4 Reasons To Buy A Used Motorcycle

10.19.21

4 Reasons To Buy A Used Motorcycle

When it comes to purchasing a motorcycle, nearly all riders would want to afford a brand new model. However, there are many reasons why a secondhand bike may be a better buy for you.

The ultimate choice will be based on your particular circumstances, but before you sign the financing agreement for a brand-new motorcycle, it’s worth examining what you might gain by choosing to opt for a used machine instead. Read on to find out more.

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Spend Less Money

The fact that second hand bikes are less expensive than new motorcycles is perhaps the primary reason why motorcyclists choose them. While motorcycles may not depreciate as quickly as cars, you can expect to save a four-figure amount by purchasing a 12-month-old model rather than a new one.

Of course, the comparison is more complicated than just looking at the two prices and then choosing the cheaper one. You should also think about the condition of the used bike and if it comes with a guarantee.

Excellent motorcycle sellers provide warranties on used motorcycles and do a thorough service before selling them, giving you peace of mind that you are purchasing a dependable bike in good shape. It’s typically less expensive to buy from a private seller, but you will not get any kind of warranty, and it may be difficult to get your money back if the machine has a technical issue, or something worse happens, and you suddenly need great motorcycle accident attorneys because something mechanical went wrong.

Perfect For Learning

If you need something to learn on, a second hand motorcycle is a good option. You are more likely to drop the machine or scrape it somehow as you learn the intricacies of bike handling, but you will be less worried about scratches if it costs $1,500 rather than $5,000.

After passing your exam, you will be limited to equipment with a maximum power output of 25 kW for the following two years. Given that you will most likely want to upgrade to a larger motorbike after that time, it makes sense to spend less on your first bike and begin saving for its successor.

Classic Motorcycles

While many riders like the hi-tech nature and super-efficient engines of modern motorcycles, others enjoy the romance and elegance of yesteryear. Several modern versions look like 1950s machines, but if you’re a true fan, only the actual thing will do.

There is a well-established market for vintage bikes, and information on specialized dealers can be found online or in bike publications. Models in excellent condition can be very costly, but restoration projects are not difficult to come by. To restore an antique motorcycle to its former grandeur, you’ll need a lot of free time, as well as a lot of patience when it comes to finding components, but the end result and the satisfaction the project offers will be worth it.

Just For The Weekend

Motorcycles are wonderful, but if you have a hectic family life with children and dogs, you’ll have to bite the bullet and purchase a car for practical reasons. Many people in this position possess a motorbike as well, but it is only used on weekends.

Whether you want a cruiser for long country rides or something for some off-road adventure, you generally won’t have much money to spend on a leisure bike. Purchasing a secondhand machine is a great way to reduce the expense of your pastime, plus, since you won’t be using it much of the time, it would be a shame to buy something very costly and then not get the use out of it that it deserves.

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10 Tips for Relocating With a Toddler

10.12.21

Moving with a toddler can be challenging. From packing to unpacking, it’s easy for parents to feel like they’re in over their heads! However, with the proper preparation and planning, moving with a toddler doesn’t have to be so daunting. In this blog post, we’ll share ten tips for relocating with toddlers that will help make your move go smoothly.

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Don’t Pack Anything That Isn’t a Necessity

You want to make a move as easy and stress-free as possible, so packing up all your unnecessary stuff will only add pressure on you during this time!

Make Sure Everything Is Accessible For Your Child

When it comes to kids’ rooms, you’ll want to make sure that everything is at their height. For the pack-up phase, this means not packing anything above your child’s reach!

Try Preparing Activities For Kids Before Moving In Starts

It can be easy for parents to focus on bringing all their belongings over and getting settled into a new house when it’s time to move in. However, toddlers are still young and will need your attention!

Pack Some Of Your Child’s Favorite Toys Ahead of Time

You’ll want them on hand for the first few days after moving into a new house. This is especially true if you’re traveling somewhere far from home before moving into your new house.

Pack Some Of Your Child’s Favorite Books Before Moving Starts.

If you’re transitioning from one home to another, it can be easy for parents and children alike to feel a little homesick! To ease into the transition, have their favorite books on hand, so they don’t forget what it feels like to be at home.

Let Your Child Help Packing

They’ll have fun being involved in the packing process, and it will teach them how to be more independent as they get older, an excellent lesson for any young toddler! Just remember that if their bedroom stuff is packed away, then it’s time for them to go to bed!

Have a Moving Checklist Prepared For Your Family

This list should include everything that needs to be done before, during, and after the move, including planning out where everyone will sleep in their new home! You’ll want this list on hand so you can ensure nothing is forgotten or overlooked as you get settled in. Get a professional moving company to handle the move, Allied Van Lines Canada is an expert in home relocations.

Keep Your Child Active After The Move

Just as you want to keep them occupied so they don’t feel homesick during a transition, you also need to make sure they stay active and healthy! With all of their new toys around, they’ll have lots of fun exploring their room, and then it’s time for dinner!

