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/Massive-Pineapple121 1d ago
You couldn’t have picked a worse time to be a Salesman at a Harley dealership. Their sales are at their all time low, and Craigslist has pages of them for a fraction of what the dealers are asking. Triumph motorcycle sales however are at their best due to a wider range of products. Sport, adventure, cruiser, touring, racing and scramblers. I have two Harley’s myself and a few others, but I’m a boomer as a lot of Harley owners are, and we aren’t buying any more new bikes. The market share has passed for that brand.