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What a bunch of dealership morons/ Seaford, Delaware

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AB2057

Discussion Starter · #1 · 4 mo ago

So I was being lazy and trying to get out of riding my Springfield to Annapolis for the first service. I called the Indian dealer in Seaford Delaware that is only 20 minutes from my house to check to see when they could do it and the cost. I never got past the cost as the service manager told me anywhere between $300 and $500. I mean really! It should be a flat fee unless there is a non-warranty issue they find. If they want $500 just say so. Don't try to pull me in and screw me over after my bike is in their hands. It's safe to say these guys won't be around long. I was quoted $290 at the other dealer. Which is bad enough, but I'll bite the bullet on the first service.

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WillyH

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#4 · 4 mo ago

It's as much a money grab as anything else. I'd change the oil & filter myself, then check nuts'n bolts, belt alignment, plus battery & ground connections to ensure all is well. Plus check anything else that comes to mind. These are things I do to my Vintage 1 or 2 times a season anyways. If you are at all mechanically inclined you'll likely do as good a job or better than the dealer.