Tough Times for Big Dog I Guess

[meyerld]

Was at my dealer today to pick up an 06 service manual for the K-9 and the guys at the service counter told me it is getting very tough to deal with BDM - slow delivery on items, don't return calls, some items are not available or they won't send them - stuff like that. They were pretty bumbed out. It was sad to hear it. I hope they recover - its a great product. After riding my K-9 around, based on comfort only it would be hard to go back to the Fatboy.

 

[OrangeSkullz]

Sad news indeed, but I have a hunch it's going to get worse for the company. If they were turning a profit Coleman wouldn't be looking for a buyer. And right now is NOT a good time to be in the motorcycle business.

 

[Raywood]

It is tough times for every company out there. BDM has laid off or furloughed most employees so hence the delay in parts and stuff. But they are thinking ahead and hopefully will be able to pull out of this tough times. I'm remaining optimistic that they will make it and want to do what I can to support the company.
If you need parts we have several sponsors on here that may be able to help you out if your dealer can't.

Viva BDM :2thumbs:

 

[linx]

If BDM is running a scab crew, then it would make sense that it is taking a while.

 

[OrangeSkullz]

If BDM is running a scab crew, then it would make sense that it is taking a while.

running a scab crew isn't the only reason. When there are no parts/supplies in stock for a decent sized company, it's a scary situation.

Us that have AIH bikes know exactly what that type of business leads to....................

 

[DrtyJack75]

Fatboy vs K9 in comfort

Was at my dealer today to pick up an 06 service manual for the K-9 and the guys at the service counter told me it is getting very tough to deal with BDM - slow delivery on items, don't return calls, some items are not available or they won't send them - stuff like that. They were pretty bumbed out. It was sad to hear it. I hope they recover - its a great product. After riding my K-9 around, based on comfort only it would be hard to go back to the Fatboy.

the K9 is more comfortable than your Fatboy? Im not doubting you....Ive only ridden Sport Bikes and my cousin says his Fatboy is soooo comfortable. Touring bike from what HD says....

Im bout to buy my first BD...(07 K9) this week....Im sooo damn excited!!

 

[erldawg]

Times are rough all over I've been unemployed since Nov. 1...sucks for a large group of people.
Hopefully BDM will make it through the tough times.