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- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Reviews
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Rich Davidson
4 years ago
This place is great. If you like vintage bikes and you live in the area you need to visit. If you are only there for curiosity go at 5pm on Wednesday or 12 on Saturday. Retro Wrench looks, smells, and feels exactly the way an old motorcycle garage should.
Steve Garland
2 years ago
Chad and team have done a great job of keeping my vintage Honda s running like new. From carburetor work, brake repair and complicated electrical work; nothing stops these guys from finishing the job. If you are needing anything on two wheels brought back to life, Retro Wrench is your go-to place.Services: Carburetor cleaning, Electrical repair, Engine repair, Brake service & repair, Oil changeServices: Carburetor cleaning, Electrical repair, Engine repair, Brake service & repair, Oil change
Diego Prida
10 months ago
Brought Chad and his guys my 2009 Vulcan 900 after it had been sitting for over a year. Provided me with an accurate estimate and time frame in which repairs were expected to be completed.They gave me my bike back as good if not better then when I first bought it used. They ve earned the reputation they have, will definitely be bringing it back here for routine maintenance
Daren Johnson
7 months ago
I called in because I was traveling for a off-road motorcycle trip and needed a part last minute. Chad was super helpful in trying his best to get me what I needed and pointed me in the direction of a few others privy to my model. Thank you so much for your assistance and keep up the good work in the Moto community!
Dan Hillary
10 months ago
Chad runs a quality shop with guys as passionate about bikes as he is. I came in with a small job fully expecting a proportional amount of attention but I was received warmly with genuine connection. Make these guys your destination for any work that needs done on your two-wheeled ride.
brian Haner
11 months ago
Recently had my Volusia worked on and boy oh boy did they do great work. The communication was spectacular and the overall process made me regret not bringing the bike over last spring. Truly....have been blown away with everything they improved on my bike. It rides better now than the day I bought it...no lie.10 our of 10 recommend and I will be back.Thanks Chad and the gang!Services: Carburetor cleaning, Battery
Jeff Young
11 months ago
chad and his guys brought my 75 BMW R60/6 back to life after it sat for many years. I'm so happy to have it back on the road again. It's running like a new bike. At a reasonable price. Thanks guys.Services: Carburetor cleaning, Electrical repair, Tires, Engine repair, Brake service & repair, Battery, Oil changeServices: Carburetor cleaning, Electrical repair, Tires, Engine repair, Brake service & repair, Battery, Oil change
Jacob Knox
2 years ago
Chad and his guys are hands down the best in the business. I took a 1979 z50r that was my first bike to them in pieces and they were able to get it rebuilt and running in tip top shape. I cant thank them enough and they will have my permanent business.
Joe Daily
a year ago
I ve had a couple of bikes completely gone through with the team here. I had one bike that didn t run when I got it and it sat for 8 years! Runs like new. I never imagined it would ever run again and has quickly became one of my favorite bikes. I will always support this shop.Services: Carburetor cleaning, Electrical repair, Tires, Steering & suspension repair, Engine repair, Brake service & repair, Battery, Oil changeServices: Carburetor cleaning, Electrical repair, Tires, Steering & suspension repair, Engine repair, Brake service & repair, Battery, Oil change
Larry Rice
2 years ago
These guys are the best. Had my vintage Honda serviced there this winter. It's never ran better. Recently it was stolen but miraculously found through FB groups a couple of days later. Still starts first kick after someone reamed it "like they stole it" for a couple of days. Called retro, Chad was there In 20 minutes with a trailer.These guys commit to you and your bikes.If you have a bike in Louisville. This is the shop that should work on it .Services: Carburetor cleaning, Tires, Engine repair, Brake service & repair, Oil change
Zach Fry, The Real Estate Guy!
2 years ago
Top notch, moral, ethical services at fair prices. Chad is a stand-up guy that maintains gobs of relationships within the motorcycle community for 15 plus years. Very talented and personable.He is a treasure to have in the community and beloved by all. Highly recommended!
Google User
4 years ago
I dropped an old Honda for a tune up and I must say I had a great overall experience with Chad. He is easy to communicate with and completed all repairs sooner than the previously agreed timeframe. He even polished my fuel tank. Chad and his crew have to be the hands down go to shop in town for older bikes. I'm telling everyone.
Trystin Wilson
2 years ago
Great group of people!! I went in to ask about what it takes to be a bike mechanic, and Chad didnt disappoint! He gave me an opportunity to watch a couple of the guys do some work, while giving tidbits of information, inspiration and advice. I will definitely be going back
Martin Hofmann
6 years ago
If you ride an old bike and live anywhere close to Kentucky than Retro Wrench is the place to go for maintenance and repairs! These guys are at the center of the vintage motorcycle scene in Louisville.
