Vax Moto

Mirroring other reviews– great experience with Vax and the owner, Justin. Great community all around from the second you walk in. The bikes and riders are totally diverse from sport bikes and occasional scooter to harleys and choppers. Everyone I met in the time I kept my bike there was super friendly, and like someone else said, no pretension whatsoever. Sadly this was a big difference from other garage spaces I visited in Brooklyn over the years. I had 24 hour access to my bikes, which meant getting back late was no big deal. Got a key and would just run in and pop open the garage door and ride in. Even getting work done at 3am was totally okay– and a lot of time I would run into others thinking similarly. 4 motorcycle lifts, all the tools you need, and a great community of people around to ask for the occasional hand when you need it. Besides just the shop space, it’s totally normal to see people hanging out or bbqing on weekends, which is great for a lazy saturday changing the oil and messing around. Can’t recommend Vax enough. If I hadn’t moved out of NY I would absolutely still be there.

This place is the business! Called Justin regarding winter storage and he invited me to come down. A few hours later I show up at one of the most inconspicuous unpretentious motorcycle digs in NY. I was casually given a brief tour (no sales pitch) and knew I found the perfect spot for my ride to rest for the winter. Vax is the real deal! Thank you for the hospitality.

Justin is responsive and helpful. In the 3 years I’ve known him he’s always offered his advice for free and charges fairly for his services. All 5 star reviews is no surprise for this place.

Do not bring your bike here to get fixed.
I searched all over Unilocal and Google reviews to find the best possible place to trust my motorcycle with, and this was the only place that had only 5 star reviews. So, I was surprisingly dismayed when I experienced the worst customer service of my life during my long and unnecessarily painful experience with Vax Moto. Not to mention my bike is in far worse shape than when I brought it there. Every time I reached out over email, text, and phone call Justin treated me as a big annoyance instead of the paying customer I was. He repeatedly told me not to contact him… while my motorcycle was in his shop. Eventually he finished, I paid, and he said the bike was safe to drive home back to New Jersey from Brooklyn. Later I found out the bike wasn’t worked on by Justin. I made it through the Lincoln tunnel while my bike was smoking the whole time and then, my bike completely stopped. It was a miracle I was not injured that day, as I quickly was able to pull my bike over. So, not only was I treated with disrespect and disregard throughout the entire time my bike was in the shop, but I also could have lost my life or been severely injured as a direct result of their work. I am writing this review because I do not want anyone to go through the same experience as me. I aim to give perspective within these reviews that, from my experience, are all significantly misleading.

Very very impressed by Justin and Vax Moto as a whole. After calling other places and being shrugged off by multiple, jaded mechanics, I called Vax. Right from the get go Justin took the time to listen to my problem and to give me an accurate timeline and estimate. Had my chain, sprockets, brakes and odds and ends replaced in a few days for less than I expected. Save yourself time, frustration and money and go to the guys at Vax –they are absolutely phenomenal!

I won’t get into specifics, but working with Justin from Vax Moto today was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had associated with vehicles in any capacity. He was courteous and friendly, and clearly knows what he’s talking about. We can’t wait to use the space in the future and are already planning all the projects we can work on in the shop. Wish I could add another star! Thanks, Justin!

If you need a spot to store your bike, this is the only place you should look. Awesome group of people and Justin (the owner) is a great guy. He’s always willing to help out whenever he can. People with a wide range of knowledge park their bikes there but everyone is treated exactly the same. The location is great (right around the corner from a gas station) and the building is very secure so you never have to worry about storing your gear there and having it walk off. Can’t say enough great things about Vax. If you have a bike in Brooklyn, the only reason to not store your bike here is that you are anti-​social and terrified of cool people… even if that’s the case, you should consider it… It’ll do you good to be around nice folks… and seriously, eat something… you’re all skin and bones.

I bought a bike, my first one earlier this year and stumbled upon Vax on a daily ride. Went right in and introduced myself to Justin since I live in the neighborhood and instantly found what I was looking for. Community, guidance, storage. No high-​brow attitudes. Justin wasnt trying to sell me anything he simply said hey whatever you need just come on by anytime. And true to his word I started going to Vax and educating myself on motorcycles. I’ve had some upgrades done to my Moto Guzzi that Justin helped me do at a fraction of the usual exorbitant dealership price. I’m working on getting a second project bike while my Guzzi is stored at Vax for the winter. A slip and a space to work and learn is what I will get at Vax Moto since I have never worked on bikes before. The environment at Vax is what is allowing me to take this next big step and start to do basic modifications to this 2^nd winter project bike. All of this was made possible by Justin and Vax Moto which is conveniently located in downtown BK. Its a great space with good people and i’m glad I’m a part of the Vax Community.

I’m so glad 2 of my friends recommended Justin to me. He’s knowledgeable, honest and approachable. His prices are very reasonable. I’ve been to a lot of shops and Vax Moto is without a doubt the best shop in Brooklyn !

