07-18-2016, 02:55 AM
VALK1, as others already mentioned, you can still get the standard 2014 brand new. Most dealers offer $1000 off immediately, but if you shop around you should be able to get $2000 off MSRP. I got mine several months ago and love it.
Like you, I really really wanted a Deluxe. Not for any of the added features, I just wanted a RED Honda. Then I finally "settled" for the Standard and I have to admit, I really like the black better. I've seen several Deluxe models since, and the black Standard is a prettier bike. I know that's subjective, but still. Take a look at one in person, you could change your mind too.
That said, right after I got it, I saw several used Deluxe models (Texas area) with very minimal mileage. I even saw a new Deluxe 2013 model north of Austin, but the dealer wanted full MSRP on that one. Keep looking, there are good deals out there.
Like you, I really really wanted a Deluxe. Not for any of the added features, I just wanted a RED Honda. Then I finally "settled" for the Standard and I have to admit, I really like the black better. I've seen several Deluxe models since, and the black Standard is a prettier bike. I know that's subjective, but still. Take a look at one in person, you could change your mind too.
That said, right after I got it, I saw several used Deluxe models (Texas area) with very minimal mileage. I even saw a new Deluxe 2013 model north of Austin, but the dealer wanted full MSRP on that one. Keep looking, there are good deals out there.