John Maxwell, The Harley Tech, Chattahoochee Harley-Davidson Pro on Motorcycle Mechanics Institute

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) graduate John Maxwell (spr.ly/6007DAldT) shares his story about how he went from working in the food service industry to working as a professional technician at Chattahoochee Harley-Davidson (spr.ly/6004DAlei ), now Fort Benning Harley-Davidson. He shares what he learned along the way and some of the reasons that he loves his job.
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[@NorthernHDrider]

Miss your knowledge and your passion

[@johnbellizzijr.2351]

Another quality video, great to hear the past of my favorite Harley Tech!

[@RichardSmith-yv8pe]

Looking forward to more videos like this. Once I retire this is my preferred path.

[@jimfaxlanger143]

Just found your channel and loving it, thanks John

[@jlc904ubc]

Thanks. Awesome video. I am a huge fan of John Maxwell.

[@petershute3580]

Hello! John from Australia! Love your work

[@gaquanwhite1040]

I can’t wait to go. Gonna be worth it becoming a motorcycle mechanic

[@donsvideos1985]

Great video and super informative. John is an asset to the motorcycle community!

[@brian3013]

I agree 100%.

[@rockysuperstar1]

John Maxwell I am a mechanic.I do my own work on my bikes.plus i help my freinds i ride with.You have given me some good info.Keep up the good work.I

[@streetblast1]

You know a few months ago I was planning to go to bartending school now I'm getting ready to enter MMI and Avondale Arizona what a Godsmack thanks for all your info dude picture being a Pier

[@christophertaylor6866]

I just finished my application and headed to Florida soon! Cant wait! Come at me life's hurtles

[@UtiEdu]

Let us know if you have any questions, thanks!

[@rickbetts143]

So it has been a year.... How did did school go, were you able to get hired as quickly as you thought and are you making the kind of money you expected right out of school?

[@shatteredsoldier81]

Awesome, that the H-D shop I stop by at if I need something. I’m looking into MMI after retirement in 3 more years.

[@johnhoffman3598]

Big dirty thumbs up John. To be a mechanic years ago you just needed to be mechanically incline. The technology has create a job market were you have to go to school to learn any brand or manufacture and then stay on top of the latest updates. MMI sounds like it was a good choice for you. Your personality will probably take you to the sales floor just like in bar tending you’re a people person. Great Video For the school.

[@michaelpicard6792]

Great video John...

[@aaronscott260]

Im about to start at MMI in Phoenix, got mostly passed the jitters during orientation because I’m a vet and got to meet a lot of other vets. But hearing your story (being someone who doesn’t know where to start on a Harley) really helps settle in. Thank you

[@carjuncky1]

How's the housing work? Can they help mouse me and my wife??

[@lazzyrj1]

John you're the man ! Love your channel. I am not a professional motorcycle technician but I am a professional industrial maintenance mechanic. The pay is very good basically because there is a high demand for qualified technicians in this industry. I like my job but I love working on motorcycles. I have been doing major motorcycle work on the side for about 15 years now and have been considering opening my own shop . Is there possibly an advanced course for someone like me ?

[@Wooley689]

Yep, I checked in to the school years ago, had to put it off because we had a child with medical needs that was a higher priority. I still wish I could have done the school but I do not regret my decision.

[@17ultralimited69]

Love what you do and it’ll never be work 👍

[@eloyrodriguez6460]

Outstanding👍👍 you got a new subscriber.

[@caseyrider7980]

I just started at MMI I start school on the 18 of this month and it's really cool I can't wait

[@UtiEdu]

Please let us know if you need anything, thanks!

[@caseyrider7980]

@Bruiserbro Moto good I'm on my final week in moto 102

[@christophertaylor6866]

And since we want to move to Florida I want to do the Marine program too

[@davidshockey7649]

Great video, about to retire from the military of 20+ years and want to attend Motorcycle Certification and I think you sold me on the program I'm going to go with.

[@UtiEdu]

Thank you for the comment, more program details are available at mmitech.edu - thanks!

[@christinefunk4823]

How do you change the hinge spring on a 2012 Streetglide saddlebag latch? I would love to see a video as mine is broken.

