Hi Rick,
Yes, you are correct, sad to say. Georgia's Lemon law excludes motorcycles. Here in New Jersey we do have that protection but I would prefer not to have to exercise that option. After snooping around I did read this:
Motorcycle Lemon Law in GeorgiaGeorgia Lemon Law does not cover motorcycles. However, the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act states that the manufacturer of any product — from your toaster to your lemon motorcycle — must abide by the warranty.
Unlike the Georgia Lemon Law for new cars, which requires you to go into arbitration, you need to sue the manufacturer and/or dealer of your motorcycle in a court of law. The window of time to initiate a lawsuit is small, so speak to a Lemon Law attorney if your motorcycle has been in the shop three times for the same problem. If your case is successful, the manufacturer will have pay for attorneys' fees, so you shouldn't have to pay for representation.
As with other types of Lemon Law claims, organization is key to presenting a convincing case. Keep spotless records of every malfunction and problem you have had with your motorcycle since you bought it. Save all of the paperwork that you received every time you brought your motorcycle to be serviced. Catalog the days the motorcycle spent in the shop and out of your possession. Remember, the more organized your evidence is, the more likely it is that your attorney can win your case. Make sure to send the manufacturer a notification letter via certified mail with a return receipt requested.
Not good but all there is, or so it appears. I hope he gets some satisfaction soon.
Bob
