EXCESSIVE
Tourer
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 429
Likes: 1
From: California
RE: EXCESSIVE
I had the same problem, $600 for setup. Didn't want to pay it.
Checked around and spoke with few guys who I trust, and they said that the dealer, for liability reasons, have to make sure every nut/bolt is right, so they spend about 6 hours unpacking and going over the bike. Still don't like to be charged for these thigs cuz I think that is just part of their doing business. I don't know about $800... seems a bit high.
Checked around and spoke with few guys who I trust, and they said that the dealer, for liability reasons, have to make sure every nut/bolt is right, so they spend about 6 hours unpacking and going over the bike. Still don't like to be charged for these thigs cuz I think that is just part of their doing business. I don't know about $800... seems a bit high.
RE: EXCESSIVE
Shop around. Go out of state if you have to-it makes for a great break-in ride. That is what I did on my last new bike purchase. You could possibly save much more than just the freight/setup fees. My friend has bought 6 of the last 8 bikes out of state, all SE models. He has saved enough money over what the locals wanted to pay for an Ultra.
Cruiser
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 129
Likes: 0
From:
RE: EXCESSIVE
I told them the setup and freight charges was a deal breaker and I was walkin...they removed those two items but you can bet your little poodle they got their money anyway...
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
Jason Momoa Is Turning Classic Harleys Into PHEVs
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Becomes a Dark, Decepticon-Inspired Custom
Verdad Gallardo
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public
Verdad Gallardo
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window
Verdad Gallardo
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
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
Thread Starter
|
2nd Gear
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
RE: EXCESSIVE
Problem I have is the only two HD dealers with 300 miles are owned by the same company. I am going to check with some out of state/area dealers, just to see if anyone will deal given the time of year and current sales. I've got time, winter is here, although I ride in 35* weather, most don't.
Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 714
Likes: 0
From: Western,NC
RE: EXCESSIVE
I called several dealers in NC, some wanted $345 freight, $295 doc fees and various prices for setup. I found a dealer in Hickory, NC that charged me MSRP and $295 doc fees, no freight or set up on my 08 RG. It pays to call around.