5 Things That Students Should Know Before Buying A Motorcycle

These are things that students have to take into consideration before buying a motorcycle for their own personal use.

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Motorcycles have become a mode of transportation that is synonymous for the majority of Malaysians. Motorcycles become the choice of many because of its low maintenance costs compared to a car, shorter travel time because you are able to avoid being stuck in traffic, and ease of parking. Motorcycles have really become the ultimate choice for those who live in a busy area or somewhere that is hard to find parking.

Nowadays, a lot of students have also chosen to ride a motorcycle to school because it could make their daily routine easier to go to school, go to training, or go to tuition classes. However, there are still some things that students have to take note of before making the decision to buy a motorcycle, so here are the 5 things that students should know when buying a motorcycle.

1. Do Not Just Follow Trends

When choosing a motorcycle you want to buy, make sure to buy based on your own decision. Don’t buy based on what motorcycle is currently “hot” on the market or what motorcycle friends are using. Sometimes the bike that your friends are using is not suitable for you. Buying a motorcycle is not just to look “cool”, but have to take into consideration as well as what are your needs for that motorcycle, what is your budget, and your lifestyle.

Make sure to think thoroughly and take into consideration all of the factors before making a decision, because you don’t want to end up buying a motorcycle that is not suitable for you. Among the motorcycles that we suggest for students are the Y15, LC V8, Honda Vario, or the Honda Dash. They are stylish, practical, and also have affordable maintenance costs. So choose a motorcycle based on what you want and what you need, because at the end of the day, you will be using the motorcycle.

2. Calculate The Monthly Costs, Not Just The Monthly Payment

A lot of people often overlook this matter. A lot of people just include the monthly payment when they are doing their monthly budgeting, when in reality that is not the only thing they have to factor in. Costs such as maintenance, fuel, road tax,insurance, and many other factors have to be taken into consideration as well. These should be inserted in your calculation to always be prepared when owning a motorcycle.

So when doing your monthly budgeting about the motorcycle that you want to buy, don’t just take the monthly payment, take the overall cost of owning a motorcycle. You can ask your friends, your family, or even online about the overall costs of owning and maintaining the motorcycle that you are planning to buy. If it is not calculated earlier, when the time comes, not only you will get a headache, your parents will get it too.

3. Choose A Motorcycle That Is Cheap and Easy To Maintain

One more thing to take into consideration, especially for students, is to choose a motorcycle that is cheap and easy to maintain. For students, a simpler motorcycle is a better one. A simple and basic motorcycle usually has a small engine capacity, which means it saves more fuel, easier to service, and less headache.

Of course a motorcycle with a bigger engine capacity is more powerful, more stylish, and of course will be captivated as you pass by. But do bear in mind that even though it looks stylish and is more powerful, the maintenance is also quite “powerful.” Instead of buying a motorcycle based on what you want, mix in your wants and your needs so you don’t accidentally buy a motorcycle that you don’t need and unable to own. 

4. For Second-Hand Motorcycles, Check The Condition

This is specially addressed to those who are planning to buy a second-hand motorcycle instead of a used one. It is not wrong to buy a second hand motorcycle, but there are a few extra things that you shouldn’t overlook. Don’t just buy without thoroughly checking. Nowadays there are a lot of sellers who are not honest with the condition of their motorcycle when being advertised.

So for those who are planning to buy a used motorcycle, make sure to check the mileage, the condition of the engine, the service record, and check whether the bike you are planning on buying has been involved in an accident or not. It may look pretty on the outside, but it may not be that pretty on the inside.

5. Go For A Test Ride First

If possible, go for a test ride of the motorcycle model that you will be buying. At least you can have a feel of how the bike behaves and determine whether the motorcycle is suitable for you or not. You will get to know the height and the comfortability of the motorcycle when you ride it.

Some people take this matter lightly and end up not going for a test ride before buying a motorcycle, and end up second guessing the decision that they have made because the bike they bought doesn’t suit them. Even though the bike may look pretty, make sure the feeling you get when looking at it is the same as when you ride it to avoid any feeling of regret by buying the wrong bike.

Conclusion

So these are the things that students should take into consideration when buying a motorcycle. Make the right decision, make thorough calculations, and think things through before making a decision. After finally buying a motorcycle, don’t forget to follow the rules of the road. Make sure safety is your number one priority and don’t forget to wear a helmet.

If you are a student and are planning to buy a motorcycle, we have a lot of bikes to choose from that are suitable for daily use. If you are interested, be sure to check out iMotorbike’s website or visit a showroom near you. Be sure to bring your parents as well.