1Motiv's services are not cheap BUT worth every penny and then some! I'm a relatively new rider that bought a brand new 2021 Indian Scout. Customizing your ride is a big part of the cruiser lifestyle and I have been committed to doing as much I could on my own (following Youtube instructional videos). Some jobs are just too big to roll the dice on your own. I wanted to install custom mini-ape hanger handle bars. I knew at the very least these would involve ergonomics and bike performance. There was no way I was going to attempt this on my own. I left 1Motiv's owner Lee a detailed voicemail. A day later he contacted me from a motorcycle racing event back east. We scheduled his consultation visit and on the day Lee showed up with his white van and his own folding work tent. His van was also packed with almost any tool he needed. Lee's consultation appointment was a lot of fun and in the long run he saved me a lot of money and regret. After test fitting the 10" mini-ape hangers I bought he made me realize that I actually wanted taller bars. I could've lived with the bars I had but I would always know that I would have settled for less. In addition I realized I would need a longer clutch cable. Fast forward a month or so and I've got the custom clutch cable and exchanged the handle bars. Lee hand-cut and spliced every single wire in my bike's electric harness and then took those wires and pulled them through the handle-bars. The wires were totally protected, my controls and buttons all work properly, and I am constantly getting compliments on how clean the job was done. A lot of people assume the dealership did it. Then Lee saw that I had new minimalist LED front turn signals which I would've installed myself (as I had done the rear signals) but he insisted on upgrading those, and installing my new shifter/brake pegs, and then he even readjusted my headlight and it was so much better than how the dealer had set it up. I had also ordered custom seats from Corbin, and something was off with the seat's lock when the seat was delivered to me. A component broke and when I reached out to Corbin multiple times they wouldn't help me. Lee came back another day and did such an amazing repair job that it's almost impossible to tell something was wrong. He fixed the locking mechanism, and I now have the perfect saddle. We have plans to do some other mods to my bike this year. I'm really looking forward to our next session. Lee will not only inspect and warn you about stuff to look out for, he will also tell you exactly what he's doing, how any part of the motorcycle is supposed to work, and how to do maintenance and upgrades yourself. The bottom line is Lee loves motorcycles and he will treat your bike as if it was his own. read more

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Lee is a super personable guy who will come to you to help you out with your bike. He took care of my vintage honda and it was great to be along side with him to learn things. Very knowledgeable and a pleasant guy to be around. His prices are very fair and worth it! read more

The second time I've used 1motiv. Lee brings a great deal to the job - expertise, insight and goes the extra mile. This time, Lee came out to replace a battery in a job I might have been able to do myself and then did a bunch of stuff while he was here that got my bike totally road ready which made his visit ...clutch Would definitely use him and recommend him to others. read more

Lee is the man! Very responsive and works very hard to get the job done right. I really appreciated his help with fixing my Honda Accord! Thanks Lee! read more

Way over priced. Quoted me $250 for a clutch cable change. Did it myself in a half hour for $20 Hi Derek, Per our conversation paypal info via friends and family for part and installation will be $170.45 clutch cable 2016 yamaha R3 at onemotiv@gmail.com. This does not include saftey inspection only installation. For a full diagnostic and saftey inspection additional charges apply. Kind Regards, Lee Inspection cost is $350.00 This is for a simple clutch cable. Now who is the honest one here? read more

Lee helped me out big time with my brakes out at Buttonwillow Raceway during a track day with PTT. He listened to the issues I was having, recommended the right product for my needs and answered all of my questions during the install. On top of the outstanding service, my brakes performed at a much higher level which allowed me to go faster while being safer and using less energy. This experience was a 10/10! If you see Lee and his EBC canopy at a track day event or need some service done, definitely stop in to see him, you won't be disappointed. read more

Lee did an excellent job on the battery R/R on my Harley. In & Out 30 minutes- very professional

