My travels recently took me through Hinesville GA. Right across the street from my hotel was a small Polaris dealership and custom/service motorcycle shop. So for the first time in too long, I was able to visit a new-to-me indy shop, and this one fit the bill totally. Original owner, long-time service tech, and blister-pack parts that have likely been on the walls since shortly after the shop opened.
Ken, the owner, was willing to chat, so we discussed a few different topics. As a Polaris dealer for nearly 20 years, Ken was able to confirm some things I have learned researching Polaris as a company since they have re-introduced Indian Motorcycles. Since he only sells Polaris quads, not motorcycles or snowmobiles/snowmachines (remember I was in Hinesville GA) he had a different perspective from the dealers I spoke with at the International Motorcycle Show or multi-line dealers in Southern California. Ken told how he became a Polaris dealer. Back in Desert Storm when many of the soldiers from the nearby base deployed, his maintenance, repair and customization business nearly collapsed. A hunter from the nearby area brought his Polaris quad by for repair, and Ken and his service tech at the time noticed the quality of the vehicle and ease of repair compared to other quads. He contacted Polaris, and over the next few years became a dealer. Over 20 years, he has built a well-balanced business balancing service and accessory sales with Polaris quad sales. I didn't get to ride any of the quads, but Liberty Cycles has a good selection of good looking vehicles. Of not, I want to give them credit for an outstanding deal-if you bring your wheel in and the replacement tire, they will mount and balance the new tire for $20! If you are anywhere near here, stop by and say "hello". While I haven't used them, I'd bet you could get some motorcycle maintenance completed in a timely and cost-effective manner. Hope I can throw some business their way.
Well, that's all for tonight-ride safe!
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