Freedom On 2 Wheels

Rado was brilliant. On time for the booking. Took me through my new scooter, told me what to look out for and how to ensure it is running well. Tweaked a few things on the new scooter and its running perfectly now (meeting my OCD-driven expectations!). Would highly recommend Rado’s services. Looking forward to the next service.

Morning Rado,
I have a 1983 Suzuki Katana 1100, havent started it for over a year as we have been building/moving house etc etc. I was running very rough last time i had it going and when the fuel tap is on it leaks fuel from somewhere. The clutch was also stuck and couldnt get it freed.Are you able to come to my house diagnose what is wrong with it and give me a quote to service as well please.

Rado is very knowledgeable and experienced on motorcycles, he showed me the intricate parts that needed attention during service. Also provided me with advice along the way.
Rados experience shows when he does his work. I would definitely go back for his services

Rado is a knowledgeable and trustworthy bike mechanic and all around top bloke! Wouldn’t take my bike to anyone else in Brisbane.

Starter solenoid virago 250. Item has been purchased.

Hi, I’ve replaced my battery but the connections won’t screw in? I also have some bolts or screw missing that connect the plastics to the frame and the fuel tank also

Top professional service and a wealth of knowledge and experience. Highly recommended services.

I have a VMoto JX50 and Rado has helped me out with it a number of times. He’s always friendly and super helpful, explains everything thoroughly, and has great pricing – and he comes to you, which is very handy (especially when I have problems getting the scooter started)! Would highly recommend! Thanks Rado.

Hi Rado. I have just purchased a 2006 Vespa 250 GTS ie with only 2,000 kilometres on the clock. It has been stored away in a garage for years and hardly saw any action hence the long mileage. I’m interested in having the bike fully serviced and checked over for any issues that might arise as a result of its low use over the years. In particular I’m keen to make sure that everything that can and should be greased and lubricated, is! What would a call out to Ferny Hills with a full service plus a descent inspection cost please. Also, if the belt needed replacing (which I doubt it would given the age and construction on these belts) what would the total cost of a home visit, plus the belt and full service cost?
Many thanks
Howard

Rado found a pin I had dropped into the heat shield during servicing. Saved me a bunch of time. Being able to learn from a service while its happening makes it even more value. Cheers – Andy

Hi Rado, I have a Yamaha SRV250 that is stalling a lot. Could be fuel, could be electrics. Tried riding home in the rain today and had to leave it parked and walk home! I’m located in Wilston and would like you to take a look at it and show me the basics of a service.
Many thanks,
Penny

Hi, I’m just enquiring about the first service on a SWM Gran Milano in Scarborough and how much this would cost? Thanks

I got referred to Rado, he was legend. Helped with swapping my aftermarket exhaust onto my bike and went over the rest of bike and taught me the basics, which I was very grateful to learn in person. Would definitely recommend & will refer him to my biker mates. Thanks Rado!

Hello Rado, thank you for the service to my honda cb 125, an impeccable and professional job, you are very friendly and reliable, 100% recommended. Thank you

Rado is very professional and focussed on providing high quality standard of work. On top of doing a great service, he also gave me a few tips and confidence to be able to do my own future services.

I highly recommend Rado to anyone looking for a bike mechanic.

I have been getting both my bikes (1000cc + 125cc) serviced at Rado’s for years now. He is kind and very knowledgeable, and you will save so much money compared to taking your bike to a regular mechanic. He doesn’t waste any time, and will check for any other issues as he works. He will also answer any questions you may have. I have saved a lot of money and gained a better understanding of bikes by seeing Rado. I am probably what you would call a regular, and I still can’t believe the great value. Highly recommended.

Rado came over and service my bike, on time and on budget. Extremely knowledgeable and happy to share his expertise with me.
Would have no hesitation in recommending him, I will surely be using him again

I have a Kymco Sento 50 that I urgently want repaired with a RWC

Hi
Rado serviced my Honda CB125 with oil change, chain tightning/lubing and air filter/carbuerator draining. Really geunine person and did good job.
On time and honoured the price he quoted…
Bike runs like new again.. gave good advice on regular maintenance that I can do my self. I would happily recommend him….

Thanks again.

