BEWARE BEWARE BEWARE Absolutely true story... I took my beautiful vintage BMW R100 (70's era) to Al to have some modifications done on the muffler and on the foot controls. Basically my foot controls were too close to the muffler and needed modification. I asked Al for his suggestion. He said he could try and adjust the foot pegs and also change the muffler. Expected time about 1-2 weeks. In the end, he gave me the bike back after about two months wait, and the foot pegs still did not work right. I was quite angry and frustrated, especially after his countless excuses on why the bike wasn't ready, and having to wait for the bike so long, paying to have the bike towed each way, and getting the bike back with little to no improvement. I called Al and he seemed to have no excuse, just clueless and bewildered. I thought well maybe the guy neglected to inspect the bike before it left his shop. I told him to take the bike and to please get it done right this time. Later, after I call him, he tells me he can't work with my existing muffler and that I should consider getting a different style muffler and header, and that this would solve the problem of it being too close to the controls. So I agreed to pay for the new system and he, took at least a month to get this installed on my bike. Every time I called him I got the same insincere, mindless, almost stupid-minded, excuses. I started to wonder if I was working with someone who was mentally challenged, or of an exceptionally low intellect. I couldn't believe that someone that owns a shop, could believe that their clearly foolish and insincere excuses would be tolerable or even believed. So he finally gets the muffler on, calls me and says the bikes coming back and that all is working fine. When I get the bike back, after almost two months, I couldn't believe my eyes. (Yes it was shipped back as its much more convenient due to my long work hours). The exhaust was awful looking, and didn't fit the style of my bike. When I looked at the exhaust tip, I saw that he had both riveted the tip onto the pipes, and also used metal screws. WTF?? I couldn't believe it. I could get a better job handing a monkey a wrench and locking him in a garage with my bike. I have pics that I can share so you can see what I mean. I also posted pics on his pic board so look towards the last pics posted and you will see how he Frankensteined my exhaust. The bike looked awful and even worse, Al didn't even test my rear brake control. It does not fully engage the brake so it is very unsafe. There is so much more but I think I've made my point. I took the bike recently to a new shop in Glendale and they pointed out all the things that Al did wrong, and that they have heard lots of complaints about Al's shop. He really did seem to know about Al's shop so I don't doubt this. In the end, I lost months, lots of money, I was stressed and let down, and for what? I still can't ride my bike until the new shop gets me a new exhaust system that will actually work and look true to the bike's era. Save yourself the trouble. Don't go through what I did. Im very fair, and I believe anyone can make mistakes, but this was not the case. This was simply a careless, insincere and very unprofessional operation, making claims that were false, misleading, and with little to no regard for quality of work nor timelines in delivery. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. I can back up everything I've stated above. Good luck and ride safe. read more

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incredible quick service with fair pricing. al and the other mechanics were super friendly and helpful!!

Super service. Knowledgeable crew of pros and feel safe bringing my motorcycle here to get repaired. Highly recommend it. 5/5. Am looking forward to returning for future repairs. read more

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Great motorcycle shop with great people! I called for a quote and was able to bring my bike in the same day! They did my valve adjustment in under 24 hours read more

They will find you and contact you. It such a gangster.. wow I'm so afraid about 1star reviews... Is anyone imagine broken some parts while riding? Jesus....need more nice attitude for anyone who see the review and try to fix motorcycles read more

Caution to all riders! I have never serviced my bike here and I never will because I have now seen how incompetent, rude, and fraudulent this motorcycle shop is. After reading this review, I hope you think twice before giving this shop a chance to destroy your bike. First time I followed my friend who was getting his bike serviced at this location, I shrugged off some of the red flags this place was giving. Their service price changes more quickly than the stock market. What they quote you is just to reel you in. Post-service bill will be different and you will have to argue with the owner to have it fixed. Sure, mistakes can be made and the owner fixed the price so maybe it's not all bad. Go check the 1 star reviews and you can see that they do this kind of shady stuffs pretty often as other people have also complained about this in their reviews. Here's the worst part though. If you are satisfied with their price, think again because more than likely they did a poor job on the service. Two of my friends' bikes started falling apart on the road before my eyes shortly after getting their bikes serviced here. Both instances were due to sloppiness in their workmanship, such as failing to tighten the parts to the spec or even failing to put on the fasteners entirely. This also seems like a recurring theme in the reviews. Borderline fraudulent sales practice is one thing but messing with your bike and your life is not something that should be taken lightly. The owner's rude reactions to the complaints instead of well-deserved apology tell me that this place is beyond salvagable. To all riders, there are other great bike shops out there. This place is not even worth trying out. Save your money, avoid the headaching experience, and save your life. read more

Some good guys behind the counter, fixed me up with what I needed at a reasonable price. Can't ask for much more than that.

