SoCal mobile mechanic thoughts

Kevin2109 · July 12th, 2012, 11:33 AM

So @alex.s and I have been playing with the idea of starting a mobile mechanic service for the locals around us. Our prices would be much lower then any shop, we can come to you, and you actually get to interact with some cool guys while your bike gets worked on

Would anyone be interested? We can do anything from syncing carbs, to complete engine rebuilds. Anyone have anything they need help with?

OR maybe we could do tech-day classes and host different weekends about different topics, from pulling carbs to syncing to jetting, all of that

No engine work on the pregen, sorry guys, I just havent worked on them yet to feel comfortable enough. Coolant and oil changes are ok for the pre though

sjc88 · July 12th, 2012, 12:12 PM

That sounds like a good, idea. I rather learn and watch from you guys rather than "trust" a shop to do the correct work.

itsEnZo · July 12th, 2012, 12:19 PM

Sounds like a cool idea. I for one would definitely shell out cash for trusted dudes who know basically everything there is to know about my bike, rather than go to a shop I don't know lol

broilmebk · July 12th, 2012, 12:59 PM

Sounds pretty cool

flippn · July 12th, 2012, 01:26 PM

I'm interested. Sent you a PM.

uncle hilty · July 12th, 2012, 01:34 PM

Its a great idea, dont need you now but im sure i will!!!
Good luck!

checho323 · July 12th, 2012, 01:50 PM

Sounds really nice. You can do the more technical stuff

Kevin2109 · July 12th, 2012, 01:55 PM

Sounds like some good response! I like it

Just PM me or shoot me a text if you are interested, and alex and I will help set days up

seven one four-four seven two-seven five nine eight

Jay T · July 12th, 2012, 02:04 PM

Think you guys will offer classes as well? I'd rather pay to learn than have people do it for me.

*EDIT* Didn't read the last part of the post. Forgive me I'm sleep deprived

Sign me up for that tech day!

Trailerboy531 · July 12th, 2012, 02:09 PM

Would you be charging for these tech day classes?

Kevin2109 · July 12th, 2012, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jay T

Think you guys will offer classes as well? I'd rather pay to learn than have people do it for me.

*EDIT* Didn't read the last part of the post. Forgive me I'm sleep deprived

Sweet, we will have to set one up soon

Sign me up for that tech day!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trailerboy531

Would you be charging for these tech day classes?

yes sir

KenOnABike · July 12th, 2012, 02:22 PM

I'm nowhere near you, but I wanted to chime in and say I think this is a great idea.

edit: record the classes and I'll pay to watch them!

Skid · July 12th, 2012, 02:23 PM

PM sent.

Kevin2109 · July 12th, 2012, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trailerboy531

My name is max and I complain about everything

The point is to re-cooperate costs, help ken and crissy out. Me and alex loose a good amount of money every time we work on bikes as is. Clearly people are wanting help on how to work on there bikes, or dont care about doing it themselves and want someone else to do it for them. Do you really think we would be making a ton of money off of this?

Kevin2109 · July 12th, 2012, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KenOnABike

I'm nowhere near you, but I wanted to chime in and say I think this is a great idea.

edit: record the classes and I'll pay to watch them!

Thank you

Kevin2109 · July 12th, 2012, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trailerboy531

Still complaining....

So I think we are on different levels

Tech days will be different then the classes that I am thinking. The class will be a small charge, and we will cover one or two subjects. Lets say we start out small the first class and just do coolant changes and flushing brakes, we show you how to do it and if you have any questions then we are there to assist and show you the ropes

Trailerboy531 · July 12th, 2012, 03:32 PM

I think that's a great service to offer and anyone who attends would be lucky to have the help of you and @alex.s

sixer · July 12th, 2012, 03:51 PM

what are the rates for sey.. carb sync and valve adjustment..

Actually you can use my bike for the class lol... but serious i need it..

Jiggles · July 12th, 2012, 03:53 PM

I'm down for this, I can't pay you but I will provide beer and hot naked women, or men, w/e you like

Kevin2109 · July 12th, 2012, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sixer

what are the rates for sey.. carb sync and valve adjustment..

Actually you can use my bike for the class lol... but serious i need it..

