First I would like to say hello to all of you here on this forum. This seems like a good place to learn more about the Spyder. I am sure once released this forum will be filled with valuable information.
I saw pictures of the Spyder way back in October of '06 and knew I wanted one just from the pics. I placed my order in Feb '07 and I am the first one on my dealer's list for the first batch. I was able to get a test ride for about 15 minutes and was sold even more on the bike. I wish the demo ride was longer like the one some of you had but hey, what ya gonna do
Anyway, my issue is this. With so many of us plopping down $$ that we cannot have refunded you would think BRP would at least give us production dates. I've ordered several cars, Harley's and even furniture and the manufacture was always able to give me a production date. In fact, when I ordered my Mini Cooper not only did I get a production date and number, I received a website where I could track the car throughout the process. I even received emails from MINI USA every 3 to 6 six weeks with and update.
I have called my dealer several times over the last few months and I all I would receive is the same old "I believe it will be here in September." Now today I call my dealer only to hear;
"I was told that they are running behind schedule. Your Spyder might not make it here in September or October; you will more than likely see it in November"
Of course I was not happy to hear that bit of news. If anyone of you has inside scoops you could share please do. I knew going into this that I would have a long wait on my hands but it would be great if we could get some idea of what is happening.
I saw pictures of the Spyder way back in October of '06 and knew I wanted one just from the pics. I placed my order in Feb '07 and I am the first one on my dealer's list for the first batch. I was able to get a test ride for about 15 minutes and was sold even more on the bike. I wish the demo ride was longer like the one some of you had but hey, what ya gonna do

Anyway, my issue is this. With so many of us plopping down $$ that we cannot have refunded you would think BRP would at least give us production dates. I've ordered several cars, Harley's and even furniture and the manufacture was always able to give me a production date. In fact, when I ordered my Mini Cooper not only did I get a production date and number, I received a website where I could track the car throughout the process. I even received emails from MINI USA every 3 to 6 six weeks with and update.
I have called my dealer several times over the last few months and I all I would receive is the same old "I believe it will be here in September." Now today I call my dealer only to hear;
"I was told that they are running behind schedule. Your Spyder might not make it here in September or October; you will more than likely see it in November"
Of course I was not happy to hear that bit of news. If anyone of you has inside scoops you could share please do. I knew going into this that I would have a long wait on my hands but it would be great if we could get some idea of what is happening.