Pretty much true here in my area of Northern Ohio also finding a 2022 AT standard. A large dealer 2hrs south of me wants a $500 deposit, but have not had one in stock for months? Closet dealer to me (50 miles west) keeps bumping arrival dates to back order status constantly. I'd like to buy from them since they don't charge Freight/Prep Fee which can be up to or over 1K from other dealers.
Again no one can give a solid date on an arrival. Rode my touring bike to Cleveland area two days ago and stopped at 3 dealers along the way. Same story: Ordered months ago, still no stock. If one does come in it's gone before it comes out of the shipping crate. Was told by two dealers recently hopefully this end by February 2023. And my best friend in southern Ohio had to drive out of state 4 hours to purchase his 2022 AT last week. But at least they also waiver Freight/Prep Fee. I bet when I buy it will be a 2023 and early next year.....
Oh, and one more dealer story: This time of year Honda manufacturing is focusing on ramping up for winter month vehicles i.e. ATV, Side by Side etc. My/our luck will hopefully change soon. Good thread that I was looking for to vent about.
Again no one can give a solid date on an arrival. Rode my touring bike to Cleveland area two days ago and stopped at 3 dealers along the way. Same story: Ordered months ago, still no stock. If one does come in it's gone before it comes out of the shipping crate. Was told by two dealers recently hopefully this end by February 2023. And my best friend in southern Ohio had to drive out of state 4 hours to purchase his 2022 AT last week. But at least they also waiver Freight/Prep Fee. I bet when I buy it will be a 2023 and early next year.....
Oh, and one more dealer story: This time of year Honda manufacturing is focusing on ramping up for winter month vehicles i.e. ATV, Side by Side etc. My/our luck will hopefully change soon. Good thread that I was looking for to vent about.
