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Avoid Aprilia
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20-01-2012 7:26pm#1
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Andromeda_111 wrote: »Pity you had problems with your new steed, but Aprillia's are beautiful in whatever colour you are given.....lucky git
They are beautiful, and, in common with most good art, spends a lot of time .....immobile. Sad, but true - I have an 02 one. It took, fully, ONE YEAR to get parts for it, and that thanks to a dealer in Texas.
I tried Bikeworld. Waste of time. They don't know, and they care less. The then Ducati Dublin did fill in the missing pieces.....but lead times from Italy was absolutely appalling. Ultimate parts in the UK tried very hard fir me, but were only partially successful.
I rang the factory in Noale, direct, several times, and even actually spoke to 'customer service's at the plant, and they were condescending **** of the highest order. The couldn't give a monkey's - once the bike has left the factory, they have (your) money, and that's all they give a **** about.
As for the RSVR, it is gorgeous, but really, when did you ever here of any other brand where the press bikes, on the official launch, threw not one, but several cranks? Quality (out-of) Control.
They still can't wire a bike for ****e, and you could probably get a bulk deal on Regulator/Rectifiers......you'll need them. They know sweet FA about how to build a reliable oil pump, either.....
Still want another one though........but only if it's within a 5 minute ride if a knowledgeable dealer. So, Texas it is then.......:|
So, what ARE you going to do now? A Triumph would be a good alternative, European choice. Even a Ducati.Ode To The Motorist
“And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road”
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Last couple of times I got my bike serviced there was an RSV 1000 R in the garage, both times the engine was spread across the workbench. Both times I asked what's the story with the Aprillia, and a similar volley of curses came from the mechanic!
Mototecnic near KCR specialise in Italian bikes, I'd go there for servicing. Worth putting up with problems purely for the sound of them
And for the record, I bought a brand new BMW from Joe Duffy and got it in the wrong colour. It's not just bikeworld/aprillia that are incompetent. Mine had the wrong tyres on it too. Rang up to confirm them too. "Yeah, yeah, we know, we know". :rolleyes:0 -
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Last couple of times I got my bike serviced there was an RSV 1000 R in the garage, both times the engine was spread across the workbench. Both times I asked what's the story with the Aprillia, and a similar volley of curses came from the mechanic!
Mototecnic near KCR specialise in Italian bikes, I'd go there for servicing. Worth putting up with problems purely for the sound of them
And for the record, I bought a brand new BMW from Joe Duffy and got it in the wrong colour. It's not just bikeworld/aprillia that are incompetent. Mine had the wrong tyres on it too. Rang up to confirm them too. "Yeah, yeah, we know, we know". :rolleyes:
Just to clarify, I'm not buying via Bikeworld. I've never had a problem with Bikeworld. They've always treated me well, though they are a little expensive.0 -
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CrazyRabbit wrote: »Thanks for all the tips on repair/servicing locations. A great bunch of optimists here.
Don't forget your breakdown assistance.0 -
CrazyRabbit wrote: »Thanks for all the tips on repair/servicing locations. A great bunch of optimists here.
So, are you still taking it? Or going to go for something else?Ode To The Motorist
“And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road”
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Hopefully you get it on Friday and then you can spend the weekend tinkering with it and getting to know all it's ins and outs though probably not riding it if the weather turns like it's supposed to!