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Motorsports Vehicle Buying Guide

Oct. 3 2022 Buying Guide By Barnes Bros. Motorcycles & Off-Road

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Looking to get a motorsports vehicle? Use the following tips to narrow down your search.

Determine Your Budget

A great starting point is figuring out how much you want to spend on a motorsports vehicle. Models come in a wide range of prices, so setting a price limit can help instantly eliminate a large number of options from your search.

Remember to include the cost of any riding gear and accessories into your budget!

Make a List of Must-Have Features

Next, think about what perks the motorsports vehicle needs to offer.

For example:

  • How many riders does the motorsports vehicle need to accommodate?
  • Are there challenging terrains, such as rock or sand, that the model needs to be able to navigate?
  • How much storage space does the motorsports vehicle need to offer?

By making a list of must-have features, you'll be able to quickly eliminate models that don't offer those amenities. This helps further narrow down your search.

Consider the Rider

Finally, think about who will be using the motorsports vehicle.

Maybe you are shopping for your child, for example. Look for dedicated kids/youth motorsports vehicles that are designed with a smaller and younger rider in mind.

Or maybe you are shopping for yourself and buying your first motorsports vehicle. Focus on lighter and lower powered models, which will make the learning to ride process easier.

If the motorsports vehicle will be ridden by multiple people, make sure the model is accessible for the least experienced rider.

When you're ready to visit a motorsports vehicle dealership, head over to Barnes Bros. Motorcycles & Off-Road. Our dealership is based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, and we also serve those in Pittsburgh and Washington.