Owning your own bike can be a liberating feeling, a step towards being independent and enjoying a hassle free commute anywhere in and around Hyderabad. There are plenty of options for buying used bikes in Hyderabad. Investing in a second hand bike can really help you save a lot of money, especially if you just started a new job or are still studying. However, before you go bike hunting it is important to keep some key pointers in mind so you don’t get ripped off out there.

1)       Purpose- Identify your purpose behind buying the bike. What is your requirement - whether it is for office use, road trips or just for fun? This will help you narrow down the type of bike you are looking for, i.e., a sports bike, a regular bike that gives a good mileage or something stylish.

2)       Survey- Since it is a huge market out there, it is imperative that you survey online as well as meet with bike dealers in person. Identifying a genuine dealer would save you from being conned. You can study online catalogues, brochures, visit websites and even talk to second hand dealers on business portals or in person. The more your survey, the wider the choice spectrum gets.

3)       Discuss- It is advisable to talk to fellow bikers or friends who may own bikes, take their inputs on what features to look for in a bike. You can even share queries online and analyses the responses you receive. This will help in short listing your options and figuring out the latest bike trends.

4)       Evaluate- A physical evaluation of the bike is very important before you seal the deal. If you take a friend or family mechanic along, they can help you analyse the overall condition of a bike. While evaluating, it is important to check for oil leaks, rusting in the vehicle, engine tuning, quality of oil, battery of the bike, condition of the air cleaner, spark plug break, clutch and gear. Even though it is a second hand bike, it should still be in good working condition.

5)       Negotiate- Once you have decided the deal you want to go for, negotiate on the price. Ensure that the paper work of the bike is complete and comes with a pollution certificate, registration certificate and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to avoid any no legal hassles in future.

Portals like BikeWale, Quikr, OLX, Gaadi.com, Bikes4Sale and many more are ideal to browse for second-hand bikes. These portals are homogenous in nature with slight variations and one can narrow down their search based on budget, brand, number of kilometres the bike has run and type of seller.

So if you are looking for Second bikes in Hyderabad, just be proactive and a great deal might just come your way!