Buying a second-hand bicycle can be a wise choice, especially when you consider affordability, but buying from private individuals is sometimes a big gamble. Who tells you that the bike is really in good condition? Do you want to make sure you buy the right second-hand bicycle? Then read on.
You can probably guess the most important things yourself: the bicycle must be in good condition. But what determines this? First, check the overall condition of the tires. Are there any signs of wear or damage?
Also test the brakes to ensure they are still working properly. You want to prevent a serious fall or collision. By testing the brakes, you can be sure that your bicycle does not immediately need expensive repairs if you only discover that there are defects at home. And are there brake pads on the bicycle? Then check to what extent they are worn and approximately when they need to be replaced.
The gears are also often a problem with second-hand bicycles, especially with bicycles with an open chain guard. Shift through all gears to ensure they operate smoothly and accurately.
Finally, you can always ask about the history of the bicycle. Has there ever been an accident with this bike? Has the bicycle been regularly maintained? And who rode the bike, and for how long? This will give you more information about what condition the bike is in.
Are you now thinking: I don't like this at all? Or do you actually have too little knowledge of brake pads and gears to properly test whether everything works? Then choose a bicycle from our range. You then get a bicycle for a (very) attractive price (because all bicycles are second-hand), but a bicycle of super good quality. All our bicycles are 'refurbished', which means that all bicycles have been thoroughly inspected. In case of broken parts or wear, the parts are replaced, so you actually get a second-hand bicycle that is as good as new. In short; you pay a low price for a super good bike.
At Cheapass Bikes we believe that a second-hand bicycle can be just as reliable as a new one, and over the past year our more than 5,000 customers thought so too. Be kind to your wallet, choose sustainability and order your bike from Cheapass Bikes!