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Old Mar 28, 2008 | 06:25 AM
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It seems that State Farm, Progressive, GEICO, etc want to charge me 1200+ a yr for insurance. The dealership has offered me American Reliable for much less, but I can't find much info on the internet about their company. Has anyone here used this insurance and had good or bad experiences?
 
Old Mar 28, 2008 | 10:15 AM
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try foremost. Never hear of american reliable, but there are thousands of insurance companies out there. Check with your states insurance commission for complaints.


 
Old Mar 28, 2008 | 10:16 AM
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Oh, and welcome to the forums. You should introduce yourself in the new members section.
 
Old Mar 28, 2008 | 10:25 AM
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R u talking motorcycle insurance? That seems very High to me....now you got me wondering what I'm paying.....seems it was around 300 for full coverage on my 05 Ultra!
 
Old Mar 28, 2008 | 10:31 AM
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I gotta tell ya, I've been with State Farm since I was 16, (37 now). I was pretty much shocked when they quoted my MC insurance last year. I went with them anyway but it is high IMO.

After 21 years of loyal patronage I've been considering a change and I mean my entire insurance needs (home, 2autos,3 bikes, RV).
 
Old Mar 28, 2008 | 10:37 AM
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Yeah, try Foremost. We just switched from Progressive to Foremost and between my husband and I, we're now saving about $200 or so a year. We went with a higher deductible, $1000,and you can also tweak your limits some to save money, particularly if you have good health insurance. You can get an online quote with Foremost too.

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Old Mar 28, 2008 | 12:36 PM
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Thats high! Must have a good driving record!!! :0

I use State farm full coverage and pay $410 year.
 
Old Mar 28, 2008 | 12:37 PM
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Try dairyland ins co
 
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Old Mar 28, 2008 | 02:16 PM
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So my first year with Foremost with their highest coverage ran about $1200.
Second year was about $900
Third year is $700

Guess they lose a lot of bikes in the first year of ownership.
 
Old Mar 28, 2008 | 02:20 PM
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I went 4 years without ins.

$500 x 4 = $2k....
hmmm,,,,, ya can learn alot from a dummy!
 



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