Sam and his crew did an awesome job on my husband's Vespa. We ordered a new rear tire and Sam bled the brakes and added new fluid. So happy with turn-around time, price & Sam, in general, is a great guy! read more

Sam was amazing to deal with for the purchase of this bike. He had already if patience as we worked ti get the bike. Recommend buying from him if there's on the has that you want. read more

Sam's Cycle Service - Harley Davidson Dyna FXD - Motorcycle Dealers Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

Could not be happier with my easy motorcycle service. My bike recommends this shop highly. read more

Sam's Cycle Service - Motorcycle Dealers Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

They were selling a used motorcycle on consignment. The bike seemed a little too good to be true, and I was taking it on faith the bike would be what they said it was after my 300 mile drive... The bike was EXACTLY what they said it was. Sam is very trustworthy in my opinion and that is somewhat hard to find in used vehicle sales. read more

Sam is a standup motorcycle dealer from an age where there was honor in the trade. First of all, there is a tension often times between the buyer and seller as the buyer wants to by for as low as possible and the seller wants the highest profit margin. That's just not how Sam works. He could have charged me close to double what I paid for the bike I bought from him. He could have made a higher bottom line. He could have sold it to someone else when I told him I needed a few more days to get out there. He could have done a lot of things that many folks do when chasing the dollar. But Sam isn't just chasing dollars. He's bringing high quality iron horses to riders, and genuinely wants them to enjoy, be safe, and thrive forward. Buying a motorcycle is much different than buying a car. The bond we build with a bike really is like the bond with a horse. Sam sells with honor and dignity and I dare say a motorcycle spirituality that is deeply apprciated, rare and must be honored! You're in good hands at Sam's Cycle Service... it's a family affair! read more

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Sam was super accessible, he provided a lot of information regarding the sale of my 2023 triumph bobber. He remained in contact and provided invoice of downpayment for hold. When I went to his shop, he was very welcoming. The transaction was paid in cash, and I had a very positive experience. I'd recommend him. He gave me a great deal on the motorcycle and even gave me a discount for the scratched exhaust. He also paid to transfer the warranty. read more

Sam's Cycle Service - Motorcycle Dealers Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

Very honest and accommodating. Came on a referral from a friend and was not disappointed. Will use them again. read more

My bike wouldn't start. Never owned a Yamaha before, called their shop and told them what the problem was. I spoke to a very nice young man who gave me advice on how to fix the problem. Now that the bike is running, I will take it there to have it serviced and new tires installed. read more

You know, sometimes you just come across a business that you would never have come across before if it wasn't for the wild haired idea of owning a "motorized" bicycle. One day, I woke up, decided to buy a bicycle, wanted an electric bike then opted for a motorized one. Well... what a decision that was...I had NO idea what was coming next but it was literally a smooth ride from the time of purchase. First I needed to find a bike shop (not a motorcycle shop) to assemble my bicycle, then, I needed a shop to put in the motor. Decided to go with Sam's since he has been here for 25 .. 30 years and has an excellent track record. I love supporting the locals and small businesses. Sam was extremely helpful and nice to me the minute we said "hello". I love the tucked away off the main road, expansive shop with plenty of space to work on motorcycles of all types, and also a great selection of gear and accessories as well. It might be intimidating for most non-motorcycle people to go to this shop and talk to the people who work there as well as the owner...but everyone is GREAT and they don't "bite"... I promise! lol Sam absolutely understood exactly what I needed to have done, and he was extremely pleasant to speak with and quoted me a very reasonable price. His entire staff is also very helpful and nice. When my motorized bicycle was finally all put together... you can imagine how excited I was! Having no previous knowledge of how any of this works, and also my years of bicycle riding were too long ago to even mention... but Sam went over the operation of my bicycle thoroughly and showed me how to change the oil and how to work the clutch. Remember I'm a complete blank slate here, I do not know anything about any of this stuff. I was able to get my bicycle in a fairly short turnaround time with an explanation of how everything worked included in the price. I'm very grateful to these guys. You have a ROCKIN' shop! read more

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Took a Harley to get it to start. Picked it up and immediately tried to get it started. Same issue. Contacted Sam, the owner and he refused to fix the problem. He said "we were doing you a favor as we don't work on Harley's". What an excuse. Also never received a quote for authorization prior to doing the repairs! Total waste of $700+. read more

Way overpriced, left my bike (delivered washed/clean) outside in their dirt lot where I picked it up literally covered in dirt - like had to wipe a clean spot on to sit to ride home. They called and said it would be around $1000 for a standard maintenance. I said my budget was $500 max so they didn't complete full maintenance and charged the full $500. For perspective, in LA...which should be more expensive, the same service at the dealership is ~$250. Again, just standard stuff..change oil/fluids, plug etc. I'll watch YouTube and do it myself next time. Didn't even have peace of mind that quality work was done to ride safely afterwards. Be warned. read more