Absolutely professional and amazing experience from start to finish. I was in a tough spot with a recently crashed motorcycle, and working overtime shifts every day of the week. I needed the paint/damage on my motorcycle repaired (pics attached), but I couldn't even make it to a shop during business hours and most of them wouldn't quote me over the phone. On a whim, I found 1Motiv and Lee Buzon through Yelp, and I'm never using another service again. Picked up immediately, came to MY house on the SAME day, at 8pm at night. I've had experience with craigslist "mechanics" and "painters", and Lee is anything but that. He not only fixed all the scratches and a nasty dent that chipped off an inch of my tail fairing, but he did it so well I can't tell it ever happened. The paint matched perfectly, the lines on the motorcycle are the same (this wasn't a simple buff job, he must have had to fill in the fairing with putty), and it was all for a reasonable price. You're basically getting a fully qualified mechanic and painter, on call at your front door with 1Motiv. It's a bonus that Lee operates like a complete professional and even gave me some useful tips and advice for my bike and what to watch out for. I have no doubt that Lee's wrenching skills are as good as his painting, do yourself a favor and the next time you need a mechanic or a paint job, don't waste time on craigslist or hauling your motorcycle off to a bunch of shops in the Bay -- just call 1Motiv and I'm sure you won't be disappointed. If you don't know, now you know!!! Thanks Lee! read more

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This is a long overdue review because my husband and I have been going to Lee for our auto and phone issues for several years now. He's always been extremely responsive, reliable, and his prices are reasonable. As a working mom with a crazy schedule, Lee has always been flexible and makes it so convenient for us. We can always trust him to do a thorough and honest job. read more

Lee was available without an appointment and traveled more than 80 miles to service my Land Rover. His services are professional and excellent. He was prompt and prepared and was able to address the issues that were diagnosed and additional repairs that were not caught by the diagnostic. Will be returning for repairs on my other vehicles. read more

The price was a little steep at $350 for a max 1 hour diagnostic service, but I have no regrets for calling up Lee to take a look at my Honda CBR. You pay a premium for the convenience of Lee coming to you and bringing his tools. He is also an awesome guy, someone that I'd get a drink with! He is very professional when it comes to the service, diagnosing quickly, and also showing you what he's doing, why a part needs repair or replacement, and shows you how to do get the job down yourself. With the extra time, he did a basic check-up on other parts to ensure nothing else needs repair. Lee also provided me a referral for when he is out of town for a similar service. All in all, if you have an issue where you can't get your bike to a service shop and you don't mind paying a premium, Lee is a must call! read more

He was responsive and sympathetic (in the beginning) to my very bad previous moto mechanic issues. Did a good job inspecting and cleaning the carburetor. Although I would have appreciated better communication around cost (he quoted a price that I paid, then ordered more parts I didn't know the bike needed and was then responsible for paying). I thought that was going to be it for the bike, but then he went on to mention a LOT more issues on the bike (my previous mechanic's fault). So we agreed he'd make a pricing list so I could see how much everything was going to cost. I told him I was looking to sell the bike ASAP. He assured me the parts list would be done within a few days. That was a MONTH ago and apart from a couple texts mentioning a some issues he was having, I see no attempt to actually fix my bike. I would not recommend for bigger/longer bike fixes. read more

Big time return customer here. I needed my brake pads replaced both on my '08 Ford Explorer and my '09 Harley. Lee came by the same week I contacted him, gave me a great price, squeezed me in on Friday evening, and got it all done so both vehicles are back on the road with much safer breaks. Very high work ethic, thank you Lee for the great service! read more

Incredible service. Lee responded to my email and was able to get to me within less than an hour of calling me (timing happened to be right). He was extremely affable, understanding, and very willing to give tips for future stability and ease of use for my [fairly old] motorcycle. Although the cost is somewhat higher than a shop, the fact that he comes to your location fully armed with everything he needs is very convenient and cuts out the towing cost of sending the bike to a mechanic if it won't run. Would definitely recommend, and will definitely call him again. Thanks Lee! read more

Our bike was having some trouble starting and both my roommate and I couldn't figure out how to fix her up. Called Lee to do an on site repair and within minutes he pinpointed the exact problem and told us how to fix it. The value add from Lee was all the recommendations of other servicing to keep her running well. He brought the bike back and I don't think I've ever had a smoother ride on this bike. What a champ! From someone that has called other bay area on site mechanics before, stop. You REALLY need to call someone that is licensed and knowledgeable (like Lee) because otherwise problems will keep compounding on the bike. Don't waste your time trying to craigslist on site mechanics. This is the man to call. Cheers brother! read more

Lee Buzon, was a complete professional from start to finish. He returned my call immediately, he was at my home on time, he fixed our old motorcycle and got it running on the same day. I would trust him to do any further work necessary on our BMW K 75. A bonus is he's an extremely nice person as well if I could give 10 stars I would. read more