Thoughts as of right now, prices may change. Parts are paid for by the customer

Valve job - $150
Carb sync - $40
Brakes - $10 for bleeding them $30 for a fresh system $10 for pads
Oil - $10
Carb tuning - will be based on set up, with the airbox in it will be more expensive

Alex · July 12th, 2012, 04:30 PM

Will you be seeking a BAR license? Problem with performing unlicensed repairs is that if there ever is a dispute, the provider loses immediately if they aren't licensed. So if you charge someone $155 for the repair, and break something that costs them any amount of money to fix, they go to court and win by default, and you get fined and shut down by the state. As well as owing the potential $$$$ to your ex-customer to get the bike fixed somewhere else.

So - you can either limit your work to only the closest of friends who would never consider seeking a judgement against you, or you risk losing all the money you'd ever earn in the venture (and more).

For what it's worth, people set up unlicensed shops (and unlicensed mobile repair) services all the time, they just only last right up until they have their first problem. By the nature of mechanical objects, there is guaranteed to be such a problem, it's just a numbers game.

Kevin2109 · July 12th, 2012, 04:41 PM

Good point...

We will start small then, brakes, fluids, stuff like that

Thanks to @KenOnABike for the video idea, this will for sure happen

dino74 · July 12th, 2012, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevin2109

Good point...

We will start small then, brakes, fluids, stuff like that

Thanks to @KenOnABike for the video idea, this will for sure happen

Not to discourage you guys but I won't try this. The liability is huge if you worked on someone's brakes and they failed. Even if it wasn't your fault if would be hard to prove since you do not have the proper certification and licenses. Just my

Jiggles · July 12th, 2012, 07:04 PM

Make everyone sign a release form!

jjb84 · July 12th, 2012, 08:27 PM

@Kevin2109 does great work... Definitely trust this guy. I would definitely have him do work on my bike. Speaking of more work... My rear brake caliper somehow came off my bike and was dragged for miles. Might need to replace... Should I do upgraded brake lines and pads at the same time?

Vergil · July 12th, 2012, 08:34 PM

I think its a cool idea, someone does that around where I live and drives a huge purple van. Everyone knows it when they see it, but like Alex says, the licensing and required insurance would be an investment for sure.

Jay T · July 13th, 2012, 12:02 AM

If anything, I'd still pay for some lessons. If they no longer want to do work on bikes, that's fine, knowledge is worth more anyway. Give a man a fish, etc.

Kevin2109 · July 13th, 2012, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

Make everyone sign a release form!

Now we are talking! lol

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjb84

@Kevin2109 does great work... Definitely trust this guy. I would definitely have him do work on my bike. Speaking of more work... My rear brake caliper somehow came off my bike and was dragged for miles. Might need to replace... Should I do upgraded brake lines and pads at the same time?

Thanks man

Umm if you have the money yes replace the lines and the pads (vesrah) Didnt you have one of the bolts missing? Did the other one fall out

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jay T

If anything, I'd still pay for some lessons. If they no longer want to do work on bikes, that's fine, knowledge is worth more anyway. Give a man a fish, etc.

My thoughts exactly

nycsteve · July 13th, 2012, 10:11 AM

Whenever you happen to drive a couple THOUSAND miles east I'm in!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

I'm down for this, I can't pay you but I will provide beer and hot naked women, or men, w/e you like

Only if you can bring chicks that look like the one in kev's avatar should be accepted!

Nemesis · July 13th, 2012, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dino74

Not to discourage you guys but I won't try this. The liability is huge if you worked on someone's brakes and they failed. Even if it wasn't your fault if would be hard to prove since you do not have the proper certification and licenses. Just my

In addition, having to hear two "mechanics" argue how a job should be performed is very discouraging. Hahahaha!

That and your methods/approach are very odd.

dino74 · July 13th, 2012, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nemesis

In addition, having to hear two "mechanics" argue how a job should be performed is very discouraging.

Don't you know about the "good" mechanic / "bad" mechanic routine? It intimidates bikes into confessing...

dino74 · July 13th, 2012, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjb84

My rear brake caliper somehow came off my bike and was dragged for miles. Might need to replace... Should I do upgraded brake lines and pads at the same time?