I went in to get some parts for a motorcycle that my uncle gave to me and was super satisfied with the service. I'm not super familiar with motorcycles but these guys helped me out so much. They knew exactly what parts I needed and even helped explain to me how to install my parts and show me videos that would help as well. They are incredible and super helpful. 100/10 would highly recommend read more

Me and my friends usually went here to fix or upgrade our bikes The reason why I hate here is they always give different prices to anyone. For example they said before the beginning to fix is $120 and finished fix they change to charge $180 Because blah blah blah.. One of my friend upgrades foot brake paddles But they are not put in to bolt to switch censer so doesn't work brake light And they forgot bolt or not hold perfectly. You have to look more than 2times Another friend change tire here and they are not perfectly hold adjuster so tire loose control and chain is going out while on the riding! Wtf? He almost die on the road! I DEFINITELY NOT GOING HERE ANYMORE ALSO MY FRIENDS TOO! NEED TO FIND OTHER PLACE ¥IF YOU WANT TO LIVE ¥ read more

Great people, fair prices and great atmosphere. They're very helpful and resourceful. read more

I bought a 79 CB750 from a friend and bought it to Al for a tune up and general diagnosis. The tow in was easy and affordable. They replaced a rusty tailpipe, overhauled the carburetors, new fork seals and generally got the bike into great shape. My friend, the former owner, said it has never run better. I haven't been to other shops so don't have a comparison, but Al is a straight shooter, prices seem fair and I'm always greeted as a customer that matters. read more

First off.... the way they handled all my questions while doing my research really gave peace of mind.... No only were they patient with all my questions they had the best turnaround time compared to other shops. I got my bike back alot quicker than quoted at other places. The professionalism alone is what makes me choose them for all my future mantanice. Best shop in SoCal... hands down! read more

I have 2 motorcycles I had serviced here at this shop. I am honestly impressed at their quality of service and The only shop I would recommend in the Echo Park area. I have tons of respect for the guys who work here, $40 tows, Dave will come within minutes in the Southern California area. Their prices vary on distance of course but I believe it to be the most fair. They serviced my Japanese bike which was surprising because they serviced European bikes as well, like triumphs and American bikes which was the majority, far as I've seen. 5/5 stars from me. read more

Al's is the best shop in LA! I dropped my bike off at 11am, got it back at 5pm. New breaks, new tires, carb clean, oil change, the works. My bike has honestly never run better! read more

I took my motor there with 4 brand new rings asking for them to be put in and jugs set over. When I picked it their head mechanic said, "your gonna have a smoker". I asked him what he meant and he said the foreman whose name I will omit but starts with a M and ends with an e told the mechanic to put it together with a broken ring. I said, "what"?? Why didn't you call me and let me know? Why didn't you give me the truth? Give me the opportunity to get new rings and do it right? I've never heard of such a thing to let something go out their shop so half assed and so poor of a job. Where is your self dignity, quality assurance, reputation man!! I had to go back 4 times. The amount of monies I spent going back and forth was ridiculous. So unprofessional. So disappointing. I would avoid this shop entirely unless you expect 2nd rate mechanical workmanship. Such poor communication and horrible work. Very disappointing. read more

Took my 75 Honda xl over to Als about a month ago after having some carburetor issues. They replaced the carb and throttle for me quickly and efficiently. Can't stress enough how on top of it him and his team are. Best of all they guaranteed the work. Any little issue I've had they've been on top of it. Old bikes are a pain but I'm glad Als team is still willing to work on them. read more

