Before taking my 97' evo chopper to Top Dead I spoke to Bret on the phone. He was really friendly…read moreover the phone and text me about scheduling a time to bring my bike down. This was convenient and honestly I like the personal touch. Bret is super knowledgable about Sportsters and overall motorcycle mechanical knowledge. I know enough to be dangerous but when it came to figuring out a tricky brake problem Bret opened up a can of worms but was able to track down the problem and fix it the RIGHT way. I am honestly thankful for people who are unwilling to do something wrong just because it's cheap or maybe even what you ask them to do. Bret gave me his best advice on the issue, we came up with a plan and I rode off into the sunset. I'll definitely be back and am really thankful for the help I got at TDC.

This was the second time I've been to Top Dead Center Cycles within the past 16 months. Brett and…read morehis wife Julie, run a top-notch motorcycle maintenance shop in Austin, Texas. I visit my son in Austin, Texas every year from Las Vegas, Nevada. I have all my bike needs fulfilled at Top Dead. I'd say that's a pretty damn good endorsement. I will be back when coming through Austin next year.

Scammer and Thief If you need a spark plug change ask for…read moreNikki is the man for you If you need to be hung on the phone ask for jackie . you should ask them to start your bike before to pay anything or they will charge you more and more . I paid more than a 1000 dollars and refuse to pay the last 577 dollars that was supposed to be 400 after 5 month of supposedly work on it . Now I got a bike that don t start right away and sound like a lawnmower. Can t go on the highway with it . They have a 90 days warranty for you to know . But after you bring the bike because it s not working . Mister ego Nikki told me he could not work for free . You should work right the first time and not telling your customer that you were missing some cleaning produce that is not professional at all . So if you need to get your gaz thank clean and your fuel pump replace I would not recommend this place . If I can make you save money . I told him ( Nikki if you forgot the name of the thief ) that was my everyday vehicle . The response was we re going to be the fastest they could . ......... 5 months of lift and uber to go to work . I could have get a new bike for the work for free .

Nikki Jackie Hamilton Tim.. All are AMAZING to work with. Every time I come here and get my bike…read moreserviced they never fail to amaze me with the customer service and pricing.. Everytime I leave here my bike feels like a whole new bike in the greatest way! 10/10 recommend coming here!

Bryce was awesome to work with, and well worth the wait! He was early for the appointment,…read moreperformed the repair exactly as described, and did so efficiently and right on budget. He also offered me a number of tips to keep the bike in great shape for years to come (e.g., use QuikTrip no-ethanol unleaded + octane booster). Friendly and fast. Super grateful and highly recommendended.

Bryce rebuilt my R6 from the ground up and the bike is like new again. Great communication…read morethroughout the process and always kept me updated on the build. He ordered the parts needed, cleaned the bike up, and made sure everything was done right. Very professional, reliable, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend him to anyone.. I'll definitely continue doing business with him.

The 5-star review this place has is accurate and deserved…read more I had a Yamaha V-star that had been sitting in the garage for about three years, non-op; wanted to get it back up and running. Called 'em up and was assured that'd be easily doable. Had the bike towed there so they could assess it, determine what all would need to be done, and provide a cost estimate. The assessment took a little while (a couple of weeks), but once they'd determined that, they got the repairs/replacements done in under a week! Wow! The price was also incredibly fair. When I stopped in to pick her back up, I finally got to meet the folks and see the shop, and I gotta say, it's clear these folks like bikes and like working on bikes. This is their jam. The employees are friendly and helpful and their hands are stained with grease-- exactly who you want working on your vehicular baby! She's been purring perfectly ever since for all my zooming about town. The shop decor is fun too-- they've got a pinball machine on free play if you need to kill some time while you wait. On my way to the bathroom I saw they even have some arcade-style motorcycle SEGA games! They have merch for sale like t-shirts. Bathroom is immaculately clean for a shop toilet. Impressive. If you're in need of a motorcycle repair, trust these folks with it!!

Cool relaxed atmosphere. Friendly staff…read more The guys really are super quick. I've referred them already to several. I walked in 10 mins before closing (unknowingly) after wrestling with my tires all day. They didn't hesitate and had them done in 10 mins. After a failed brake flush in my own I rode my bike up there. They had rear brakes replaced, front tire turned the right way (I'm not much of a mechanic lol), bled brakes, replaced axel nut that had stripped and let me know I needed a new brake fluid reservoir that had stripped. Took an hour to find all the problems and fix them. Seriously won't go anywhere else. Was expecting crazy prices but not the case. Wheels out on the rims under what I expected and one hour service a few days later was reasonably priced.

Johnny and crew sharpened up my '49 Pan for spring riding. Then shaped up the '45 Chief for more…read morevintage riding. He also hooked me up with a great painter and gave the Chief a needed fresh spray. I wouldn't go anywhere else.

I recently had some serious issues with my only form of transportation. It was leaking oil (which…read moreis of course terrifying) and some other minor things. I was so impressed when I rolled up and felt immediately safe as I saw approximately 20 motorcycles in varying degrees of improvement, none of which were less than roughly 40/50 years old? These guys know what they're doing. The owner Johnny came out along with Marine Corps Vet Dan and off we went. There were many small things to do but Dan also discovered my clutch was about to break! It was frayed and about poo! He went into Austin same-day and still managed to finish before end of day. Costs were clearly explained and very reasonable-since Imma girl I often feel taken advantage of in these situations and I did not on this day. 10/10-highly recommend!! Xoxo

I am the original owner of a 1972 Honda 750K2. Had it restored in Virginia over 10 years ago…read more Used to take it to a different shop, but eventually they refused to work on it for anything other than easy tune-ups. Had an oil leak at the cylinder head. Finally found Rathbone a couple of years ago. Trevor and the crew were able to diagnose the issue and told me what had to happen (engine had to come out to fix the seals in the head). Ordered a complete seal kit and replaced all the seals in the engine, cleaned and adjusted the carbs, tuned, etc. Great work. The bike has run like a watch. Starts right up, no leaks cold or hot.

fantastic spot! trevor and matt are both extremely knowledgeable and always answered any question i…read morehad. i've had multiple bikes there over the years and have seen some awesome projects roll out - i have and will continue recommending this shop to anyone looking for work in the area. ... also, the donut shop next door slaps so, you can snag a treat when you drop off your ride

These guys are very good at what they do. Very nice, very professional. They are definitely there…read morefor your scooter needs.

