Quad bike repair workshop
Run a small workshop repairing and servicing quad bikes for owners, farms and local dealers.
- A$15k-70k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A rented shed or industrial unit set up with a hoist or ramp, tools and parts storage, doing servicing, engine and transmission work, suspension, electrics and accident repairs on quad bikes and side-by-sides.
Your first three steps
- Find a suitable shed or unit and check with your local council that the zoning allows vehicle repair
- Price out tools, a bike hoist and a starter parts range, and set your labour rate against nearby workshops
- Introduce yourself to local farms, dealers and bike hire operators and offer them a trial job
Who pays
Farmers, recreational riders, hire and tour operators and dealers who send overflow or warranty-style work to an independent workshop.
How it makes money
Hourly labour charged per job plus a margin on parts, with fixed prices for standard services. Dealer and fleet work can fill quiet periods.
Skills that help
- Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
- Parts ordering and stock control
- Quoting and customer service
Watch out for
- Council approval and zoning for a repair workshop, including noise and waste rules
- Correct disposal of oils, batteries and tyres; check your state's environmental requirements
- Public liability insurance, plus insurance for customers' vehicles in your care and for your premises and stock
- Check whether your state requires any licence for motor vehicle repair work
- Workers compensation insurance once you hire, and safe work practices for lifting and fuel
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a quad bike repair workshop?
Startup costs are typically around $15,000 to $70,000, depending on your rent and bond, hoist or ramp, tools, parts storage and insurance. Treat this as an estimate and get quotes for your own area.
How much can a quad bike workshop earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on how many bikes you service and repair and the type of work. These are estimates, so plan your cash flow before you commit.
What rules should I check before opening a quad bike workshop?
Check council approval and zoning for a repair workshop, including noise and waste rules, plus your state's rules on disposing of oils, batteries and tyres. Also check whether a motor vehicle repair licence is needed, and insurance for customers' vehicles in your care.
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