How to Buy Your Second Harley-Davidson® Motorcycle
Getting your second Harley-Davidson is a different experience from buying your first bike. All those "beginner's buying tips” articles will be mostly irrelevant to you since you are an experienced rider who has spent hours conquering the open road. That's why we created the following guide with second-time buyers in mind. It covers strategies to finding the perfect Harley-Davidson motorcycle for your needs. When you are ready to visit a Harley-Davidson dealer, head over to Biggs Harley-Davidson. We offer a range of motorcycles for sale and are located in San Marcos, California. We also serve those in San Diego and Oceanside, California.
1. Use Your New Knowledge
The first time you buy a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, it can be hard getting a good fit. After all, you haven't been living the motorcycle lifestyle yet so it is hard to know what features will matter most to you. Maybe you prioritized comfort thinking you'd embark on endurance rides and ended up only doing short rides throughout the city. Maybe you got a model that is capable of riding on trails as well as the highway, but you never took it into the woods. It's tough to get the right match for a lifestyle you haven't experienced yet.
The second time you look at motorcycles for sale, you will have an established sense of what you need. You'll know whether you should prioritize comfort for long rides or agility for adrenaline fueled rides. Before you visit a Harley-Davidson dealer, think about what is missing from your motorcycle lifestyle and how a new bike can fix that.
2. Reflect On Your Experience Level
Beginner rides inevitably have to look at different motorcycles for sale then experienced riders. But now that you've gained experience, you can get a Harley-Davidson with a higher power potential. You may also want to consider a model that is heavier. These are hard for newbies to control, but more experienced riders can benefit from their increased stability.
3. Decide Whether to Replace or Supplement
One key decision to make is whether you want to replace your current Harley-Davidson motorcycle or whether you want to supplement it. If you are replacing your motorcycle, make sure the new model is versatile enough to fulfill your riding needs. Odds are, you will simply need a bike that better fits your new skills. You may want some extra features, such as the ability to handle a passenger so that you can bring a friend on your ride.
If you are supplementing your current bike, then you will want to avoid overlap as much as possible. You don't need two motorcycles designed for exhilarating city riding. Instead, focus on getting a different type of bike. Maybe your first model is a fuel-efficient and comfortable motorcycle that you use to get to work each day. For your second bike, you can get a high-powered cruiser designed for adrenaline rushes and leaving other motorists far behind eating your dust.
One advantage of supplementing your current motorcycle is you get more freedom to get a more specialized bike. When you buy your first motorcycle, you need something that is general purpose. But your second bike can be more unique since you still have another model for riding around town. Maybe you get a sports motorcycle so you can try your hand at competitions. Maybe you get a vintage model to add to your collection. Your first bike can be a practical choice while your second motorcycle can be a more "fun" purchase.
Ready to explore motorcycles for sale? Head over to Biggs Harley-Davidson for a variety of options. If you aren't sure which model best suits you, our expert staff can help. Tell us your budget and how you will use the bike, then we can suggest compatible models. We are a Harley-Davidson dealer located in San Marcos, California, and we also serve those in Oceanside and San Diego.