Tips on getting an accurate estimate

[StormShadow]

Soooo I crashed my bike recently.... and I would like to get it fixed. in order for me to know what parts to look for, I need to get an accurate estimate. Do you have any tips on how to obtain this informaiton from a credible source? would dealers generally negotiate on labour? how precise would their estimate be?

Please excuse the questions. Lots to think about and a long winter ahead. it was 15 Celsius today so I miss riding it. trying to sort out my next steps...

[joe in calif]

I think most dealers would provide an estimate but it probably will not be free. Maybe an hour labor charge. As far as accurate goes, they might find something else wrong once they start to actually tear it apart and do the work.

[MikeB]

Soooo I crashed my bike recently.... and I would like to get it fixed. in order for me to know what parts to look for, I need to get an accurate estimate.

Not quite clear what you are asking here. Can't you just visually examine the bike to see what parts are damaged and then order them from online discounting dealerships? Or are you asking for an estimate of complete repairs done by a shop? If the latter, you have no choice but to take it in to them. I think in most jurisdictions estimates must be honored once you give the go-ahead, but maybe that varies from place to place.

Don't worry, they'll make it high enough to cover contingencies.