Hey I live in bardon
My bike, a Suzuki gs500, isn’t starting, I think it might be an issue with the battery or igniter

Highly Recommended. Fantastic service with a smile. Rado came out to my house to fix my scooter – he arrived bang on time and carried out the work to a high standard. Great service Thank you – Dorothy (Kymco Like 125CC Scooter)

Thankyou Rado for the help and work you did and also for the tips and advice on my xvs650. Sensational Bike is running like Dream cheers Troy

Ive seen Rado a couple of times for my triumph datona 675 and each time he has gone above amd beyond of what I’ve asked him to do. Without a charge. He is very passionate about his work and the detail he puts in is second to none. He explains how to do touch ups on my own bike at home which is rare. Highly recommend

Rado came and fixed my daughters Paiggio Scooter. He was on time, friendly and certainly knew his stuff. He cleaned out all the “diesel” yes diesel from the scooter and serviced all the affected components and it now runs like a dream. His business model of coming to the customer was a massive benefit to me. Thanks Rado you have my recommendation.

Hey Rado

Thanks so much for your help over the past week or so with my KLX400. The difference between before and after you casting your precise eye over it is phenomenal. It runs and rides unbelievably better now. I can’t thank you enough for instilling confidence back in my secondhand bike purchase for a trip to Cape York next year. And your customer service, flexibility and after sales service/advice are a breath of fresh air.

Thanks again mate

Rado serviced my vs 1400 . Great job friendly guy and honest pricing. Cheers mate.

Hi Rado,
Thanks for servicing my newly acquired 2006 Honda CB900 Hornet and repairing the headlight. You were friendly, efficient and the source of a wealth of information not to mention way cheaper than a menchanic at a Honda dealer. I left your place feeling very confident in my new (old) bike which is not really how I felt when I first arrived. I’ll definitely be back.
Regards,
Harley

Rado was excellent, my bike was fixed in no time and the whole thing was explained so now I actually know how the thing works. And the very helpful tips keep coming, thanks!

As if you may not have gathered already from all the brilliant comments, Rado is The Best! Excellent service, friendly, helpful, practical and efficient. He even pumped my tyres up with a rusty old bicycle pump. That’s Service!!

Hi to all bike owners. On Monday 9/5/2016 I rang two mobile bike service businesses to organise a service on my Piaggio 150 Scooter I’m still waiting for a call back from them. I called Rado and he answered straight away. Organised to do it on Wednesday at 9:00am at my place in Bulimba. He arrived on time. Rado did the service and talked me through it and gave me great advice. I will recommend him to all my friends.Forget the rest Call the Best. Thanks Rado. Regards Basil

Hi Rado,
Thanks again for the great work you’ve done on my vtwin 250 and my partners Ducati. Not only have you done the servicing at a really good price, you’ve made it really convenient by coming over to service the bike at our place and your attention to detail and care for our bikes has been fantastic.
I’d be happy to recommend you to anyone.
Thanks Tony

Old style bush mechanic who teaches as he tunes and a way of chiding my slack maintenance which makes me want to do better. Rado turned up at my place on his bike and set about tracking down a pesky starting problem with what at first glance looked like a modest set of tools. Wrong. He was organised. Had everything to get a bike up and running on the fly right down to a container to take away the old oil.

There are so many great comments on this website and I can see why after meeting Rado yesterday when he serviced my cruiser. Good, honest service, great guy and I learnt some new things about my bike as a bonus. I will be recommending Rado to my motorcycling friends.

See you next time Rado.

Regards,
Brad

Hi Rado,

thank you for assisting me with my purchase it went very successfully I managed to get a fair price for the motorbike.

The bike is so nice to ride and I feel more balanced safe and comfortable.

All the paper work was orderly and genuine and now I am more confident knowing that I have a more reliable bike that you recommended.

Again thanks for taking the time out to give me good sound advice

Natasha

Rado I just got home, thank you so much for fixing and looking at my baby Suzuki Across. You are honest, fun, informative and genuine :). Australian bikers loveeeee youuuuu.
Daniel

Hi Rado,
Thanx for Service for my SYM 150. Enjoyed tuition, friendly and informative. Very happy with changes to my rear suspension. Will recommend as soon as I find some motorbike friends.
Thanx John

Just wanted to say thank-you for taking me through a minor service an front brake replacement on my BMW K1300S.

