Careers · Motorcycle Mechanics · California
Motorcycle Mechanics in California
Motorcycle mechanics diagnose, repair, adjust, and overhaul motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, and dirt bikes. They work in repair shops, dealerships, and independent garages, using hand tools and diagnostic equipment to maintain and fix engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems In California the median pay is $57,040 a year, 17% above the national median of $48,580.
$57,040median pay in California, per year
$44,830–$69,660middle half earn
1,730employed in California
$48,580U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.
Skills that matter most
TroubleshootingRepairingEquipment MaintenanceActive ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive LearningMonitoring
Knowledge areas
MechanicalEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceComputers and ElectronicsMathematics (knowledge)Education and Training
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Motorcycle Mechanics.
Licenses and training in California
Motorcycle Mechanics pay in other states
New Hampshire · $62,890Nevada · $60,450New Jersey · $59,430Minnesota · $58,280Oregon · $58,040Maryland · $57,640Colorado · $56,850New York · $54,770Texas · $53,330South Carolina · $52,160
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against motorcycle mechanics and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against motorcycle mechanics and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 49-3052.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, California, annual.