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Drive Belt Tensioner
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ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Because they can...at this time. :thumbup:
hchays
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I have said the same thing over and over. It doesn't help that a lot of people buy things with emotion. People pre-order and put down payments on new model Spyders without even knowing what the end cost will be. It's the same with aftermarket parts. Not to mention the Spyder market is a small market so the demand is not there to create a lot of competition. Thus allowing people to charge whatever they want and people will buy it. I fought the belt tensioner issue for quite a while. I drew up a couple of different drawings to fabricate my own tensioner without duplicating anyone else's. I just never got the time to actually fabricate it. So I ended up buying a SmoothSpyder belt tensioner. It's a well made piece and does a very good job. I still think the price is a little high for what it is, but it is built well, easy to install and works very well.
Chupaca
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Because we asked for it....
sadly we are at fault. We pay what they ask until the aftermarket guy get into it. Now many of them are cashing in as well. Much like anything that says Harley...:dontknow: we pay for the name and the products in many cases are all made in the same place by the same people for the same price...:dontknow:
sadly we are at fault. We pay what they ask until the aftermarket guy get into it. Now many of them are cashing in as well. Much like anything that says Harley...:dontknow: we pay for the name and the products in many cases are all made in the same place by the same people for the same price...:dontknow:
kep-up
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I understand all about R&D, limited market, recovering investment, making a profit, etc. But belt tensioning ain't new technology. Fitment to various applications is what changes, so some design work has to be accomplished, incurring cost. OK. But 500% above existing tech?
C'mon guys. We want the best equipment available, but I for one don't want to be ripped off.
C'mon guys. We want the best equipment available, but I for one don't want to be ripped off.
Gray Ghost
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IMHO the limited market is what drives up the cost of most motorcycle accessories, especially when you are talking about an item that really only applies to one model or manufacturer. If you truly feel that you are being ripped off, you always have the option of designing and building one of your own design.
ahh-cool
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Let's see if I get this straight. You understand about R&D, profit, and the like. I could build you one for $75. but it might not work since I don't make enough to test it. It might not fit correctly because I don't make enough to buy tooling or to replace my worn out tools.
But most important, if it damages your bike, you know I can't fix it because I don't have that kind of money.
Have you ever ordered a pizza to be delivered. How much was that compared to making it yourself
I too believe that most of the aftermarket items that are sold for the Motorcycle, Boat, Plane (pick one) are too expensive. I just exercise my power to buy it or not
Stefan
But most important, if it damages your bike, you know I can't fix it because I don't have that kind of money.
Have you ever ordered a pizza to be delivered. How much was that compared to making it yourself
I too believe that most of the aftermarket items that are sold for the Motorcycle, Boat, Plane (pick one) are too expensive. I just exercise my power to buy it or not
Stefan
Likely
you paid about the same for your F-150 as you did for your spyder. Difference is that there are more F-150's than spyders. Wait for a while and you'll see things happen in the spyder market like what's happening in the Harley market right now. Right now you can't give a Harley away. Soon the spyder after-market will take the first hit ie; more parts than bikes. Secondly, now that BRP has guinea pigged the public and is producing a quality spider, those pre-2014 bikes will fall rapidly in value. There are many forces beyond your/my control that influence the market. Don't be too shocked if the spyder goes the way of the Edsel. God I hope not, but it could happen.
you paid about the same for your F-150 as you did for your spyder. Difference is that there are more F-150's than spyders. Wait for a while and you'll see things happen in the spyder market like what's happening in the Harley market right now. Right now you can't give a Harley away. Soon the spyder after-market will take the first hit ie; more parts than bikes. Secondly, now that BRP has guinea pigged the public and is producing a quality spider, those pre-2014 bikes will fall rapidly in value. There are many forces beyond your/my control that influence the market. Don't be too shocked if the spyder goes the way of the Edsel. God I hope not, but it could happen.
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
A possible good effect(s) on pre 2014 bikes going down in value. Good for those buying, encouragement to hang on to a perfectly good :spyder2:, more people enjoying the ride. Less initial cost on joining the party.
I have yet to trade off a :ani29: or a motorcycle that was not in perfect condition. I had to have the newest and latest, and yes, it did cost me a bit.
And yes, I agree on voting with your checkbook as to whether or not you really "need" an aftermarket or OEM farkle item. Regular maintenance items are another story though. They kind of got us there. :thumbup:
Yep
you're right on for the most part. I think as time goes on folks will be coming up with sources for "O" rings, washers and filters at one forth the price of OEM supplies. And as far as I know they don't design a new motorcycle around an "O" ring and an filter. I've walked into my local friendly hydraulic shop with a fist full of "O" rings and washers and walked out with new ones that exactly replaced to old ones for no more than pocket change, and ever one's happy. Time will tell. By the way, Happy New Year up there.
you're right on for the most part. I think as time goes on folks will be coming up with sources for "O" rings, washers and filters at one forth the price of OEM supplies. And as far as I know they don't design a new motorcycle around an "O" ring and an filter. I've walked into my local friendly hydraulic shop with a fist full of "O" rings and washers and walked out with new ones that exactly replaced to old ones for no more than pocket change, and ever one's happy. Time will tell. By the way, Happy New Year up there.
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