[CBRockers]

I was just wondering...how much does this usually cost?

I asked the service guy at the bike shop today and he said 'Between $400 - $600. That seems pretty vague to me.

How much did you pay?

 

[DamianW]

Just do a search on 'outrageous 1st service quotes' -- you'll get the full range of prices that dealership service shops have been charging members. Mine was NZ$218 (approx US$165) including valve clearance inspection.

 

[MrShadow]

It's only just dawned on me... When you buy a car, the first service (normally also 1,000 km) is usually free (Mazda, Subaru, Toyota and Audi at least). Why are bikes have so different? Curious.

 

[DamianW]

It's only just dawned on me... When you buy a car, the first service (normally also 1,000 km) is usually free (Mazda, Subaru, Toyota and Audi at least). Why are bikes have so different? Curious.

Just a guess: maybe dealer margins on new bikes are comparatively low with the main income coming from used bike sales, parts, accessories and servicing? Maybe, the dealership has to meet a sales quota for new units sold per month / quarter that is set by the manufacturer.

 

[CBRockers]

Just do a search on 'outrageous 1st service quotes' -- you'll get the full range of prices that dealership service shops have been charging members. Mine was NZ$218 (approx US$165) including valve clearance inspection.

Thank you ...great advice in there.

Looking at it, i'll be happy to pay $250 max as long as I know the valves have been inspected and adjusted accordingly. (If needed, of course)

 

[rocketalpha]

Freindly Yamamha in Baton Rouge said, mine would be $125.

 

[rjones91]

Depends on location as different dealers charge different rates.

 

[CBRMike]

I paid about 135.

 

[FastAndy]

Rockers PM me and I'll give you a contact for a local shop.