Dealership owner backs into my bike and...
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 2,936
Likes: 20
From: Driftless Area
I guess I don't understand the "1 post thing". In the OP thread he has 3, still not alot, but doesn't mean he's full of bs. Years ago my dad backed into my buds bronco, put it in drive and left for town??!! Maybe felt embarrassed (sp) to do something so stupid.jmho
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 28,842
Likes: 16,580
From: Wisconsin, USA
Not a hit and run
I don't think it was a hit and run , because the owner did send out a salesperson and admit to guilt, and offer to fix it up. Obviously he should have manned up and stayed there, but maybe as a HD dealer he knew how emotionally attached people are to their bikes, and feared for his life. Maybe he thought it would be less of an emotional confrontation if he were absent. Least he could do is offer you the best trade in of your life on a newer bike, or upgrade something for free. Good luck. Hope this isn't April Fools cause I've had a rough day, an don't appreciate the drain on my brain, for no reason, if a joke.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 4,230
Likes: 477
From: Southwest VA
The OP has posted 3 times in this thread so his post count goes up with every post. If you go back to your very first post it will show your total as of today instead of 1. I think.
Thread Starter
|
2nd Gear
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
From: Wayne
I wouldn't accept anything less then him fixing the bike. But, you know, it's the fact that he himself didn't care enough to talk to me about it, is what really bothers me. Most people would go and try to find the owner of the vehicle he hit.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 4,230
Likes: 477
From: Southwest VA
Call the dealership in the morning and ask to speak to the owner, if hes not their ask them to have him call the mans who's bike he ran over. Let him know that his actions under the circumstances were not acceptable to you. At least it may make you feel better.
Club Member
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 145,895
Likes: 821
From: 40 miles Northeast of Indy..
I'd wait till he came back and then with My Semi, I'd drive over His freak-in truck...... that'll teach him.....
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Southpaw Super Glide: A Left-Hand-Drive 1979 Harley FXE Built to Fit the Rider
Verdad Gallardo
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 1,580
Likes: 4
From: Colorado
I believe you have a right to be bothered. He was down right rude. After he fixes your bike, I would tell him in a calm voice how he made you feel by not coming to you in person. If he does not act appropriately (apologize), I would call HD headquarters and let them know (i.e. throw him under the bus). Dealerships want good ratings from their customers.