Super professional service, Nir's attention to detail was immaculate. There are bike shops that seem to be in it for the $ and then there are bike shops that are in it for the love of cycling. Based on my experience, Nir and Bike Improve fall in the latter bucket. I can't speak highly enough of his attention to detail and expert level knowledge of bicycles - geometry, measurements, recommendations - you name it. Nir has a new customer for life and I will be recommending all my friends and family here for their high level road and mountain biking needs. Could not recommend him more. read more

Bike Improve - Bikes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Not a big fan of this repair spot. Tried to squeeze as much money as he could for a 7 minute repair. The vibes were generally off with the owner, not super respectful, made unhelpful remarks. I may have caught him at a wrong time but if you are looking for your friendly neighborhood repair shop that will to go above and beyond this isn't the spot for you. This is just my experience, other people will have their own, just thought I would share read more

Honest and great pricing. I took him an old bike and it's an easy money maker for Nir and without me asking he told me that the cost might not make it worth giving it a tune up. I asked him to still tune the bike up because I know it will be handled with love and care. read more

I came into the bike shop looking to get some more information before making my first bike purchase. I was talked down upon as if I wasn't good enough for the sport and how "I don't have enough money" to be shopping here. Even if I was a billionaire I wouldn't dare step inside again. Horrible & egotistical people. read more

Bike Improve is the best bike shop I've been to, and I'm thankful to be a regular customer. Nir is truly an expert professional mechanic and store owner who has been able to fix and help me understand several key issues with bikes over the years. This is the first and only shop I recommend when it comes to repairs, especially for high-end parts and frames. Thank you! read more

The guy wanted to charge me $20 just to use the air compressor for 10 seconds. I even offered to buy something. I know bike shops that have those outside for people to use for free. Homie is a cheap scape and was kinda of a jerk about it lol. Definitely wont be coming back or recommending this place to anyone. read more

Bike shop is a toss up on service and conduct. I was turned away from the shop today for a simple part request on my bike because they were "too busy" with only one other customer in the shop. Yet they were staffed with 3 people total. The clerk gave the excuse that the part would take too much time to find. How long does it take to find a locking nut for a bike wheel at a bike shop? Apparently forever! The clerk never made an effort to look for the part or ask for help in looking, all while sitting comfortably behind the cash register in an air conditioned shop. How very weird for a local, bike shop... Addendum: Bike shop is too "high end" to deal with "inexpensive bikes" ( how do they know how much my bike cost anyways ? It could have been made of einsteinium for all they know ). So seems like the bar for service is set at $10k / bike... Lastly, they never ATTEMPTED to look for the part, only saying it would take too long to look for it, which is very different from looking for a part, not finding it and THEN saying, "Sorry, we don't have that part." The $10k bike, nor its construction and / or importance was never mentioned during my query oddly. read more

Bike Improve - Bikes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Bike improve is a pretty solid spot for bike fixes. I was riding by and got a flat on Santa Monica. Fortunately, Bike Improve was just a few blocks away. I dropped in and since I just needed to replace the inner tube, they prioritized my service so I can get in and out in less than 10 min. Cost is about average for the area - $18 for parts and labor. They also sell a bunch of equipment and bikes here. Bikes range from a few hundred to thousands. They heavily feature Scott and Bianchi. Solid spot. read more

Sure, you may have to wait for a bit. Cool your jets. They'll get to you in a moment. I brought in a vintage Nishiki road bike with rotten tires early last summer, that Helen's in Westwood (now closed) had screwed up so royally a few years back, I couldn't ride it. The Bike Improve guys put on Continental Ultra Sport tires, slightly wider than the originals. Really gives a great ride. The bike was in good shape (it was in storage for years), but the spokes were rusted. Nir told me to use steel wool and WD-40, because any new wheels he could order wouldn't be as good as the original ones on the bike. I went home, gently sanded the spokes, and my bike rides like a dream. I was able to use it all through the lockdown in LA. It saved my sanity, and Nir saved me a lot of money. I appreciated the honesty. Very pleased. read more

