Selling your motorcycle: How to sell it quickly, safely & at a fair price

Want to sell your motorcycle? Then you've come to the right place!

Whether it's the end of the season, a model change or simply a desire for something new – there comes a time when you want to part with your beloved motorcycle. But what's the right way to do it? What needs to be considered so that you get a good price and are on the safe side legally?

Regardless of whether you want to sell a Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki or BMW motorcycle – the following applies to all brands: good preparation, a realistic asking price and a clean process make all the difference.

In this guide, we will show you step by step how to sell your motorcycle – from preparation and pricing to handover. And if you want it to be particularly quick and uncomplicated, we'll also introduce you to the best alternative to a private sale at the end.

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1. Preparation is everything: How to get your bike ready for sale

Before you get started, your motorcycle should be in as good a condition as possible – both visually and technically. Because first impressions count on the two-wheeler market too!

Checklist for preparing your bike for sale:

• Cleaning: Wash the bike thoroughly, even in hard-to-reach areas. A clean bike sells better.
• Care: Polish the paintwork and chrome parts, remove flash rust and replace any small plastic parts.
• Technology: Are the lights working? Is there enough tread on the tires? Is the chain lubricated? Small repairs are often worthwhile.
• Have documents ready: Vehicle registration document, registration certificate, service booklet, TÜV report, invoices for inspections and accessories.

💡 Tip:

Take photos! Good pictures are the be-all and end-all if you want to advertise online. Show the bike from all sides, up close and with a clean background.

2. What is my bike worth? How to determine the right price

The market for motorcycles is diverse – prices vary greatly depending on the model, condition, age and mileage.

These factors influence the sales value:

• Age & mileage
• Condition (Accident-free? Conversions?)
• Maintenance history & TÜV
• Season (Prices are often higher in spring)
• Demand by make/model

💡 Good to know:

Motorcycles with current TÜV reports and complete papers usually achieve significantly better prices.

3. Sell privately or use a dealer – a comparison of your options

Private sale

• Higher price possible
  – More effort, risk with payment, inspection, paperwork

Dealer sale

• Fast, uncomplicated, usually with warranty
  – Price often slightly lower

Motorcycle purchase services

• Zeitsparend, Abwicklung inkl. Abholung & Abmeldung

• Time-saving, processing incl. collection & deregistration
• Good for damaged or older models
  – The offer varies greatly depending on the provider

4. Selling a motorcycle: How the handover works

Once a buyer has been found, the only thing left to do is to complete the sale properly.

This is what you need for the handover:

• Purchase contract
• Registration certificate part I & II (vehicle registration certificate & title)
• TÜV certificate
• Keys & second key if necessary
• Handover protocol (mileage, condition, etc.)

🚨 Important: Always have the purchase price paid in full before handing over the keys - preferably in cash or by real-time bank transfer.

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Selling a motorcycle on CashforCars.de – simple, fast & secure

If you don't want to deal with advertisements, price negotiations and viewing appointments, there's an uncomplicated solution: selling motorcycles via CashforCars.de.

We not only buy cars, but also motorcycles – in any condition: well-maintained, damaged, accident-free or with a repair backlog.

Your advantages at a glance:

✔ Fast online valuation
✔ Free collection throughout Germany
✔ Uncomplicated processing incl. deregistration (if desired)
✔ Immediate payment by real-time bank transfer to your account
✔ Fair offers, even for older bikes

How to get your offer:

• Online: Simply enter your vehicle details in the online form on CashforCars.de
• Or by phone: Call us on +49 (211) 7306 1701
• Or via WhatsApp: Send us your information via WhatsApp message – we'll take care of the rest

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Conclusion: Selling a motorcycle – a relaxed process with the right plan

Selling a motorcycle doesn't have to be complicated – if you are well prepared, assess the value realistically and have all the documents ready, the sale will go almost automatically.

But if you want it to be particularly quick and convenient, CashforCars.de is the right place for you – we buy your bike fairly, flexibly and without stress.

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Want to sell your motorcycle?

👉 Start the free valuation on CashforCars.de now and get a fair offer – fast & stress-free!

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