Thu, 22 Oct 1998 14:13:58 +0100
- Message No. 4329
From: Peter
Subject: Re: Honda genuine parts prices
Have you all gone to sleep on this subject or what !!! ;-)
I have received a few prices on a new @ but nothing else so far, presumably
you will all send the info at once, wont you.....
don't worry if there are more than one of you in a country, If I get more
than one response I can compare the prices better.
from my current experience it seems the local dealers are slightly reluctant
to prepare such a big list just on spec, So I would suggest you don't
mention its a general list and pretend they are parts you actually require
now, that way they tend to be a little more helpful :)
so come on, I look forward to your letters. and it is to your advantage.
PS. many thanks to those that have responded so far
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a copy of requirements.
> Attn All list members.
>
> OK guys, seems the idea is popular, so it would be best to set up a
> website so
> that it can be a permanent feature, but its very important that we all
> chip in
> and help each other to make it work, so don't just sit back and take it
> easy,
> it will require us to do some telephoning to our local Honda dealers and
> any
> other places that will be of interest,
> We'll need to make up a list of the parts we need to compare prices on,
> I
> would suggest it to include all service items such as,
>
Model XRV750 RD07 1995 (normal prices please)
1: Front and Rear wheel bearing kits
2: Complete fork seal repair kit
3: Complete steering head bearing kit
4: Speedometer Cable
5:Clutch Cable
6:brake pads front and rear
7:Oil and fuel filters
8: chain and sprockets set complete
9: spark plugs
10: tyres (Honda rec)
11: Discs front and rear
12: Battery
13: cost of Full service
BODY PARTS (terms used as per Honda manual)
1:Upper Cowl (which is front fairing)
2:Windshield Screen
3:Side Cowl-left\right (side panel onto front fairing)
4:Side Cowl quick screw (fancy clips that hold panel on)
5:Fuel Tank
6:Exhaust System complete
7:Exhaust muffler only
8:Fork Cover left\right (plastic leg shield)
9:Fork Boot left\right (gaiter)
10:Side Cover left\right (side panels under seat)
11:Wheels front\rear
12: Rear Shock absorber
> When you call your dealers call at least 2 or 3 different ones to make
> sure the price's are consistent and try to make one of these the Honda
> Importers for your country theirs are the prices all the dealers should
> be based on, be sure to specify and specify again that you want prices
> for genuine Honda parts only or Honda specified parts in the case of the
> chain etc. (Honda don't make chains but where they do not manufacture
> the parts themselves they still specify a standard)
>
> base the prices on a mid range model a 1995 XRV750.
>
> ADVICE
>
> a section on helpful advice
>
> A list of Honda dealers\mechanics who we have tried and KNOW offer good
> service and value for money,
>
> A list of non Honda dealers who offer the same service and do use
> genuine
> Honda parts,
>
> A list of the dealers to avoid, for example here in south Essex I would
> not
> recommend any Honda dealers.
>
> The best parcel delivery system for the relevant countries,
>
> and maybe a network of our @ friends who could offer emergency
> help\advice\accommodation etc. with contact details phone, email,
> location (nearest big town) etc., (how much detail you give is up to you
> I would suggest just an email address initially and you can give phone
> and address via email privately)
>
> A list of people prepared to offer accommodation, camping or know of
> good places to stay
>
> A list of things to do near your town with your @ such as a really nice
> 12000 metre ascent on an old Roman goat track :)
>
> so get your thinking caps on and let me know what should be considered,
> what
> the site should comprise of, and once we have established the content of
> a
> website, maybe next week we could do some calling on our local dealers
> and get
> some prices of the various bits n pieces.
>
> One point to bear in mind, a Honda dealer is not a Honda dealer although
>
> prices and service should be similar from dealer to dealer (in the same
> country) we all know that there are good and bad in every sector, so it
> will
> probably be necessary to get quotes from 2 or 3 dealers in your area to
> make
> sure they are consistent, or even to call the your Countries Honda
> Importer to
> find out what the prices should be as they are normally set by them,
> and before you recommend a dealer or a company make sure either you or
> someone
> you know have actually tried them,
>
> I know here that Honda UK have always been excellent in offering advice
> and
> prices for the dealer network in the UK and telling you how their
> dealerships
> should be operating and the standards they should adhere to, and of
> course if
> you have a problem with a Honda dealer whatever the reason be sure to
> let the
> Country importer know.
>
> so let me know what you would like to see on the list, regards new\used
> parts
> and service, accessories etc.
>
> in fact let me know ANY views you have on what the content should be.
>
> send any correspondence to me directly at
> philz@netcomuk.co.uk.
>
> remember for it to work we ALL need to help out here.
>
> cheers
>
> Pete (UK)
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