I had read the description on their website and it sounded like an experienced, knowledgeable place to get my vintage Klein MTB bottom bracket re-installed. So I called in to schedule a time; to my amazement, the gentleman on the phone insisted that Klein bicycles only used threaded bottom brackets and never used press-fit bottom brackets (sorry, semi-bike nerd here). Anyone who knows bicycles and Klein bicycles knows that they were one of the first to use pressed-in bottom brackets. I got an argument from the guy on the phone who insisted I didn't know what I had, or I had some weird setup. Supposedly, they are a top notch shop. They should know this stuff!!!! I gave 2 stars because I don't know about the rest of the staff. I only interacted with the one gentleman who didn't know his $*#t and felt like he was gonna teach me a lesson. read more

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Absolutely horrific customer service. If you are trying to get any kind of service on your bike I would absolutely avoid this place like the plague. With so many good shops in the area that have a pleasant demeanor and a customer friendly experience why would I give this business any of my money. O The two people working there seemed like they were they were being inconvenienced by us popping up in their shop. We showed up at fourP.m. and the guy claimed he's closing down and couldn't help us... mind you they close at five. They Are not interested in getting any kind of business whatsoever with their subpar customer service. I will not be returning. There are so many better places that understand customer service. This place ain't it. read more

Nir is the man - they've worked on all of my bikes, always deliver within the promised time frame & always keep me in the loop of what's going on. Very knowledgeable with all brands and setups.. I had a Specialized "authorized dealer" build my S-Works Venge, and after a couple weeks of terrible shifting, falling brake pads, rattling noises & basically carelessness for my safety, I took it to Bike Improve & right away Nir could tell everything wrong with it (a lot of very small detailed things that add up). From basic jobs to pro setup to warranty work, highly recommend them for anything. No BS, clear and HONEST, they'll tell you what you need and how it needs to be done to get u rolling safely. Not to mention the Nir Wheels: built in house by the man himself, great value and rides equal or better than many of the overpriced mainstream stuff. Happy to support my local shop, u guys rock! read more

Bike Improve - Bikes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I have an old, not-expensive-but-dependable bike that I commute on daily. My front brake cable snapped this morning, and Nir was able to fix it super fast (while I waited!) and for a fair price. I'll definitely return for future bike maintenance and repair. read more

Avoid if you don't own a $2000 bike or have appointments. Doesn't carry enough parts for walk-in. Worse yet, clerk Thomas is very condescending. This is the first time the phrase "bike snob" comes to mind. Lazy and doesn't know how to count money (first thing he does is to allege that the client gave the wrong amount). Two stars for manager and other workman behind the counter. They charge $75/hr for walk-in labor. Would love to visit again since it's nearby, but never again. What a shame - not your neighborhood bike shop. read more

I've had my bikes maintained by Nir for a few years. He helped me get accessories for my ebike today and he did a tune-up. I suspect he's pricier than his competitors, and he skews toward the high-end stuff (I'm more of an "entry-level" cyclist). But I think (in this case) you get what you pay for. He's very patient with me and all of his recommendations have been rock-solid. He takes his craft very seriously. He doesn't upsell you, but he does warn you about the price you'll pay when you penny-pinch in the wrong places. Bottom line: 1. He's an expert. 2. You can trust him. 3. Do business with him. read more

By far this is number one bike shop in Los Angeles Nir is so knowledgeable it is impressive and the best part he is really generous with his knowledge. read more

Bike Improve - Bikes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

AVOID THIS SHOP! I am extremely disappointed in the way this bike shop conducts business. I work within the bike industry and have never experienced a lack of professionalism or disregard for customer service like I did in this store. The owner was rude and I was overcharged for a pair of Shimano cleats for my road shoes ($50). I went into the shop to purchase new cleats for my road shoes en route to meeting up with a group for a ride. They had a very limited selection and due to the urgency, I opted for a different cleat than the model I typically use. The young mechanic ask me to remove my shoes, and when he saw the wear on my old cleat he offered to screw in the fresh pair. After less than 5 minutes, the mechanic asked me for my card (without first telling me the $total), swiped it, and when I signed the receipt I was shocked at the total of $50. When I asked why the price was so steep, the mechanic told me the labor (about 3 minutes of screwing) was an extra charge, and told me I would need to speak to the owner, whom was on a phone call behind his desk. I waited for the owner to wrap up his call, then questioned why I was being charged extra, when I was never told there would be an additional fee AND have never been charged extra in any other store. The owner responded in an extremely combative manner suggesting that I was cheap and didn't want to pay the mechanic, when in reality I was being grossly overcharged for a product that I've never paid more than $30 for in the past. I will never be returning to this store and urge others to avoid. read more