[@christophertaylor6866]

I chose the Honda and kawasaki program because of there huge diversity of products

[@GrumpyWIBiker]

Great video. I was looking in to that AZ MMI. Would be kool if I was 32 years younger. $30k is a little steep even for my GI Bill to cover, but I love wrenching

[@UtiEdu]

Thank you for the comment, Wolf. Please don't forget about the Veteran 10% tuition discount, and the MMI tuition is about $22,000. Please get in touch if you have any questions!!

[@brandonmacon3317]

​@@UtiEduonly 10 percent for vets?

[@BadBlue32]

Great video, John. I’m 50, obsessed with HD, want to live this last trimester of my life doing something I enjoy. If I’m correct I thought I saw around $20K for the new HD program? WOW! If you get hired by HD, do they offer tuition reimbursement? Thx!

[@agnomymous]

Had no idea clicking on this from Google that this wasn't John's channel xD

[@rodneybarcus2233]

Hay john thanks for the idea about MMI. You might think I'm nuts but I'm retiring soon at 57 and I'm looking for something else to do that I love. Motorcycles have been in my life for 43 years so maybe I can make a little pocket money but more than that do something I enjoy. I am wondering will I be to old for this? I never have been able to sit still.

[@UtiEdu]

Hi Rodney, John touches on that in his other video, around the 8 minute mark: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKGTZ4Cnbdxra5I - Thanks!

[@nbt3663]

You're never too old to learn new tricks, despite what is said. :) Good luck!

[@roberttimmons5638]

You will be surprised at the age diversity at MMI. Young and old attend and to be really honest I found the older people was more of my crowd while going to MMI.

[@CarlosOrtega-hn1qq]

FORGET THE MMI YOU HAVE TO PAY LIKE $ 30K PLUS TOOLS AND THEN HOW YOU ARE GOING TO FIND A JOB WITHOUT EXPERIENCE ? GO TO THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND GET YOUR AIRCRAFT CERTIFICATE AND YOU WILL GET A BETTER JOB.

[@neotheseattledj]

from start to finish how long did it take you and how expensive was it ? it sounds like you got all this done in less than a year is that right ?

[@dbcmccoy]

Wow. Magician too, took rear tire off of black bike and reinstalled on a yellow one. Cool 👍

[@ObiWanDuce]

What’s the starting pay a Harley mechanic after MMI? Or any motorcycle mechanic after MMI?

[@spokes1355]

I have the big question. For some reason no one can ever answer.I have a 2011 Harley Davidson Sportster 48 with spoke rims. Factory spoke rims. The question is will a 2016 Harley Davidson 48 with the mag rims fit my 2011 without having to make any serious mods???????????

[@timnordstrom1977]

I'm really looking to start the process of becoming a motorcycle mechanic. I just started riding in February of this year and finding a local mechanic to work on my 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 is almost impossible. On top of that the nearest dealership/ service center is 4 to 6 weeks behind which tells me, in due time, there is a market for opening up shop in the future. I am looking at focusing on Suzuki, Honda, Kawasaki and Yamaha because it seems everybody nearby works on harleys and usually the first words out of their mouths are; nice bike, when are you going to buy a Harley! But outside of my MC life I just enjoy to ride and see a ton of "rice burners", so they need their upkeep and repairs also..... any info would be great

[@UtiEdu]

Hi Tim, check out our Moto program over at mmitech.edu and let us know if you have any questions!

[@jondoe8816]

John. How come i needed to re subscribe

[@user-vp6sc5ci6o]

How much would you charge to work on a 1980 sportster harley trike?

[@Harley-Charlie]

Now it’s 48 weeks! 3 weeks screamin eagle and 3 weeks early model.

[@johnmacdonald1878]

Great, I like the encouragement to go to school and get certified. Best way to go. I was an apprentice, I got sent to school as part of it. so I am time served and certified. Good apprenticeship is hard to come by, here most require pre apprentice school. A good school helps with placement. Red seal or journeyman. You can find a good job.

[@UtiEdu]

Thank you for the comment!

[@andresenriquez2889]

how much do you make bi weekly if you don't mind me asking ? I'm really thinking about doing this.

[@justcallmejoeable]

Look at you! Big time John Maxwell!

[@TheLucas2696]

What is this, a crossover episode???