Make Sure Your Child’s Room Is Decorated Before Moving

This way, you can make the transition from one house to another feel like it will be a smooth and easy process! Kids love having their rooms decorated with things they enjoy (like family photographs), so this move-in tip won’t cost you a thing!

Have Your Child’s Favorite Toys And Books Around

It can be challenging for kids to adjust to new surroundings, so you want them as comfortable as possible. With their favorite things close at hand, they’ll feel more like home than ever before, and it will help ease any homesickness.

In conclusion, make sure to pack enough toys for your little one. Even if they are not in the vehicle, having favorite items will help ease anxiety when you arrive at your new destination. If possible, ask family and friends to send pictures of their home to be familiar when arriving. As much as this sounds like a lot of work, planning and packing strategically will help reduce the stress for everyone.

Focusing on Your Own Goals as a Working Mom

10.05.21

As a working mom with a toddler, I have to say my days are quite busy. I’ve learned some tips and tricks to manage my time and provide for my family, all while focusing on my own goals as a working mom, that I’ll be sharing with you all today.

Focusing on Your Own Goals as a Working Mom

I do want to preface this by saying I only have experience being a working mom so I’ll be sharing what has worked for me. I also think that to achieve work-life balance, child care/daycare can make a big difference. It gives you time away from your child to focus on your goals/work, etc.

I often have to remind myself that I am not only a mom. Although being a mom is my biggest role in life right now, I am also a wife, a sister, a friend, an employee and I have my own goals in life. The first year of Partaap Singh’s life, I felt like I was in survival mode and only focused on him and his needs. Once he turned 1, I finally started to slowly think about myself and what I wanted to get out of my life.

Goal Setting

To begin, I highly recommend sitting down and writing down your goals in life. I personally do this every year and I just do it in Google Sheets. I like to have different categories under which I write down specific goals. For example, I have Sikhi goals, Wellness goals, Financial goals, etc. Under Sikhi goals, some things I have written down are: listening to Sukhmani Sahib every day, doing Simran for 10 minutes each day, etc and for wellness some of my specific goals include exercising for 10 minutes a day, getting 10K steps a day, etc. By doing this, you yourself realize what you want to make a priority in your life. I even have a category called Partaap Singh which includes things I want to teach him, take him to, etc.

Plan Out Your Week

The next thing I recommend doing is planning out your week. Again, I do this on Google sheets and I have all the days of the week listed out and underneath I include the specific things that need to get done. Your list will include things that are just normal things that everyone has to do. Like doctors appointments, grocery days, cleaning days, etc. But I want you to go beyond that. I want you to write things that are good for you, I want you to write down your specific goals. For me, that means listening to Sukhmani Sahib, exercising, reading books, working on my blog, talking to my family and even going to the apple farm with my friends. If you don’t write down your goals, you’ll never focus on them and make them a priority. You’ll only continue to do the things that need to get done.

Finding the Time to Actually do the Things

So now, that you’ve actually written down your goals and which day of the week you want to do them, how are we going to find the time to actually accomplish them. This is where you begin to get creative. I do not have time to exercise in my day, I really don’t. I come home from work and I get a couple hours to make dinner, eat and then spend time with my family, so I don’t want to be doing exercise. So, I get creative. My lab is located on the third floor of our building and there are 13 floors in total. Every day at work, I spend 10 minutes, going up and down the stairs. Let me tell you, this is one intense workout. Be creative.

If your goal is to listen to Sukhmani Sahib every day, then do it while you do some mundane work at work. If your goal is to talk to your family and friends more, call them while you drive home from work. And if your goal is to write that blog post, set a timer for 30 minutes and do it during your lunch break. Finally, if your goal is to spend time with your friends, then invite them along on your next family outing. You’ll be surprised, even your friends that don’t have kids will still enjoy spending time with you and your kids.

Doing Things That Need to Get Done

Don’t get me wrong. You’ll still need to get the things you need to. I still need to get my child ready for the day, I still need to prepare meals and snacks for the day, I still need to clean and do the grocery. But I get creative. I make dinner every night but make sure there is enough for lunch the next day as well. I batch bake muffins, snacks and breakfasts on the weekend so I have snacks and breakfast for the week. Then I also do online grocery and get it delivered to my house, I have a rotating meal plan that is on autopilot so I’m not wasting my time planning meals and writing down grocery lists. I get it done, but I get it done efficiently. So, I have more time to focus on my goals.

Remember, you are not only a mom, you are your own person, you have goals, you have dreams. Make a plan and write it down. Make time for you!

I’ll be sharing more specifically how I get things done effectively in future posts, so look out for that. You don’t want to miss my foolproof rotating meal plan either.

I also don’t recommend you doing chores/work while your child naps. I am a huge proponent of using the time your child naps to do something for yourself. On the weekends, during nap-time, I either nap with him, watch YouTube videos or organize. You all know how therapeutic I find organizing, in fact it’s what Kamfy Living is all about 🙂

Hope you all enjoyed this post and are inspired to start focusing on your own goals as a working mom 🙂