Can’t say I’ve had the pleasure of getting my bike worked on there but I will if it needs it — Justin is very accommodating and I felt good leaving my bike with him for long-​term storage. I would highly recommend looking into this business if you own a motorcycle in NYC.

If anybody would ask me a place to get their motorcycle or scooter fixed, this is the place i would recommend.
My scooter got its headlight stolen a couple of months ago and I immediately took it into Vax. It took a couple of months for the parts to get in and Justin was really cool about everything. I got it back working better than ever and everyone at Vax is super friendly and helpful and its not overcrowded like some other shops where I’ve have taken my scooter. Definitely recommend this place!

I have been checking out Vax Moto at a distance for some time now. I am the kind of person who would have a permanent slip here if it was possible. I live three hours away and it just is not practical. I visited with my collaborator and we were very fortunate to get a nice tour from Justin. Simply put, this concept is extraordinarily well thought out and really works. It is sort of communal, but technically a club. The real estate in this area is so incredibly pricey the monthly rate is a bargain. The real value is in the community it creates. Guys (and some women) who appreciate motorcycles. Justin pointedly said «We don’t discriminate here, whatever you ride is your business.» He was not kidding I saw a half dozen of bad ass choppers that hold their own against any others out there, vintage original and running bikes dating back to the 50s and everything in between. Some in various states of repair and others basically pristine.
My stop here made my day. I took the train into the city to spend the weekend, grabbed the F train out of Grand Central, it was that easy. If you like bikes and live commutable by the subway. It really would be great to consider. I often say, I don’t like to give 5 Stars etc… In this case, I wish I had another to tag on.

VAX is just about everything I got into motorcycles for. This place is perfect for anyone who needs a spot to work on their bike, build one from the ground up, or just have a secure place to store it.
I came across VAX when I ended up with a non running ’79 Suzuki from a guy’s back yard. Fortunately for me the bike was sitting just a mile or two from the shop but after taking it there and being around the place for the few months it took me to rebuild the bike I would gladly truck a bike across several counties knowing I will have everything I need at VAX.
Justin has a great attitude and loves bikes. The community coming in and out of the place is a walking encyclopedia of motorcycle knowledge and experience with no BS attitude. The shop has just about every tool, welder, and blaster you could ask for as well as a tire changing station and 3 bike lifts. 24 hour access with security cameras and a high powered alarm system.
I just rolled the Suzuki out and I’m already excited for the next bike I’ll be chopping at VAX!

This place has been on my radar for quite sometime, and now I have finally began parking my bike here. What isn’t there to say about this place. You get your own personal slip and storage shelf with plenty of elbow room, great security & access for members, top notch work area with 3 lifts, and most importantly, a great community with superb moto culture. My brother lives upstate and wrenches on his 93 Mustang in his own personal garage, and he was nothing short of impressed and a little jealous by the operation at Vax Moto, as are all of my guests. The collection of bikes is inspiring as is the environment of the entire garage. Check it.

Visited this place with a friend who wrenches on his bike here. Damn I wish we had one of these in Denver!

I dont even know where to start… Vax Moto has EVERYTHING you need to build a bike from the ground up. 3 hydraulic lifts, sand blaster, welder, drill press, a virtual «home-​depot» of tools and enough space to play an arena football game. ²⁴⁄₇ Video monitored, secured key card access, leather sofas, pool table, fooseball table, fridge (stocked w/​water, sometimes beer) bathroom, and enough outlets to host a laser light show.
and its cheaper than any other place in the city. 3 blocks off 278 it is the only place to store or work on your bike. There is a mechanic on call for those problems you cant solve, but this is primarily a bike shop for the novice or gear head and all feel right at home. If your storing or working on your bike ANYWHERE else, your not getting your moneys worth…

VAX Moto — guy-​owned and guy-​populated, but very woman-​friendly. Never for one minute have I felt «less than» because I am a woman, and of a certain age at that.
Justin and his team are warm, helpful, and honest. I am a beginner, and Justin helped me find the right bike for me (a vintage 1974 Honda) and has been very generous with advice.
The 24-​hour garage is very secure and safe, spacious, clean and well-​run. I love it!

Working on a bike here is like owning your own shop with every tool that you could ever need. The bead blaster alone makes this place worth twice it’s rent. easy to get to, and super well set up. Lots of fun to have your bike there too, tons of people coming in with all kinds of different bikes and none of the Brooklyn rich-​boy attitude. hopefully this place starts a trend.

I just started parking my bike at VAX moto. The best place in Brooklyn hands down. I never want to go home. Full workshop access to tools, 3 lifts and more room than I can ever need. Great vibe, the people there are great and no attitude. If you have a motorcycle do yourself a favor and get your ass down there. Pool table and foosball in back. Can’t go wrong