Had about 20 OEM items for carb (needle, jets, clips etc.), header/engine gasket, header/muffler gasket for switchover to a KLX300 exhaust ... on order from Motorsports.com.

Until they told me I wouldn't receive them until the 26th at the earliest "due to back order".

Took my part number list to local Kawi dealer, they had all the main jets in stock, the rest they verified would be in-hand in 7 business days max. And the cost? Only $4 (yes, four) than ordering on-line.

I think given the current economic conditions many "smart" dealers are making conscious efforts to be cost-competitive with the internet. A little profit, is better than zero profit.

Another example ... I just bought an Olympia Air Glide mesh jacket at Fay Myers dealership in Denver for $99 + tax. Best price I could find online (other than Flea-Bay, which I just don't use unless last resort) was $149.

 

Another happy ending.....wait..... I mean, well..... you know. LOL

 

Even without the current economic Cluster "F" I thinks it's good to spread the word about good dealers and retailers, brick and mortor and online. So many seem to have an a sucky atitude.

Maybe someone can start a thread specific to good and bad sellers?