I learn a lot about the bike and thoroughly enjoyed working side by side with you through the process.

I will be recommending you to everyone I know with a bike old or new.

Rado, Thanks for getting my 1960 James Captain going today, its been months since it was running, and being so rare, others were not game to fix it. I rode it to work today for the first time in ages. Well done. Brendan

Hi Rado, it was a pleasure meeting a full professional such as yourself, who was prompt, on time and did a great job on my Honda Super Blackbird, I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending your services to anyone who owns 2 wheels, keep up the good work, thanks Rado

Brilliant service while you wait. No more leaving your bike at the shop! Honest service. Saved a lot of money, thank you Rado 😀

Angela

Thanks Rado for looking after the Piaggio X8. Annoying that a prior service from a dealer resulted in the problem, but great you were able to identify it and get it resolved. Really appreciated! And for once, it’s great not to feel that my hip pocket has been raided…great price for what you did. Cheers Tony

Hi Rado,

Thanks for the service done on my TGB 150Ccc Scooter, and for taking a little extra time to teach me the ins and outs of the bike. I will now be doing my own services on the rocketship thanks to your easy to follow instructions.
Good price as well, I would recommend your services to anyone with a bike.

Cheers,

Keryn

Hi Rado,

Thanks for the service on my 250kawasaki ninja. Runs well! If anyone is looking for a reliable service I will send them your way.

Thanks alot,

Matt

Hey Rado,

I received my part yesterday and fitted it myself. I am back on the Vespa thanks to your help.

Cheers again.
Josh

Thanks for the service and repair work today Rado. I always know I’ll get a good job done and good tips and conversation to go along with it!!

Hi Rado
Thank you so much for the service on my scooter today and for fixing all its loose shaky bits!
It feels so much nicer to drive now and I really feel like I learnt alot from you today and perhaps one day I will feel confidant enough to try and service it myself. eek!
I’ve shared your site on my facebook page and will be sure to recommend you to other scooter and motorbike riders. Stay in touch and take care 🙂
Alana

Hi Rado,
Heard of your service through friends and Guntree but had not taken the time to give you a try, I’m glad I did. Your service was professional and detailed, filled with helpfull pointers so I can start servicing at home. I will highly recommend you to anyone I know who needs a scooter service, thanks again and have a merry Christmas.
Luke

Hi everybody

I’m Nomar, a venezuelan guy who bought a used Jive 50cc for a flat mate and which was broken for a problem with the oil pump. At the Technician Service Shop want to charge for fix all the engine a really high price. I have in my bag the information of Rado and I called him to check how much that could cost and the attetion received starting there was really awesome, he look in internet the cheaper and the most quality parts and sent to me for I’ll buy this. The service is really personalized and very explicited, he know what he talking about so you can put in him all your confidence because him is a realiable person.

See you and Thanks

Rado Rocks!
I learned more about my scooter in one hour with you than I have in over four years of taking it to the valley cowboys. The fact that you took time to customise a bolt to replace a missing one is especially appreciated. Also, I have complete confidence that the two problems you diagnosed will be completely resolved once I get those parts in.

As far as I’m concerned, you are THE go-to guy from now on and I’ll be raving as much to anyone with a scooter or motorcycle.

Thanks a million.
See you when the piston arrives.
d.

Hi Rado

Scott Johnston here. Kymco Bug vibe. just wanted to say thanks so much for working on my bike at such short notice. what has cost me over $250 at other mechanics and a lot of wasted time running around, you fixed in 1 hour at a very very reasonable cost. You are brilliant. i highly recommend any one to use you over any shop any day. thanks again and have a great day

hey rado,
i have a cbr250rr and currently having difficulty to bring it to high speed. it runs fine from 0-80km/h or revv from 0-6000rpm. any higher than that the cibby will start to run rough. like the power is all gone. i suspect the engine is running on three cylinder but i’m not too sure. cause it still start first go in the morning. will you be able to check that out for me? thanks

also do you do tank treatment? thanks

Hi Rado, I’ve got an Aprilia SportsCity thats due to have the drive belt replaced. I’ve got the belt but it seems replacement is not straight forward. Some special tools / skill may be required. Are you able to do this?

