Originally Posted by
Rick_D
It was a two-step process: placed a presale order at substantial discount versus projected retail then, as the years passed and bikes trickled out, they offered an ultralight upgrade at added cost so I opted in with a second payment. Retail on my configuration now, when they're taking orders, is US $4,500 and making a third payment to reach that mark seems to be the only way to get a bike. Lacking that, I'm in refund limbo with quite a few others.
So you risked up front money on this KS project, then waited 8 years, and now he wants you to pay full retail because you wanted the upgrade? Doesn't sound great. While it's great that Peter didn't abscond with the cash, he should offer a hefty discount for your troubles, even if you want the ultralight version. I realize he's still underwater on his investments, but he should still do the right thing for his early backers IMO.