[@dwheeler016]

Where did John go? This is not just an advertisement for schools.

[@jus4pd]

New York City has basically no corses for motorcycle mechanics. Mayb u know something I don’t looking for guidance I cannot travel ....

[@DynamicVlogs69]

I'm still looking for info on the price for the class for HD tech. I keep getting the run around so I'm guessing it's like $40k if nobody can just tell me straight up.

[@UtiEdu]

The HD program is 42 weeks and tuition is $19,500 - if you have other questions, pls call 1-800-834-7308, thanks!

[@thesoundpainterbkny3465]

GREAT VIDEO! I WANT TO BE THE BEST TECH IN THE WORLD!!!!

[@christophertaylor6866]

Wish this would happen faster 😪

[@alexandrsedov7447]

Hi! I from Russia! What conditions for foreigners? What price for training in the program 24 weeks? Whether accommodation is possible? Thanks!

[@joseescalona8312]

Alexandr Sedov it depends, some colleges offer a certificate. I know salt lake community college does ( thought about it ) but I’m already trying to get through a degree , maybe afterwards.

[@JustWithJosh]

Do you guys also teach for indian motorcycles

[@UtiEdu]

Thank you for the comment. We do not have an elective program specific to Indian. Thank you!

[@talkingrock7011]

I have a off subject comment for you those high carb deep fried spuds are not your friend take care of your personal health now and live longer and feel better , I do enjoy your videos

[@josevalenzuela2650]

Technician automotive Is different than motorcycle technician?

[@UtiEdu]

There is a lot of overlap, but generally speaking automotive technician and motorcycle technician are separate career paths. Thank you.

[@t2sportslivebd996]

Hello sir I am a motorcycle mechanic sir I want to work in your place help me

[@48retrop]

Very nice and informative video. One question though. Do you have to have a beard to be a motorcycle mechanic?

[@lulungangte861]

How can I join hardly division technician

[@UtiEdu]

Check out mmitech.edu for all the details, thanks!

[@Muppetfanforevah]

How often are females seen in this program? Were there any in your class? I understand motorcycles are generally more of a men's thing, and career female mechanics, I am sure are a far smaller segment of the riding populous. I just am curious if there is still a bias against female mechanics, especially with regards to getting hired after graduation. I wondered if you had any perspectives here, or knew any lady mechanics that may be able to shed some light on this subject for me.

[@UtiEdu]

There are quite a few female students and technicians in the moto world. Check out thegirlswhowrench on IG - Thank you!

[@MaddConnekRecordz]

What's cost of school

[@UtiEdu]

Hi Hector, thank you for the comment. The MMI program tuition is about $22,000 before Financial Aid and/or Scholarships. More information about funding is available at mmitech.edu thanks!

[@Ev1lmOnStErBoY]

we still work on an ass load of honda rebels

[@MaddConnekRecordz]

Why do they say UTI is a scam?

[@UtiEdu]

People also say the world is flat... can't always believe what you hear :)

[@christophertaylor6866]

When you dont anything to do annoy the pics outta them

[@xTheNameisEthan]

Idk why but this seems alot better than being an auto tech, too bad I know jack shit about motorcycles lol

[@QuadParrot-dj8rp]

I mean from what I see dude a lot of people that go there don’t know a lot about motorcycles but they still do it lol. I don’t know Jack shit about bikes lol I don’t even know all the tools but I’m still thinking about it

[@Alyssa-wg4rf]

So could a person who loves motorcycles go to MMI with very little to no knowledge about motorcycles other than riding and basic motorcycle upkeep?

[@UtiEdu]

Yes, the MMI program is designed for students with little to no prior knowledge, thanks!

[@kerryschmitt6927]

Can you sell me one of your work shirts

[@UtiEdu]

Hi Kerry, if you are looking for an MMI shirt, please reach out to the campus and ask for the student store. If you are looking for a shirt from the shop that John is working, please reach out to them directly. Thanks!

[@flyingzebra311]

Hey John love the videos and I need your help I have a video on my channel if you can watch it and help me with my 95 1200

[@kalifcm]

Years and years of apprentice work and no way to prove it? I’d like to think after that you could rebuild an engine lol? Isn’t that proof?