First, thanks for all the replies on this thread!
My dealer is quoting MSRP. They also claim, as mentioned above, that they will only receive 1 Venture every three months. They were really pushing the one they had coming in next.
I also checked into the tires. Replacing both Front & Rear tires, with labor, was over $900. I tend to be tough on tires and only get 5-6K on a rear (Stratoliner).
So, I am going to hold off until 2019 and let things settle down.
I look forward to getting one these bikes. It is a sweet ride!