Unfortunately the Honda dealership that was near this place closed its doors, so when it was time for an oil change on my motorcycle, I went to this place (Champions Yamaha - now called West Orlando Powersports).
Where do I begin? The rude woman at the service department counter? The embarrassing rude announcement made over the dealership's public address system? or The ridiculously high prices???
I went to West Orlando Powersports when the nearby Honda dealer closed. This place had been a Yamaha dealer, but it now has a new name and the Honda sign; so I thought the old dealer simply took over the Yamaha dealership (since it is physically larger). Unlike the great service I was used to at Honda, the lady behind the service counter was not friendly as she took my information. When I asked about some of the old staff, I learned that this dealership had taken the Honda name - but it was in no way connected with the old dealership. She went on to say things that I personally would consider slanderous comments.
This prompted me to ask her about their pricing. Since it clearly was NOT connected with the old Southern Honda dealership, I asked if their prices were comparable (Southern Honda used to charge $58 for an oil change). She informed me that the oil change would be between $100-$110.00! I was shocked to say the least. She then suggested that the Honda employees were "giving things away" and that's probably why they went under (again, very inappropriate to make such comments and insinuations). I was floored by the price being almost twice what I was used to and started considering my options. She explained that their price for labor was $92/hour - and an oil change was at least a half-hour's labor. PLUS, she said I would need 4 quarts of oil at $7/quart, a new oil plug gasket at $11, and shop supplies.
While she continued to check on the parts availability, someone (I assume the manager) made a dealership-wide announcement, during which he shouted that he wanted the ENTIRE sales team to meet him... and he then added "THAT INCLUDES YOU John Doe" (the name has been changed for privacy). That was the last straw for me because it clearly showed me that this dealership is totally unprofessional - therefore not worthy of my trust (or money).
I checked Google for another motorcycle service center in the Orlando area. The first one that came up was a Yamaha dealer on East Colonial Drive. I called them and asked how much they charge to do an oil change on my specific bike. The man who answered the phone was friendly, polite, and told me it would be $55 - a few dollars cheaper than I was used to! Best of all, he could get me in that day.
I will NEVER go back to Champions Yamaha (or West Orlando Powersports) because they are a rip off. They clearly overcharge, they are rude, and unprofessional. Best of all, the next day I saw my neighbor (who has several motorcycles) and I told him about my experience at that dealership. When I told him that the woman in the service department said that I would need 4 quarts of oil for my bike, he commented that my bike (because of its size) probably only takes 2-3 quarts max.
I gave them 1 start, but I would have given them NO stars if it were possible. read more