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Old Mar 15, 2023 | 06:19 PM
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There are many reasons I don't bring my bike to dealer. One is you spend more time driving back and forth, getting someone to drive you, than it is worth.

But I still think you need red foreman.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2023 | 07:06 PM
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I think I can handle them without Red.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2023 | 07:23 PM
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I cant have others washing my bike either
Check for clear coat scratches.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2023 | 07:24 PM
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Seriously if I didn’t trust the dealership I would not have used them !
 
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Old Mar 15, 2023 | 07:38 PM
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Hard to develop trust unless you give them a shot. So far, so good.

I definitely looked the bike over before I took it. No scratches, no oil on the outside, etc. They actually look like they did a respectable job cleaning it up. I only had to touch up a few spots.
 

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Old Mar 15, 2023 | 08:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Black Ultra
Hard to develop trust unless you give them a shot. So far, so good.

I definitely looked the bike over before I took it. No scratches, no oil on the outside, etc. They actually look like they did a respectable job cleaning it up. I only had to touch up a few spots.

There are good dealerships out there... sadly there are too many around that are not....

Here's hoping you found a good one...!

I know of three dealerships I would trust with just about anything.... unfortunately the closest one is 500 miles away from where I live..... So I've become my own mechanic...

Enjoy the new bike....!
 
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Old Mar 15, 2023 | 09:04 PM
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Old Mar 15, 2023 | 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Black Ultra
I think I can handle them without Red.
Red needs to give you a kick in the butt, to stop your crying. You left your bike at dealership, and this thread.
How about Vito slapping Johnny FontainE?
 

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Just called to the dealer to see if the bike is done yet. I had expected them to call me this morning, but nothing. They tell me it has not been started on yet even though I brought it to them yesterday and made the appointment with them last week. The weather is supposed to get nasty this evening/tonight so they better get it done soon or I won't be able to take it home.
In all seriousness, Have you ever had a bike in the shop?
 
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Old Mar 16, 2023 | 06:59 AM
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Do you leave your bike at home when you go to work? Maybe you need a fidget spinner..
 
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