Cycle works in okotoks

[snopro]

What new diesel pickups don't come with a spare?

Ever buy a new truck? They list a spare tire in the option list and they usually run for $375 or better. Just pointing out that if you want a spare belt for your new sleigh then your gonna be paying for it unless your dealer is feeling charitable.

 

[shawnmcgr]

Paying $270 for a belt is insane? Why would you do that?

Polaris likely needs more of the blame here than Cycle Works.

I just picked up a belt for my Apex from Cycle Works for under $90. $270 is insane for a belt but Skidoo belts have been in the $200 range for years. If guys are willing to pay that much why wouldn't they charge that much? Calgary economics.

Supply and demand....now they know there is demand @ $270/belt.

You could always return it.

 

[Modman]

so many cheapskates on this site lmao..

you can buy a 13K sled,

haul it in a 30-70K truck

in a 5-20K trailer

but cant shell out 200 bucks for a belt and get mad at a dealer for not giving it away??

you gotta pay to play boys.. we all knew this sport wasnt cheap!!

Why do guys keep saying this?

Is to justify the fact they over paid and instead of admitting it, try to turn sledding into some elitist sport, only affordable to them and rich saudi kings? I thought sledding was a family sport.

I disagree wholeheartedly that you need to "pay to play", or get gouged on parts. If you wanna pay $14K for a new sled, stay in the most expensive hotel and brag about what it costs, that's your perogative. After dropping $14K on a sled I would expect something from the deal, especially on parts that wear and will need to be replaced more frequently, and magically that's where a huge mark up from the manufacturer comes in.....

Funny how Yamaha makes the 8DN belt that lasts for thousands of KMs on boosted yammy's and costs $85. Yet Polaris needs to charge over $200 for a belt designed to handle half the horsepower.

 

[fnDan]

I wouldn't have paid for it from the start. Cycleworks online parts finder lists the belt for just over $220. So it should have been $231 with gst.

 

[Dazzler]

Ever buy a new truck? They list a spare tire in the option list and they usually run for $375 or better. Just pointing out that if you want a spare belt for your new sleigh then your gonna be paying for it unless your dealer is feeling charitable.

As a matter of fact it just so happens that I have bought a couple new trucks!!!! lol Like 11 since 2000..... mostly one tons, and I don't recall asking for a spare tire????? they just came with one... weird huh...... I think this option list you speak of may have the engine and tranny on it as well... haven't seen too many running down the hyway without them either!!! I have also bought a couple new sleds as well and yes they do not come with spare belts or plugs and they are not on the snowcheck list or pre order list... point being.... your comparison is lame!!!

 

[Dazzler]

It's funny how a thread on an over priced belt turns into everthing but!!!! However I do appreciate threads like these unlike some other folks, as I assumed that the dealer accessory/parts pricing would be within a point or two! With this heads up I will make sure that I am not going to be caught in the Okotoks area needing a spare belt!!

 

[retiredpop]

Why do guys keep saying this?

Is to justify the fact they over paid and instead of admitting it, try to turn sledding into some elitist sport, only affordable to them and rich saudi kings? I thought sledding was a family sport.

I disagree wholeheartedly that you need to "pay to play", or get gouged on parts. If you wanna pay $14K for a new sled, stay in the most expensive hotel and brag about what it costs, that's your perogative. After dropping $14K on a sled I would expect something from the deal, especially on parts that wear and will need to be replaced more frequently, and magically that's where a huge mark up from the manufacturer comes in.....

Funny how Yamaha makes the 8DN belt that lasts for thousands of KMs on boosted yammy's and costs $85. Yet Polaris needs to charge over $200 for a belt designed to handle half the horsepower.

Yeah, I don't know why this is brought up all the time either. I totally agree with your post. Unfortunately this is getting to be unaffordable as a "family" sport anymore. Can anyone justify buying 4 or 5 sleds for the family unless they are beaters?

I guess Polaris has to make money to pay for all the warranty work on the 800's.

 

[markoo]

This is the way I see it. The dealer can charge you what ever they want. You have two choices. Pay the price or buy somewhere else. If a dealer wants your business they will charge you a fair price. If they just want your money than they will charge more than the next dealer. Find a dealer that will treat you right or order online.

 

[TylerG]

I think asking to see teh full invoice is fair. I've dealt with Cycle Works here in the Edmonton area for years now and I have 0 complaints. They've always been good to me and to other I know that have dealt with them.

If you have an issue with it, go in and talk to them.... maybe they typed something in wrong.... to err is human...... MAN UP and GO TALK TO THEM, instead of starting a crybaby whine fest on the internet.

 

[Teth-Air]

I think asking to see teh full invoice is fair. I've dealt with Cycle Works here in the Edmonton area for years now and I have 0 complaints. They've always been good to me and to other I know that have dealt with them.

If you have an issue with it, go in and talk to them.... maybe they typed something in wrong.... to err is human...... MAN UP and GO TALK TO THEM, instead of starting a crybaby whine fest on the internet.

