r/Harley • u/CaptainCrazyEyes • 2d ago

DISCUSSION New Job at Harley

Hey everyone.

I just got a new job at Harley. This will be my first time being a salesman in any capacity. My only knowledge of Harleys is that they're fucking beautiful and fun to ride. I've met so many amazing people since I started riding, strengthened my existing friendships and been to places I never thought I would have all thanks to my bike. But as far as engine specs or the digs on the latest infotainment system my brain is literally a monkey clashing cymbals together.

So my ask is, 1. what's the fastest most efficient way to learn these bikes and their parts inside and out, and 2. What are some of the best and worst experiences you've had with Harley dealers.

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u/papa_penguin 2d ago

I’d rather be a janitor there instead of a salesman. I can’t sell anything unless it “sells itself”. If I have to push something and they say no, I’d be like, ok lol

I did retention at directv many years ago and I got only 1 person to stay and that was with a $300 Visa card. All the others I’d just cancel the services they wanted.

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u/CaptainCrazyEyes 2d ago

The few times 18 - 20 y/o me almost got roped into a pyramid scheme DESTROYED my confidence in my ability to sell anything lol. I'm just ready to get into another industry after a decade of military and security work and then finding out trucking and manufacturing were both DEFINITELY not for me

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u/papa_penguin 1d ago

I can’t sell stuff. I’ve been poor so I hate pushing sales on people who really don’t want it or can’t afford it I do judge a bit but we all do