Gerardo Gomez
2 years ago
Chad and his team provided excellent maintenance service on my SV650. They were very professional and helpful in identifying the deficiencies on my bike. I highly recommend them to all of my fellow motorcyclists whom are looking for subject matter experts on motorcycle maintenance.
Rodney Brannon
a year ago
Some of the coolest most knowledgeable bike guys you'll ever meet!!Layd back atmosphere, but these guys are always busy!! Just about any type of bike you can think of is being worked on in this shop!!
William Roberts
5 years ago
I brought my 73 triumph to retro wrench for a few different jobs, boyer ignition, tires, leak @ head, stuck clutch plates. The workmanship was great. Chad was patient and seemed happy to answer all my questions I had since I want to do as much future work as possible myself. Took my bike in for those jobs and they also gave it a good wipe down for me so it was nice and shiney when I picked it up. They have also been there for me a couple of times since service with questions I had and one incident where they hooked me up with an inspection port I needed.This is the only bike shop I will be taking my triumph to.
Elijah Ruppel
4 years ago
Great shop. Good communication. Went in to have new tires put on I already bought. Unlike cc power sport they would actually work on them. I had a frustrating experience trying to find a shop that would touch something other than a Harley or let me bring in tires I bought. He set me right up and was fair priced. Definitely recommend, I drove across the river for that and I don t do that much.
Neal English
6 years ago
Outstanding shop. Chad and his crew are professional and knowledgeable. You won't find a more thorough and helpful staff willing to go through all efforts to keep vintage bikes operating like new.
R. Bailey Keatting
5 years ago
So happy to finally find someone who knows how to work on my Yamaha scooter! I was impressed right away to hear Chad was familiar with this model. He got it back in great running condition and now I can enjoy it without worry of it stalling or not starting.
Sharoz Zindani
3 years ago
Mr. Chad is THE MAN! My Piaggio MP3500 was giving me issues on a cross country road trip and the man was able to take a look at it the same day (within hours of me calling). Extremely hospitable staff and the garage is a sight to see. It is beautiful. True professionals!!
Chef Good
10 months ago
Best shop in town, and I've been to them all. Especially for older and rare bikes... I love this place!Service: Engine repairService: Engine repair
Mike Abel
3 years ago
I have nothing but positive words to say about this man and his team. Extremely knowledgeable, willing to work on my older bike, and quick fixed a new tube when I ran over a nail not 5 miles down the street. I am now a forever customer. If you are on the fence, choose Retro Wrench. (Bonus points: bring him a bottle of local kombucha)Services: Carburetor cleaning, Electrical repair, Tires, Engine repair, Wheel alignment, Brake service & repair, Oil changeServices: Carburetor cleaning, Electrical repair, Tires, Engine repair, Wheel alignment, Brake service & repair, Oil change
Elias Miller
11 months ago
The guys there are very honest and do very good work. As a new rider they didnt try to take advantage of me at all.
Sid Latham
5 years ago
I took my 1982 Suzuki GS650GL to a dealer to get the carbs sorted. When I got the bike back it would not rev past 6000 rpm's. I took it back to the dealer and they misdiagnosed the problem. I finally found Chad at Retro Wrench. He got the carbs sorted and he got it done in time for my trip to the Blue Ridge Parkway. After an 830 mile test ride, I can truly say the bike has never run better. Chad is knowledgeable, honest and he loves old bikes. I don't live in Louisville, but it is well worth the hour and half drive to have the work done right. Highly recommended.
Jeff Fusinetti
5 years ago
Amazing work in a fast and timely manner. Don't think because they specialize in old bikes that they cannot fix new ones as well. I've had them work on my 2009 Kawasaki and 2015 Honda CRF. From sports bikes to dirt bikes they cover it all!
Marc Jennings
5 years ago
I had been having trouble finding someone to work on my bike. And then I discovered Retro Wrench, which specializes in older bikes. But was my '99 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 vintage enough? Sure, Chad said when I called; bring it by. I've taken it by a few times now. I've found the work to be great and the rates to be fair. Far as I'm concerned, these guys are aces.
ROBERT ANDERSON
9 months ago
Personally I am impressed by the extreme professionalism and integrity exhibited while getting my bike serviced.Service: Carburetor cleaningService: Carburetor cleaning
Charles Roberts
2 years ago
Retro Wrench very professional motorcycle repair establishment okay, good dealings with them I'll give him five stars,clean shop , and very knowledgeable about all makes and models he's working on my old Harley now thanks Chad!
Matthew Myers
a year ago
I asked Chad to perform several different tasks, oil change, brakes, etc.. Chad was very professional and timely and very informing along the way.Services: Delivery, Brake service & repair, Oil changeServices: Delivery, Brake service & repair, Oil change