Just some "FF" (fun facts)
I spoke with a local dealer last week about getting on his list for the recall work and we discussed the 90 day warranty. When I probed him a little further, this is what I got out of this dealer (not sure if it is considered standard or not)...
1. 90 days across the board on the new parts and anything related to the new parts (that second part is important..I will explain why in a minute)
2. Labor is covered if there is a REPEAT issue within 90 days on one of the items that they fixed or related to an item that was fixed(again, that second part is important) - this appears to be the subjective part and will depend on the dealer.
3. Why the second part is important? When I probed the dealer a little harder about the labor side, I was told that anything that has to undergo major removal or alteration in order to get the work done becomes part of the 90 day period. If your engine casing is cracked open to facilitate removing your tranny, and then 15 days after the work is done you have an issue related to the engine being cracked open, your dealer is liable for it - since it was related to their work. Obviously, removing a gas tank doesn't mean you can bring it back with a dent and ask them to cover it. THIS IS WHERE DEALING WITH A REPUTABLE AND TRUSTWORTHY DEALERSHIP IS IMPORTANT.
Your dealership has the flexibility locally to make arrangements with you on your warranty. DO NOT EXPECT YAMAHA TO STEP UP ON THIS ONE - THEY WILL NEVER WARRANTY SOMEONE ELSE'S LABOR. WHY??? Think about it...we are all worried about finding a reputable guy we trust to do the work - don't you think Yamaha knows there are 'slugs' out there turning wrenches in some shop? They will cover what they can control. Negotiate locally for what you want/need. You will be surprised what you come up with.
I spoke with a local dealer last week about getting on his list for the recall work and we discussed the 90 day warranty. When I probed him a little further, this is what I got out of this dealer (not sure if it is considered standard or not)...
1. 90 days across the board on the new parts and anything related to the new parts (that second part is important..I will explain why in a minute)
2. Labor is covered if there is a REPEAT issue within 90 days on one of the items that they fixed or related to an item that was fixed(again, that second part is important) - this appears to be the subjective part and will depend on the dealer.
3. Why the second part is important? When I probed the dealer a little harder about the labor side, I was told that anything that has to undergo major removal or alteration in order to get the work done becomes part of the 90 day period. If your engine casing is cracked open to facilitate removing your tranny, and then 15 days after the work is done you have an issue related to the engine being cracked open, your dealer is liable for it - since it was related to their work. Obviously, removing a gas tank doesn't mean you can bring it back with a dent and ask them to cover it. THIS IS WHERE DEALING WITH A REPUTABLE AND TRUSTWORTHY DEALERSHIP IS IMPORTANT.
Your dealership has the flexibility locally to make arrangements with you on your warranty. DO NOT EXPECT YAMAHA TO STEP UP ON THIS ONE - THEY WILL NEVER WARRANTY SOMEONE ELSE'S LABOR. WHY??? Think about it...we are all worried about finding a reputable guy we trust to do the work - don't you think Yamaha knows there are 'slugs' out there turning wrenches in some shop? They will cover what they can control. Negotiate locally for what you want/need. You will be surprised what you come up with.