Things to Consider before Buying a Two-Wheeler

Brand There are a number of two-wheeler manufacturers in India. The brand value also helps in the resale of the bike. Budget Of course this is an important factor to be considered. You can buy a good two-wheeler within a budget of Rs 60,000, but you may want to consider paying a little more for one of those newly launched bikes with extra features and attractive colours. Weight It is extremely important to check the weight of the two-wheeler so that you can ride comfortably. Generally, beginners and young women may prefer lightweight versions. Less weight is obviously more manageable, no matter what your size and stature. Height This is another important factor. Since most Indians are of average height, the two-wheeler should not be too high, else it will be uncomfortable to ride. Basically, the feet should touch the ground. Storage One should check the storage for the helmet. Also, the two-wheeler should have enough space for storing other items such as a backpack or a toolkit. Mileage An efficient two-wheeler should give you a mileage of 35 km to 40 km per litre. Auto start Kick-starting a two-wheeler is not easy. So check for auto start and battery durability. Durability Check out the technical review of the bike; it doesn’t make sense to make a hasty decision and settle for something that simply looks good and offers more mileage. Service centre The location of your service centre should be a consideration – you don’t want to end up travelling long distances for service and repairs. Low maintenance Servicing and maintenance of two-wheelers is very important. It makes travelling convenient because of low running and maintenance costs; this also means you can get very good mileage. Availability of spare parts All two-wheeler companies, especially the ones who have launched newly, do not have their spare parts easily available in the market. Consider this point while zeroing in on your preference. Resale value Resale price totally depends upon the brand, year and current condition of bike.