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How to Sell Your Motorbike
Everything you need to prepare, list and sell your motorcycle confidently on Trade Me.
Last updated: 31 July 2026
Step 1: Get ready for a stellar listing
| Preparation task | Action to take | Why it matters | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The deep detail | The deep detail | Degrease the engine bay, wash the bodywork, and polish all plastics or metal surfaces. | Degrease the engine bay, wash the bodywork, and polish all plastics or metal surfaces. | First impressions make or break a sale online. A shiny bike attracts more watchlists. | First impressions make or break a sale online. A shiny bike attracts more watchlists. |
| Chain & sprocket check | Chain & sprocket check | Clean off old, sticky grease from the chain and apply a fresh, light coat of lube. | Clean off old, sticky grease from the chain and apply a fresh, light coat of lube. | A clean drivetrain shows a buyer that you did not neglect routine maintenance. | A clean drivetrain shows a buyer that you did not neglect routine maintenance. |
| Fluid & tyre check | Fluid & tyre check | Ensure tyres are pumped to the correct PSI and fluids (oil, coolant, brake fluid) are topped up and clean. | Ensure tyres are pumped to the correct PSI and fluids (oil, coolant, brake fluid) are topped up and clean. | Serious buyers will inspect these details instantly during a physical viewing | Serious buyers will inspect these details instantly during a physical viewing |
Step 2: Take high-quality photos
Step 3: Write your listing description
Step 4: Safe handovers and finalising the deal
Buyer's FAQs
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