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Community Motorcycle Repair

Motomethod Provides On-Site Help While You Work On Your Bike

— July 17, 2012 — Autos
The Vancouver-based Motomethod shop is revolutionizing the way bikers repair and service their rides. This community-oriented repair shop encourages motorcyclists to work on their bikes and receive advice and support from the shop's staff and on-call mechanics at the same time.

Motomethod makes service bay areas available for bikers to rent, and each bay comes with tools and equipment for bike repair, customization and other activities. The shop also provides a parts-ordering service for items that are needed but not currently available. This new approach to motorcycle servicing aims to turn the traditional repair shop model into something that is more inclusive and educational, helping bikers work together while also teaching them about bike mechanics.

According to Simon Travers, the founder of Motomethod, "We have everything you need to do almost anything to your bike, from oil changes to full engine rebuilds... Some customers come in for the quick stuff ( oil change, brake pad change, tire change, tune up etc…), where as others come in to build bikes from scratch, rebuild their engines, and use the machine shop."
Trend Themes
1. Community-oriented Repair Shops - Community-oriented repair shops are revolutionizing the way bikers repair and service their bikes by providing on-site help, advice, and support from staff and on-call mechanics.
2. DIY Motorcycle Repair - DIY motorcycle repair is gaining popularity as shops like Motomethod provide service bay areas for rent, complete with tools and equipment, allowing bikers to work on their bikes themselves.
3. Inclusive and Educational Repair Shops - Inclusive and educational repair shops like Motomethod aim to transform the traditional repair shop model by providing a supportive environment for bikers to work together and learn about bike mechanics.
Industry Implications
1. Motorcycle Repair and Service - The motorcycle repair and service industry can benefit from adopting the community-oriented approach of shops like Motomethod, offering on-site help and educational services to bikers.
2. DIY Tools and Equipment Rental - The DIY tools and equipment rental industry has the opportunity to cater to the growing interest in DIY motorcycle repair by providing specialized tools and equipment for rent.
3. Motorcycle Parts and Accessories - The motorcycle parts and accessories industry can tap into the market of community-oriented repair shops by offering a convenient parts-ordering service for bikers in need of specific items.
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