My H-D dealer of choice gives points for purchases. Normall those purchases are for merchandise/parts - services are no included. I also get points for attending HOG meetings (as a courtesy from our sponsoring dealer). A couple of months ago, my Extended Service Plan (ESP) for the bike came up for renewal. I was debating not only if to renew, but also if I renewed, for how long. The decision became easier when the dealer had a special that included earning points for buying/renewing an ESP (limited time offer).
So I had a whole bunch of points to spend. The catch? The points expired on 11/23/16. Upon realizing this a couple of weeks ago, I mulled over what to get (I had nearly $200 to spend). Oh, I could get things for the bike, but then I would have to have them installed. And really, the bike pretty much has everything I could want - except more lighting is always good. Then I thought of what I could use for myself - and I realized I have been lusting after a helmet that has a clear face shield with an integrated sun shield that is retractable. Fortunately, Harley has just come out with the women's version (men's are too big for my small head).
So I went into Heritage H-D and they only had sizes M & L - way too big for me. The sales associate offered to order one for me. I told the gal that I needed to use my points and if the helmet wouldn't be in by 11/23, then I wouldn't buy it. She assured me that since they knew it was my plan, they could extend the points if needed.
I was getting antsy about that, so Wednesday after my day job, I headed to Concord to renew that promise (and see how that would work). I walked in the door and Kristie said, "I see you got my message!". Um, no, did you call? Turns out she had left me a message as I was driving to the dealership. The helmets had come in (they got both S & XS since I was unsure of the size I needed). XS was perfect. And since the helmet did not take up all my points, I got a long sleeved shirt with a customized NH scene and the dealer logo.
For both of these items I shelled out a mere $10.
Yep, I'm a happy camper - I know I'll love the retractable sun-shield when I get to use the hemet!
OK, Bogie...that is one thing you did NOT get from me: your small head. I got my dad's large head but you obviously inherited the small head that came from my mother's side (as did Elder Brother).
Looks like you got a great deal all around!
Posted by: Cop Car | November 25, 2016 at 10:46 AM