I bought the belt for Johnny and I bought 2 new Pro's from Cycle Works this year so I thought they would do better for me. I would not have paid that much for myself but he was in Revy and he knew I was coming out so asked me to pick one up. If he knew how much it was going to be he would have cancelled the order.

To be fair to Cycle Works they did give me a coupon for a future purchase because I have bought lots from them (about $2000 in parts) but the flip side to their generosity is that the guy on the phone quoted me "about $220" and when I drove out there it was over $50 more. Now you want me to scan the invoice which is in my truck at home? What is the point? Bottom line is that Cycle Works is selling above list and if you choose to take your business there it is up to you.

Just look at the responses here, the big problem of guys ordering from the states and not supporting their local dealers has become a real problem but how can you blame the customer when they feel gouged.

 

[TylerG]

I bought the belt for Johnny and I bought 2 new Pro's from Cycle Works this year so I thought they would do better for me. I would not have paid that much for myself but he was in Revy and he knew I was coming out so asked me to pick one up. If he knew how much it was going to be he would have cancelled the order.

To be fair to Cycle Works they did give me a coupon for a future purchase because I have bought lots from them (about $2000 in parts) but the flip side to their generosity is that the guy on the phone quoted me "about $220" and when I drove out there it was over $50 more. Now you want me to scan the invoice which is in my truck at home? What is the point? Bottom line is that Cycle Works is selling above list and if you choose to take your business there it is up to you.

Just look at the responses here, the big problem of guys ordering from the states and not supporting their local dealers has become a real problem but how can you blame the customer when they feel gouged.

because today's customer feels better to hop on the internet and start a complaint thread about it as opposed to going and talking to the dealer. What would the customer have done if the internet was not around? I'm not saying that what's happened here is right, nor do I say that you are wrong in your complaint..... I'm just saying go to the dealer, talk to them, and try to come to a mutual resolution. Starting threads on the internet where you just complain and bash, gets no where, maybe the guy behind the parts counter thought "hey this guy looks like a sucker lets charge him more" and the manager is unaware of this issue. If you bring it to the managers attention in a calm manner most times the issues will be addressed.

if I bought one of your systems for example, and was overcharged, be it by mistake or because I'm a genuine azzhat and you feel the need to over charge me, would you rather I come online start a thread about it, or call/come see you and try to address the issue?

 

[HRT Offroad]

Johnny...I don't think I know you, but I know a few buddy's that know you and it sounds like you're an OK guy. If you have a problem with what you paid for the belt...you should have brought it up at the time and made the choice of whether or not to buy it!! It was your choice to lay out the cash or walk away or maybe even talk to the manager....or? Being in business myself...if someone doesn't like something...talk to me about it, but don't dole over the cash and then B!TCH on the internet. If you felt like you were getting bent...you should have walked!! I know the whole crew at Cycle Works Foothills and they have always treated me well...I dealt with JC (the manager) when they owned Seitzco and became a pretty good buddy of his. Bottom line is NOBODY forced you to buy the belt...so suck it up or deal with the people you bought it from...instead of making a big deal about it on the internet!!

 

[HRT Offroad]

Johnny...I don't think I know you, but I know a few buddy's that know you and it sounds like you're an OK guy. If you have a problem with what you paid for the belt...you should have brought it up at the time and made the choice of whether or not to buy it!! It was your choice to lay out the cash or walk away or maybe even talk to the manager....or? Being in business myself...if someone doesn't like something...talk to me about it, but don't dole over the cash and then B!TCH on the internet. If you felt like you were getting bent...you should have walked!! I know the whole crew at Cycle Works Foothills and they have always treated me well...I dealt with JC (the manager) when they owned Seitzco and became a pretty good buddy of his. Bottom line is NOBODY forced you to buy the belt...so suck it up or deal with the people you bought it from...instead of making a big deal about it on the internet!!

Sorry...just read the post from Teth-Air....same applies to you!! Teth-Air...you're in business for yourself...so you should definitely know better than to get involved in these shenanigans!! What does everyone else charge for a belt in Canada??? Be a stand-up businessman and take it up with the source or take it back for a refund If you don't get any satisfaction there...then you can flame away!!

 

[snopro]

As a matter of fact it just so happens that I have bought a couple new trucks!!!! lol Like 11 since 2000..... mostly one tons, and I don't recall asking for a spare tire????? they just came with one... weird huh...... I think this option list you speak of may have the engine and tranny on it as well... haven't seen too many running down the hyway without them either!!! I have also bought a couple new sleds as well and yes they do not come with spare belts or plugs and they are not on the snowcheck list or pre order list... point being.... your comparison is lame!!!

Dazzled....go back to the start where you jumped all over me and re read the posts. I have no idea where you are going with this or what your problem is with me but get over it? I'll type it slower for..you.. if.. you.. want.If you want a spare belt for your sled you have to pay for it. Just like you have to pay for a spare tire if you want it. Yes it is on the option list but you still pay for it. Clear enough for you now champ?