Went there to get a rim trued up. Rim is now in good shape, the even field down the weld to make braking smother. Quick turnaround, reasonable price. Deff. Recommend. read more

I was born and raised on the Westside and cycling has always been important to me. Truth be told I've worked at a few local bike shops myself. However I still go to Nir at BikeImprove for all my technical work and professional fittings. In a world of big corporate chain bike shops there's really nothing better than getting a personal and knowledgeable experience when getting your bike fixed. Since I met Nir, regards of my own ability to maybe fix something myself or to do some wrenching on my own, I still bring everything to Bike Improve to double check. These guys are legit. Highly recommend! read more

Purchased my second bike here in under 2 months. I knew exactly who I was buying from after my previous great experience. Once again very good deal and very good service. Nir and Ido are my go to guys for all my bikes and parts. I have referred a few friends who have also bought bikes here since. read more

On Sunday I was invited for e bike mountain ride by owner Nir and bike maker pivot Found bike was easy to handle and fun riding on Santa Monica mountain trails Nir guided through scorpion trails very technical and with the e bike was great experience for all of us approx 20 riders We got back shop offer nice coffee answered all our question great time Pivots rep Demon was super nice and helpful with getting each one of us with fitted bike. Thank you Nir see you soon on the road/mountain or in the shop. read more

I wish I could write something more positive but I've had three unpleasant experiences. Most recently, I brought in my bike with a tire that wouldn't hold air. I agreed to replace not just the tube but also the tire, and I also decided to have him replace both tires since the bike is old and had not been used in a long time. He told me I would need to wait there while he did it because his shop is very small (true) and he has no place to store bikes (turns out false). Seemed reasonable, though the style (as in my previous experiences with him) wasn't very pleasant, so I waited, paid, thanked him--he never thanked me--loaded the bike in my car and went home. Exactly a week later I took the bike out for the first time and discovered that, of all things, the rear tire wouldn't hold air! I brought the bike back in and again he told me I had to stay. I couldn't but told him I'd be back in 45 minutes. When I returned, the bike was done, and, lo and behold, it was safely locked up to the bike rack just outside the entrance to his shop. So why did he tell me I had to stay? I asked what had caused the tire to fail, and he said that maybe the tube had gotten pinched between tire and frame, and anyhow, he wasn't going to charge me. I laughed, "Charge me? Well, of course not. You replaced the tire a week ago and this is the first time I've used the bike." To which he said, "I don't think it's your fault, so I'm not going to charge you." He must have said that three times. His point seemed to be that I owed him thanks for not charging me, which is more than a little backward. Instead, how about "Gee, I'm sorry for your extra trouble in having to bring the bike back in. Glad to have had the chance to make it right." After all, it was my afternoon plans that got totally screwed up. I like to support small local businesses, and I live right nearby, but there's been something irritating in every interaction here. I'm not going back. read more

It's true that they have great top-end equipment, but if you bring in anything for repair that doesn't fit in their price range, they spend a lot of time trying to convince you to dump your bike to buy one of theirs and/or outright refuse to service it. They're also not very nice to you if the equipment you bring in isn't in their price range. I guess it makes sense, since they are next to a Porsche dealership. Great place if you are hobbyist with $1500+ equipment; don't bother going if you are a regular person with a regular bike. read more

Great shop--professional and personable. Nir and Ali know what they are talking about. I ordered a bike and they found an alternative that came in 12 weeks earlier. Great fitting, great instruction. Worth the drive across town. read more

Was a typical starving grad student but loved mountain biking. Nir helped me find/order quality parts that fit my budget and taught me a lot of technical stuff along the way. I've since moved to another city but always have good memories of stopping into his shop. read more

