MotoJava

There’s a reason these guys have 5 stars and 13 years in business.
#1 Superb Service
#2 Reasonable Prices
#3 Great quality bikes
They are especially good for first time riders and will take the time to explain everything in detail to you. I bought my first bike from them a couple weeks ago and am extremely happy with it. I may have paid a few hundred bucks more than waiting to find something similar on craigslist, but the fact that they do a 35 pt safety inspection, tuneup and handle the DMV paperwor is so worth it. I had a couple small issues/​adjustments I wanted, I rode back and they took care of it right away.
These guys are the real deal and go above and beyond.
I will probably buy my next bike from them and will recommend them to all my new rider friends.
Thanks Paul & Joe!

Paul and Joe are amazing. If you don’t want to deal with the craigslist hassle, just go there. You will not regret it. Bought my first bike from them and they have been incredibly patient and helpful answering my questions and giving advice to a newbie.
They’ll always be my first stop for buying or for service in the future.

Paul and Joe were WONDERFUL. I was buying my first bike after riding a scooter for a few years. We looked around locally but couldn’t find anything appropriate. We found Motojava but we are up in Santa Rosa. They held the bike we were interested in (a Honda Nighthawk) until we could drive down. The bike looked and ran great, they answered all our questions and more. They went over all the points of the bike (the choke, filling up the tank, stalking with kickstand down, etc, etc). We bought the bike, they gave me a few pointers and then — this is the best part — they went inside while I was clumsily driving up a block to our trailer so I wouldn’t get nervous being watched. But they said they’d come out again if I needed help. They were awesome!!!

Joe, Paul and the team deserve every star they get. Not only are they wonderfully smart and knowledgeable about motorbikes, they also offer incredible service.
I was buying my first bike and they just walked me through all the things I needed to know and helped guide me to getting the bike that best fit my needs. They didn’t try to sell me the most expensive but let me understand all the factors I should consider when buying. In the end I got a wonderful Suzuki Marauder. It’s a beaut. But after a few days I was having trouble getting it to start so I had it towed back to them and they spent days tracing the problem, replacing spark plugs, putting in a new battery, even giving me a battery charger. Five days later the bike was working perfectly (and has done ever since). And they didn’t charge me anything.
If you want to get a motorbike this is the only place to go.

There is a reason these guys have a perfect rating, and when I was shopping around for my first bike in Aug’15, this reason was the same one I strolled in one Friday morning to buy a 2007 Ninja 650R. As a first time rider & buyer, Paul was very helpful in answering all of my questions, so I picked the bike up on the spot.
Fast forward five months, 8000 miles later; purchased a ZX6R for the sportier riding style, and didn’t have a reason to keep two bikes. They were very helpful in purchasing back my old bike, and the entire process took less than 30 minutes. I couldn’t recommend a better place to get started as a first time rider. If you are on the fence about picking up a bike here, just go and see!

Should have written sooner. Eldest son and I have now bought four motorcycles from Paul and Joe. They do an amazing job, regularly churning out a few beautifully refurbished rides a week, and offering them at a very reasonable price. Didn’t try to sell us the most expensive machine they had, really listened to where we were at. That’s big, but what is as big or bigger is that while a lot of businesses say they don’t just hand you the keys and f’get’bout’it, Motojava means it. In the beginning we had a million questions and they were always there with the correct and cheerful answers; adjustments needed; they were there; needed to put together a toolkit– they were there. About to go on our first track day, they had us bring in the bikes to check them out, do a couple things. Nice guys, too– also a big deal.

These guys are amazing. Incredibly kind and fair. They are always very busy, but more than willing to give me advice over the phone. Once or twice they have helped me fix my bike on my own without having to bring it to a shop.

