Acme Cycle

Wow great service and incredibly fair pricing. These guys are the real deal. Fixed my triumph with no headaches and when they showed me the bill I was pleasantly surprised. I would refer this shop with no hesitation.

After being surprised by my fiancé with a beautiful custom 71 Honda CB175, we found it needed some significant upgrades for it to be 1) safe, and 2) street legal. Scott and Dean and the rest of the crew took their time, were meticulous, knowledgable, and kind in get my bike up and running. As a new rider with tons of questions, they never treated me with anything but respect. I highly recommend Acme Cycle for any of your motorcycle needs concerning repairs, accessories, or just common questions. I’m endlessly thankful for their help.

Wait a minute they its a battery issue! Nonsense I bought 2 batteries since I brought it home, STILL DID NOT START RIGHT. This is typical blame it on the consumer. If acme said we will tow it free and fix it all free at this point I wouldn’t do it. This company charged me 900 dollars people!!! And the bike didn’t start correctly the DAY I PICKED IT UP and it doesn’t start at all now and they said they would not tow unless they are at fault. My ASS I DECLINED THEY WANTED TO CHARGE MY WITH THIS BILLY BOB TOWING WHICH I DO NOT RECOMMEND BECAUSE HE IS Working with these people. I made it clear when I dropped it off TO FIX EVERYTHING and this is what I got some guy Mohamed or Amed is the mechanic …
I will not take my bike back to this company as the trust is gone … Wrong me once shame on you wrong me twice shame on me … To anyone reading this just remember 900 and it still doesn’t start so I have a friend that is in my bike club to fix it and I would rather tow it to Romeoville that have these thieves have at it again text me if you have questions on these characters

ACME is unquestionably the best bike shop in Chicago. Take it from me, as I have had experience with most of the others (most of the ones that are still open, that is).
I ride a motorcycle that is just under 50 years old, hasn’t been made since 1970 and is an oddball European brand. Even though it’s a really simple, reliable design and parts are pretty easy to find, most places won’t even look at it. Apartment living isn’t conducive to working on it myself.
I used to take it to Chewie’s… they were *ok* but they went out of business a while ago. So last fall, I was stuck trying to find someone who would both provide winter storage and do some work (tire and cable replacements, adjustments, etc.) Before I knew Acme existed I called two other places: Motoworks and Motorcycle Mania. Motoworks only works on the brands they sell. When I called Motorcycle Mania, the guy I spoke to said they don’t work on scooters (even though my bike isn’t a scooter…). Anyway, I was getting kind of desperate, so I was pretty happy when Acme popped up on Google. I called them and they were super nice on the phone. They also discount their labor significantly over the winter, which saved me some $$.
Anyway, when I picked my bike up a couple weeks ago, I expected it to have nicks and damage like it did when it came back from Chewie’s. This is my experience with Chicago bike shops. Acme gave it back to me in great shape, the work was all done, everything was tight and correctly adjusted, and the bike runs great. They also changed out the gearbox oil and replaced the side gasket. The clutch is like butter now, throttle doesn’t hang up, brakes work great, shifting is crisp, and I rode all the way home to 31^st Street without issue. Bike ran great.
Massimo is a great mechanic who knows his stuff. When I picked the bike up, Dean was at the front desk and he’s a great guy too. There was a minor billing snafu I noticed when I got home, I called him and he fixed it right away.
Is it possible that the best bike mechanics in the city also have the best customer service? Sure is. Due to my prior experiences I have such low expectations, but these guys blew everyone else out of the water. Great service, great work, great price. They seem happy to work on just about anything and aren’t afraid of vintage bikes.
Motorcycle kings of Chicago.

Amazing super fast service. Took bonneville in for tire change and was immediately able to get serviced while I wait. The price is reason and I didn’t wait longer than an hour. Thankfully I have a place for excellent service and great prices nearly house. They service anything on two wheels. Go here after you order parts online. Or you can always wait while they do the ordering for you. Talk to Dean. You won’t regret it.

Massimo is a genius! I have a 1964 Sears Allstate/​Vespa VNB and I had to kick it about 20 times before it would start and every ride without fail, I would have to pull over to the side, clean off the spark plug and put it back in. It became such a pain in the buttox that I was considering getting rid of it. It just wasn’t enjoyable to ride anymore! I heard great things about Massimo, so I dropped if off at his shop and he recommended changing out the carb and giving it new coils. After his tinkering, it works great! Sometimes, it’ll start on the first kick when it’s cold. 2^nd kick on others. I’m so grateful my 20 kick days are over and I can finally start enjoying this beautiful piece of history. Thank you, Massimo!!!

My 1980 Vespa is once again street legal due to the hard work of Massimo And Scott! Acme has filled the void when other well know scooter shops stopped caring about vintage bikes! Working on old bikes is not simple, easy or cheap but with Acme, you know your bike will get the work it deserves! Support local small business! Acme would get 10 stars from me, if it were possible! They are not magicians but the do great work at a fair price!

