typical...so typical
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2014
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From: Florida
I believe you're suppose to go by what the book says.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2012
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From: South Carolina
Only put helium in the REAR tire, that way it lifts it up and you're always rolling downhill...
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
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From: WPB, FL
I'll take the opposite stand! That would be considered a HUGE safety issue in my books! Why a dealership wouldn't absolutely make sure that ALL the bikes rolling out of their shop were up to par AND SET UP CORRECTLY is beyond me. As well as being checked out, for real, before being released to the buyer every bike should be "fitted" to the buyer! That would include handle bar, hand levers AND feet peddles. I've never had a bike that I wouldn't set up to fit me personally!!
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Joined: Jun 2010
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From: Upstate New York
Service technicians have to buy their own tools, and I guarantee you make much more money than they do.
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From: Driftless Area
But it makes it easier to do wheelies...
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From: west Michigan
Just picked up a new Ultra and checked tire pressure the next morning. Both tires were down 8 pounds. Not a big safety issue but the bike was probably sitting for months on the showroom floor. I assumed like an idiot the dealer would have checked pressure before I took delivery. NOT. So many similar stories over the years. My 2010 Goldwing had nearly an empty final drive when I checked it the day after delivery. WTF. Be careful folks and trust nobody! Check your bike out after delivery...it might save your life.
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