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mrs fud
16-03-07, 10:15 PM
Well it's official, iv'e just received this email

END OF AN ERA

We are sad to inform you that after over 35 years in the motorcycle trade, Peter and Barbara Slinger are due to retire at the end of March. They would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for choosing to use Slinger Motorcycles. Peter said "It has been hard at times, but I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in the motorcycle industry. I have had the opportunity to meet lots of interesting characters and I can't think of any other job that I would have enjoyed as much as this one" Peter and Barbara would especially like to thank all of you who have become friends as well as customers. You know who you are.
Although Peter and Barbara are taking a well deserved retirement, the shop will remain, but under new ownership. However, all the familiar faces will still be there, along with one or two new ones, to cater for your motorcycling needs. The new owners have ambitious plans to improve the building, giving you a greater choice of machines, clothing and accessories.

As a result of his impending retirement, we have a number of motorcycles for sale at greatly reduced prices - please note that the following prices are applicable when there is NO trade-in. Cash or finance only. NO part-exchange.

NEW BIKES - ON THE ROAD PRICES


GSXR750K7 - RRP £7950, special price £7350 (BLACK)
GSF650SAK6S - STREET - RRP £4665, special price £4050 (2 BLUE, 2 BLACK)
GSF650SAK6 - RRP £4599, special price £3950 (BLUE)
GSXR600K6 - RRP £6799, special price £5750 (BLACK/ SILVER)
GSF1200K6 - RRP £4999, special price £4250 (BLACK)
GSR600K6- RRP £5199, special price £3950, PRE REG, 56 PLATE, 0 MILES, (BLUE)
GZ125K6 - RRP £1999, special price £1750 , (SILVER)


USED BIKES - FULLY SERVICED AND WITH 12 MONTH'S MOT BUT NO WARRANTY





SV1000K4, RED, 05 PLATE, 4700 MILES, NO PX £3000
GSF1200SK3, 03, GREEN, 8000, NO PX £2950
GSF1200K3, 03, GREEN, 12700 MILES, NO PX £2950
VFR800, 00, BLUE, 34000 MILES, NO PX £2750
CB600F, 03, YELLOW, 15500, NO PX £2500
VTR1000, 01, BLUE, 9200 MILES, NO PX £2750
SV650SK1, YELLOW, 01, 8750, NO PX £2350
GSX600FY, BLUE, 2000, 6750 MILES, NO PX £2000
CBR600FX, 99, RED, 15000 MILES, NO PX, £2000
SV650SY, RED, 00, 16500 MILES, NO PX £2000
GN125, RED, 5000,04, NO PX £1150
CB500, BLACK, 97, 6000, NO PX £950

We look forward to seeing you for a chat and a coffee

May I wish Peter and Barbara a restful retirement http://www.ride-out.com/discus/clipart/smile.gif

I will be popping into see them before they go!!

Jo.
GSXR Carlos
19-03-07, 10:56 AM
When do they leave,

is Nicola not runnind things?
mrs fud
19-03-07, 01:51 PM
Peter and Barbara are leaving at the end of the month, not sure what Nic is doing! I'm going to call in on Wednesday to see her. I'll let you know!!

Sold out to KJM!! So I have been told!!

Jo.
Pedrosa
19-03-07, 02:53 PM
Missy JO. I so surprise see KTM buy this shop? What will Austrian moto maker want with shop in Preston? Is this some strange plot are you thinking?;) :cool:
mrs fud
19-03-07, 05:30 PM
KJM honey not KTM

Jo.
mudge32
20-03-07, 09:58 AM
KJM, the parallel importers from Wigan

http://www.kjmsuperbike.com/
mrs fud
21-03-07, 02:17 PM
Been to see Nik this morning and yes it is KJM that have bought it!!

Nik will be staying on for a little bit (maybe about a month or so) but then she will be going too.

It's their last day week on Saturday, she did say to pop in but I think there were enough tears about this morning!!

Jo.
mudge32
22-03-07, 04:02 PM
Is the shop closing down during the handover? I need to get the bike serviced soon, and they're the only Suzuki specialists anywhere near us!!!
Cloggsy
22-03-07, 04:32 PM
SV1000K4, RED, 05 PLATE, 4700 MILES, NO PX £3000

I wouldn't mind that, can't see a piccie on the web-site though :rolleyes:

Is it standard Jo, or has it had any nice bits on it (cans, undertray/rear fender removed etc?)
mrs fud
22-03-07, 10:08 PM
Is the shop closing down during the handover? I need to get the bike serviced soon, and they're the only Suzuki specialists anywhere near us!!!

Carl, Peter and Barbara finish a week on Saturday. The machanics are staying on. KJM already have stock in the shop now so the answer to your question is no the shop will not be shut. Peter has given notice to quit the Suzuki dealership and KJM will have to apply for this themselves as this is the way that things have to be done. So will KJM get the Suzuki dealership :smt102
mrs fud
22-03-07, 10:13 PM
I wouldn't mind that, can't see a piccie on the web-site though :rolleyes:

Is it standard Jo, or has it had any nice bits on it (cans, undertray/rear fender removed etc?)


Cloggsy, front memory it is totally standard, give Nicola a ring on 01772 727213 and tell her I sent you :D and she will let you know if they still have it obviously what stock they have got left is moving pretty quick so you might even get it a bit cheaper if they are wanting to get shut quick. There is a small dink in the tank due to a muppet customer

Jo.
Cloggsy
22-03-07, 11:43 PM
Cloggsy, from memory it is totally standard

That is a shame... I didn't want to have to start shelling out on all the goodies... I think I'll keep my cards in my pocket for the time being then...
Ratty
23-03-07, 04:44 AM
Cloggsy

Go buy this.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2003-SUZUKI-SV1000S-SK3-SILVER-SV-1000-NO-RESERVE_W0QQitemZ110104528952QQcategoryZ9808QQssPa geNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

It's not far from you. You know you want to.

