STEALERSHIP TAKING ME FOR A RIDE

[riccoh]

So I have to admit that I'm really good at writing checks instead of doing the dirty work, but so far I had a oil change and checking the torque on the wheels and basic maintenance that came to 170.00 at 100 miles and again at 500 miles... I figure that is normal rate for bikes... I call to make an apointment to get another oil change at 700 miles and change the oil plug and crush ring since its leaking... and guess what its going to be another 170.00,,,
Apparently that is the only button that works on the register "for suckers press here"
I just took my mazdaspeed MX5 in and for a full service (oil, filter, tire rotation, window seal replacement and window adjustments, compresion check, coolant and wiper fluid I only paid 120.00
I know that cars and bikes are different but I guess that I rather spend the money on a lift, spools and a nice tool kit (hhmm I do have a full craftman tool chest Custom Painted)and start doing basic maintenance myself.. I rather have something to show for that just giving money away... and who nows I might learn something...

 

[omslaw]

I've done all the maintenance on my Busa since the day I picked her up. I've learned a lot about a Busa by doing this.

I agree with you, if you're inclined, put the $$ on a lift and tools - that's what I did and am happy with my decision.

my

 

[frisbee]

Dude you were robbed! And what is checking the torque on the wheels? I've never heard about anyone doing that . ( I know that every bolt has a torque spec ) but checking the torque ? Okay i'll take a torque wrench and see if it clicks , yep it did , well that was worth $70 . Your shop is scamming you !

 

[frisbee]

by the way bra , You spelled Honolulu wrong. Don't worry I won't tell , i'm from Ewa !

 

[swimmer7946]

spend the cash for stands, tools, a manual...this site has tips and tutorials for just about everything!!! I'm a firm believer that a true motorcycle rider gets his/her own hands dirty and bonds w the machine...

 

[GoldenChild]

Most shop rates are $85 or better a hour plus parts and that is normal dealership pricing...

 

[V-Max 2 Busa]

I bought my 05 Busa from a fella in Idaho that took it in to the Suzuki dealership for all service work, reciepts show $62.83 for oil change.

 

[riccoh]

well I guess I just got robbed again since I did take it in and got the 600 miles maintenance check done... I did save 9 dollars (total was 191.00) because "everythig was good"

I just hate getting dirty and its a lot easier to swipe a card than to waste a few hours of my time...

But I will taking everyone's inputs and will start to learn more about the busa other than just putting gas...
Don't get me wrong I and very mechanical inclined( I did my brothers SR20DET swap in his nissan, rebuilt a few motors for a few mustangs friends and lets not get strated in the polishing everything under the hood of my miata... that was fun but retarted...but when it comes to my own cars I just opt to take them in...

 

[goodluck]

sounds like you should just work on it yourself, my bikes have never seen the shop since i left on them

 

[Aquaman]

Unless you came here to B/S, then roll up yer sleeves, put on your favorite radio station, get your bike up on stands and get out the tools! There aint too much that you wont be able to do yourself because there are always good peeps to help you out! And a lotta times, you just may get someone to show up at yer house!!

 

[el stumpo]

I'm confused.. you'll do engine swaps, engine rebuilds and polishing - but won't spend 30mins to change the filter and oil? Too many stories of dealers screwing something up for me. I'd rather do it myself and know it's done right.

I did have to go to the stealer the other day though - for a safety inspection (registration)

Aloha

 

[TIMMYDUCK]

Letting other people with a certificate from MMI touch your personal land missle is a huge mistake in my book.

Forget about the money spent.

It's the oversight of not doing something properly that will come bite you in the behind.

 

[riccoh]

Well as much as I love working on cars, the last few years work has een a killer and I barely spent time at home trust me been gone 286 a year sucks, but know that I have all the time in the world I'm looking forward to fixing my garage, and make it more work friendly,I'm in honolulu and I have seen and heard of a lot of busas around here but I rarely see one around...
I can wrench on cars all day, But I do know there is a huge difference between the two and since is a new bike I hesitate on even the easiest task, Hell I don't even know how to take the fairings off and have no idea how any of that looks under the faring,
I admit that when it comes to wrenching on bikes I'm a total NOOB, and my other problem is availability of parts here in Hawaii for a busa... so maybe I just take the plunge once I can get a service manual or something that will ease me into really getting to know her better,  

with that I guess i just

since

 

[TIMMYDUCK]

There are some old time Hawaiian guys on here I am pretty sure

Should be 1 or 2 on your island.

Seek them out and you shall be rewarded with knowledge hopefully.

Otherwise, you could always fly me out and I'll pack my Busa doctors bag and fill your head with #'s and procedures till the dolphins come home.

 

[Mr Bogus]

I've done all the maintenance on my Busa since the day I picked her up. I've learned a lot about a Busa by doing this.

I agree with you, if you're inclined, put the $$ on a lift and tools - that's what I did and am happy with my decision.

my

+1 plus this site is a great resource for finding out exactly how or how not to do something... (I will volunteer Omar's talents for the cost of airfare and food

)

 

[cobravenom39]

Well as much as I love working on cars, the last few years work has een a killer and I barely spent time at home trust me been gone 286 a year sucks, but know that I have all the time in the world I'm looking forward to fixing my garage, and make it more work friendly,I'm in honolulu and I have seen and heard of a lot of busas around here but I rarely see one around...
I can wrench on cars all day, But I do know there is a huge difference between the two and since is a new bike I hesitate on even the easiest task, Hell I don't even know how to take the fairings off and have no idea how any of that looks under the faring,
I admit that when it comes to wrenching on bikes I'm a total NOOB, and my other problem is availability of parts here in Hawaii for a busa... so maybe I just take the plunge once I can get a service manual or something that will ease me into really getting to know her better,  

with that I guess i just

since

I only knew about cars, too, but jeez, the bikes simple compared to a car. Just download the manual on your laptop and take it out to the bike. I think its fun to take it apart to clean underneath and see the underpinnings to see how everything works. Plus, I feel like I have a stronger bond with it if I've seen it naked.

 

[Highlander]

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[orangecrush08]

when i get mine its not going back either, but what does this do to my big 'ol 1 yr factory warranty since i cant prove the oil has been changed at proper intervals?

 

[Aquaman]

when i get mine its not going back either, but what does this do to my big 'ol 1 yr factory warranty since i cant prove the oil has been changed at proper intervals?

You can prove it! save your slips and take a pic of your odo reading the day you purchase and do your maintenance... See, easy!

 

[Wag]

In the time it takes to ride the bike to the dealership and then ride it home, you could have done the entire oil change.

Assuming you know how to change the oil!!!

--Wag--