I came upon MotoJava quite by accident… no, not that kind! I was returning to SF from my Day Job in the Western Sierra Nevada foothills. A weekly 3 hour reverse commute…200km.. I left at 7am, when I got off Graveyard shift. Due West, with the Sun at my back. Immediately off the freeway, I saw a sign that boldly declared… JAVA. I missed the Moto part.. After I had my El Grande Supremo Quatro Espresso Optimo cup of Java, I noticed a Motorcycle Shop… right next door! My winter ride was parked on the street, in front of MotoJava. I missed the motorcycle shop… totally.. I really needed that Cup o’ Mud, but was so focused on my Drug of Choice, I totally missed the Moto part of MotoJava. I went through the connecting Maze to the Head. When I emerged, I was in the MotoJava Used Motorcycle Showroom. Small, but neatly done.. There were quite a few bikes for sale. All of the bikes were priced right. I thought the prices were on the high end, but they were all ready to go.. . All the used bikes on the showroom floor were very well prepared for Immediate sale. The oil and oil filter changed, air filter serviced, tune-​up as needed, everything adjusted, Safety Inspected and Road Tested. If anything was not 100%, it was fixed and Road Tested again, until all was perfect or otherwise noted on the Sales Tag. Make your choice of motorcycle, put down the Green, put on your Skid Lid and gear on… and boogie!. I was in the Automotive Sector, working as a Master Technician at the time. I know a well prepared motorcycle when I see one. I do my 200 km weekly commute on a motorcycle… all year round. It snows where I work, 3 months of the year. Any of the MotoJava freeway sized used motorcycles, are good enough to ride to the East Coast now… no equivocation on this!. I went back through the Maze betwixt the Moto and the Java and got another Cup o’ Joe. I sat down to think about purchasing a good used motorcycle from MotoJava.. Unfortunately, my ’70, BMW R60/​5 Winter ride was clipped by a car, in my legal parking space and tipped over on my new clutch lever. Hit and run, SF style. I put it upright and went back to the Java part of MotoJava to sulk.. When I retire, I’m buying a nice used motorcycle from the Moto part of MotoJava.

Hello,
For anyone looking for a previously owned motorcycle in the SF Bay area, which is solid mechanically & ready to o ride; Bookmark & visit Moto Java’s website. Until you see what you are looking for and can afford (the important to me thing is to follow your passion)! Motorcycles, kayaking, painting, yoga, all. Just do it!

I thought these folks were fantastic. Extremely knowledgable and friendly with your best interest in mind. They sell refurbished models and I went here to buy my first motorcycle, needless to say a big decision like that is enough to make one hesitant. I was greeted by a very nice and knowledgable team member. They took the time to probe and ask me all the things I was looking for in a bike and if I had a model in mind. After selecting one out they went through all the proper ways to take care of the motorcycle, as well as owners and service tips for the future. They do really good work on the motorcycles too, my 2007 Honda Shadow looked brand new when I was picking it out. Had $ 17,000 miles on it but looked like it had never left the lot. I can not recommend these fellas highly enough, especially for new riders and first time buyers!

After squeezing 7 years out of the «starter» bike I bought at MotoJava, I was overdue for an upgrade, and didn’t hesitate to go back to these guys. In the interim I’d done some shopping at some other SF dealers, and some of them are pretty shifty. But at MotoJava, my experience was as great as it was the first time, and I really can’t say enough good things about Joe and Paul. They’re totally honest, straightforward, and incredibly helpful throughout the process, from helping figure out which is the right bike, answering my countless questions both before and after the purchase, and sorting out any minor remaining issues after buying the bike. I’ve recommended them to friends, who have also had a great experience here.

Unbelievable service. From the phone call to the face to face experience I never felt like I made the wrong decision buying from them. As a first time motorcycle buyer I knew next to nothing. Paul was amazing at explaining everything I needed to know about the bike to get started. I’ve never been so confident in a purchase. Will definitely recommend them to everyone I know.

There’s not much I can say that hasn’t already been said, but I feel the need to add to the positive reviews.
This little shop is overflowing with expertise. I left with my first bike and lots of freshly-​minted knowledge that has helped me become comfortable on two wheels a lot faster. Their prices are very competitive, and combined with the service they provide, there’s not another shop out there that can compete (none that I could find, at least).

