Motorcycle technicians work to build and repair motorcycles.
Graduates from a motorcycle technology program may act as a motorcycle technologist or mechanic for a dealership or private shop, work as a parts representative or work in motorcycle assembly. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2008 the median wages for automotive technicians, including motorcycle technicians, was $16.88 per hour.
WyoTech
WyoTech, formerly known as Wyoming Technical Institute, has a motorcycle technology program available at the Daytona, Florida, and Fremont, California, campuses. Students in the motorcycle technology program will study the basics of the motorcycle mechanics including brake, suspension and electrical systems, both in the classroom and with hands-on-experience. Students may also choose an area of specialization in Harley-Davidson, Asian or European motorcycles.
WyoTech
Daytona Campus
470 Destination Daytona Lane
Ormond Beach FL, 32174
386-255-0295
wyotech.edu
Universal Technical Institute
Universal Technical Institute offers a Motorcycle Technology Training Program at the Phoenix, Arizona, and Orlando, Florida campuses. Students will learn in the classroom and gain hands-on-experience with all aspects of motorcycle technology, including fuel and electrical systems and engine operations. Students will then take specialized courses in the manufacturer of their choice. Options include Harley-Davidson, BMW and Kawasaki. Graduates also receive a set of Snap-on Tools.
Universal Technical Institute
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute
2844 W. Deer Valley Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85027
800-834-7308
uti.edu
YTI Career Institute
YTI Career Institute offers a motorcycle technology program at the campus in York, Pennsylvania. Students will gain hands on experience in the center that includes 16 service bays and diagnostic equipment. Students gain experience on several different bikes including Harley-Davidson, Honda, Suzuki and Buell. In addition to learning about motorcycle technology, students will take courses in working relations and career development to help them succeed after graduation.
YTI Career Institute
Motorcycle Technology Center
52-6 Grumbacher Rd
York, PA 17406
717-767-4300
yti.edu
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