Recent content by ajs3898

Yes, $14,200 is out the door, everything included. I don't have any experience purchasing motorcycles, which is why I'm asking here, better to find out prior that its a good deal, then find out after that I got screwed. I just raise an eyebrow at the advertised price of 11,500 being increased...

I'm in Long Beach, CA. Willing to travel a few hours if it means getting the right deal. I just got back from that dealer, and they are holding firm at $14,200 for everything (TTL $200 and admin $1,500) out the door. It is robbery.

so roughly $14k for an ES...not too far off, thanks.

lol yea I was thinking about asking for one still in the crate.

I know, its in the back of my mind too... I've been looking at these for 2 years now, and I know I won't buy it if its something I don't want. Gotta start sometime.

Couldn't of said it better myself about the value of Yamaha.

Thanks for writing back, yes the admin fees do not include tax, title, license...which is why I didn't want to pay it, but that seems to be the game here in California. Thats why I was curious if $14,200 out the door was a decent price for a new 16 ES. I can't find another dealer that wont go...

I'm seeking any advice I can get. I've been up and down this forum, reading everything I can. I'm in the market to purchase my first motorcycle. I have my motorcycle license, through the MSF course, 32 years old, 6'3", 275 lbs... so a little starter bike isn't gonna do it for me. I figure...