| If you're looking to buy an ATV or dirt bike but don't | | | | if possible. Most dirk bikes and ATVs aren't worth a |
| want to foot the bill for a brand new one, there are | | | | lot of money, so if the engine is shot, the whole |
| always used ones out there on the market. You can | | | | thing is practically worthless. If you feel comfortable |
| usually find a used model through dealers or private | | | | with the way it looks and sounds, proceed to the |
| sellers. These vehicles are designed to take quite a | | | | next steps. If it isn't shaping up so well, walk away |
| bit of wear and tear and typically last for a number | | | | and look for something different. |
| of years. When buying a used ATV, you need to | | | | Next thing you'll want to look for is body damage. |
| watch out for a number of things to ensure | | | | Excessive damage to the body or frame is usually a |
| everything goes smoothly. Most used vehicles are | | | | sign that the previous owner ran the bike or four |
| sold as-is, so you must do your own due diligence to | | | | wheeler way too hard. You definitely don't want to |
| make sure you're getting a good deal on an ATV or | | | | buy something that is almost on its last leg. You're |
| dirt bike that will last you for years to come. | | | | looking for something that will last you for years to |
| The first thing you want to do is have the seller | | | | come, so make sure the seller cared for it the same |
| start the engine. Far too often, especially with very | | | | way you would. Also make sure to check the tires |
| old models that have been in service for a long time, | | | | for damage or wear. While tires aren't overly |
| it is difficult to start an aging ATV and takes multiple | | | | expensive to replace, it's an added cost you won't |
| attempts. This could be a result of a number of | | | | want to have to bear. If the ATV looks like it's going |
| things, but age and wear are often the major | | | | to need new tires soon, try to negotiate and lower |
| contributing factors. Listen for any strange noises | | | | the price. Most people will be looking to haggle and |
| once the engine is started. Rev it up a few times to | | | | you should use any information you have to get |
| see how it sounds and take it for a short test drive | | | | yourself a better deal. |