Motorcycle mechanic, Kaiaka motopaika
Also known as
- Motorbike mechanic, motorcycle technician
Motorcycle mechanics service and repair motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, trail bikes and similar vehicles.

Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$27 to $38
Most common
$46
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax

Motorcycle mechanics
- usually work regular business hours but may work shifts, weekends and be on call
- usually work in garages and workshops and may travel locally to breakdowns
- may work in dusty, dirty and noisy conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be practical, accurate and methodical
Tasks
- inspect vehicles to determine overall condition
- adjust vehicle components according to specifications
- replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts
- repair non-engine automotive or vehicle components
- disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair
- repair defective engines or engine components
- measure equipment outputs
- observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems
- confer with customers or users to assess problems
- disassemble equipment to inspect for deficiencies
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need a qualification or to do an apprenticeship to become a motorcycle mechanic.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Motorcycle Engineering (Level 4)
- a driver licence and motorcycle licence
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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