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Many motorcycle financing companies allow you to apply online or over the phone.

Whether you're looking for a loan for a new or used motorcycle, or possibly looking to refinance your current bike, you may be able to save hundreds or thousands of dollars by applying online.








Motorcycle Financing Tips

Before applying for a motorcycle loan, there are several things that you should keep in mind:
  • Your credit score. Your score/history can determine whether you qualify for a loan and what interest rate you will pay. If you're not sure about your score/history (and even if you think you are), you should probably check to make sure that there are no mistakes. You can get a free credit report here. If you have bad credit, there are companies that may lend you money, but be prepared to pay high interest rates.
  • Compare rates. Get several quotes before you buy your motorcycle. Rates vary and there is no reason to pay a dollar more than you have to.
  • Gather required information. Lenders will require you to provide your name and address, social security number, employer information (company you work for and salary). They will also require your financial information such as whether you own or rent a home, how much your payment is, how much money you own on credit cards, etc..
Although the following article are about car loans, the information holds for motorcycles. These article will help you make the correct decisions when applying for financing.

Key financing questions
"The single most important thing you can do to ensure you get the best financing deal for your new [motorcycle] is to ask questions. Lots of questions."
By Paige Kroger - Bankrate.com

How to negotiate the best loan with the [motorcycle] dealer
"It doesn't take a rocket scientist to get a good [motorcycle] loan through a dealer, but it does take some preparation, says Joseph Moran, senior vice president of Detroit-based Comerica Bank's national dealer services, which loans money to car dealers."
By Stephen Rothman - Bankrate.com

Selling your old vehicle
"When you decide to sell your old [motorcycle] yourself, there are some simple procedures and rules of thumb that will help get the job done right."
By Paige Kroger - Bankrate.com