Bikes have reached high levels of specialization in recent years, and the proliferation of different types of motorcycles offers a variety of choices that can be both daunting and empowering. Before buying a motorcycle, we need to resolve some critical issues. Our motorcycling world and lifestyle defines the kind of motorcycle we would want to ride. So, mechanical and performance attributes should not be the only criteria for judging and selecting a motorcycle, we should also keep in mind what circles we'll likely be riding in.

There are many financing options available with motorcycle dealers. Before shopping for a motorcycle, we should consider our body type. The bike is too tall for us if we cannot put both feet flat on the ground when the bike is upright. Also, if one is going to buy a bike for the first time, one should never go for a high-performance bike because it is wrong to purchase a bike with more performance than they can handle. Crotch rockets, especially engines larger than 600cc should be avoided. We should always learn to ride a slower bike because after that we become better riders as we learn to upgrade and appreciate the faster bikes in a much better manner. We should also look at what purpose the bike is actually serving for us. If we are looking for a daily transportation mode, we should go for a traditional or standard bike. But if we are looking just for a weekend vehicle, we can buy an uncomfortable but sexy bike.

If we want style with durability for our long commutes we can go for a cruiser. A touring bike is for people who intend to travel long distances with a passenger and a saddle bag. A sport/touring bike adds a little more performance to the touring bike. A standard bike with extra ground clearance and knobby tires is best for uneven roads and daily commuting.