Roadside Assistance
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Roadside Assistance
OKay, I am sure there will be a range of views on this.
Bandits are likely to be super reliable, right. However I reckon if my 2012 Bandit did quit on the road somewhere, apart from basics like fuel and battery, I am likley to not have a clue why it may have stopped or won't start etc.
Some roadside assistance and bike pickup, would be mighty helpful.
So I'm wodering if any/many Bandit owners do have roadside assistance arranged OR are the Bandits, if well looked after, so reliable it's not worth thinking about.
Your views appreciated
GG
Bandits are likely to be super reliable, right. However I reckon if my 2012 Bandit did quit on the road somewhere, apart from basics like fuel and battery, I am likley to not have a clue why it may have stopped or won't start etc.
Some roadside assistance and bike pickup, would be mighty helpful.
So I'm wodering if any/many Bandit owners do have roadside assistance arranged OR are the Bandits, if well looked after, so reliable it's not worth thinking about.
Your views appreciated
GG
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GGiant- Posts : 180
Join date : 2012-12-31
Location : Northern NSW
Re: Roadside Assistance
Hey there, yes im in the same boat as you, no friggin idea mechanically. So yes, i have Total Care Roadside Assistance through RACV. I have my son's ute registered as the vehicle, cause he is as stupid as me, and anything I drive or ride, is also covered. Not bad for $179 or so, per year. Its helped me with a few cars, yet to have anything go wrong with Suzy, but at least I know they will reciprocate within other states too. Our Tiger broke down in SA, not long ago, and they sent the RAA out to help us, but couldnt jump start it, and they didnt bring a trailer. We finally had son bring us a new battery, but after jump starting, riding back to Glenelg, the battery wasnt the problem. PS repaired the stator, service and a new front tire, so we paid out quite a bit of cash.
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SuzySuzuki- Posts : 550
Join date : 2012-05-30
Re: Roadside Assistance
None for me ,but i have had to hitch a couple of times due to a flat tyre .I do knowa little bit about what may make it stop so i'll chance it .
gus- Posts : 6176
Join date : 2010-11-23
Age : 73
Location : Cygnet ,Tasmania
Re: Roadside Assistance
Thanks guys. I think for pretty small money (I imagine), roadside assistance would be a good thing to have.
Like my cars, my last few bikes have been getting quickly beyond may ability to fix. Not a nice feeling at all, but a price to pay for the magnificent machines they have become.
- and true, even a tyre problem out of town somewhere could be a problem for me, if it is not a simple plugging job.
So for me I think it is the GO.
Like my cars, my last few bikes have been getting quickly beyond may ability to fix. Not a nice feeling at all, but a price to pay for the magnificent machines they have become.
- and true, even a tyre problem out of town somewhere could be a problem for me, if it is not a simple plugging job.
So for me I think it is the GO.
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GGiant- Posts : 180
Join date : 2012-12-31
Location : Northern NSW
Re: Roadside Assistance
RACV total care for me.
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Re: Roadside Assistance
My trailer, and a fantastic wife who knows how to hitch the trailer to the car if she ever receives a "come and get me" phone call!
Seen, and heard too many stories of dick-ed tow truck drivers wanting to strap the bike, either laying down (the bike, not the rider!) or hard up against the cabin .......! No thanks.
Seen, and heard too many stories of dick-ed tow truck drivers wanting to strap the bike, either laying down (the bike, not the rider!) or hard up against the cabin .......! No thanks.
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sb1250- Posts : 586
Join date : 2011-07-11
Age : 53
Location : Greensborough, Victoria
Re: Roadside Assistance
2wheelsagain wrote:RACV total care for me.
Me too.
Kaupy1962- Posts : 1051
Join date : 2011-06-22
Age : 61
Re: Roadside Assistance
NRMA Premium Care for me.
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NSW motorcycle alliance road side assist, plus a phone and a credit card.
b12mick- Posts : 908
Join date : 2009-10-08
Age : 58
Location : Wagga
Re: Roadside Assistance
Kaupy1962 wrote:2wheelsagain wrote:RACV total care for me.
Me too.
And me, only way to cover 2 vehicles.
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madmax- Posts : 4304
Join date : 2011-10-19
Age : 60
Location : Carrum Downs, Victoria
Re: Roadside Assistance
Well, I am living in London, UK and I know how it is painful when your bike or car breaks down in the middle of nowhere. I owned this bike, but I sold her 1 year ago. Here I have taken insurance for her. They also provide cover for cars as well.
Thanks
Thanks
johnwendry- Posts : 1
Join date : 2014-09-04
Re: Roadside Assistance
I've got RAA cover, in SA membership covers the driver/rider, not individual vehicles so I am covered no matter whos or what vehicle I am driving.