Cheers
Pete

Hi my name is trevor glass I have an e bike easy ride which has a 48 volt charger – I cannot get it going and would love to get it into action. Is there anything you can do to help. My number is 0411427460. I live 40 mins north of brisbane but I am prepared to get the bike to you to have a look at. whichever is easiest.

Hi Rado,

Thanks so much for your great work once again. My little Bug Bandit is now going extremely well once more. After you fixed the back pressure tube for the petrol pump today it seems to be going better than it had before, so I wonder if that crack in the end of the tube has been developing over some time. It may be my imagination but it seems to be accelerating even better than before. I took it on Moggill Road today (a route I don’t normally take) and it coped with those big hills quite well.

Again, thanks for being able to come to my place; I had become so frustrated at not being able to get it started and you sorted it out so quickly.

Regards,
Matthew

Hi Rado,

Just wanted to let you know that my Bug Bandit scooter has been going extremely well following the service and maintenaince you did on it back at the end of February. I haven’t followed up on the alignment of the front forks yet – just been too busy – but I’ll follow your advice. Your simple advice about using a higher wattage headlight bulb was really good. I also wanted to thank you for all the time you spent and the helpful maintenance advice.
Cheers,
Matthew

I was hoping to book in service and repair for a Bolwell Shark for 28 March. I left a message this morning – could you please contact me asap. Many thanks.

Hi, my tgb 303rs is having starter motor problems.. It takes a few goes for it to turn over it’s clicking. It seems to be worse
In the morning after it warms it doesn’t seem to do it so much. Worst case what would the problem/cost involved? I’m more worried about the cost can you give me a worst case quote?

Thanks
Jade

Hi there Rado!
I came across your website kind of by accident as I searched for a mobile scooter mechanic in North Brisbane… I’m not sure if you can help me, but figured it couldn’t hurt to ask.
I recently purchased a brand new 50cc V-Moto Milan scooter to commute to and from work each day. Everything was running perfectly until she had her first service at around 420k. I’m not sure if the issues that arose after the service are directly linked to the service or just coincidental, but she became much harder to start – often refusing to start at all, or starting and then quickly powering down and sometimes (very rarely) working well. I contacted the service team (at the place of purchase and service) and they were not very helpful at all, stating that I would have to transport the scooter to the nearest V-Moto service centre (min 1 hour away) and that I should have RACQ breakdown service for times like this. They stated that the issue would have nothing to do with the service and that I probably have water in my petrol due to recent flooding (this may or may not be true).
I recently tried to ride the scooter to a local Motorcycle mechanic who had agreed to take a look at her, but 100m down the road she stopped and could not be started again – I pushed her home.
So I’m writing this long…drawn out version of events, hoping you may be able to help me or know someone who can. I am at Bracken Ridge and needing a wonderful, honest mechanic to come to my house and look at (hopefully fix) my scooter, before I wear out my Virago (which I am now riding to work) from riding such short distances (5km each way- this is the reason I purchased the scooter in the first place).
I thank you for your time (and patience reading this) and look forward to your reply.

Many kind regards

Wendy.

Excellent Work Rado! Thank you!
Persistent and innovative and highly, highly skilled.
Saved me $$ and hassle trying to find parts for my Benelli Pepe by fixing the ones I had.
I’m looking forward to working with you again. Unfortunately now it seems that won’t need to be for a while. Shucks hey!
All the best
Madonna

Hi, I’m looking to get a service donw on my Sym VS125… I live in coorparoo.

How much will the services cost and can you show me how to adjust the brake levers and fix the head lamp?..

Much appreciated.

Hi Rado,

Thanks for the service last week and all that you taught me. Very much appreciated!

Tom

Hi Rado, You have just serviced my SYM Orbit 125 and I was extremely happy with your attention to detail and total professionalism. I’ll see you soon with my Firenze. I am very glad that I have found someone that is honest in this field. I will certainly be recommending you with any opportunity that I get. By the way Rado the site for helmets on line is https://www.thehelmetwarehouse.com.au/store.php. Thanks again Mario

Hi Rado,

I have a TBG 303RS 50cc scooter which has been running for about 3500 km. I didn’t have any maintenance before. I lived in St Lucia. I just want to ask how much would it cost to get my scooter full serviced if you come to my place? Does the service include changing engine oil and transmission oil? Looking forward to your reply.

Cheers,
Ivan