I'm going with the option of chasing my own private quotes from licenced repairers and send an nasty email to the RTA. They do have a 'Damage & Claim' department so hopefully I can get full compensation for the repairs. So far the quote I've got is about $1200, for new bar, water bottle, painting and labour, not cheap!
If that fails, then I'll go through AAMI and have it sorted.
More updates to come.
I suggest you lodge a claim with your insurance co.You wont lose your NCB as it wasn't your fault.That's why you pay insurance.Let them do the chasing up for you
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