Bike Improve - Bikes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I randomly walked in this store for a tune up on my bike, I noticed that he had a nice selection of bikes. Spoke to Nir for a few minutes, didn't try to sell me or anything. Super honest guy. I ended up purchasing a new bike and seriously love it. I ended up telling a few friends about the shop since i was so happy with my experience and they said that's the same shop that they have been going to for years. Would go back for sure! read more

I'm not 100% sure the positive reviews here are talking about the same place.... DISCLAIMER- I have to say I left this place crying out of frustration, so I'm pretty sure you are not allowed to give more than 2 stars for any business that does that to you. That being said, Bike Improve is the worst. The owner is so rude and condescending and uses intimidation on customers (if you need an example, just read any of his yelp responses to negative reviews). But my main issue with the shop is that they charged me double the quote price without me authorizing it - which I didn't even know was legal (that was sarcastic, its not legal) and he also called me a liar when I confronted him about the price. I called other shops and they agreed that this place was a rip-off. Its probably ok to come here if you're looking for high end bikes and parts but I'd rather go out of my way to any other shop for repairs. read more

Bike Improve is the only shop that I let touch my bike. When you go 47 miles an hour downhill in your underwear, you better trust your bike mechanic, and Nir and Attilla are completely trustworthy. They carry awesome bike brands like Guru, Carrera, Scott and Pivot and they have Pissei (kits) galore. Go there and get your bike improved. read more

I first came to this shop to get fitted for my bike after a friend referred me here. I was having some knee pain that was really affecting my training. The staff was able to point out many issues with my positioning on the bike, and paitently explained what was wrong in a very honest and direct fashion. After making some adjustments and changing a few components, it was like riding a whole new bike. My bike was improved! My knees no longer bother me and I am able to ride faster, and longer without any pain. I am so impressed with the results and my purchasing experiences there compared to other shops since then that I'm buying my next bike from them. read more

Like a human being after a visit to the doctor, a bikey should always feel better after a visit to the bike shop. Haven't found that to be true on my visits to Bike Improve. Have been a Helen's customer for years but Bike Improve is right down the street, so thought I would give them a try when I had a flat on a Sunday (they open too late during the week to fix a pre-work flat). Definitely got a sneer when they saw my Trek. The salesperson said that even with a new inner tube, my tire was so worn that it would explode within an hour of being filled. Decided to take my chances and what do you know, no explosion. Went back months later with another flat. More attitude. Again was told that my tire was a hazard. At that point was willing to replace it and will give Bike Improv kudos for letting me decide what I wanted to spend on a new tire. Was then told that the poor condition of my brakes rendered my bike a safety hazard and that I should have that fixed immediately. Again, no thanks. They also said that I needed a tune-up. Not sure why I would give my tune-up business to them. Now here is where I get really annoyed. I got the flat fixed and rode off. When I get this service done at Helen's they always apply some lube to the chain and give my bike a little cleaning and love. And bikey appreciates it. Bike Improv definitely didn't do that. If anything, they cleaned off a bunch of lube and made the chain so dry that it isn't working like it used to and now skips. I know my chain is old, but a visit to a bike shop shouldn't make it feel older. Will I visit Bike Improve again? Maybe, but only when I have a Sunday flat tire emergency. Will I take my bike there for a tune-up? Heck no. Helen's will continue to get that business. And my bike parts business. And my business when I buy another bike. read more

Nir is great. I've been here a few times. The most recent, because I got a flat on my mt. bike (and I don't carry a spare--STUPID) a mile away from his store. It was like an oasis. Otherwise, I would've called AAA or a taxi. Instead I walked impatiently to his store, where he not only replaced the tube, but gave me a little tutorial on changing it so I can try it myself next time (assuming I start carrying a spare). I also stopped here on my research tour. I test rode a Scott, which ultimately wasn't the right bike for me. Due to the size of the shop, it's not the ideal place for bicycle purchases, but he has a good selection of pedals, pumps, tires, saddles, and some clothing. Do come here for repairs though! My only complaint was the slow process of entering my personal information into his computer system. Seemed unnecessary considering I was just paying a few bucks for a tube replacement...and I was in a rush to finally get home! read more

