How To – Become A Motorcycle Mechanic

If everyone just rides a motorcycle and does not know how to take care of it or repair it, the equations will be lost and the balance too. So, there are some of you who may like to become motorcycle mechanics not just to repair vehicles but also to earn your living.  As a motorcycle mechanic you will be responsible to take care of a bike, carefully inspect it, and take care of repairs for motorcycles.

A motorcycle mechanic may have an average earning of $27, 000 approximately. To become a good motorcycle mechanic you must have good hearing, eyesight in addition to manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude. You should be able to work on your own as a mechanic and also take suggestions from your colleagues. Not just this, you must also keep yourself up-to-date with the changes in technology. Your work will be precise and also varied and challenging of which most will be analytical and methodological in your approach.

If you are wondering how to become a motorcycle mechanic you are only 5 steps away from becoming a motorcycle mechanic. Let us take a look at them:

  • 1.    Graduate high school: Most employees require this as a minimum criterion. They may not ask for higher education but this is a requirement that needs to be fulfilled. You
  • 2.    Repair small engine: You must have an aptitude for repairing small engines and also in maintaining them. If you have the experience in repairing small engine it will be helpful to your pursuit of becoming a mechanic. In addition to this, you must also be in good health because these jobs can be quite exhausting. Also, the job requires a lot of physical strain and a lot f bending and lifting.
  • 3.    Attend motorcycle mechanic program: There are certain trade schools and mechanical institutes that offer motorcycle mechanics programs. You may attend these programs and get hands-on training in classroom settings. This would help you to get exposure to the probable characteristics of the job of a mechanic.
  • 4.    Get hired: look for a good motorcycle repair shop and get hired. You may have to start with low pay in the beginning but it would still be a working experience for you. With this experience, you can take your career further as a mechanic at other companies and get paid higher. You could search the ‘classified’ section in your local newspapers and apply. Even the Internet is a good option to look in.  Some companies may also advertise on the Internet because this way they can reach to a different and a large mass too.
  • 5.    Take advantage courses: Some manufacturers may offer training courses through the company that you may be working in currently. Do not hesitate to take advantage of these courses, as you can become a certified mechanic. This will also be advantageous for you when you want to look for better jobs.

Do quality jobs once you are a mechanic and being honest always pays high. Honest mechanics always have a high line up of customers than otherwise.

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Mr BABUN ANIO JYETHRO January 15, 2013 at 7:52 pm

General / motorcycle repair

Mr BABUN ANIO JYETHRO January 15, 2013 at 7:54 pm

for motorcycle general works – trouble shooting and major repair

LESLIE PORTMAN February 24, 2013 at 12:38 pm

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roberto gottlieb March 30, 2013 at 11:56 am

Dear sir,
i am interested in buyin a service manual for a yamaha motocycle model TT250R bought which i bought in 2010 in Chile (south america )
can you help me ?
Also interested in your course for motorcycle mechanic

thank you
roberto

merv May 20, 2013 at 8:02 am

looking to order workshop manual for Honda cbr 250 r , 2011

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Miguel G April 15, 2014 at 10:49 am

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Rasher October 2, 2014 at 5:39 pm

Hi , i am looking for a repair manual for a Suzuki GSXR 750 L4 2014 Model.
Regards,
Rasher

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Scot Garrison June 24, 2016 at 12:39 pm

I am looking for a service manual for a 1993 Honda cr 80r. I have many manuals for different bikes that i am willing to help someone else out in return. Thanks for any help.

Ameshka Hemaratne July 8, 2016 at 2:55 am

Hi there
I am looking for a Wiring Diagram service manual for honda cd 125t (CDI)
Will be waiting for that ,

Best Regards,
Ameshka Hemaratne
Sri Lanka

A Mason August 1, 2016 at 1:04 pm

Hi

I’m looking for a Manual for a boulevard C50 vl800

Thanks

Claudia RIBAS October 25, 2016 at 10:02 am

Hi there, I am looking to buy the manual for my Honda CB350 1972. Can you help me with that?
Sincerely,
Claudia Ribas

jerome mcqueen July 22, 2017 at 11:18 am

im looking for a manual on a 2001 honda recon trx250

Justin March 31, 2018 at 4:01 pm

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Bruce May 12, 2018 at 3:16 am

How can I find out why my 3 &4 cylinder don’t fire

Bruce May 12, 2018 at 3:17 am

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roger nistler September 1, 2018 at 7:30 pm

looking for manual for 2012 Yamaha zuma.

j. Kelvin Ledlum December 18, 2018 at 11:51 am

I am a Motor Bike mechanic and i went to know more about motorbikes like
AG-200, AG-100 , Yamaha YBR-125 and Honda CFL-250 .
Please help me.

Rodolfo sanchez October 27, 2020 at 9:04 am

Manual fj 1200 yamaha 1992

Lawrence f. Prowd April 4, 2021 at 12:24 pm

I am a motorcycle mechanic, but still need added knowledge.
Please sir,could you assist me in sending me troubleshooting chat or manual for the AG200 bikes? l’m a needier of your help!

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