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Great company and knowledgeable people. Lee responded to my voicemail and set an appointment for the same day. Someone trying to hotwire and steal the bike had cut the wrong wires and the motorcycle would die as soon as I put it in first gear. My motorcycle was parked in a San Francisco garage, but Lee patiently diagnosed the issue and then soldered the cut wires patiently. Absolutely worth the money for the level of service and the speed in fixing the issue. read more

Just got in to motorcycles within the past year when I bought my first bike. I have a Vulcan 500 and didn't ride i for the last two months. Went to start it up last week and after about ten minutes I finally got it started but it was idling terrible. I was going to try to ride it around a little but the brakes were seized up. Luckily, I found out about 1 Motiv on the internet and saw that they would drive to me. Pretty awesome when you can't even get your motorcycle towed. I sent them an email and within an hour I was called by Lee and he scheduled an appointment with me. When the appointment came they did a diagnosis and found a couple of things that were broken/need to be fixed. They showed me everything and made me feel very comfortable with what was going on. I asked if I could stay and watch and they said sure and showed me how to change the oil and the brake fluid. Lee and Derrick were very professional and helpful and made sure everything was clean and running fine before they were finished. The price seemed pretty comparable to most other places but they came to me and they worked their butt off to make sure it was perfect. The bike hasn't run this good since I bought it. read more

Lee came by and was very punctual. Which is huge for me because I'm also punctual. He had all the tools needed for the job. I too wish he had the manuals but I had a PDF file so it was cool. Lee was committed to making sure my bike started. He didn't leave until after midnight. Making sure I was satisfied! That's huge. Excellent customer service! I've already informed many about his services with glee. Good job Lee. read more

This is an awesome service! They come to you and do the work in front of you. No need to worry about sleazy repair places that charge you for work they never did or use used parts while charging you for new ones. I have a new bike and wanted some adjustments done before taking it out the first time. Lee came over right away. He's super sweet and did a great job on my BMW G 310 R. He even gave me some great tips about how to ride safely. He brings all the tools as well as lighting if it is nighttime or your garage is dark. Not cheap, but worth it. read more

Lee did the research to find out what was right for my bike and came by to fix it. When he realized that he'd have to leave it on a stand in my garage, and that people would be walking by, he offered to take it to his shop for repair. He took it, fixed it, and I got it back the next day so I could ride to work. Pricier than some other places but you're paying for the convenience of not having to go anywhere. Thanks Lee! read more

Lee was a true professional. I had a non-running Yamaha virago that needed some work and Lee's mobile service was perfect for me as he was able to come to my house; no tow needed! He gave me a great rate and got the job done quick and easy. Genuine guy with lots of experience. Definitely would recommend. read more

Lee got my 24 year (1987 Yamaha Virago) old bike up and running which took patients and persistence. He professional and a man of his word. I highly recommend Lee for any bike repair. Duane read more

I called 1 Motiv to figure out what was wrong with my Motorcycle. Lee showed up with his new mechanic Josh who went right to work. Lee stood back while instructing Josh on the job and explained to me what the issue was and how to prevent it from occurring again. They got me up and running in about an hour. read more

I have a 1991 Harley Davidson Fatboy that was having problems starting. It's so difficult and time-consuming to schedule an appointment with a shop, wait for an appointment, drop the bike off, and pick the bike up. Horrible process. I called Lee and within an hour he was on his way to my garage in downtown San Francisco. He quickly assessed the problem, explaining every detail along the way. Lee gave me some important pointers and was extremely helpful with information. The Harley fired right up and Lee was on his way. The invoice was very reasonable and worth every dollar. I would HIGHLY recommend using Lee for your motorcycle needs. 1MOTIV is FAST and RELIABLE, and provides great VALUE. read more

Called Lee and he was able to come out the day of. Super friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Helped me better understand my bike and was professional throughout. Thank you Lee! read more

Skip it. very super-professional prices, yet very amateur. he was working on my bike but didnt even have a manual or know where to connect things. not worth it... skip it. i got my bike running for 1/5th the cost he suggested. didnt install parts he said he would, and even billed me for them in the receipt. Turns out i got it running and many of the parts he told me were broken work perfectly. read more

Lee was very professional and outlined everything really well. Got my bike running smooth and even threw in extra services that were above and beyond what we agreed upon. He was incredibly patient and happy to explain to me what he was doing. Very responsive to communication and up front about everything. Overall they may not be the most inexpensive way to get your bike serviced, but you're paying for the fact that they come to you and are willing to do so at hours well beyond when your local shop closes. For me, there's a lot of value in that. read more

