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    Default Anyone have recommendation for a motorcycle mechanic/service shop?

    Just looking for a good mechanic that can diagnose and solve my problem quickly without costing me an absurd amount.
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    What kind of bike is it?

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    Suzuki sv650. I'm just not completely satisfied with the way it runs.

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    Redline is pretty damn good. I'd hate to say it but the mechanics at Blackfoot are good as well. I'd much rather give my business to a place like Redline, but when I get all the (warranty mandatory) services done there for my Triumph; I'm always amazed at how much shit they get down in such little time, and I know they dont skip anything either. They've caught very small things that I wouldn't of even noticed on other bikes I've taken to them over the years as well.

    Like I say though, Redline is a really solid crew, so I'd go there in a heartbeat.

    For places to avoid; (the service depart @) GW cycle, Performance Cycle & Auto. Stay far the fuck away from Performance... trust me.
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    why are you not satisfied with how it runs?
    Originally posted by rage2
    Ya, I built some crazy ass shit with Lego as a kid. I had a thing for AMC Eagle AWD's as a kid for some bizarre reason, so I spent a lot of time going to the library and reading up on how AWD works in that car. I even hitchhiked to the library once cuz my parents were too lazy to drive me haha. Ya, I'm a nerd.

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    Long story, It's an 03 sv650 I bought it in nov 2011, it was running fine when I went and checked it out. I pulled it out of storage a couple weeks ago and it just doesnt feel right to me. The bike is "jerky" at high rpms, like 6-9k. Its nothing too bad but it can't hold a steady rpm. The engine seems like it cuts out for about half a second and comes back on, causing a dip in the rpms which in turn makes it a jerky ride. It seems to me like either a misfire or something wrong with the ignition but then again, I'm a complete noob so don't take my word for it.

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    Always had good experiences with Bow Cycle service.

    But when I called around for the recommended service (ie @ 1000k 7000k etc..) Walt Healy was cheapest

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    Redline gets my vote. I've had some bad luck at Walt Healy which is too bad because they seem like nice guys.
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    ^ I didn't want to say to avoid Walt Healy given the fact they seem to be a good crew, but Im glad Im not the only person that had bad luck with them.
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    Thanks guys, I will definitely give redline a call tmrw

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    Originally posted by Graham_A_M
    ^ I didn't want to say to avoid Walt Healy given the fact they seem to be a good crew, but Im glad Im not the only person that had bad luck with them.
    What happened?
    PM me if you want to keep it discrete

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    Originally posted by NCS05
    Long story, It's an 03 sv650 I bought it in nov 2011, it was running fine when I went and checked it out. I pulled it out of storage a couple weeks ago and it just doesnt feel right to me. The bike is "jerky" at high rpms, like 6-9k. Its nothing too bad but it can't hold a steady rpm. The engine seems like it cuts out for about half a second and comes back on, causing a dip in the rpms which in turn makes it a jerky ride. It seems to me like either a misfire or something wrong with the ignition but then again, I'm a complete noob so don't take my word for it.
    Did you drain the carb bowls before storage? If not 90% chance its your carbs.

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    It's FI, but I'm going to of add some FI cleaner to see if that fixes it up before I send it to the shop

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    Thanks for the props guys! We try hard to offer the best service and because all my staff rides, we all understand that a bike is not just a bike but our vehicle of escape to somewhere that non riders just don't get.
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