Recently I have had some repairs and service performed on my bike at Sam's. When I first called for an appointment I as told they were busy and it would be a wait to get things done. I agreed to the schedule and their estimate of costs based on my needs. Wow... They not only stuck to the schedule but called a few time to go over what they where doing and how the repairs were being handled. Could not have asked for better service. Strongly recommend Sam's Cycle shop FYI: I've been riding bikes for +45 year and have been in / out of a lot of bike shops. These guys are professionals, read more

Helpful fast and fair. Fit tires to my 1993 Virago rims after other places couldn't.

My bike needed detailing. Sam did a great job putting the bike in showroom condition for a very reasonable price. Sam and his staff are enthusiastic motorcycles and treat you as one of them. They take time to discuss your needs and propose solutions. read more

These guys did a good job of getting my little Vespa 150 LX up and running after having some issues after being stored for awhile. It was quite a bit more expensive than my shop in Seattle but they also don't have the competition to keep the prices down so it wasn't unexpected. They told me up front what the costs would be so it wans't unexpected going in. All in all, not many complaints. I just wish they had some competition so their pricing would be better. read more

They kept my Harley a month for service that should have taken a day and charged me over $600 for it. Never again!

Good dude who gave me Honest info on scooter fluidsand I enjoyed talking to him. An old school place with used bikes and I liked the vibes. It's been around for 40+ years read more

Needed to do the 6K service on my BMW R nine T. Sam, was quick to note what was actually needed and performed a simple brake flush. Overall checkup and I was on my way. Will need tires by summer, and Sam's is where I'll go to get them done. Thanks to Sam and his mechanic for taking care of my bike. Jeff read more

Recently purchased a Yamaha XT225 from Sam's and I love it! Sam and the crew were extremely helpful. This was my first bike, everyone was cool and showed me everything I needed to know to properly run and maintain the bike. Very smooth transaction, registration and DMV papers were all taken care of on site. Price was very good, I wish they were a little closer to LA! Thanks Guys! read more

Integrity and fairness are the keystone to business survival. Sam has been in business for many years. I found him on Yelp after reading the reviews. His staff repaired a moped that had been in storage for 11 years. The charges were fair. I would recommend this business. read more

Sam's Cycle Service - People 50 - Motorcycle Dealers Near Me - Rancho Mirage, California

Just bought a bike here and had a great experience. Transaction was smooth, fast, and easy. Sam was very helpful before and after transaction. This isn't like your typical dealer with hidden fees and up selling salesman. Would definitely return here for more business. read more

Excellent service! Sam and his employees are extremely good at what they do are very friendly! Prices are are good as well. Don't hesitate to do business here. You will be treated right. read more

Incredible service. I was having a hard time locating a shop that works on Ducati's. Sam actually came to pick up my bike and did a great job tuning her up. Very reliable and will continue going back. read more

Meh! Came in here to look at something specific. I couldn't remember what the model was. It's 9am and I was drawing a blank. I asked someone about the Honda thats grey and white that was for sale. Guy says "we got a lotta bikes..." Well, gee thanks for that smart remark. I found what I wanted to buy on their lot. Wasn't hard at all. But I don't buy from people who won't give me the time. That was the only interaction we had here. "...we got a lotta bikes..." LOL read more

Made appointment, brought it in, got it back... no hassles. Thank you! My BMW K1300S is happy once more!

I bought a used motorcycle from Sam and I had to take it back to the shop 3 times in 3 months (less than 700 miles riding) !!!. It kept dying on me for no apparent reason. Furthermore looking back, I know I paid way too much for such a motorcycle, I always had to wait a long time while they "fixed" the bike and I NEVER got even a smile from the owner, either at the first transaction or in my subsequent visits at the shop for them to "fix" the bike, I seemed more like an inconvenience. If they are selling a bike that they worked on, I would stay away but if they bought it and never changed anything then it might be worth a shot. I will never take my bike down there again. I suggest you guys stay away too!! Waste of time, waste of money! Unprofessional! read more

I brought my bike into Sam's because it had stopped starting. It is an older scooter that very few mechanics in the desert will even look at. They had it for several weeks as he is always busy, and I told him it was not a priority. Once I got it back it was running fine, a bit on the pricey side for me, but Sam explained that it took many hours to diagnose the problem. I rode it for a few weeks, then it started having the issue again with not starting. I called and asked if he would pick it up, and he kindly waived the fee as I was a bit frustrated. When I picked it up again, it was starting and seemed to be running well except for an issue at higher speeds. I immediately brought it back and they said it probably needed an engine rebuild. I was very frustrated and left angry (not wanting to spend any more money). Sam himself ended up calling me personally to follow up on my frustration and spent time explaining that the cost was because it is an older bike, and that he did not want me to leave an unhappy customer. He explained everything he did to the bike, and that he wanted to make it right. I really appreciated his time and caring, and he really made sure that I felt taken care of. They are a great family owned shop, and I would recommend them especially if you have an older bike. read more

