For those who are a fond of adventure, exploring hilly terrains on a Mountain bike might prove to be interesting. There are chances of getting these bikes on a sale. Don't forget that you are looking at a secondhand vehicle. There are certain things you should compulsorily check out. Don't fall for the attractive price tag, base your decision on a complete check up of the bike on sale and also it's comparison with similar ones.
The first thing you must enquire is why the bike is put for sale. Compare the price of this bike to those at other shops. If the price is too cheap maybe there is something defective in the bike.
Do remember to enquire year of manufacture of the vehicle, the working condition of the e, its former performance. Check out whether the price is reasonable by evaluating similar bikes in the market. You should try and get detailed information by contacting the former owner about the bike's performance. It is always good to enquire why the concerned person is selling the vehicle. You should also ask him how regularly he used it. Enquire whether the bike has undergone any frame repairs and also detailed queries regarding the upkeep and servicing the vehicle. You should surely take a test drive before planning to buy it.
Now let us get down to the examination of the durability of the bike Look into the chain ring and the condition of the Sprocket teeth. Examine whether these teeth are sharp. Sharp teeth are proof that they have been really worn out. Also check whether the gears are in good shape.
Ask the owner to see if regular servicing and maintenance have been carried out. Also look into the wear and tear of the bike.
Coming to the wear and tear of the bike, you need to check a few things like:The chain rings, see if the sprocket teeth are sharp. If they are sharp, it's an indication that they are worn out. Check if the gears are sluggish; specially the ones which are commonly used. Gears may slip if much pressure on applied on the pedals. Check the wheels, if they are bent or not straight. Don't forget to look for cracks, specially the areas that take the maximum pressure.
Enquire about the warranty of the bike. If there is more than one bike on sale, try to buy the one with a reputed brand name. Finally, when you've checked all the recommended factors, you can only keep your fingers crossed that you'll make a wise decision and end up with a sound bike which will last for a long time! - 30330
The first thing you must enquire is why the bike is put for sale. Compare the price of this bike to those at other shops. If the price is too cheap maybe there is something defective in the bike.
Do remember to enquire year of manufacture of the vehicle, the working condition of the e, its former performance. Check out whether the price is reasonable by evaluating similar bikes in the market. You should try and get detailed information by contacting the former owner about the bike's performance. It is always good to enquire why the concerned person is selling the vehicle. You should also ask him how regularly he used it. Enquire whether the bike has undergone any frame repairs and also detailed queries regarding the upkeep and servicing the vehicle. You should surely take a test drive before planning to buy it.
Now let us get down to the examination of the durability of the bike Look into the chain ring and the condition of the Sprocket teeth. Examine whether these teeth are sharp. Sharp teeth are proof that they have been really worn out. Also check whether the gears are in good shape.
Ask the owner to see if regular servicing and maintenance have been carried out. Also look into the wear and tear of the bike.
Coming to the wear and tear of the bike, you need to check a few things like:The chain rings, see if the sprocket teeth are sharp. If they are sharp, it's an indication that they are worn out. Check if the gears are sluggish; specially the ones which are commonly used. Gears may slip if much pressure on applied on the pedals. Check the wheels, if they are bent or not straight. Don't forget to look for cracks, specially the areas that take the maximum pressure.
Enquire about the warranty of the bike. If there is more than one bike on sale, try to buy the one with a reputed brand name. Finally, when you've checked all the recommended factors, you can only keep your fingers crossed that you'll make a wise decision and end up with a sound bike which will last for a long time! - 30330
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