They've just done a discount deal with my private health insurer, saves me more a year than what the cost of my partners and sons membership as well as my own each year
They've just done a discount deal with my private health insurer, saves me more a year than what the cost of my partners and sons membership as well as my own each year
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I am a member of the NSW Motorcycle Alliance and for $35 they provide:
The NSW Motorcycle Alliance National Roadside Assistance Service is quite simply the best and most cost-effective solution for motorcyclists who want the peace of mind of knowing that whatever road they’re on, no matter where they are in Australia, we will be there to get them out of trouble. It doesn’t matter whether your bike won’t start, you have a flat tyre, you’re out of fuel, or have suffered some other mechanical breakdown, we will be there to get you going again. If we can’t, we’ll organise a tow for you. It’s that simple.
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[*]We cover motorcycles, scooters and cars.
[*]Membership includes up to 2 free callouts per year.
[*]We will provide up to 5 litres of fuel if you’ve run out.
[*]If we can’t get your bike going, we’ll tow the bike for you for free up to a 50km round trip. Free towing limits for cars is 20km in Metro areas and 50km in country areas.
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For that price it's pretty good.
Also, part of my Tyre and Rim Insurance with Swann Insurance has a roadside recovery component if a flat is suffered anywhere.
There are also some 24/7 mechanics/tow companies that it is a good idea to have their phone number kept somewhere on your bike, in the event you need to ring it! I mainly keep the NSW / Vic guys that do this.
The more options i have the better I think!
The NSW Motorcycle Alliance National Roadside Assistance Service is quite simply the best and most cost-effective solution for motorcyclists who want the peace of mind of knowing that whatever road they’re on, no matter where they are in Australia, we will be there to get them out of trouble. It doesn’t matter whether your bike won’t start, you have a flat tyre, you’re out of fuel, or have suffered some other mechanical breakdown, we will be there to get you going again. If we can’t, we’ll organise a tow for you. It’s that simple.
[list]
[*]We cover motorcycles, scooters and cars.
[*]Membership includes up to 2 free callouts per year.
[*]We will provide up to 5 litres of fuel if you’ve run out.
[*]If we can’t get your bike going, we’ll tow the bike for you for free up to a 50km round trip. Free towing limits for cars is 20km in Metro areas and 50km in country areas.
[/list]
For that price it's pretty good.
Also, part of my Tyre and Rim Insurance with Swann Insurance has a roadside recovery component if a flat is suffered anywhere.
There are also some 24/7 mechanics/tow companies that it is a good idea to have their phone number kept somewhere on your bike, in the event you need to ring it! I mainly keep the NSW / Vic guys that do this.
The more options i have the better I think!
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Truck bandit- Posts : 165
Join date : 2013-04-11
Re: Roadside Assistance
Same as b12mick and Truck Bandit, NSW Motorcycle Alliance.
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niftee- Posts : 25
Join date : 2012-08-03
Location : St Clair NSW
Re: Roadside Assistance
Truck bandit wrote:I am a member of the NSW Motorcycle Alliance and for $35 they provide:
The NSW Motorcycle Alliance National Roadside Assistance Service is quite simply the best and most cost-effective solution for motorcyclists who want the peace of mind of knowing that whatever road they’re on, no matter where they are in Australia, we will be there to get them out of trouble. It doesn’t matter whether your bike won’t start, you have a flat tyre, you’re out of fuel, or have suffered some other mechanical breakdown, we will be there to get you going again. If we can’t, we’ll organise a tow for you. It’s that simple.
- We cover motorcycles, scooters and cars.
- Membership includes up to 2 free callouts per year.
- We will provide up to 5 litres of fuel if you’ve run out.
- If we can’t get your bike going, we’ll tow the bike for you for free up to a 50km round trip. Free towing limits for cars is 20km in Metro areas and 50km in country areas.
For that price it's pretty good.
Also, part of my Tyre and Rim Insurance with Swann Insurance has a roadside recovery component if a flat is suffered anywhere.
There are also some 24/7 mechanics/tow companies that it is a good idea to have their phone number kept somewhere on your bike, in the event you need to ring it! I mainly keep the NSW / Vic guys that do this.
The more options i have the better I think!
sounds like a good deal.
stu- Posts : 264
Join date : 2013-06-17
Re: Roadside Assistance
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paul- Posts : 7738
Join date : 2011-08-19
Age : 71
Location : Morphett Vale Sth. Aust.
Re: Roadside Assistance
What's the weather like in Mumbai, Cha Walla?
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Bosco15- Posts : 1359
Join date : 2013-12-04
Age : 54
Location : Newcastle
Re: Roadside Assistance
Bosco15 wrote:What's the weather like in Mumbai, Cha Walla?
Admin has been active but this is funny now
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Doing a damn fine job there, 2wa.
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I like you add me good please long time my friend and trully experience good wealth.
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