After a really crappy day getting a flat on 280 with the flu I finally made it back home about 8pm. I needed the tire fixed to make a DMV registration the next day. Lee came over and plugged everything up. He followed me to the gas station to make sure I was safe to get my tire filled with air. He also was kind enough to check everything was okay the next day. Lee is runs a tight ship, and is just an all around good dood. Highly recommended! read more

If I could give these guys 6 stars I would. Here are all the things that made 1 Motiv so great - Lee is incredibly knowledgeable and diligent. I have two bikes that haven't been used in a couple years and had all sorts of problems as a result. He dug in to all the areas, explaining why the problems existed and what my options were. He has an integrity that seems to come not only from his character but from someone who is trying to build a business. - There was more that needed to be done than Lee first quoted me. He passed through the cost of the extra parts but did all of the extra labor for free. He also had to come back several times because of parts that needed to be ordered and finding additional problems that couldn't be identified before the bike was running. Again, he didn't charge me more for all of his additional time. - Finally, there is an undeniable convenience of having someone come to my house. Saved me a lot of time and expense transporting the bikes. I recommend 1Motiv without any caveats! read more

Lee was great to work with and timely. I sent an email on Thursday night around 9:00 p.m. and received a call 20 minutes later. I couldn't believe the quick response and professionalism! I had doubts about working with a mobile repair guy, but now I'm completely sold on this company. Would recommend the service to anyone with a motorcycle. read more

Lee was great to work with. Extremely professional and knowledgable. My bike is running better than it has before and the best part was that I didn't even have to leave the house. I agree with the other reviewer in that this is not the most inexpensive way to get your bike serviced, however, I have no complaints whatsoever about the job that was done and would not hesitate to these services again! Thanks Lee! read more

1 Motiv is a life saver! 100% professional 100% of the time! They come to you. They'll even let you watch them work.

Lee did a great job changing out my brake pads and fluid at a Buttonwillow track day. Finish just in time so I didn't miss a session. I highly recommend him and the work he does. Thanks Lee for helping to keep me safe out there. read more

The BEST motorcycle service we've ever received! Lee has a high level of expertise and excellent customer service. Having complete trust and confidence in someone to do the service on my husband's motorcycle was a high priority - Lee was the answer!! We highly recommend Lee and 1 MOTIV to anyone looking for a technician who has expertise, experience, competence, excellence and is trustworthy with prices that are affordable. read more

Lee came to my house picked up my bike and did what he do best.. fix bikes. I needed a full tune up, changed my brake lines, coated my wheels, gave me suggestions on what I should and shouldn't do. His expertise and professionalism gave me confidence to refer him to my friends. The man is well versed. He actually taught me on how to do a few things myself to keep my bike in optimum shape. Lee always keeps his customers in mind, with this company, customers do come 1st. I'm not going anywhere else. He has my business!! BTW when powder coated my wheels, the damn thing was immaculate, i feel like my MC is brand new again. --Jimmy K. read more

Great service and a good reliable and honest person to deal with. I was helped by Lee who came over to my home to repair my 1981 Yamaha XS 1100 bike and he took his time to get my bike up and running. I highly recommend this business as a whole and they are mobile and will come to you place of business! I will definitely do business with this company again! read more

Lee is amazing. I contacted him this morning to see if he could come and put in a new battery - I am moving tomorrow and need to have my bike working. He was able to do so this evening and the cost was half of what I paid several years ago for BMW to do it. And it only took him a half hour. And he was super pleasant and nice. Thank you so much, Lee!!! read more

Lee comes through! He's got good humor and high tolerance. He's good folk, competent, and comes with laudable credentials! My situation was a cracked rear wheel on a sport bike. I had the bike towed home, ordered a used wheel from ebay, and needed someone to swap it and give me a safety thumbs up. Lee did all of these at a reasonable price and quality, with good attention to my budget. We set an appointment via phone for a day later. Lee showed on time, spiffy in his logo'd coveralls. He dealt with my interrogation with good humor , all the while educating me - the ham-fisted mech who owns a shop manual. I will hire him again and encourage anyone else with a motorbike issue to give 1 Motiv a call. read more

Charged twice the rate and double the time a professional mechanic charged for the same service the next time I had it done. I learned this after the fact the hard way. Beware. Shady practices. read more