 

[Wemac]

Johnny...I don't think I know you, but I know a few buddy's that know you and it sounds like you're an OK guy. If you have a problem with what you paid for the belt...you should have brought it up at the time and made the choice of whether or not to buy it!! It was your choice to lay out the cash or walk away or maybe even talk to the manager....or? Being in business myself...if someone doesn't like something...talk to me about it, but don't dole over the cash and then B!TCH on the internet. If you felt like you were getting bent...you should have walked!! I know the whole crew at Cycle Works Foothills and they have always treated me well...I dealt with JC (the manager) when they owned Seitzco and became a pretty good buddy of his. Bottom line is NOBODY forced you to buy the belt...so suck it up or deal with the people you bought it from...instead of making a big deal about it on the internet!!

So if he never bought the belt would it still be okay to come on here and tell everyone about the price of the belt?

 

[Dazzler]

Dazzled....go back to the start where you jumped all over me and re read the posts. I have no idea where you are going with this or what your problem is with me but get over it? I'll type it slower for..you.. if.. you.. want.If you want a spare belt for your sled you have to pay for it. Just like you have to pay for a spare tire if you want it. Yes it is on the option list but you still pay for it. Clear enough for you now champ?

Clear as mud blopro..... I will type normal... maybe get some one to read it to you!!!!
There are several new sled buyers that leave the dealership without a new belt.... it should in fact be on an option list like your spare tire is!!!! as it is an option to delete the tire not add!!! that way they are not butt hurt when they have to go back to purchase after cutting a $12000.00 cheque!!! If that went over your head... no worries, move along!!!!!!

 

[HRT Offroad]

So if he never bought the belt would it still be okay to come on here and tell everyone about the price of the belt?

Here's the problem...so many people can't think or act for themselves these days and specifically rely on what they read on the internet...they take it all as gospel!! An experience that one person has may be totally different from that of another person. If Johnny had actually walked into Cycle Works himself...maybe the the outcome would have been 100% different and maybe so would have the price. If I got quoted $220 over the phone and then got charged $270 at the counter...I would definitely pipe up, and if it couldn't get it resolved...I'd walk away and go somewhere else. If I bash a company on the internet....I have attempted, on many occasions, to rectify a problem directly with the source with no satisfaction. But, I however, will never start a thread to start a bashing war...although I may chime in.
My company imports all it's goods from the USA...we do it properly and legally. This all costs money and shipping out of the US into Canada is expensive. I don't live in a border town and my time is worth more than to drive down to the border once or twice a week to pick up orders. So, in order to stay in business, I have to carry these costs along to the end user...or I simply couldn't survive. It honestly cracks me up when people will spend $200 to save $100 by purchasing out of the USA and driving to the border to pick it up. On average; items at Walmart are priced 50-60% higher up here than in the USA. Do you go to customer service at Walmart and ask for a deal or get on the net and start bashing? Probably not...so why are people expectant of it in the sledding and many other industries?? If you don't like something ...shut-up and go somewhere else. Don't harm someones business, just because YOU don't like their prices or have the balls to talk them about it?

 

[jhurkot]

My dealer in pincher creek sells the belts for $196 dollars. So I'm just wondering why it's okay to charge that far above retail price? Does it make me a "cheapskate" because I don't want to pay 25% above RETAIL on a BELT? What is wrong with calling these clowns out for blatantly gouging customers? So I'm supposed to have a conversation with the manager every time I don't like the price (which is supposed to be in the computer anyways)? Odds are they simply think that they can get away with it as they know that you need a belt to ride and you will pay the price. So maybe people who don't know any better or supposedly "look like chumps" can all pay a higher price? Before you flame me go buy a bunch of stuff at 25% over what the MSRP is then I'll take you seriously.

 

[HRT Offroad]

Johnny...You didn't even buy the damn belt!! Maybe you should have had someone that cares about how much of your money they spend, do your personal shopping for you the next time. If I was picking something up for a friend and knew I was paying too much....I would discuss with the parts counter, manager or at least call my bro to make sure he was cool with it!! Maybe you should call JC and discuss it with him. Maybe it was a glitch in the system or in Teth-Air's customer profile...but no sense thinking there could be a mistake...just start with the "they are crooks" approach!! Why don't you call your buddy out online for spending your money unjustly? He already admitted that he wouldn't have paid that much for a belt for himself, but he had no problems spending your dough!!

 

[Wemac]

It is entirely possible that it may be a glitch in the system. However, I have seen it $150 price difference on a single ATV tire and when you ask him about it they say oh no we can't match other dealers that's way too low I don't know how they can sell that low we can't go any lower than this. I know what the product is worth that I am buying so don't try to screw me for an extra $150 per tire above what the Parts Canada online book is even saying. Now these dealers are very comparable in size and status in Calgary so what are they trying prove? I tell everyone to go to the other dealer for tires.