I was lost and briefly idling in an open parking space at this business to check directions/make a…read morecall for assistance when a rude employee came outside and abruptly reprimanded me. It was a busy area and their parking lot was completely empty with other spots available, so the confrontation felt unnecessary and added to an already stressful situation. I explained that I'd only be there for a moment and would be on my way, yet the response was still rude. It certainly doesn't inspire confidence in how they interact with customers!

I have a 2018 RINET that had an unfortunate event, cracking the right cylinder to the point it…read moreliterally would make my jeans soaked. Not a daily. I paid a good price, tried to replace the cylinder myself and it worked for a month. Depressing. I found Ben online, w fairly specific requests that many mechanics would refuse. Nothing outrageous, and I think it reflected his confidence in BMW boxer motors, even a more modern four year old one. "It's the same engine, more or less". For some reason, I was sold on that. I had seen the engine apart, and I had to agree. I brought the bike not running, repaired ineffectively by me. He helped guide me which parts he thought were important...which took a few weeks. BMW parts are SLOW if they're not in the states. "A 2018 RNINET CYLINDER? Let me check mother Germany." Three months ....Anyhooo....Ben is smart as a tack, personable and a born teacher. He loves these bikes and understands them. I gave him every bit of information I had for the bike....LOTS. I think he opened it up once for torques. One of THOSE guys. I know, he graciously allowed me to WATCH him work and help when I could. I wouldn't count on it, but very generous act. He also allowed my dead bike to sit in his garage waiting for Berliner's get their shit together. I can't remember if I paid him a little extra sunthin sumthin, for the pain...but it wasn't from his suggestion if I did. Ben doesn't seem like that kinda guy. Bike fired up, and has been settling over the last several thousand miles. I love my bike. BMW always told me..."don't replace the cylinder, it won't ever be the same." That's easy for them to say. I don't know if it's the same or not as I've done little to the bike. Scrape a baby possum off my face plate...but that's my head. I paid under 4 grand for the bike. Under one for the repair? Might drag little at 2k in first gear coming out of driveway....wtf do I want? I drove a 1100 cc NINJA when I was a kid. This is much classier and I don't have paper plates at the little car show around these parts. My bike looks used but imagine a beautiful woman waking up in your bed, for no reason determined, she looks as hungover as you feel not perfect but just RIGHT...smells amazing...stays the after noon...maybe even dinner again when she orders Vietnamese food you didn't know existed. Nobody complained. I couldn't prove the bike is slower pre or post accident and repair even I wanted to. I've pushed 120 mph easy. Ben is not a bullshitter. He speaks in a manner that suggests he's thoughtful of what comes out of his mouth but has a sense of humor too that spurts out. HE GENUINELY WANTS TO DO A GOOD JOB. He's willing to ask himself questions and make moves that others may not. But he won't do it without asking YOU FIRST. After three thousand miles I'm perfectly happy.

Ben replaced my clutch plates and added some accessories (bar end mirrors, bar riser and shorty…read morelevers) to my 2006 Ducati Monster. He is professional and fast with excellent communication along the process. I'm thankful that I now have a mechanic for my Ducati that I like, know and trust!

Review for QZ cycle…read more John is the best. I regularly ride at over 120MPH and I know that every nut and bolt could be the difference between life and death. I wouldn't trust anyone except John with my cycle. Ii took a little while to schedule in and with good reason, John is busy because he can be trusted does good work and doesn't charge an arm and a leg to do it. I am so glad to have found someone in Austin that can be trusted to do the job right. In the end I had 1 clogged jet, 1 jet not seating right, a broken intake boot, and a cracked exhaust pipe. He repaired all of that, and also flushed all my fluids and checked my tires. On that note good thing he checked they were way off. What impressed me most is that he personally rides everything after working on it. He told me the back tire broke loose for him. I have been riding that bike for years and never gotten the tire to break loose, so I know he didn't take it lightly on her. I love that when someone not only talks the talk but walks the walk. The fact that he got down on it hard enough to spin a tire tells me a lot. Now she purrs like a kitten with that deep loud rumble she had when I first got her, no more idle problems, and the response time when I roll on it is 1000% better. Honest and good trustworthy work that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, sign me up for that!!! Thanks again John for the work, I will be back for any and everything bike related. 2001 Midnight star 1600cc 3k miles.

this man is complete nice guy, brought him a rim to put a tire on, and balance, mind you it was…read morefresh painted and I waited three week for paint and clear coat to fully cure, Brought it to this man and he said I'm real carful with new painted rims, did not use a jaw cover and drove a spoon into the paint causing me to repaint a quarter of side rim over, hell what's another 7 hours of fixing right. After almost having it simi better i see he didn't even balance it. In my opinion he's a hack not because he didn't balance the tire but because he felt the job he did on my stuff was less important than other things he was doing in the shop. Lesson Get my own balancer and tire mounter and stay away from people who don't care to do the right thing.