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Old Apr 22, 2017 | 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Capt Steve
I just finished installing my new Avon Velvet Air Cushion Chrome Grips with the Throttle assist. Could not be more pleased with the product. I ordered them on Tuesday from Eastern Performance Cycles {in Maryland}, and they arrived this morning {in Tucson - Saturday}, no tax - no freight.



This is my third order since a Forum member put me on to Eastern Performance Cycles. They're customer service is awesome and they are always seriously less than the the so called two big guys...

My grips were $52.06, not a big dollar purchase but well under DK and JP. When I bought my Vance and Hines Fuelpak FP3 Tuner they were $100 cheaper than DK and JP and always no freight or tax.

Shop where you like but if you are not using Eastern Performance Cycles you are pissing away serious money. Your call...
Originally Posted by rizzo
I buy from women and minority owned businesses because it's the right thing to do, they need to be supported and saving a couple bucks doesn't matter to me.

Not paying the tax is wrong. Our governments are struggling with budget issues and not paying my fair share, well it's like stealing.
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Old Apr 22, 2017 | 07:47 PM
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Originally Posted by torchmaster
I use Direct Cycle Parts.

Great prices and service.
If they list what I need they do have the best price. For you riders using Revzilla, I checked them against DK and Direct many times over the years, they are seldom the lowest price.
 
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Old Apr 22, 2017 | 07:52 PM
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Originally Posted by From_Behind
Some people definitely need that, but typing an email is much more convenient for me, and I can do it on my time. I NEVER buy from a vendor that requires me to call them, or them to call me. I just don't want to support businesses that can't operate an email system.
what the hell are you even complaining about?

when I had questions about an air cleaner kit, I emailed them and they answered. When I ordered it and had a question when installing, I texted and they responded.
 
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