Beat the gas prices! How to buy a Motorcycle

Michael Davis
Mr. Murphy
English 51
Process Essay
03/02/09

Beat the gas prices! How to buy a motorcycle
In these times when gas prices are going up, most people will be looking for a more cost effective way to get around. Having gone through the process, I have learned a few things. My intention is to give the process, (Right or Wrong) that I used for the purchase of my bike and equipment needed to ride safely, and legally

To start you will need a class M drivers licenses. First you need to go to the D.M.V. and pick up a motorcycle handbook. Read it and take the test for your permit. When you have passed your test for the permit, then sign up for the C.H.P. training class. There will be a waiting list, so you may want to do this as soon as you decide to get a motorcycle. When you complete the class they will give you a certificate. With this certificate you go back to the D.M.V. they will give you your licenses, with out having to take there driving test. The certificate will also get you a discount on insurance with most companies.

Now that you have your licenses, you will need a motorcycle. Some places to start looking are. Do you have a friend that owns a motorcycle? If so ask them if they know anyone who may have one for sale. If they belong to a motorcycle club, then you could have a good source for finding a well cared for used bike. Another place to look is on line there are many websites available that list Cars and bikes. I have found many good deals on line. The problem with websites and printed listings is you need to have the cash in hand. Also you need to be checking all the time so when that perfect bike is listed you can be there first, they go fast. I personally found my bike at a dealer. As luck would have it, someone had purchased a bike and returned it; they found that they needed a bigger bike. Now used my (New) bike had a warranty, and only 200 miles. What it didn’t have was all the creating, and new bike fees. The original owner paid them. So if you want to go with a new used bike. Go to the dealer if you are not ready to buy ask them to call you if something comes in, they will be happy to.

I chose this subject because; I had never ridden or owned a motorcycle. So when I decided to get one I was doing it blindly. Now that I have done it, I have found that my Bike is getting 50 miles a gallon. My car gets around 25 miles to the gallon, which is a big savings. Also I had no Idea what riding equipment I would need, so that expense was something I had not considered. At this point I can say I am happy I have done it, and am enjoying the experience. So if you need to cut you’re cost for commuting. Save your car ride a Motorcycle