When I was looking for a new bike I visited every shop in town. Bike Improve was the last stop on my journey and I'm glad I decided to check it out. They have great prices not only on bikes, but service as well. They're not happy until you're happy. After buying my bike they worked with me to find a proper fit and made adjustments (even after a few weeks) to make sure every ride is enjoyable. Since then they've always taken care of me - "your personal bike shop". These guys ride every day and live for cycling. No place better to go than to a shop with people who love what their doing and are always improving. Plus they have good coffee! read more

If you want good gear, excellent service and motivation to ride your bike more, this is the place to go. Owner, Wrench Extraordinaire and manager Nir Tal is serious about bikes. Fixing them, building them, riding them, you get the idea. He probably dreams about bikes. This tiny shop is in a good location (Santa Monica just east of the 405, just west of Westwood) and I've never had a problem parking here (bonus). Knowing that my wheels are in good hands, I will most definitely buy my next bike here. read more

I just bought a bike from a department store. I needed some accessories and tips on riding etc. I fully realize that I did not purchase an expensive bike like ones sold there. That was not my intention with this bike I got to cruise around town. However, I thought I would be treated with the same respect as any other customer. Sadly, I was not. I was talked down to, demeaned for having a "crappy" bike and really made to feel like I didn't belong there. Perhaps I didn't, but it's ok, because I will never go back. If you are looking to cycle for fun or exercise, do not go to Bike Improve. You may not even want to ride your bike after that. read more

I hurt my ankle and have been afraid to ride thinking I wouldn't be able to unclip, cuz I can barely undo with good ankles. Went to Bike Improve to get cages and the fellow, while never making me feel bad, said cages, in his opinion were more dangerous than proper clips. He put the cages on my bike, all the while talking his concern for my safety. After he finished I asked him he knew of a better clip to use. Yes, and he would put them on my bike to try. Off came the cages on came the clips. He was right, the new clips were soooo much better and easier to use! This was on a busy Sunday morning and certainly not a big sale for them. I was so impressed he was more concerned about my safety and riding enjoyment than shuffling me out the door. I never felt hurried or and had his complete attention. Everyone was very nice and friendly, including the other customers in the store. Great experience and am very happy with the new clips. Thanks guys! read more

Nir is amazing. Came in yesterday to get a set of tubeless tires. I foolishly tried to set them up myself, but then realized I didnt have the right tape or an air compressor or anything that would add enough pressure to the tire to get the bead to set. I brought it back into to Nir and he stayed after hours to set up the tires for me, and taught me how it works along the way. read more

Went in here to check out the bikes and see how the service was. to start, they have top end bikes. no low budget stuff. so if you're looking to spend some top dollars, go here. great bikes, wish I had the money. they also had a smaller selection of parts, and a service area. the guy I talked to seemed very knowledgeable and he was a nice guy. the place itself is not big, but they had a good selection of bikes, road and MTB. if I ever get enough $ to buy a top end bike like that ill go here to shop... read more

I am new to the sport, but my friend swore up and down that these were the guys to see! I joined her as she got a bike fitting for her new BH. I was in awe of their knowledge, kindness and overall care that they provided to us both. I ended up getting a sweet Scott entry level bike for a steal of a deal. Nir measured me and gave me solid input! Mark, who did my partner's fitting also provided invaluable advice and even rode with us a bit to visually see how the bikes handled for us. The shop has a neighborhood vibe to it. The guys are attentive, know their stuff and clearly have a presence in the cycling community. Thank you so much, I can't wait to get started and look forward to my future fitting! read more

Bike Improve is a great local bike shop to get any and all repairs done. Nir is just about the best mechanic I have ever dealt with. His knowledge is better than anyone else in Los Angeles. Even though his store is small he carries most everything,and what he does not have in stock he can get. He carries both entry level and high end bikes. Bike Improve is now my go to shop. Thank Nir. read more

Bought a bike not too long ago from this store. Nir the owner of the store, took the time and explained me all that I need to know in order to get the right product for me. Not only I got a sweet deal for my bike, but I had it adjusted for me and my style of riding. Will definitely go back for service, adjustment and parts. Staff is very professional and experienced. Keep up the good work!!! read more