Great Gesture In These Rubbish Times

I saw that and, whilst it seemed like a nice gesture, I was worried that all it would spawn was hundreds or maybe thousands of competitive begging letters as it appears that anyone wanting a bike has to apply indicating why they are worthy of a Harley but can't afford one.

And if someone is genuinely unable to afford a Harley (there are lot of mint used Harleys out there), providing them with a new expensive asset that will be costly to insure, run and maintain isn't a great plan.

Providing 60 people a year with a Honda Cub and maybe a day out on a Harley feels to me like a better option than providing 6 people a year with a Harley.

That's me with my sensible head on. Good advertising for the dealership though!

 

I think @Gyp has it about right. If you cannot afford a bike it is unlikely you will be able to run a new one. I reckon the lucky owners if they do get one they will be selling the bike for the cash..

 

Well I think its a nice gesture. Terms and conditions apply

 

There could well be. Possibly some "contract" where the dealer follows up the bike give away to the new owner with there riding experiences and day to day life with their new pride and joy. Who knows but the bottom line is someone's getting something for nothing so you can't really call that!
Just to make one thing perfectly clear, I HAVE NO INTENTION OF BUYING A HARLEY but if I did I wouldn't be that bothered about the giveaway scheme and would still be shopping round and haggling for a good deal.

 

I’m with you, @Helmut Visor. I think it’s a wonderful story and love that this dealership does things to give back. I’m striving to be positive and resisting becoming completely cynical these days. Thank you for sharing a positive and encouraging story. I loved it!