My bike's battery wasn't holding a charge and died about 4 miles from Sam's shop. I called them and they had a battery in stock for my 2003 K1000GT BMW. I managed to jump start the bike and drove it to the shop at about 3 :15 PM expecting to leave it there sine they close at 5 PM. But they took it right in, verified the condition of my current battery and replaced with a new one right away. Now that service in my book! read more

I showed up here on a Saturday at 4:30pm in need of a tire. This was a desperate need not something that would wait. The guys took my bike and helped with a smile. There was no smart ass comments about how they were about to close. The work was proper and fast. They also cleaned my chain and did an oil change. I liked the atmosphere if this no strings attached, non brand affiliated shop. Cheers to Sam's Cycle Service in Rancho Mirage for setting me straight. read more

Always great service and very prompt. They are almost always busy but try to accommodate as much as possible. Extremely honest in their work and pricing. I've always been satisfied and I appreciate the time they take to fully explain the work they are doing! read more

Me: Ducati. Sam: Absolute Best. They are serious motorcycle people. Prices very fair, Service prompt. A+++++

I have been taking my machines to Sam for 10 years now. I have had nothing but excellent service from Sam's staff and the man himself. I wouldnt take my bikes anywhere else. To the posters with negative reviews. I would suggest speaking with Sam and voicing your issues. Sam has a reputation of making things RIGHT. Something you dont see anymore. read more

I am new to the Palm Springs area, and had some minor issues with my Triumph Bonneville. Took it to Sam, and within 24 hours the problem was solved. Sam also addressed some minor maintenance issues with the bike...all done at a reasonable price. It is great to have a bike contact to use for any and all issues - I'll use Sam for all my bike service going forward. Highly recommended. read more

I took my Honda Shadow in problem starting. And a few other things. I rode it twice. It wouldn't start any longer. They have changed me $380 for a carburetor overhaul. Took it somewhere else (professional) the carburetor needed to be rebuilt. Another $500 because everything needed replacing. In short you can't trust Sam's I would never recommend them for anything! Steer clear. read more

I try not to visit Sam very often, but sometimes the problem is bigger than I can handle. Sam has worked on a few of my dirt bikes over the years and the work is always good and the price is very fair. He and his staff/family are a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend Sam's Cycle. read more

I had a very poor experience with this shop. I paid $700 to have a fuel leak repaired and new rear tire installed. When I got my bike home it was leaking gas in the exact same location. read more

This shop and the same owner Sam has been in this same place since Nixon was in office! I just bought my second motorcycle from Sam's. I am very pleased. They don't write warrantees on used bikes, but I had a couple of problems with the first bike I bought from them 2 years ago. It was an older bike with a lot of miles on it but they did not charge any labor and I just paid for the parts. Now I have the newer BMW that I just bought and it is good to know that they have a good reputation for service. Thank you Sams! read more

Wow!!! website claims years and years of customer service and experience. Twice now I have tried to bring my vintage bike in for repair and have been denied. Turns out that they just flat out will not work on old bikes. Can't get parts, waste of their time, or maybe they just don't make enough money on the repairs. I don't know. It really wasn't explained. You would think that with all of that experience the older bikes would be a snap. As for service..... I find it very perculiar when the owner (Sam) doesn't even acknowledge you when you are at the counter of his shop. A simple hello, eye contact or whatever.... It's really a shame that this is one of the only shops left in this town. Similar to musicians outlet which is also a joke. Thanks Coachella Valley..... looking forward to the return 10west. read more

I purchased a motorcycle from Sam the other day. What a great guy to deal with! The bike was actually in better condition than I expected and he insisted that I take it for a test ride to make sure that I liked it. The price was very fair, and even though the battery was flat so it couldn't start, he installed a brand new one in minutes....NO CHARGE! so that I could ride it. I went to Sam's because I read he had been in business for a long time there, and for me that's a really good indicator if someone knows how to look after customers! His staff were great and the paperwork was completed quickly even though it was obvious he has a very busy shop and is popular with local bikers for repairs & servicing. The deal was very fair for a great bike...thanks Sam & your staff!! read more

the guys at sam's cycle service have been working on my bikes for years. The mechanics have excellent knowledge with all types of bikes especially with metric bikes. read more