I'd keep the rear OEM just cause upgrading the lines/pads on the rear will just make it lock up easier. Save $$% for other things. My

alex.s · July 13th, 2012, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dino74

Don't you know about the "good" mechanic / "bad" mechanic routine? It intimidates bikes into confessing...

does that mean dumping hot pizza on your valves is like water-torture?

Kevin2109 · July 13th, 2012, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dino74

I'd keep the rear OEM just cause upgrading the lines/pads on the rear will just make it lock up easier. Save $$% for other things. My

Agreed, I was talking about lines up front. Take the rear off

(just kidding)

Quote:

Originally Posted by alex.s

does that mean dumping hot pizza on your valves is like water-torture?

bwahahahaah

Jay T · July 13th, 2012, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nycsteve

Whenever you happen to drive a couple THOUSAND miles east I'm in!

http://youtu.be/RTykzD6TlZM

Jussayin'

lostdaemon · July 14th, 2012, 01:31 PM

I love this idea!

Talon · July 18th, 2012, 06:47 PM

I'm down, sign me up for a tech day or classes. I'm very interested in learning everything I can.

NinjaBoyEddy · July 18th, 2012, 07:28 PM

I want to be a mobile mech

lol I can do breaks and bleed

and shim lol

Ontopic. Kevin I'm needing the 8000mileajor service. Did brakes fluid and oil. What's the price

July 12th, 2012, 11:33 AM	#1
Kevin2109 KThanksBye Name: Kevin Location: Orange County Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 zx636r Posts: A lot.	SoCal mobile mechanic thoughts So @alex.s and I have been playing with the idea of starting a mobile mechanic service for the locals around us. Our prices would be much lower then any shop, we can come to you, and you actually get to interact with some cool guys while your bike gets worked on Would anyone be interested? We can do anything from syncing carbs, to complete engine rebuilds. Anyone have anything they need help with? OR maybe we could do tech-day classes and host different weekends about different topics, from pulling carbs to syncing to jetting, all of that No engine work on the pregen, sorry guys, I just havent worked on them yet to feel comfortable enough. Coolant and oil changes are ok for the pre though __________________________________________________ ----> My Youtube! <---- Unregistered, watch my youtube page! Last futzed with by Kevin2109; July 12th, 2012 at 02:39 PM.

July 12th, 2012, 01:55 PM	#8
Kevin2109 KThanksBye Name: Kevin Location: Orange County Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 zx636r Posts: A lot.	Sounds like some good response! I like it Just PM me or shoot me a text if you are interested, and alex and I will help set days up seven one four-four seven two-seven five nine eight __________________________________________________ ----> My Youtube! <---- Unregistered, watch my youtube page!

July 12th, 2012, 03:53 PM	#19
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	I'm down for this, I can't pay you but I will provide beer and hot naked women, or men, w/e you like __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

July 12th, 2012, 04:30 PM	#21
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Will you be seeking a BAR license? Problem with performing unlicensed repairs is that if there ever is a dispute, the provider loses immediately if they aren't licensed. So if you charge someone $155 for the repair, and break something that costs them any amount of money to fix, they go to court and win by default, and you get fined and shut down by the state. As well as owing the potential $$$$ to your ex-customer to get the bike fixed somewhere else. So - you can either limit your work to only the closest of friends who would never consider seeking a judgement against you, or you risk losing all the money you'd ever earn in the venture (and more). For what it's worth, people set up unlicensed shops (and unlicensed mobile repair) services all the time, they just only last right up until they have their first problem. By the nature of mechanical objects, there is guaranteed to be such a problem, it's just a numbers game. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

July 12th, 2012, 04:41 PM	#22
Kevin2109 KThanksBye Name: Kevin Location: Orange County Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 zx636r Posts: A lot.	Good point... We will start small then, brakes, fluids, stuff like that Thanks to @KenOnABike for the video idea, this will for sure happen __________________________________________________ ----> My Youtube! <---- Unregistered, watch my youtube page!

July 12th, 2012, 12:12 PM	#2
sjc88 ninjette.org member Name: Sung Location: Torrance, CA Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 77	That sounds like a good, idea. I rather learn and watch from you guys rather than "trust" a shop to do the correct work.

