instagram ( @Amazethebum ) so i dont get copyrighted on youtube. i got to buy a new mic adapter for my gopro then ill post on youtube

look for aftermarket fairings, if the bike has them that means it was probably crashed.

I also took notes

Your chain looks too tight to me. Have a buddy sit on your bike and check it again.

@billytousey7616

7 жыл бұрын

Dar Tice man did you notice he forgot the sprocket

@treynathaniel4075

6 жыл бұрын

Lol,it isn't. iT'S A 600 you shouldn't be torquing/high speed riding with a passenger on a 600. Not designed for passengers in mind. So it will tighten up the chain but don't be dumb about it.

I wish I could get fork seals changed for $200. More like $100 for seals and wipers and another $300-$400 for labor is what the stealership charges.

@dr.doeslittle4957

6 жыл бұрын

AKEK 07 i got lucky and have a machanic thats a great friend. I have a klr ive been slowly rebuilding with him and after countless hours of work and learning hes charged me less then 10-15 an hour. Get more hands on and have someone teach you as you go. Ive paid far more in parts then i did in labor. Damn oem prices... Bike will damn near be a complete rebuild by the time were done. Doo hickie, fork seals, trail tech speedo/cluster, repainting all plastics, balancer shaft, chain guides, all new gaskets and some O rings, sprockets/chain... At a local machinist getting valves checked and getting set up for a 685 kit...

Nice vid, thank you

good vid but that wasnt a indicator for busted fork seals that was brake dust and road grime

@greymatasplata

7 жыл бұрын

Thats brake dust stuck to the fork seal oil.

@BlockCylinder

7 жыл бұрын

My bicycle fork is dirtier than that.

@treynathaniel4075

6 жыл бұрын

You can cruise,stupid idea, but you can cruise on leaking seals for quite awhile. The degree of the leak may or mat not "puddle". Anyone with some sort of experience can tell the difference between oil and dirt/dust. Even when mixed together.

6:40 thats break dust fam

@jjbing3

4 жыл бұрын

2Gunz Performance I was thinking the same thing. 🤦🏾‍♂️

Great looking r6

@tylerebbott5066

6 жыл бұрын

Tim Barry it ain't a r6 he just has a bunch of Yamaha stickers LOL

where to buy one

Bro can you make a checklist?

Good pointers man

are you from Australia?

Frame sliders can cause way more damage than they prevent

Thank you sir

very informative

Knock something off for no rear view mirrors also lmao. And ticks? Some motorcycles like mine “ Suzuki tl1000s” ticking is normal. Now if it doesn’t tick, be worried!

Thank you!

!!!dude you are the best

A reasonable seller should already take into account any flaws and mechanical issues when deciding on a selling price. However many sellers have a ridiculously high asking price and are hoping to find some idiot that might give them what they are asking for it.

Cheers mate.

is that a Honda?