I am looking to buy a 2007 Suzuki SV650S. So far this decisions has been been placed on price, insurance cost, easability in riding (based on what I have reasearched), and overall looks. Once I get to the dealership it will get my final approval based on the feel when I actually get on it. But assuming that I still love the feel of the bike, how do I begin the haggling process. This is the first bike for me and I don't want to be taken advantage of. Currently near where I live, Los Angeles area, one is being adverticed as a new 2007 for $6199 OTD. Could this really be an out the door price? Can I haggle on an OTD price? Am i only allowed to touch and sit on the bike at the dealership? Could I ask them to throw in gear in the deal such as a jacket or a helmet or something?
The only way to haggle is to get other quotes. If its advertised cheap, it may be a "switch and bait". They'll tell you there was only one, and its sold, and another costs much more. Of course you can always say "can you throw in a ???", they buy that stuff at a discount anyway.
You can ask and they can say no. Most don't negotiate on bikes but are willing to throw in a helmet, jacket or gloves.
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