Posts
102
Joined
6/2/2015
Location
Loretto, TN
US
Ok so I've been trying to sell quite a few bikes lately but Id like to know a better way. I usually use Craigslist and some Facebook groups and I am very thorough and honest with my descriptions. All 4 of my bikes have been in really good condition and I listed them as what I thought I would pay for them.
It's just seems that you can't do that. When I first started looking into the market I noticed a lot of bikes priced wayyyy higher than they should have been. I just blew it off as they don't know too much. But maybe by pricing them so high they actually get the amount they really want out of the bike.
As for when I posted my bikes for the actual amount I wanted, all I got was low balls usually 10-20% less than asking price.
I was just wondering if there were any tips or tricks to selling. Thanks
It's just seems that you can't do that. When I first started looking into the market I noticed a lot of bikes priced wayyyy higher than they should have been. I just blew it off as they don't know too much. But maybe by pricing them so high they actually get the amount they really want out of the bike.
As for when I posted my bikes for the actual amount I wanted, all I got was low balls usually 10-20% less than asking price.
I was just wondering if there were any tips or tricks to selling. Thanks
The Shop
But it sounds like your biggest problem is asking what you want. Nobody pays asking price on craigslist, they want a "deal" even if it ain't really a deal. Ask an extra 10 to 20% more than you'll take on a bike.
But I agree with everyone else's opinion here: super clean and SC1. No Monster claws or disco graphics. And price it 10-20% over as suggested and let the buyer come down that 10-20% (or say that the price is firm but I think pricing up and coming down makes most buyers feel better).
Make sure there's no ratty bits on the bike. A bald tire on an otherwise nice bike sends the wrong message to the potential buyer. No leaks, no spooge.
Craigslist attracts a lot of scammers and low ballers. I sell most high dollar bikes/cars on auto and cycle trader. You get serious buyers on there compared to Craigslist browsers
Pit Row
It's an 03 xr100r, brand new tires, seat cover, and hand guards. I keep very good care of my bikes. I think the graphics are scaring people off. I let some local graphics company do it for me. The bike was only meant for around the yard so I wasn't particular with the graphics and let them do whatever they wanted.
2. Roll her outside in the grass to take the picture. Don't be afraid to get down low.
For pictures, make sure they are high-res enough to show detail. Make sure the bike is framed correctly within the shot and make sure there is no crap around it. Take shots from the front, each side, and add in a few detailed ones if there is anything special on the bike. Bad pictures can make people think youre trying to hide something or are just really lazy.
Pull those graphics ASAP. Honestly, I think I'll put the hand guards too but offer them up to the potential buyer.
The graphics make it look like you rode through a burning building. It'll look great once that's gone.
I totally agree with others that you need a clean background and nice pics too.
Stock rocks in the looks department to buyers. Plus, don't oversell it in your description. "Really fast bike", "Pulls hills like a banshee" etc. run people off. Less is better in descriptions.
Heres my bike I just sold, there was a lot listed and still are, mine sold straight away and its close to bone stock
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1087340977
Post a reply to: Tips on selling bikes