5 Reasons to Have Your For-Sale Bike Inspected

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Selling a motorcycle can be an overwhelming process. Are you looking for the most money? A fast sale? If you are, a pre-sale inspection could help. Having an inspection of your for-sale motorcycle performed can provide you, the seller, as well as potential buyers, upfront information about the condition of the bike. Cycle Trader Assurance powered by Lemon Squad allows private sellers to order pre-purchase inspections of their motorcycles when they list their unit on CycleTrader.com. To fully understand the benefits of this service, Cycle Trader has put together five reasons to have your for-sale bike inspected.

1. It’s Quick and Convenient

Save time by not having to bring your motorcycle to a mechanic or dealership to perform the inspection. A pre-sale inspection from Cycle Trader Assurance brings an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)-certified Lemon Squad inspector directly to you for an on-site inspection. The thorough inspection covers both the mechanical and cosmetic condition of your bike, and an inspection report is sent through a digital dashboard that is typically available the following business day.

2. It Helps You Figure Out the Value

If you’re unsure of how to price your for-sale motorcycle, a full inspection can uncover damage or issues that can affect its value. If you find any problems during the inspection, you may decide to lower the price of the bike or determine if it’s worth paying for the repair. On the other hand, you can use positive results from an inspection to increase the value of your motorcycle, making a note of it in your listing description.

3. It Makes Your Listing More Attractive

In a populated online marketplace, it’s important for your listing to stand out and attract shoppers faster. Motorcycles inspected by Cycle Trader Assurance will receive a certified Cycle Trader Inspection Badge on their listing. This lets prospective buyers know that, as a seller, you can provide a complete inspection report. The inspection badge will catch the eye of interested customers on CycleTrader.com.

4. It Builds Buyer’s Confidence

Prospective buyers are more likely to pursue a listing and make a purchase knowing that the bike has already been inspected by a trusted third party. The inspection report that shoppers can request includes the following information from Lemon Squad:

Comprehensive examination of the exterior and interior
Complete mechanical inspection
Tire and wheel condition
Road test
Over 40 high-quality photos

Since shopping for a motorcycle online has become more popular, shoppers have developed understandable concerns about the quality of the units they’re browsing. Getting a detailed pre-sale inspection acts as a gesture of goodwill, making potential buyers feel more informed and confident about their purchase decision and increasing the likelihood that they’ll buy your bike.

5. It Helps Expedite a Sale

Speed up the selling process by cutting out some of the back and forth between sellers and buyers. If you’ve already completed an inspection of your motorcycle, you’ll be able to say with certainty that your unit is in great condition, or be able to address any issues upfront with a potential buyer. With less negotiation, you can make a faster sale and turn your used bike into profit.

You’ve enjoyed your time with your motorcycle, but now it’s time to pass it along to a new rider and make some money in the process. Getting an inspection on your for-sale bike is a fast and easy way to determine the cost of your unit and make prospective buyers feel more confident in purchasing your motorcycle, which can lead to a quicker sale.

Cycle Trader Assurance powered by Lemon Squad is currently available to private sellers nationwide who list their bikes on CycleTrader.com. To learn more about selling a motorcycle on Cycle Trader, check out our step-by-step article.