In 2017, I brought my 2002 Yamaha Virago to Al's Motorcycle Shop for minor engine repairs a couple of times. The work was satisfactory, although the final bill always seemed "padded" by about $300. You would think I had learned my lesson from this experience. No so - read on. About a month ago, I brought my 2012 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic trike to Al to diagnose and repair a "rattling" noise. By the time he was finished, my trike had a new primary chain, tensioner, gaskets, and he had replaced all fluids twice (even though he replaced the gaskets and all fluids the day before!). Add in the clutch kit, and these "repairs" came to approx. $1,100. The trike still has the rattling noise and is still difficult to shift. Still haven't learned my lesson though. Yesterday was the last straw. Last Monday, I emailed Al that the trunk lockset to my trike had fallen out, and there was still the problem with the new clutch. He responded Thursday afternoon, saying to bring the trike in, and that they were open from 10:00-6:00. I took my trike in Friday morning at 10:00. Al had me write down what repairs I needed for the work order. Detailed instructions were left with Al, along with a copy of the Harley-Davidson 2012 Trike Supplement to the Shop Manual so Al would have the manufacturer's repair instructions. I also left the lockset and U-clip that holds the lockset in place. All he had to do was reinstall the trunk lockset. Finally, Al's secretary calls me at 4:30, saying my bike was ready. When I arrived, I looked in the trunk and the repair supplement and the parts I brought were right where I left them, untouched. All Al did was drive my trike from the back of the shop to the front and parked it, leaving the trunk wide open. When I found Al, he first said they "didn't have the correct tools to do the job." The only tool required to reinstall the lockset is an Allen wrench. He then he changed his story to "we had too much other work to do." Why did he email me saying to bring my trike in if there was already too much work? Finally, he changed his story again to "we don't do that kind of work" and to "take it to a dealership." Why didn't Al tell me this before I left my trike? Not the way to run a business. If you are going to lie to me, at least make the lie believable -- don't insult my intelligence with stupid stories. I have FINALLY learned my lesson. read more

Great customer service...down to earth and honest guys and (doggo on the couch)...if u want your bike done right definitely go here...I thought I would be handing my wallet to them and only getting ample amount of work done but not true at all...can't wait till it's all done thanks guys read more

disappointed with this shop had my bike serviced with Al and the Following day my drive way was filled with oil so i went in to the shop yo let them know what happened and Al sent a guy to tow it back to the shop as discussed with Al never did he mention I had to pay for the tow so I paid $75 bucks to load up my own bike with there friends of mine ‍‍‍ read more

I needed a tire change on my bike, I called several other shops all the way from chaparral's in San Bernardino to Cycle Parts in East Los where I usually go; chaparral's charges $120 just to change the tire with the bike! Wow that's crazy so I check Cycle Parts in E.L.A they charge $59.99 still too much in my book then I give Al's a call I let them know I have my own tire I just needed to get it put on they charge only $40.00 that's a win in my book. Got to the shop out in Echo Parke and they took my bike right in. Wrote me up an invoice and took my keys off to work on swapping out the old with the new. The owner Al himself is on the spot to make sure the job gets done right and in a timely manner. This is my first time here but they've earned my business with good service and fantastic pricing. This is a great place if you're tired of spending hard earned money on other shops give them a try their worth your business! read more

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My original review is below. I'm editing it and lowering my review from 2 to 1 star. Al, of Al's Cycles, just called me on my cell, days after we stopped texting, to complain about my Yelp review. At home, at dinner time, mind you, using my personal cell number as a "professional" without authorization (minor point, but we'd only texted, and also his number showed as restricted). I tried to explain it was dishonest to have me come out (time off work) without telling me I can't test drive it, and moreso that he didn't disclose that the vehicle was in some rando's name. He claims his insurance won't cover test drives, so I tell him "then you shouldn't sell cars". He says but he isn't a car dealer, I reply that he probably shouldn't deal in cars then. He goes on to explain that he sells cars in other people's names all the time. This was a vast departure from what he told me the other day in person, which was that he took mercy on some poor kid who needed his money back on the scooter. Which is it, Al? You do this every day or the kid brought out your heart of gold? Either way, disclose that significant information before I take time off work and Lyft out to you. You're taking money out of my pocket. Also, he hung up on me when I didn't tell him what he wanted to hear. Original review: I replied to a Craigslist ad selling a Yamaha vino scooter. Turned out to be Al at the other end. I got to the shop and he was very friendly, but explained that some kid had bought the scooter, registered the title with DMV, then came back to Al begging for his money back (cited financial issues). Al says he took mercy on the kid, but now he wants to sell me the scooter in some other guy's name. How can he even sell me the vehicle if the title isn't in the right name? On top of that, he says he can't let me test drive it because of his insurance. This is a lot of red flags. Big red flags. read more

