Motorcycle Mechanic

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Perfect for those passionate about two-wheeled adventures and hands-on work.
Keep riders safe and vehicles running smoothly with expert mechanical skills.
Dive into the world of engines, from scooters to dirt bikes, and master the craft.

💰 Earn $44K-$62K

📚 Vocational Training

⏱️ 12–24 MONTH TRAINING

📈 2.5% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, dirt bikes, or similar motorized vehicles.

Mount, balance, change, or check condition or pressure of tires.
Replace defective parts, using hand tools, arbor presses, flexible power presses, or power tools.
Dismantle engines and repair or replace defective parts, such as magnetos, carburetors, or generators.
Connect test panels to engines and measure generator output, ignition timing, or other engine performance indicators.
Listen to engines, examine vehicle frames, or confer with customers to determine nature and extent of malfunction or damage.

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Minimum Education

Vocational Training

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Job Openings

1,700 Annually

Median Earnings

$50,600 in California

$46,270 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Equipment Maintenance
Operations Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Repairing
Troubleshooting

You value 🙏

Having support
Having freedom
Job security

Deep Dive

Motorcycle Mechanic

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years