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**fazer** · 26th March 2007, 12:30

To cut a long story short, I am interested in getting the new Triumph Tiger, done the research etc, all I needed to do is see one in the flesh. The aforementioned Triumph/Harley dealer in Onekawa has a white one in stock. So I had a look at it, poked it, stroked it, the usual. After a few minutes I was asked if I was ok. I asked if I could sit on it. `No, sorry, it`s brand new, we don`t allow people to sit on new bikes`. All the usual questions came to mind, but I was so amazed at the this reply, I shook my head, said thanks and walked out. Can someone explain how this logic works? or is it me? Says on Tardme that a Demo is available, as long as you don`t sit on it! Mrs will thank them, she can have her spa now!!!!!!

rant over.

**Dooly** · 26th March 2007, 13:57

Interesting. I have seen the sign there saying that.

All I know from my dealings is that I was allowed to take a used 05 S/Triple for a spin before I confirmed my order for my one.
I have found my dealings with them over my purchase professional and fine.

But your point is valid, and its always good to buy local.

**Macktheknife** · 26th March 2007, 15:44

Not allowed to sit on it is a bit rich, I can understand if they won't let you take it for a test ride, but not allowed to sit on it? Go somewhere else and find a test model.

**fazer** · 26th March 2007, 15:49

It was the manner more than anything, you would have thought I had asked for the crown jewels! He only had to say that they preferred that I didn`t, but have a demo out the back if you would like to see it, I would have been happy. Thanks for offer BTW, but not going to give in that easy. Will try P/North soon.

**denill** · 26th March 2007, 15:58

Yeah, I know how you felt!

I'm not a kid and I thought I would do the 'right' thing and ask if I could sit on 750 Cruiser. Bit amazed/pissed off/ surprised/ speechless when I was told "No sorry" and just staggered out of the showroom. The irony was that they did not know that I owned the building they were leasing.

If goodwill counts (and I'm sure it does) - not a good call

**Crasherfromwayback** · 26th March 2007, 16:06

Originally Posted by fazer

To cut a long story short, I am interested in getting the new Triumph Tiger, done the research etc, all I needed to do is see one in the flesh. The aforementioned Triumph/Harley dealer in Onekawa has a white one in stock. So I had a look at it, poked it, stroked it, the usual. After a few minutes I was asked if I was ok. I asked if I could sit on it. `No, sorry, it`s brand new, we don`t allow people to sit on new bikes`. All the usual questions came to mind, but I was so amazed at the this reply, I shook my head, said thanks and walked out. Can someone explain how this logic works? or is it me? Says on Tardme that a Demo is available, as long as you don`t sit on it! Mrs will thank them, she can have her spa now!!!!!!

rant over.

Get your butt down here mate!

We've got a brand new demo tiger you're welcome to come and ride!!

Pete @ Wellington Motorcycles

**Zukin** · 26th March 2007, 16:09

Originally Posted by fazer

It was the manner more than anything, you would have thought I had asked for the crown jewels! He only had to say that they preferred that I didn`t, but have a demo out the back if you would like to see it, I would have been happy. Thanks for offer BTW, but not going to give in that easy. Will try P/North soon.

Hi there

So will you be selling the DR?
After seeing yours I have decieded to get one

Cheers Scott

**shafty** · 26th March 2007, 17:31

Bayride here in Tauranga have a demo Tiger too - give Lindsay a holler

**merv** · 26th March 2007, 18:19

Originally Posted by denill

I'm not a kid and I thought I would do the 'right' thing and ask if I could sit on 750 Cruiser. Bit amazed/pissed off/ surprised/ speechless when I was told "No sorry" and just staggered out of the showroom. The irony was that they did not know that I owned the building they were leasing.

It was never like that at Hawkes Bay Motor Cycles when you were selling bikes.

**fazer** · 26th March 2007, 20:15

Nice one Denill

Have been used to some crap after sales service (UK), not had any presale before!

Thanks crash and shafty.

Zukin - fraid not, still trying to come to terms with back sliding about! thinking about trading the fjr.

**denill** · 26th March 2007, 21:37

Originally Posted by merv

It was never like that at Hawkes Bay Motor Cycles when you were selling bikes.

Hey Merv. You've got a good memory! Yes. The best way to sell a bike was to just give em the keys and say 'Try it out." Worked most times and still works now. And would have worked in Fazer's case I would bet. Then he wouldn't have to face the prospect of dealing out of town. Buggered if i know where some sales people come from?
Good luck any how Fazer. It will be worth it in the end..................

**fazer** · 26th March 2007, 22:41

You are absolutely right Denill. Anyone worth their salt would probably identify the customers intentions within a few minutes of entering the premises and act accordingly. Still, their loss.

Time to drawer a line under this episode.............Wonder what the Honda VFR is like????????

**Crasherfromwayback** · 27th March 2007, 08:08

Originally Posted by fazer

You are absolutely right Denill. Anyone worth their salt would probably identify the customers intentions within a few minutes of entering the premises and act accordingly. Still, their loss.

Time to drawer a line under this episode.............Wonder what the Honda VFR is like????????

Hey there....if you do feel like making the trip down to see us Fazer....we've got a new Sprint ST demo you can ride as well!