Extended Warranties. To purchase or not to purchase ?

[thehawk]

How can I think of it ...

... as a late fee when it doesn't even come into play for 22 more months? Sounds to me like a pre-payment such that BRP gets to use my money for almost 2 years. What don't I understand here?

thehawk

 

[boborgera]

... as a late fee when it doesn't even come into play for 22 more months? Sounds to me like a pre-payment such that BRP gets to use my money for almost 2 years. What don't I understand here?

thehawk

Whats not to understand?, They [brp] take your money up front ,Work off of it [invest it]so if some thing does break it doesn't cost them [brp] the full tab.
So if you need warranty work done it's like you made a co payment up front. And if you don't need any work, They [brp] smile.
And i guess you smile too, nothing broke.

 

[Motogordo]

Surcharge on BEST Warranty

Earlier today I was on BRPs website reviewing the info on the Best and Best Plus plans when I noticed a link to Florida coverage (http://en-us.spyder.brp.com/Files/en-US/Pdf/BEST_Protection_Florida.pdf). The only difference between that page and the non-Florida page was a reference to General Fidelity Insurance Company and a Florida insurance license number. It thus appears BRP has now found a way to sell their Best plans in Florida, although I did not investigate this any further since I don't live in Florida.

Do I understand correctly from this thread that there is a $75 charge by BRP if the Best policy is not purchased within 60 days of the Spyder purchase? When I purchased mine I was told I could purchase the Best plan any time while the original manufacturers warranty was still in effect and nothing was said about a surcharge. I'm past 60 days, do plan to purchase a Best plan, and won't be happy about never being informed of a surcharge that is also not mentioned on the BRP website, at least that I could find.

Mike

Aug.8, 2011
Believe it or not, I was told the same thing . They said you could purchase the warranty anytime during the 2 year period. Nothing was said about the 60 days, but if they show you the price schedule, it is listed right on the policy pricing. It is $75 for each year you add, up to 3 years $225. The only thing I can think of is that BRP want's to have you sign up right in the beginning. It is interesting how BRP and Zurich (which I used) gets to use your money for two years before the warranty even kicks in. Life in the fast lane. LOL.
Gordon

 

[Y Rider]

Even though the B.E.S.T. warranty doesn't really kick in until the original 2 year warranty expires you do get road side assistance with free towing (up to $200) right away.

 

[draboo]

I would give these folks a call if you are interested in a BEST warranty. No need to worry about how long you've owned it as long as your factory warranty is still in effect.

http://www.eastbaymotorsports.com/

The woman who sells em is a hoot!

 

[nightriderrg]

RT

George where did you buy your Spyder RT
RG

I stand corrected as I thought the BEST policy was from BRP....they sent me the policy paperwork after I bought it. I have a lot of faith in my dealer and she said this is the best policy to go with ...so I did. AS I said, I paid $800 and get 15% of any labor and parts....this discount was applied to my CB, XM, GPS, helmet headset and footrest. I am happy with this.

:spyder2:

 

[Dragracer]

When we purchased my wife's 09 new from Barney's in St. Petersburg, FL., we purchased the 5 year BEST policy with the bike.

That being said, don't be afraid of Zurich. They are a good company.

 

[liketoride2]

Some extended warranty companies subcontract (if that's the correct term) the administration of their policies to companies that specialize in that field, and that's who a policy holder deals with when they have a claim. Does anyone know if either the BEST or Zurich warranties happen to be administered by United Service Protection, Inc. of Saint Petersburg, Florida?

Mike