How long have you been a motorcycle enthusiast?
Since the first ride around the block on a Panhead my best friend’s Dad owned in 1967, by 1970 I bought my first Harley.
How long have you worked in the motorcycle industry and what have been your experiences?
I have been working on Harleys since my first one, so over 40 years. I started under the “shade tree” then a garage for over 30 years. Worked at a Harley-Davidson dealership for 4 years. Now co-own X-Techs for 4 years and growing.
What are you currently riding and why?
2003 Night Train with a springer and apes. Why not? I’ve owned well over 30 Harleys, I like to ride em then change em!
What do you like best about being a part of X-Tech’s?
We try to keep the old garage type atmosphere. We try to keep prices down. We work on each bike like it’s our own. And we try to have fun each day.
I like our customers to leave with a smile.
How long have you been a motorcycle enthusiast?
When I saw the movie Easy Rider. From then on I wanted to be a biker.
How long have you worked in the motorcycle industry and what have been your experiences?
In 1979 I got my first Harley, a 1953 Panhead chopper. I was a self-taught mechanic, when I started riding there wasn’t a whole bunch of shops around. If you rode you worked on your own bike. Jerry and I worked on bikes out of his garage for years. I have been with X-Tech’s since the beginning. Working here you have to stay open minded because you will learn something new everyday.
What are you currently riding and why?
Currently riding a 2009 Street Glide. I started on a 1953 Panhead chopper, been riding 31 years, I guess I deserve a little comfort.
What do you like best about being a part of X-Tech’s?
Being around what you love to do. The people you meet and the friends you make are a lasting bond. What more could you ask for?
How long have you been a motorcycle enthusiast?
Since 2001 when I was hired by a Harley-Davidson dealership and my husband was already a biker.
How long have you worked in the motorcycle industry and what have been your experiences?
I’ve worked in the business for about 10 years. The first 6 years at the dealership I was a motorclothes sales person, worked in inventory control, then shipping and receiving of all parts and accessories. My last 4 years at X – Techs, my duties include being the secretary, parts manager, shipping and receiving clerk, janitor, cook, parts runner and sometimes mechanic’s helper!
What are you currently riding and why?
A 1994 Heritage custom Softail that looks more like a Road King but fits me better! I started with a 2001 XL and then finally got the Heritage.
What do you like best about being a part of X-Tech’s?
Although there is a lot to deal with being in a partnership, at least we are working for ourselves. Oh Yeah…. I get to be the BOSS!
How long have you been a motorcycle enthusiast?
Discovered motorcycles while in college, started riding in 1980 on a 350cc Harley-Davidson Sprint. Yes, I still have it!
How long have you worked in the motorcycle industry and what have been your experiences?
I have worked over 15 years in H-D dealerships. Spent time in all departments, including parts, service, motorclothes, and rider education. I love what I do.
What are you currently riding and why?
After having ridden Harley-Davidson touring bikes for 25 years, I discovered my need for performance and handling. Found that in my 2008 Buell Ulysses and my 2003 Firebolt.
What do you like best about being a part of X-Tech’s?
We work together to have fun, do right by our customers and be thankful for the opportunity to work in the business we love.
How long have you been a motorcycle enthusiast?
Been riding motorcycles since I was 14. 23 Years.
How long have you worked in the motorcycle industry and what have been your experiences?
I have worked in three different Harley dealerships, totaling 10 years. Have loved every minute of it!
What are you currently riding and why?
I currently and forever will ride my 2000 Softail Standard.
What do you like best about being a part of X-Tech’s?
Our shop is open, and customers are allowed and encouraged to talk to us. If your bike is on my lift, then my bay is your bay, and you are welcome to grab a chair and hang out while I do your work.
How long have you been a motorcycle enthusiast?
Since 1954. I rode a 1950 Panhead for 22 years, it was a stretched and raked 22” over chopper called “Born to Run”, all black and chrome.
How long have you worked in the motorcycle industry and what have been your experiences?
Co-owner in a motorcycle shop in Ohio during the mid 60’s until the late 70’s. Still ride every day. Grew up 50 feet from Warren Harley-Davidson, which is now Daytona Harley-Davidson, started by Jack and Joe Robinson. My first ride on a Harley was an old 45 flathead.
What are you currently riding and why?
Custom Chopper built by X-Tech’s. It was built the way I wanted it, every bolt on this motorcycle is allen head, it is all black and chrome…..the only way to go! Many thanks to Jerry and the Guys of X-Tech’s.
What do you like best about being a part of X-Tech’s?
The people.