July 12th, 2012, 12:19 PM	#3
itsEnZo ninjette.org member Name: Jared Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): None.. YET Posts: 41	Sounds like a cool idea. I for one would definitely shell out cash for trusted dudes who know basically everything there is to know about my bike, rather than go to a shop I don't know lol

July 12th, 2012, 12:59 PM	#4
broilmebk ninjette.org sage Name: Brian Location: Orange County, CA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 ninja 250r Posts: 762	Sounds pretty cool

July 12th, 2012, 01:26 PM	#5
flippn ninjette.org member Name: Neil Location: Austin, TX Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 Posts: 45	I'm interested. Sent you a PM.

July 12th, 2012, 01:34 PM	#6
uncle hilty ninjette.org member Name: Mike Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 Ninja 250r, '72 Honda 350 Posts: 23	Its a great idea, dont need you now but im sure i will!!! Good luck!

July 12th, 2012, 01:50 PM	#7
checho323 ninjette.org guru Name: Checho Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Harley Street 750 Posts: 284	Sounds really nice. You can do the more technical stuff

July 12th, 2012, 02:04 PM	#9
Jay T ninjette.org member Name: Jay Location: 626 Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): EX250J Posts: 12	Think you guys will offer classes as well? I'd rather pay to learn than have people do it for me. EDIT Didn't read the last part of the post. Forgive me I'm sleep deprived Sign me up for that tech day!

July 12th, 2012, 02:09 PM	#10
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	Would you be charging for these tech day classes?

July 12th, 2012, 02:22 PM	#12
KenOnABike ninjette.org newbie Name: Kenny Location: South Louisiana Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Blue 250r VROOOM Posts: 7	I'm nowhere near you, but I wanted to chime in and say I think this is a great idea. edit: record the classes and I'll pay to watch them!

July 12th, 2012, 02:23 PM	#13
Skid troll bait Name: Brian Location: Marina Del Rey, CA Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Ninja 250EF Posts: 72	PM sent.

July 12th, 2012, 03:32 PM	#17
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	I think that's a great service to offer and anyone who attends would be lucky to have the help of you and @alex.s

July 12th, 2012, 03:51 PM	#18
sixer no joy Name: Six Location: Cali Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 2006 636 Posts: 408	what are the rates for sey.. carb sync and valve adjustment.. Actually you can use my bike for the class lol... but serious i need it..

July 12th, 2012, 07:04 PM	#24
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Make everyone sign a release form! __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

July 12th, 2012, 08:27 PM	#25
jjb84 ninjette.org member Name: JJ Location: Cali Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 127	@Kevin2109 does great work... Definitely trust this guy. I would definitely have him do work on my bike. Speaking of more work... My rear brake caliper somehow came off my bike and was dragged for miles. Might need to replace... Should I do upgraded brake lines and pads at the same time?

July 12th, 2012, 08:34 PM	#26
Vergil Laser Quest Name: Austin Location: Ventura county Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Black Ninja 250r Posts: 245	I think its a cool idea, someone does that around where I live and drives a huge purple van. Everyone knows it when they see it, but like Alex says, the licensing and required insurance would be an investment for sure.

July 13th, 2012, 12:02 AM	#27
Jay T ninjette.org member Name: Jay Location: 626 Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): EX250J Posts: 12	If anything, I'd still pay for some lessons. If they no longer want to do work on bikes, that's fine, knowledge is worth more anyway. Give a man a fish, etc.

July 14th, 2012, 01:31 PM	#36
lostdaemon ninjette.org member Name: Mar Location: Los Angeles Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninjette Posts: 150	I love this idea!

July 18th, 2012, 06:47 PM	#37
Talon ninjette.org member Name: Doug Location: Irvine, California Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250, 2012 ninja 650 Posts: 34	I'm down, sign me up for a tech day or classes. I'm very interested in learning everything I can.

July 18th, 2012, 07:28 PM	#38
NinjaBoyEddy ninjette.org guru Name: Eduardo Location: Hollywood, Calirfnia Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250r special edition Posts: 286	I want to be a mobile mech lol I can do breaks and bleed and shim lol Ontopic. Kevin I'm needing the 8000mileajor service. Did brakes fluid and oil. What's the price

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