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Why Trade In A Motorcycle?

Apr. 23 2021 Buying Guide By Bartels' Harley-Davidson®

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Trading in your motorcycle can be a strategic move. Let the dealership handle your motorcycle sale while you walk away with your new favorite bike. The ease of the trade-in process is only one of its many perks, which we discuss below. 

If you have questions or want to start the motorcycle trade in process, reach out to Bartels' Harley-Davidson. Our dealership is based in Marina Del Rey, California, and we also serve those in Malibu and Santa Monica.

It's The Fastest Option

It can take months to sell your motorcycle on your own. There is plenty of work waiting for you including taking pictures of the bike, creating advertisements, waiting for potential customers to contact you, setting up appointments for them to come check out the motorcycle, and finally trying to negotiate a price.

This process can take even longer if:

  • Your type of motorcycle is not currently in high demand.
  • Your model is more than a few years old.
  • It's the motorcycle buying off-season.

A much more efficient approach is to let the motorcycle dealership do all the legwork. The motorcycle trade in process will only take you a few hours and the bike could sell in a matter of days. After all, the motorcycle dealership already has a well-developed audience and regular visitors. This increases the odds that your motorcycle will sell - and sell quickly.

Get Your Unwanted Motorcycle Off Of Your Hands

Your unwanted motorcycle is currently taking up space in your garage, in your shed, or in your driveway. A motorcycle trade-in instantly frees up that storage space, even if your model doesn't sell for a few more weeks.

It's The Least Stressful Option

Trying to sell your motorcycle on your own is a hassle. There are so many steps involved in promoting your model and interacting with potential customers, many of which are the dreadful 'tire kickers' who have no real interest in making a purchase. Navigating the selling process is an added stress, which you can avoid by going with a motorcycle trade-in instead.

Get Peace Of Mind

A motorcycle dealership will provide a safe and trustworthy trade in process. A private buyer could be trustworthy...or could be a scammer trying to get your personal information, money, or even simply time. If you don't want to deal with the risk, a motorcycle trade in is a great option.

Make The Motorcycle Buying Process Easy

A motorcycle trade-in allows you to put your current model's value towards your next purchase. This helps reduce the out-of-pocket expense and streamlines the purchasing process.

Want more information about the motorcycle trade in process? Want to get started? The friendly staff at Bartels' Harley-Davidson is here to help! Give us a call, shoot us an email, or stop by our dealership in Marina Del Rey, California. We also proudly serve those in Malibu and Santa Monica.