Hope you're going to be happy.... I understand where u come from....

 

Hey Wizardofaus good luck with your ride. At least you are still riding. I own a sporty custom and Kawasaki vaquero and love them both. Ride on

 

 

 

 

A lot of times it seems the dealers ruin the experience for people, and that's a shame. I've had friends that dealt with some that were real hacks. I am fortunate enough to not have to deal with them, once they get me the bike, they never see it again.
Have fun on that new bike.

 

So what Kawasaki are you going with? And what 2017 sportster are you trading? Just wondering, I can say if the battery is the only reason you are upset, I would rethink the trade. Depending on the first 2 questions. The sportster is probably as good as any bike made for being dependable and inexpensive to maintane... if you don't go trying to make it into a drag bike that is.

 

As mentioned in the other thread....don't get rid of the sporty, get rid of the dealership. Perhaps find another dealership in reasonable distance or an independent that will honor the warranty.....not all dealerships are alike. For me, I do not use the dealership since they no longer have the technical expertise to work on older bikes......they refuse to take my bike except for safety.check even for a tire change.

You can also DIY. Test the battery, the rectifier, and stator..,,,make sure battery if fully charged when testing. If battery is no good, replace then test if the rectifier/stator is charging the battery properly.....then ride on.

 

Just for the record Wizardofaus, I've had simple claims on my Kawi. Warped front rotors, a known issues in the forums. First time they were replaced around 9k miles. Not horribly warped, but a vibration applying the brakes at highway speeds. No death wobble, but a felt vibration. Replaced, no questions asked. 8k miles later, same thing. Mother Kaw wanted to know if I had replaced the front pads and if I was abusing the brakes. I wasn't. Still the original pads, no track days, just easy riding. Replaced rotors and new pads under warranty, we are sorry for your trouble.

The known fix is to upgrade to ZX-14 rotors (slightly thicker). I even offered to pay the difference for the upgrade. Had a battery replaced under warranty as well. TPMS batteries don't work when its cold out until I get a few miles on the tires, dealer said they would replace those when I am ready.

I chalk this up to a great dealer (Lake City Honda/Kawasaki, Warsaw, IN) as much as anything, but I've never been hassled. Owner knows me when I walk in and goes out of their way to make me happy. Metric shops don't throw test rides like candy the way HD does, but my shop takes care of me.

 

Wow. I'd just give up riding dude. Dang batteries anyway.