She was loaded onto a truck on 12/18 on a cold and dark evening in Derry, New Hampshire and arrived today (sunny, cold, and clear) in the Wichita, KS area. She shall be known as Ingrid.
She is a 2014 model with 7,033 miles on the clock - and from preliminary review the body / fenders, et al seem to be w/o blemish (this is the first time I've seen her in person). Unfortunately, she has a less-than-full battery. She tried to turnover only once (followed by a fast clicking). All dash lights were functioning and the mirrors unfolded (very slowly). Upon inspection under the seat, I learned there was already a battery tender attached - so I hooked up my battery charger to the existing pig-tail and the red LED lit up red (indicating charging is needed). I'm not too surprised by this as the previous owner hadn't been riding and it has been 3.5 weeks since she was last started.
On the plus side - the temps in Wichita are only going up (to 60ish on Wednesday) and there are plenty of opportunities ahead for me to ride!
As for HaulBikes.... They originally identified an earlier pick-up window, but that got pushed. Then, they had identified a delivery date prior to or on 12/30/20 - but that got pushed. After becoming a bit of a squeaky wheel - they started becoming more communicative regarding her location and plans. They don't load a bike and it stays on that truck until delivery - they have multiple warehouses around the country that serve as distribution points. I believe Ingrid was on a total of three trucks (one for pickup, one that took her from Harrisburg, PA to OKC, and today from OKC). The quote was $610 for the transport - but they've told me I'll get a $50 refund due to the extended delay from the original target date (we'll see if/when that refund hits). Overall - 2.5 / 5 stars at this time solely because of the delays and initial lack of communication.
It's easy to forget how heavy these girls are until you have to push them up a hill. Glad that I have longer legs! More updates once she gets fully charged.
- Bill
Ride safe(r)
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She is a 2014 model with 7,033 miles on the clock - and from preliminary review the body / fenders, et al seem to be w/o blemish (this is the first time I've seen her in person). Unfortunately, she has a less-than-full battery. She tried to turnover only once (followed by a fast clicking). All dash lights were functioning and the mirrors unfolded (very slowly). Upon inspection under the seat, I learned there was already a battery tender attached - so I hooked up my battery charger to the existing pig-tail and the red LED lit up red (indicating charging is needed). I'm not too surprised by this as the previous owner hadn't been riding and it has been 3.5 weeks since she was last started.
On the plus side - the temps in Wichita are only going up (to 60ish on Wednesday) and there are plenty of opportunities ahead for me to ride!
As for HaulBikes.... They originally identified an earlier pick-up window, but that got pushed. Then, they had identified a delivery date prior to or on 12/30/20 - but that got pushed. After becoming a bit of a squeaky wheel - they started becoming more communicative regarding her location and plans. They don't load a bike and it stays on that truck until delivery - they have multiple warehouses around the country that serve as distribution points. I believe Ingrid was on a total of three trucks (one for pickup, one that took her from Harrisburg, PA to OKC, and today from OKC). The quote was $610 for the transport - but they've told me I'll get a $50 refund due to the extended delay from the original target date (we'll see if/when that refund hits). Overall - 2.5 / 5 stars at this time solely because of the delays and initial lack of communication.
It's easy to forget how heavy these girls are until you have to push them up a hill. Glad that I have longer legs! More updates once she gets fully charged.
- Bill
Ride safe(r)
A good name for a bike I think. Enjoy your scoot!
