Plenty of bagging on bad customer service around here from dealers, to suppliers, to painters...
And, a lot of it justified.
BUT
That's not what this post is about!
Shout out to Larsons Cycle in Minnesota!
https://www.larsonscycle.com/
I've been out of moto for over 15 years and got back into it this year. Larsons has been great! So refreshing to have a dealer there to take care of you. They know bikes, they know service, they know parts and they know how to take care of their customers.
They stock SO much and are always competitive on prices!
They helped out today when I realized last night that I lost a nut on one of my linkage connections.
Called them up and sure enough, "yep, this is common one, have some in stock".
Seems simple enough, but I bet there aren't too many dealers out there stocking a specific nut for a linkage piece...
Whether its a multi thousand dollar bike, a $650. exhaust or $2. nut, they'll put in the effort and keep you riding.
If anyone cares to add some replies, lets keep them positive and give a shout out to the ones working hard for us!
Admin - Feel free to take this down if I am over stepping - But I can assure you I have no connection to Larsons... Im just really impressed!
It helps when you know your parts guy on a first name basis. The shop is probably made up of moto-heads.
and when they race the same bike as you
Best prices on bikes too , riders cross Wi. To buy from there.
Larsons is awesome. Lots of history supporting everything two wheels and D23 events. Also a big fan of them calling out OEMs on their bullshit when it's called for.
The Shop
DeCal Works Huge Plastic Inventory of UFO and Polisport kits.
Luxon 4-Post Bar Mounts
$189.95 - $239.95
Thanks for the replies to help give this thread some traction!
Just trying spread some positive vibes!
As soon as I saw the thread title, I knew it had to be Larson's. I purchased my bike from them simply via email. Never one phone call. My last email simply stated, "sounds like a deal, see you when you open Saturday morning". Just like that, in and out with a new bike less than 45 minutes.
The owner is at D23 events and award banquets, giving away prizes. Very core moto guy.
Bought my 26 Honda 450 from them this spring. They’re good people and a classic local shop.
Yes they always seem to have great deals and seem like enthusiasts of the sport
100%. I’ve bought at least 10 from Mike. Great shop.
I bought my first brand new CR125 from them in 1986
were really awesome back then and it's really great to hear that they are still great
That’s awesome!
They're alright.
Its great when you look forward to going to your shop to buy a new bike or parts….I have had a few really good ones over the years…..pretty much shops run by racers….I used to just pick up phone or send an email and parts or new bike would be ready and the prices were always fair….lost a really good local KTM dealer 2 years ago, now its back to dealing with clowns ….
Absolutely agree!! These guy's live, breathe and eat all things moto. I live in Texas and have bought all, but one of my new bikes from them in the last 10 years. They can sell and ship a bike from MN much cheaper than I can buy one here in Central, TX. I've also turned on several of my riding buddies to Larson's who now also buy their bikes from them. Can't beat the service and certainly can't beat the prices. Talk to Jessia Larson when you call, she's a straight shooter and an absolute sweetheart to deal with
It's great to hear there's still old school, honest dealers out there. Sadly they're getting harder to find. My brother is a Polaris/Kawasaki dealer in Southern Indiana. My dad started the shop in 1974 as a Suzuki Dealer.
Like your dealer, they're upfront on pricing and don't add on all the bullshit fees. The price they give you is always otd.
My oldest son works there. Both he and my brother still ride moto. Always support the good dealers if you can!
I love Larson cycle, been buying all my bikes there for the last 15 years!
Bought my 1st bike from Larson's in 1984. Still have my 02 CR250 I bought from them. Sadly, I don't ride anymore. Quit racing about 2008 and stopped riding about 2015. My son rides/races and buys bikes from Larsons, now.
Someday I'm going to count the number of dealerships I drive by to get to Larson's, but it's at least 10, and probably 20. The last bike I bought from there I was in and out in under 5 minutes, and that counted strapping the bike down in the truck. Great pricing, great communication, and great people.
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