First time going to Al's great people that work there, a real family style bike shop they work with you and very respectful I recommend this place and I'll continue to go here read more

Great and prompt service I had a motorcycle park for over 12 months they got it ready to run with a tuneup and service within two days very communicative they keep me updated with what was needed and what was going to be done on my motorcycle read more

Worst services. I wouldn't take my bike there They are careless. No professional Services at all. No sense of urgency. read more

Happy to now call Al and Al's Cycle Shop my family because they keep me riding on a safe machine out there. And my Bonnie is getting up there in her age. Went in for a general safety inspection, came out with a newly rebuilt front brake cylinder and front tire for my '02 Triumph Bonneville. They guarantee their work should anything happen. Glad they're just down the way in the neighborhood should I require any additional service. I'm proud to support their local business! Thanks, Al and family. read more

I will never bring my motorcycle here. this place is no good more on promises but won't deliver what their talking. they talk a lot that's for sure but don't do the walk. PROMISES PROMISES just like a never ending promises. WILL NEVER BRING MY MOTORCYCLE IN THIS SHOP. read more

Stopped by and left my 1966 Vespa all state with Al. He did a great job on my bike. Helping my bike got new whitewall tires, tuned up my scooter and also cleaned up my carburetor with new fuel needle replaced. Thanks read more

Amazing shop. The work is done well the prices are reasonable and the employees are super personable helpful and kind. Fully recommend ride safe! read more

Al's Cycle Stop - Motorcycle Repair Near Me - Los Angeles, California

DO NOT GO, if you want to live!!!! These guys are GOD AWFUL, do you know why all these Yelp reviews are good? They ask you to write one before they ring you up and give you a $50 discount! This is a Negligent shop owned by a negligent owner that almost killed me due to straight LAZINESS!!! DO NOT ALLOW THEM to touch your bike unless you are watching them with your own eyes, but I still am warning you DO NOT TAKE TO AL's CYCLE SHOP! Where do I start, I came in to have my front and rear tires replaced. This mechanic that was assigned to my bike was quite annoyed having to change a tire. All this happened over a 3.5 hour period it took this shop to change 2 tires and an oil change, total of 4 hours I spent at the shop 1st red flag- The tech left put my bike up on the lift and walked away for 25 min. The shop gave me some random excuses saying he went to Autozone. 2nd red flag- I see their mechanics throwing motorcycle parts around the shop. Not walking over and putting stuff on the ground, but throwing!! 3rd red flag - The owner Al got in a fight with man in a wheelchair that owned a scooter to get around in, Al was screaming and yelling at this pool handicapped man, that his wife, and his top mechanic Mike asked him lower voice and take into another area without customers watching. 4th red flag- The mechanic was pissed that he had to do an oil change after changing the tires 5th red flag- After waiting for 4 hours, watching my bike on the lift for 3.5 hours, tech finally finishes. Once bike is on the ground, myself and Al's wife comment that the front tire is flat, Immediately the tech denies it. AL's wife and I had to walk over to tech to show him. The annoyed look on his face was like a young child's. Instead of putting the bike back up on the rack, he fills it with air. I immediately questioned him, and he cut me short saying it was fine. He took the bike half a block up and back and said I was good to go. I questioned him a 3rd time about the flat tire, and he assured me i was fine. I WAS NOT FINE. While on the 10 fwy going 65 mph, the front tire went flat on me!!!! BRAND NEW PIRELLI tires was flat!!! I called the shop immediately but they decided not to answer the phone as they were about to close. I waited til the next morning to call to complain. In a VERY calm voice I explained what happened... AL's immediate response to me was... " I am not a motorcycle tech, I am a book keeper" UMM AL... YOU OWN THIS SHOP and thats the excuse you want to give me?! Long story short it took several days of empty promises of him saying he ordered my tires, and then had the tires in shop, but then would give me EVERY excuse in the book why he couldnt tow my bike back to their shop as my bike was completely immobile. Turns out AL didnt order my tires immediately. Rather he was killing time and giving me so many excuses. Its crazy how a grown ass man and owner of a business would lie and give so many excuses of what happened. After waiting 2 weeks for my tires, I called him upset asking why it was taking so long. Then he claims that the street next to the shop was shut down. I lived in Echo Park for 10 years, theres several ways of accessing this shop. As I complained about it taking so long to order tires and that I wanted to cancel the order, AL started screaming and yelling at me over the phone saying how he had ordered the tires. He was again making up another excuse, he had not ordered anything otherwise it would have taken his vendor 2-3 days to get him what was needed. So i took the liberty of ordering other tires online which came in 2 days, and took to another shop to have the tires replaced. The new tire shop showed me ALL the damage AL's cycle shop did to my new wheels, 2nd set of tires ever put on, and they scratched these 21 inch DNA twisted spoke rims, screwed up the oil change where my bike was leaking oil, I had to take into Harley and cost me more money to find out their tech didnt tighten anything up after changing the oil. YOU could hear the air blatantly leaking from the tire when it was blown up to PSI required. The original guy was too lazy to bend over to try to listen for air. Lastly the the new shops tech also showed me that the rear used tire AL CYCLE SHOP had sold me and convinced me was safe was NOT safe, in fact it had a plug in it bc it was flat already, but sold it again to me, an unsuspecting customer. Long story short, DO NOT GO TO AL"CYCLE SHOP, if you value your life, bc they do not value it, and wil literally give you every excuse in the book was it wasnt their fault, promise you a bunch of things to make things right but then wont follow through. NOT A owner/shop/ or man that I have ever experienced like this before. read more

