Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Buying a new motorcycle at a dealership can be the most intimidating part of getting into motorcycle riding. If you're looking for some first time motorcycle buyer tips, I've put together a list of things to consider and watch out for so you don't get screwed buying a motorcycle from a dealership.
HUGE thanks to @MotoCampNerd for sponsoring this video AND being the coolest one-stop shop for motorcycle camping and riding gear on the planet! Check out the store at motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork (affiliate link)
Motorcycle dealerships seem to be getting more shady by the minute. Dishonest motorcycle dealership tactics seem to be the norm these days and it's important to be prepared for them before you think about buying your first motorcycle.
Whether you're buying your first new motorcycle or your 100th, hopefully these tips and tricks for motorcycle dealerships can help you be prepared to get the best deal possible.
New bike day is the best day, and with this new motorcycle buying advice, I hope you can make it as good and stress free as possible.
New Motorcycle Buying Advice Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:31 TL;DR 4 Things to Remember
00:59 Before You Go to the Dealership
04:47 Moto Camp Nerd Ad
05:58 When You Get to the Motorcycle Dealership
07:49 Once You Decide to Buy a New Motorcycle
10:53 The Actual Buying Process
12:24 After You Buy A New Motorcycle
13:25 General New Motorcycle Buying Tips
14:55 TL;DR (AGAIN)
15:41 Outro
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FULL DISCLOSURE: MotoCamp Nerd pays me to create content for his YouTube channel. This isn't a "sponsorship" per se, but it does mean I use their products exclusively and may impact my opinions about camping gear. Fortunately their stuff is good so I'm happy to recommend it, but just FYI.
Disclaimer for reasons: I am not a professional journalist, expert motorcycle rider, or a mechanic. These videos are for entertainment purposes and represent my personal opinions and experiences. I'm just a dude who isn't even good at riding or making videos, so be smart and don't risk life or limb trying to follow my example or advice.
Buying a new motorcycle at a dealership can be the most intimidating part of getting into motorcycle riding. If you're looking for some first time motorcycle buyer tips, I've put together a list of things to consider and watch out for so you don't get screwed buying a motorcycle from a dealership.
HUGE thanks to @MotoCampNerd for sponsoring this video AND being the coolest one-stop shop for motorcycle camping and riding gear on the planet! Check out the store at motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork (affiliate link)
Motorcycle dealerships seem to be getting more shady by the minute. Dishonest motorcycle dealership tactics seem to be the norm these days and it's important to be prepared for them before you think about buying your first motorcycle.
Whether you're buying your first new motorcycle or your 100th, hopefully these tips and tricks for motorcycle dealerships can help you be prepared to get the best deal possible.
New bike day is the best day, and with this new motorcycle buying advice, I hope you can make it as good and stress free as possible.
New Motorcycle Buying Advice Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:31 TL;DR 4 Things to Remember
00:59 Before You Go to the Dealership
04:47 Moto Camp Nerd Ad
05:58 When You Get to the Motorcycle Dealership
07:49 Once You Decide to Buy a New Motorcycle
10:53 The Actual Buying Process
12:24 After You Buy A New Motorcycle
13:25 General New Motorcycle Buying Tips
14:55 TL;DR (AGAIN)
15:41 Outro
SUBSCRIBE for more adventures, how-tos, gear reviews, and moto shenanigans!
bit.ly/dorkintheroad
Want early access to videos and other perks? Become a channel member: youtube.com/channel/UCrKYAp8fkN8yCbxcNK375rA/join
Dork in the Road stickers and other merch available at: motocampnerd.com/collections/dork-in-the-road-merch?ref=dork
Instagram: instagram.com/adorkintheroad
TikTok: tiktok.com/@dorkintheroad
Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=26709234
Channel Sponsors:
Brake Free: brakefreetech.superfiliate.com/DORKINTHEROAD
(save $10 with promo code "dorkintheroad")
Cyclops Adventure Lighting: cyclopsadventuresports.com/?AffId=15
(save 10% with promo code "dorkintheroad)
MotoCamp Nerd: motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork
Quad Lock: Save 10% at quadlockcase.net/discount/dorkintheroad with promo code "dorkintheroad"
Want to support the channel when you buy your dual sport or ADV gear and mods? Please consider using these affiliate links:
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC: tinyurl.com/23sjhhwr
Brake Free: brakefreetech.superfiliate.com/DORKINTHEROAD
(save $10 with promo code "dorkintheroad")
Mosko Moto: moskomoto.com/dorkintheroad
Amazon: amzn.to/3aDkk4z
Revzilla: imp.i104546.net/4eMdJZ
MotoCamp Nerd: motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork
Cyclops Adventure Lighting: cyclopsadventuresports.com/?AffId=15
(save 10% with promo code "dorkintheroad)
Amain Hobbies: alnk.to/7Bil0C0
Save 10% on butlermaps.com with promo code "dorkintheroad."
Save 10% at quadlockcase.net/discount/dorkintheroad with promo code "dorkintheroad"
Save 10% on Motion Footpegs (motionfactoryracing.com/) with promo code "dorkintheroad"
Cardo Systems: cardosystems.rfrl.co/e2vdy
(use promo code "dorkintheroad" to save 10%)
Save 10% at Seat Concepts with promo code "DORKNRD26"
Thank you for supporting the channel by clicking on the affiliate links in this description.
FULL DISCLOSURE: MotoCamp Nerd pays me to create content for his YouTube channel. This isn't a "sponsorship" per se, but it does mean I use their products exclusively and may impact my opinions about camping gear. Fortunately their stuff is good so I'm happy to recommend it, but just FYI.
Disclaimer for reasons: I am not a professional journalist, expert motorcycle rider, or a mechanic. These videos are for entertainment purposes and represent my personal opinions and experiences. I'm just a dude who isn't even good at riding or making videos, so be smart and don't risk life or limb trying to follow my example or advice.