When do you see a place that has such a stellar reputation like a place like this. I brought my beloved Z1000 to sell because quite frankly I was mean to her. I’d bought her from Motojava and they’d taken care of it over the years but I didn’t do her the justice she deserved so I knew what it was worth. The initially didn’t want to even buy it from me since they felt the amount was so low but I assured them I knew and it was actually a generous offer.
So I watched their website and a week later it shows back up looking beautiful. Then a few days later it sold to another lucky rider.
Here’s the kicker. So I sold my bike cuz my situation was in the air but I might be getting a new bike (I did a Street Triple R 2013!!!) but I was all over the place from smaller cruisers, bmw’s, Monsters and a couple other random bikes. They gave me really great tips on some maintenance things that applied to me personally that really helped me out.
Not much more I could say about this place. Joe and Paul have helped me from the first days when I was a week away from my MSF class to helping me when my bike had been backed into by a car.
Good people flat out. We need to support businesses like this for sure.

I’ve been shopping for a bike for awhile, and I decided that if possible I’d buy from these guys. Like others say, love the vibe and there are a few other things to note: You need to keep an eye on their website and if you see something you like, act fast. They refreshed their site yesterday at about noon, and by noon today half the bikes they added have been listed as sold (including the one I just bought!). Something I really liked is that the total price is listed on the bike. No haggling, no BS. I also like that they talk through the strengths/​things to watch for on a particular bike. I’m not new to motorcycles and even though I mostly bought junkers from private parties and fixed them up, I did buy from a dealership, once, and this is a *much* better experience. So, be patient but when you see something you like, act quick.

Easily 5 star and worthy of all the great reviews. We have been monitoring the web site for a couple of months and finally were able to get in and get the perfect fit starter bike for the husband — an anniversary gift. We hope this will be a sport we both love, and if so will definitely be bringing our business back here.

Although I haven’t purchased any bikes from them till now, but I feel comfortable speaking for them. They are really nice guys, you can go and check out all the bikes that they have. Couple of times I went there their supply was limited (They have only 6 – 7 bikes at any time), hence you will have to stay in touch with them to get what you want, if you know what you want. They do tune up and fix whatever needs to be fixed before they sell so the bikes are in pretty good condition.
True that you will be spending few hundred dollar more compared to if you were to buy from private seller but you don’t have to go through all the hassle, and being inspected by professional mechanics means you will be fairly safe purchasing one from them which means it is totally worth it. As per me, I went through the hassle more so because I was particular about what I wanted.

I have purchased two bikes from these guys and have had them do maintenance on all my bikes.
They are extremely friendly, courteous, and professional. They answer their phones and respond to emails.
When you buy a bike, you see the bike you want online then you go to their shop. Once there, you have a casual chat with the guys (no pressure) and you sit on the bikes. They answer questions and then if you like the bike, you buy it. No haggling.
The price you see is the price you pay.
They take care of all the DMV stuff and you ride away knowing you got a good used bike at a fair price.
I will buy bikes from them site unseen and without hesitation. They are the only people I trust to buy used bikes from.
If you need a bike, run, don’t walk, to MotoJava!

I bough my second bike here. They had a posting on craigslist for a 2007 Yamaha Vstar 1100. The bike was almost brand new at 1500 miles. It had custom pipes and swapped out the frumpy seat for something more sleek and sexy. I instantly fell in love.
Enough about my bike, the review of this place is what you came for.
The shop is small but, I feel that’s the charm of the place. It feels like each bike in there was hand picked by the owners who take pride in their work and their customer service. They answered every question I had and were authentically nice and friendly through the entire process. I also love the fact that I felt like I was buying my bike from «experienced motorcycle enthusiast» opposed to some turd-​polishing salesmen.
If you’re looking for a quality used bike from guys you can actually trust, if MotoJava has the bike you’re looking for, you’d be a dummy to not pick it up from them. As cheesy as this is going to sound, the guys over at MotoJava made my experience of jumping from my beginner 250cc bike to my real bike (The Vstar) a memorable one. Can’t thank them enough.

I recently sold my motorcycle at Moto Java and was treated fairly and kindly.
Paul and Joe know what they are doing and they know motorcycles. They treated me professionally and we arrived at a mutually agreeable price with very little fuss. These guys are smart about their bikes, and more importantly they care about their customers and their reputation.
The next time I’m looking for a bike I’ll see what Paul and Joe have on hand at Moto Java. It is a great shop!