Today was extremely long and the first time I have been in 4 states in one day...GA, AL, MS, TN. Overall, I spent over 13 hours in the car traveled more than 500 miles and visited 11 shops today. Can't really complain..."I living the dream!" So let's get moving.
Harley-Davidson of Clayton County, Morrow, GA - I was waiting at this shop before they opened as I knew what kind of day I was in for. As soon as they opened I walked in and met with Lewis at the Parts counter. Lewis and I talked for a while about the shop and the weather as there is a big storm that is supposed to be coming through tomorrow. Anyway, Lewis mentioned that they are the largest shop in the area and as I left pointed me in the direction of shop President Don Bryan. Don was nice to take a moment to talk with me and assured me that they would give the samples a try. Thanks Don.
Atlanta Triumph Ducati, Atlanta, GA - was mt First 'Ubermoto' line stop of the day. I met with Sai the President of the shop and we talked for a while about detailing and products as they will be adding a detailer to their staff soon. They just did some work to the shop and it shows as the interior of the store is updated and clean. Also for a mid-sized shop they have some nice inventory. When I asked Sai to take a photo with me, he agreed and had the idea to mount up on some Ducatis..nice photo! Thanks Sai.
Blue Moon Cycle, Norcross, GA - BMW - Next stop for Uber....This shop had an old school feel....they had a large showroom and service area. They also had some cool old bikes on display. I met Mark as I strolled in and he helped me find Paulius, Parts Manager. Everyone at the shop was extremely personable and Paulius agreed to test out some product.
Killer Creek Harley-Davidson, Roswell, GA - I met with Erica when I rolled in, she took some time out to talk and you could tell that they have some fun at this shop by the jokes in the background. This shop is know for doing more engine rebuilds and Dyno Tunes than any other in the area....also for their killer Parties....stop on by for St Patties Day. Oh and possibly for having more ink/sq foot than any other Harley. Over all a large new shop with a fun atmosphere.
Atlanta Motor World, Roswell, GA - Peter Mills, Parts Manager, greeted me at the Parts counter. The first thing that I noticed about this dealership is the selection of bikes....Yamaha, Kawa, Honda...but wait....Ducati, Moto Guzzi, Aprilia. Not the usual mix, but the show was large and set up very well to accommodate all the brands. I like the variety!
BMW Motorcycle of Atlanta, Marietta, GA - I met with Shane when I enetered and they were pretty busy on a Thursday morning. Shane spent a few minutes talking with me and agreed to give the products a try. The shop had a nice variety of bikes and a personable staff.
Earl Small's Harley-Davidson, Marietta, GA - Met with Tim, Parts specialist when I entered. This show is setup in 2 buildings...New bikes, Parts, Etc. & Pre-owned bikes there is also a third building for 'Riders Edge and rentals. They were very nice in the shop, but I had the first parts guys that were too cool to take a photo with me, but Cassie stepped up the plate. Thanks for being a good sport, Cassie.
Harley-Davidson of Atlanta, Lithia Springs, GA - Larry Smith, Parts Manager - This is the oldest dealership in Atlanta and the employees here very friendly. Larry spent some time with me asking questions about the products an showed genuine interest in giving them a try.
Mt. Cheaha Harley-Davidson, Oxford, AL - Charles Richey, Parts Manager was very honest as to the fact that they use exclusively Harley everything. I left a sample anyway. I will agree Harley makes some damn good products, but to limit everything that you use to Harley is questionable..there may be some products in some areas that are better....like, dare I say detail products.
Riders Harley-Davidson, Trusville, AL - Lee Moore, Parts Manager - When I walked in there the parts guys were having having a jolly good time...Perry, Jeff & Cory were joking and laughing. This was a fun stop. The shop is large and they have a lot of variety. If you are in the area stop by and tell the parts guys....Papa says,"Hi".
Bogart's MotorSports - Birmingham, AL - Darwin Anderson, Parts Manager - took about 10 minutes out of his day to talk with me. Darwin was excited to give the Ubermoto products a try. This dealership is really nice and big and they carry BMW, Triumph, Ducati, Vespa & KTM. They also have one of the largest selections of apparel I have seen. They also sell bikes on consignment.
Well that was a marathon day....signing off.
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