Ratty
Cloggsy
23-03-07, 09:30 AM
Cloggsy

Go buy this.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2003-SUZUKI-SV1000S-SK3-SILVER-SV-1000-NO-RESERVE_W0QQitemZ110104528952QQcategoryZ9808QQssPa geNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

It's not far from you. You know you want to.

Ratty

Too standard Ratty... I want a bike that someone has already put all the nice kit on for me, I don't want to end us shelling out £1000's to make it look nice again (like my old SV :lol:)
mrs fud
23-03-07, 01:33 PM
You don't want a lot hun do you :smt064

jo.
amarko5
25-03-07, 08:32 PM
Too standard Ratty... I want a bike that someone has already put all the nice kit on for me, I don't want to end us shelling out £1000's to make it look nice again (like my old SV :lol:)


Ave you turned "scottish" :p :p :p
Richie
25-03-07, 08:54 PM
Ave you turned "scottish" :p :p :p

Narr, he's worse,

he's a

Yorkshireman....




richie now runs and hides...:bom:
mudge32
19-06-07, 02:17 PM
Any more news on this lot??
GSXR Carlos
19-06-07, 02:21 PM
dunno
Pedrosa
19-06-07, 03:17 PM
It is a shame when SLINGERS, decide to sling it,no?:p

I bought my KawasakiZX6R Ninja off KJM. Had no probs with them.
mrs fud
20-06-07, 04:47 PM
what new's do you want hun?

Jo.
mudge32
20-06-07, 04:48 PM
Are they still Suzuki main dealers?
mrs fud
20-06-07, 04:50 PM
No hun, not as far as I know!!

Jo.
mudge32
20-06-07, 04:51 PM
Bum!!! Where's the nearest one now???
mrs fud
20-06-07, 09:11 PM
Rocket's in Blackburn matey!!!

HTH

Jo.
mudge32
20-06-07, 09:28 PM
Hmmm. I remember this : :rolleyes:

i would rather have my eyes sucked out with a dyson then go in rockets.......

long story, i will tell you when i see yall.....

Looks like the Honda dealers in the area win again :smt089
GSXR Carlos
21-06-07, 07:38 AM
why the honda dealers?

but the blackpool honda lads aren't too bad, good for accessories
mudge32
21-06-07, 09:04 AM
why the honda dealers?

but the blackpool honda lads aren't too bad, good for accessories

Nearest garage :p

Nige got charged for a 3 hour service that took 2 hours ;) When Nige asked why he was being charged for 3 hours, the stupid plonker on the desk said "You can pick it up in an hour if you want then :smt103 " I JUST DON'T TRUST 'EM!!!
GSXR Carlos
22-06-07, 08:18 AM
WTF?

******** to that!!!
smgee
01-07-07, 07:22 PM
Salvation? Just spotted on MCN's website:

New Suzuki dealer destined for Preston

29 June 2007 17:40
Preston is due to get a new Suzuki dealership as Wyder Motorcycles (http://www.wyderhonda.co.uk/) revamps and expands it’s business.
The new showroom will be located next to the existing Wyder Honda (http://www.wyderhonda.co.uk/) dealership in Preston, which itself has gone through changes since the arrival of John Wilkinson as Operations Director. Wilkinson joined the firm after nine years with Honda UK, and the shop currently has offers on pre reg demonstrator bikes and new stock.
The Wyder Group (http://www.wyderhonda.co.uk/) also opened the first Ducati dealership in the UK, Ducati Manchester, which has also had a change of staff, with Chris Booth moving from the Honda dealership to focus on customer service, and introduce a new customer care campaign.
With the new Wyder Suzuki (http://www.wyderhonda.co.uk/) dealership due to launch with an imminent open day, there are currently vacancies in Sales, Parts and Service and Clothing.
For more information on the current vacancies, contact Lindsay on 07742-644012.

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/sport/sportresults/mcn/2007/june/june25-30/jun2907newwydersuzukiealerforpreston/?&R=EPI-92365
mrs fud
01-07-07, 08:56 PM
Bloody knew Mr Patterson was upto summat!!!!

Jo.
GSXR Carlos
02-07-07, 09:08 AM
i got told that only this weekend
mudge32
02-07-07, 01:13 PM
Weren't this lot Fylde Superbikes originally?
GSXR Carlos
02-07-07, 01:50 PM
Sure were :smt038
mudge32
02-07-07, 06:39 PM
Hmmm....seemed a pretty dumb-assed idea to close down the only bike superstore on the Fylde! Ah well...each to their own :rolleyes:
smgee
02-07-07, 06:57 PM
...and to open a store in the middle of Preston, then shut it down and move it to Strand Road, then shut that down!
GSXR Carlos
03-07-07, 11:11 AM
And now open two bike shops that people can't (and won't) ride out to

Did you know that even Chris Booth has moved to the Ducati shop in Manc, he used to run the strand, then fylde, then preston

He's a good guy, but the place just can't retain staff, there's no one there to have a laugh with, and no cafe either
mudge32
03-07-07, 11:22 AM
Easy to find showroom - Junc 31A off M6Easy if you're coming from the South of the junction :p
GSXR Carlos
05-07-07, 01:42 PM
Tru Dat!