My good buddy Steven is a rookie bike rider with low confidance who recently whiskey throttled his bike into a pumpkin patch and petting zoo. His Honda MiniMoto "Monkey" was destroyed on the impact and the fuel tank caught fire causing several explosions and injuries to a Polynesian chicken named Walter and Welsh Pony named Zeus on duty at the pumpkin patch's petting zoo. Al's shop was amazing, they came out to the crash site immediately, helped free the injured animals and towed the remaining pieces of the bike across town to their shop. They were able to help salvage one of his foot pegs, a mirror and portions of the windshield . These dudes were rocknroll the whole time, Steven may not ride again but I would definitely calls these guys again! read more

Al's Rocks! For Servicing, Repairs, Parts, Maintenance - you can't beat the prices, friendliness, mechanical aptitude - quality if service - and all around having a team if mechanics "look out for your bike". Al's guys identified that I needed my steering bearing repacked with grease and tightened up - when I was in there to get a new Michellin put on the rear. Not only do these guys have incredibly fair rates- they'll find the parts you need at the best prices and they get the work done fast - and they get the work done Right! By all means! Have AL'S Team service your bike/s. GO TEAM GO. Can't say enough positive things about their Mechanics and support. Probably save you a small fortune than having your Dealer Rep do your Service work As well... I have read all the negative reviews here on yelp as well. I don't get it. Lupita gets my parts ordered. Al quotes me a fair price. his crew gets my bike back up and running with general maintenance regularly and back out the door quickly. be that an oil change, new tires, chain replacement, steering bearing assembly, whatever. has always been great to me and my bike. I also had a worn out gear shifter that broke in B.H. and was stranded. for whatever reason didn't have motorcycle coverage on AAA. Al's team gave me a tow for 1/2 of what it'd have costed through AAA ~ a 15 mile tow. and since they didn't have a Kawasaki klr 650 shift lever, they put a used sport bike shifter on at no cost to me whatsoever to get me back up and running that night until I could get a Kawasaki part in Santa Monica. read more

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What a luxury it is to have Al's in my hood! Bottom Line: +Good work. +Friendly service +Reasonable prices +Quick turnaround Been here a couple times to have some work done and always left feeling sooped up! There was some confusion the last time I was there, but they worked with me on it and even gave me a little price break, score! read more

Al's Cycle Stop - New white wall on my Vespa! Done by Al's, dope. - Motorcycle Repair Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing people who do amazing work! Took my 1961 Vespa here and it's never run better. Glad to have them in the neighborhood.

