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10/11/2018 9:04am
I put a deposit down on ’19 CRF250 last week and the dealer calls me this afternoon to inform me that the bike crate arrived damaged. Apparently the swingarm was scratched by the front wheel rotor rubbing on it continuously while in transit. They received 3 new 250s, but of course mine was the only one that was impacted. They’re ordering a new swingarm and rotor and promise to have the repair completed by next week and he assures me that the damage is completely cosmetic. Now, naturally I’m dying to throw a leg over this new scoot but part of me is apprehensive about A.) paying for/accepting a bike that has been compromised without having actually assessed the severity of the damage myself and B.) leaving the repair in the dealer’s hands as I always work on my own bikes for obvious reasons. I already asked if it was possible to accept the bike as is and make the repair myself when the parts come in. I was told they cannot release the bike in this condition due contractual agreements etc etc and the repair must be made in house and the damage parts returned to Honda.
So, I basically have 2 options: waive this bike and wait a month or so for the next shipment to arrive or proceed with the purchase of the repaired one. Thoughts?
So, I basically have 2 options: waive this bike and wait a month or so for the next shipment to arrive or proceed with the purchase of the repaired one. Thoughts?
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I appreciate the reassurance,
If they refuse, do not purchase the bike. I would want to see the bike in its current condition myself, or refuse to purchase it.
I would not think twice about it, take the swing arm off and regrease/torque it anyways. Same deal as the linkage, steering stem, wheel bearings, air filter etc. etc. Its what most of us do anyways i thought.
Pit Row
If you could hear some of the stories that dealers could tell about "new" vehicles (especially autos) they've had to fix/finish/bend into shape, it would take some of the new lust out of your mind.
I would ask for pictures and possibly request one of the unfucked bikes.
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