>> BE CAREFUL if your bike is still in its guarantee period make sure you use only OEM parts and have them installed by authorized mechanics. If you don't do so, you will probably void guarantee.

What about Aftermarket parts??

Aftermarket parts should perform as well as OEM parts but are produced by companies other than original manufacturer(s).

Things to know when buying Aftermarket Motorcycle Parts:

>> MAKE SURE YOUR GUARANTEE PERIOD IS OVER. In many cases, you can VOID your guarantee if you have an aftermarket part installed by an unauthorized mechanic in your machine. I know I said it before, but it's worth repeating; I happened to me! :-(

>> Equivalent aftermarket Suzuki motorcycle parts are normally cheaper than OEM parts. Sometimes up to 70% cheaper!

>> Aftermarket parts can have lower,the same or higher quality than original.

>> When buying aftermarket parts make sure you are getting AT LEAST same quality as OEM part. If possible try to get some reviews about brands and performance. You can do it in Internet, with your favorite mechanic or with fellow riders.

>> If you are looking for high performance parts and devices, you know kind: carbon fiber, titanium, aerospace aluminum parts and gizmos, well you will probably find them as aftermarket motorcycle parts.

OEM or aftermarket motorcycle parts, sooner or later you will be shopping for them...

Enjoy ride!

Daniel Levy

Daniel Levy is the owner and contributing writer of www.Japanese-Motorcycles-Only.com . He loves motorcycles and Web development. For more great info visit http://www.japanese-motorcycles-only.com/

The N.A.D.A. guide for motorcycles are better know as: "Motorcycle Blue book".

THE MARKET

Another way to check for prices is to look into your local market. You can do it online and/or offline. Search in newspaper, bulletin boards, classified adds, E-Bay, shops, friends. Compare prices take a look at physical condition of different used motorcycles.

RECOMMENDATION

Prices may vary (sometimes a lot) depending where in world you are located in. So, always check in books AND in your local market to get accurate values.

Enjoy Ride!

Daniel Levy