Motorcycle/PowerSports Mechanical Inspections - help us help you
Our current condition report on motorcycle/PowerSport units (available online for Manheim customers to review via PowerSearch - look for a 'CR' button attached to the vehicle) is a comprehensive damage evaluation that we are looking to improve upon this year by adding a mechanical inspection.
We've had some conversations with dealers about whether or not we're capturing
the right information to help them make their buying decisions. Based on those discussions, key components we are considering including in the mechanical inspection are if the unit runs, shifts, odometer operational and a fluid (engine, transmission) analysis and possibly a engine and transmission limited warranty.
We would like your feedback on other items for the mechanical inspection that would help you feel more comfortable buying a unit and increase your bidding confidence. When buying at an auction are there certain mechanical factors you wish we provided more information on? What are the key points you look for mechanically when previewing a motorcycle/PowerSport unit? Tell us your opinion regarding if we should perform mechanical inspections on all units or should they only be performed on units of a certain age/mileage?
Kim Miskotten is the National Motorcycle/PowerSports Manager for Manheim Specialty Auctions