Driven by their passion for motorbikes, many people have started to take their motorbike driving licenses. As such, motorbike repair shops have become increasingly common, especially in larger cities.
However, repair shops must do far more than provide services to gain and retain customers. They must equip their motorbike repair shops with the tools required to perform various tasks in the sector. This increases not only the quality of their service but also their productivity.
Investing in adequate, quality equipment is an excellent way to stand out from the competition. But which tools are required to make this happen? Find out in this article.
Is setting up a motorbike repair shop good business sense?
The business of motorbike repair shops has gained more and more interest, especially as the market is growing in Portugal. This is the most recent data on the use of motorbikes.
What services does a motorbike repair shop provide?
A repair shop may offer different – and more or less specialised – services depending on the sector it wants to target (e.g. competition or vintage motorbikes). However, the main services generally provided by a motorbike repair shop are:
- Painting;
- Upholstering;
- General mechanics;
- Exhaust lines;
- Preventive maintenance;
- Restoring old motorbikes;
- Replacing motorbike shock absorbers;
- Check-ups in preparation for periodic motorcycle inspections.
Once again, the services may vary depending on the niche market in which you seek to operate within the universe of motorbikes.
How can you set up a motorbike repair shop?
If you aspire to have your own motorbike garage, there are some steps you should follow to ensure you are successful, such as:
- Establishing the services you want to provide your customers with;
- Choosing the location of your motorbike repair shop;
- Registering as a business;
- Establishing the type of company you want to register, that is, whether you’ll operate as a sole trader or limited company;
- Getting the licenses necessary to be able to operate;
- Establishing a garage management plan to ensure the productivity and viability of your business;
- Structuring a marketing strategy to not only attract new customers but also build existing customer loyalty;
- Hiring qualified mechanics for your garage;
- Ensuring all organisational safety conditions are met.
That said, you’ll also need to buy the tools necessary to enable you to provide the services you want to provide in your motorbike garage.
Where can you buy tools for your motorbike garage?
Beyond power tools and sets of wrenches is an entire list of motorbike garage tools that you must buy to provide your customers with the best service possible, such as car lifts.
As such, we’ve ensured the KROFtools catalogue contains all the motorbike workshop tools you’ll need to help you carry out the daily tasks required in your business. Find out what they are.
Hydraulic motorcycle lift 450Kg
Lifting vehicles is an everyday operation in any motorbike garage, so a hydraulic lift is a must-have tool.
This hydraulic motorcycle lift, which has a lifting capacity of 450kg, allows you to lift motorcycles to heights ranging from 180 to 780mm.
Click on the image to find out more about our Hydraulic motorcycle lift 450Kg (Ref.9860)
Hydropneumatic motorcycle lift 680Kg
A lift with a capacity of 680kg, it lifts bikes to heights ranging between 180 and 830mm, supported by a robust steel structure.
Click on the image to find out more about our Hydropneumatic motorcycle lift 680Kg. (Ref.9865)
Motorcycle Support 300Kg
To ensure your garage is kept organised, there’s nothing quite like a 300kg capacity motorbike stand suggested for use on the front wheel.
Click on the image to find out more about our Motorcycle Support 300Kg (Ref.4831)
Hydraulic motorcycle lift 135Kg
For lighter motorcycles, this hydraulic motorcycle lift with a 135kg capacity can be lifted to a height ranging from 350 to 870mm.
Click on the image to find out more about our Hydraulic motorcycle lift 135Kg. (Ref.9866)
Lever Tyre for Motorcycle 370mm
When manually disassembling motorcycle tyres, tyre levers are undoubtedly one of the most essential tools for any motorcycle workshop.
Click on the image to find out more about our Lever Tyre for Motorcycle 370mm. (Ref.5406)
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