Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
My video about buying a motorcycle from a dealership did very well, but based on the comments it's pretty clear I'm not the only one who thinks it can be a nightmare. There was a ton of interest in a follow up video covering how to buy a used motorcycle from a private party, so here it is!
Thanks to Quad Lock for sponsoring this video! Get your very own Quad Lock motorcycle phone mount setup here: bit.ly/4hQ7npt
I'm no expert on used motorcycle buying but I have picked up a few motorcycle buying tips over the decade or so I've been riding and I'm happy to share what I've learned about what to look for when buying a used motorcycle if it might help someone avoid some of the used motorcycle buying mistakes that I've made.
If you need help buying a used motorcycle, hopefully these top ten tips can help you feel a little bit better prepared and eventually be more successful when buying a used motorcycle for the first time. Whether you're buying a motorcycle on marketplace, craigslist, or somewhere else, hopefully these strategies can make the process go a little smoother for you.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:35 Advantages to Buying a Private Party Motorcycle
02:13 Disadvantages of Buying a Used Motorcycle Private Party
04:25 Quad Lock Ad
05:58 Top Ten Used Motorcycle Buying Tips
17:45 Share Your Knowledge
18:16 Outro
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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.
My video about buying a motorcycle from a dealership did very well, but based on the comments it's pretty clear I'm not the only one who thinks it can be a nightmare. There was a ton of interest in a follow up video covering how to buy a used motorcycle from a private party, so here it is!
Thanks to Quad Lock for sponsoring this video! Get your very own Quad Lock motorcycle phone mount setup here: bit.ly/4hQ7npt
I'm no expert on used motorcycle buying but I have picked up a few motorcycle buying tips over the decade or so I've been riding and I'm happy to share what I've learned about what to look for when buying a used motorcycle if it might help someone avoid some of the used motorcycle buying mistakes that I've made.
If you need help buying a used motorcycle, hopefully these top ten tips can help you feel a little bit better prepared and eventually be more successful when buying a used motorcycle for the first time. Whether you're buying a motorcycle on marketplace, craigslist, or somewhere else, hopefully these strategies can make the process go a little smoother for you.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:35 Advantages to Buying a Private Party Motorcycle
02:13 Disadvantages of Buying a Used Motorcycle Private Party
04:25 Quad Lock Ad
05:58 Top Ten Used Motorcycle Buying Tips
17:45 Share Your Knowledge
18:16 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
Dork in the Road Shirts available at: dorkintheroad.dashery.com
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.