My fiancé was referred to this place by someone, without checking reviews and no research he brought his bike in to acme cycles! After a month no word from this place mind you my fiancé knew exactly what was wrong with the bike and told them. So finally we get a call letting us know that we need a tune up and light that are on the bike don’t belong on this bike ect. that’s not why we brought the bike in their was a short that kept killing the battery can you fix it they said yes! Finally the big day to pick up the bike we pick up the bike to find out that it’s doing the same thing needless to say no change in the bike. The owner drove the bike to see what was still happening to the bike (it still keeps shutting off) and when he came back we notice the air horn missing on the bike! He told my fiancé that we could of brought him the bike like that which we didn’t we went looking where the owner drove the bike and what do you know their is the air horn laying over a speed hump. Which I assume he went pretty fast over the speed hump for the air horn to fall!!! They stood with the bike a couple more days finally called to pick it up again we were able to get the bike home. But they refused to fix the air horn which was their responsibility and they took to long to fix the bike… Will I refer then NO. Overall experience !

These guys did phenomenal work on my 1976 Vespa Super 150 that had been having major difficulties for years and had visited 2 shops with no results prior to Acme. I really felt like they had my best interests in mind and they delivered unbeatable value as well. I would certainly come here first for any future bike needs.

Great job by Massimo. Mike bike is running great. Thanks guys! Had to wait longer than I’d like but it was worth the wait when I consider what my BMW dealer would charge!

Very nice people that do good work.
I decided to give them a try after reading the other reviews and I’m glad that I did. They were all incredibly nice and were able to change my oil and brake fluid while I waited. The mechanic seemed very knowledgeable. Mechanic labor rates always seem high to me, but they are consistent with everyone else I called in Chicago. I’ll likely be taking my bike here for service from now on.

Ok, well. ACME motorcycle is the only place I will take my bike. The best thing about them actually is there oil changes while you wait. In Chicago space is very limited, and disposal is an issue. So having the option to stop by in the mornings, and have your oil changed while you wait is an incredible convenience. Secondly the service for the mechanical issues that I was having over the summer was promptly dealt with, and diagnosed immediately. I would highly recommend this repair shop for all your motorcycle care needs.

Acme Cycle came into my life with a recommendation from and old and trusted friend. Boy was he right! Not only is everyone here friendly and prompt they know what they are doing. I challenge anyone to find another cycle shop in Chicago that will change a tire while you wait! If I can’t fix it myself I’ll take my bike to ACME every time

It’s nice to finally have a motorcycle shop that I feel confident taking my bike to. These guys are great, skilled and most of all make you feel very comfortable talking with them about any services needed or recommended.
I plan on taking taking advantage of their storage deal they are currently offering this winter.
They also have good recommendations for towing services if needed.
I recommend Billy and the Boy!
I plan on being a long time customer

After 3 years of looking, I have found my «scooter guy». I ride a 1966 Vespa Super 150. After taking it to Second City Scooters when it wouldn’t start, and dealing with poor customer service and paying 150 bucks for a jacked up repair (broke down in 2 miles), the (new) Vespa dealership in Chicago recommended ACME.
Massimo stayed open 45 min past close because my tow was stuck in traffic. Man, that guy is a gem, and the lady that works the front desk is kind and patient. Massimo was able to get my vintage ride running better than it ever has before. It runs like new hasn’t stopped since. We got to talking and he told me that he used to work on Alfa Romeos — another fav of mine. Any guy that can fix an Alfa is aces in my book.
Got a vintage ride? This is the guy to go to.

Acme Cycle hits all of qualities I look for in a mechanic: knowledgeable, reasonable, and trustworthy. The head mechanic, Massimo, has been in the Chicago motorcycle and scooter scene for over a decade; he can fix anything on two wheels from vintage Vespas and Triumphs to modern sport bikes and cruisers. Acme’s labor rate is completely reasonable; especially given the excellent service they provide. But most importantly, they are honest. No bull, no price gouging, no unnecessary markups or unnecessary work. They’ll tell you what should be fixed immediately, and what can wait. Best shop in the city.

My throttle cable snapped 1 mile into a 2-​week, 5,000 mile trip. They worked me in same day, and got me on the road quickly. Very nice folks, reasonably priced. I’ve been searching for a shop, and I was so happy to find this place.

Most Definitely recommend this place! Came in for a brake change, the mechanic Massimo, handled it above and beyond expectation. Once he was done, my bike literally felt like a brand new bike. Definitely coming back here…

These folks did everything to accommodate. Nicest people in this shop. Highly recommended. Great work and speedy.

Excellent service, honest with reasonable labor rates. The place to take your Triumph or Vintage Vespae