Fair points. I think having a good local tips the scale in many cases. One of the nearer bike shops to me seems to spend more time and effort (and probably makes more money) flogging overpriced Harley Davidsons and associated leather jackets rather than being interested in bits and pieces for 'reconditioners'. I can see the business sense in it too.
I'm in Bayside Melbourne, so would welcome any recommendations for Yam dealers - I'll happily go for a chat and to look at bikes...
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Originally Posted by navalarchitect
I buy some of my parts on line from the States, but lately I've going back to using the local dealer, even though there is a premium. Admittedly I'm lucky - I have a good local shop two kilometres down the road owned and staffed by some very experienced people. The good advice and friendship I've got there is worth far more than the saving I make by going off shore. Also how can I expect it to be there on a Saturday morning when I need an oil filter in a hurry if all the rest of the time I'm taking my business elsewhere?
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