Funny seeing this video, I was just speaking to my wife that while I like my career, software implementation manager, I really want a career in a field doing something I love. I love motorcycles, so thought about looking into owning a Indian motorcycle franchise or something in the motorcycle category. I thought about being a vendor also, or opening up a storage facility for bikes, trikes, can am and slingshots. We both agree that I should prob take a part time job at a bike dealership to see if I actually like it. Money is the issue for me as well, plus I work from home full-time so giving up that freedom is a huge switch up. So I'm still brainstorming.

@theinfinitryda

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s a different beast. I do something different now at a dealership but I do miss some of my free time.

Most dealerships have a slump sometime in the year, even dealerships that are in places you can ride year round. So you have to be aware that there will be about 3 months every year where you won't be making very much. Also you need to know that peak riding time is also peak motorcycle sales time, most dealerships have a couple months that are blackout dates where no one is allowed to take time off because it's all hands on deck. Obviously I can't speak to whatever dealership you'll be working at but that is my experience of working at Harley dealership for 2 years. It is really awesome to be around like minded people who share a similar passion for riding motorcycles, and getting to see and test ride the new models and that be apart of your job. But it's still a job lol there's still shitty parts of any job.

@theinfinitryda

5 жыл бұрын

As the Magpie Flies thank you so much. I feel this will help me make a decision

In addition to being able to talk with your new co-workers about motorcycles........you'll also be able to talk with them about how difficult it is some months to pay your bills........

@theinfinitryda

10 ай бұрын

I’m not familiar with that. I never was in sales.

Good for you brother! Not too many get to do what they want. Being happy is key.

Hey, I work at a bank as well and I’m sick of it. 22 years I feel has been wasted and unappreciated. I am applying for a job at HD. My salary issue is also the same. What a mirrored story you have spoken of. Whatchoo gonna do?

@theinfinitryda

Жыл бұрын

What dealership you going to?

Go for it. If I had the chance I would. I feel exactly what you're saying about bikes being life. But always consider the money side too, it's why I haven't ever tried to move because bills and security. If you go for it best of luck my friend

@theinfinitryda

5 жыл бұрын

The GorillaBiker that’s the dilemma I’m faced with also. The mortgage and other bills need to be taken care. But I feel like every successful story has a scary start.

@TheGorillaBiker

5 жыл бұрын

@@theinfinitryda yup you never gain much if you don't risk anything. I don't know your situation but if you have savings and banking is somthing you could return to if you had to then why the hell not try it man. If I wasn't in debt with no savings I would 😂

me too buddy same situation 😁😌

What did you finally decide? The downside imo is you have to work Saturday’s when everyone else is riding.

@theinfinitryda

4 жыл бұрын

Steven Rogge I’m off weekends. Check out the video I just uploaded. I think it answers some questions

What did you do?

@theinfinitryda

Жыл бұрын

I was the riding Academy Manager but I left there because it was toxic