Super nice folks. They do great work! Have taken my sportster here a couple of times and walked away smiling.

I'm visiting LA from North Carolina and found out that Al is willing to help out anyone, no matter where you're from. I went into Al's shop this morning right after opening in search of a helmet to borrow. Not only did he let me borrow a very nice helmet, he also noticed I didn't have gloves and gave me a pair of leather riding gloves - I was so glad he did because it got cold quick after sunset. Thanks to Al's generosity, I was able to knock something off of my bucket list: riding highway 1! It was a great day. Thanks Al! read more

Al's Cycle Stop - Thanks for letting me borrow a helmet and gloves Al! - Motorcycle Repair Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I have a 2009 Honda Rebel. It's not a fancy bike but it's my bike and it was stalling on throttle which is... weird. I decided to take it in (no appointment needed) but it died on the way so Al hooked me up with a tow and they gave the bike a once over. Fuel line flush, carb job and a better battery later, plus a first timer yelper customer discount, and she's running like a dream. Everyone was super nice in person and on the phone. They were able to get my bike fixed up quickly and for a totally affordable price. I will definitely be back! Thank you! read more

I had left my motorcycle outside unused for 15 years. Al motorcycle shop picked up the bike and fixed everything. It runs like new. Great customer support and great mechanics that advised me for the entire repairs. They are simply great!!!! read more

These guys always go above and beyond! I've had my bike for about 8 months now and have taken it to 3 different shops for maintenance, repairs and customization. Al's has to the best when it comes to repair and maintenance. The staff is always friendly, courteous and honest.....including Bruno the shop dog,Lol. My visits have included New Tires, Handle Bar Installation, a Clutch Job and Neutral Light repair. Prices are fair but the best thing about them is the turnaround time, always on time. read more

I started coming to Al's shop April 2020.i have old 79 Honda cb750 I took it to get carbs synched .they dialed them perfectly..So .this time I needed a new coil cuz it was running on two cylinders the carbs were leaking and it needed a tune up he was able to avoid a valve adjustment....the bike is running Excellent He doesn't do anything unnecessary..he's fair and honors is work with a guarantee.I always refer to his shop its hard to find a good solid consistent shop...Well guess what People..this is the Shop!!!... read more

UPDATE: Al actually reached out and wanted to make things right about my tire. He let me know he was going to honor our phone conversation and install a Perelli tire. Al said to bring my bike back in, and he'd swap out the tire at no additional charge. I brought my bike in for the swap and it was all smooth. I appreciate Al wanting to make things right and just shows he is running an honest business. Bike is running great. Thanks, Al. Brought in my Sportster for much needed maintenance. Al was friendly, responsive, and took note of all I asked him to have look at. Upon his team's evaluation, Al contacted me with a text message of work order recommendations. We then chatted on the phone and we walked through the proposed work. In the end, I got an oil/filter change, spark plugs, primary oil, new battery, rear brake change, and a new rear tire. Much needed maintenance. So far the bike is riding great! TIME: In total, I brought my bike in on Saturday afternoon and all work was completed by the following Tuesday afternoon (they're closed Sundays). So about 2 business days. Barring any unforeseen problems, I would say this was a swift and speedy experience. CONS: I think the pricing was a bit on the higher end. Although, because I had a lot of work done all at the same time, it seemed to be a better value. Also, when I spoke with Al on the phone, he mentioned they would probably be installing a Michelin or Pirelli rear tire. What I got was a cheaper Shinko tire. Not a bad tire, but still, not what I had expected. I would ask them to be more up front about the products they are ultimately going to install on your bike. I'd say a tire is a pretty important piece of your bike and you should know what you're getting. In the end, I chose not to make an issue of it and I'm happy with the overall experience. The shop has a family owned and run vibe. Al and his wife are very nice and I think this is appealing from a customer service perspective. I would go back to them for certain work, but not everything. read more