07-17-2014, 12:01 AM
Sister shop that I used to work for years ago let a fellow test ride a dual sport bike. Signed a waiver, said he could ride etc. In the parking lot he wheelied the thing into the parts managers car and got hurt. Came back with a lawyer threatening to sue if they didn't pay to his hospital bills.
No more test rides.
For every 1 guy that walks because he can't get a test ride there are a hundred that will buy so as a customer you have no juice. European bike dealerships for the most will allow test rides but I think the demographics are in their favor for now so the risk is less. If I was a dealer, unless I personally knew you and held you in high regard, no test rides. That is putting my livelihood at risk and it's not worth it. Besides, if you are that fussy now, pre-sale, you may not be worth the hassle as a customer.
No more test rides.
For every 1 guy that walks because he can't get a test ride there are a hundred that will buy so as a customer you have no juice. European bike dealerships for the most will allow test rides but I think the demographics are in their favor for now so the risk is less. If I was a dealer, unless I personally knew you and held you in high regard, no test rides. That is putting my livelihood at risk and it's not worth it. Besides, if you are that fussy now, pre-sale, you may not be worth the hassle as a customer.