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Fairbanks Tire Change
- Thread starter RTRay
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Only place I'm seeing as far as independent shops is a guy in Wasilla. I used to see Trail's End BMW in Fairbanks, but when I click on their link I get this place:
www.deltapowersportsfairbanks.com
The link used to be http://outpostalaska.com/ on Karen Way.
Delta Powersports Fairbanks - New & Used Powersports Vehicles, Parts, Service, and Financing in Fairbanks, AK, Near Willow and North Pole
Delta Powersports Fairbanks sells Powersports Vehicles in Fairbanks, AK. Offering parts, service, and financing, near Nenana, Healy, Wasilla, Willow and North Pole
www.deltapowersportsfairbanks.com
The link used to be http://outpostalaska.com/ on Karen Way.
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52184
GTRider
The Yamaha dealer in Whitehorse is only 600mi from Fairbanks and has done a good job with tires for a lot of ADV travelers. They have a shade canopy out front where you can pull a wheel and handoff for tire fitment. And if you hit construction along the way, like around Destruction Bay, you’ll appreciate being on fresh rubber. I used them for a swap on the way home from Tuk.
www.yukonyamaha.com
Just a thought…
Best,
DeVern
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Just a thought…
Best,
DeVern
PGlaves
#13338
Excellent advice I think!! But I offer one word of caution. If your motorcycle has a bolt-on rear wheel - ie classic K bikes, Oilheads, and others without a through-wheel rear axle, obtain and bring with you the appropriate wheel adapter (ie: Marc Parnes or BMW factory tool) so they can balance the tire for you. Or if you are so inclined allow them to use balancing beads (which I dislike, but ...).The Yamaha dealer in Whitehorse is only 600mi from Fairbanks and has done a good job with tires for a lot of ADV travelers. They have a shade canopy out front where you can pull a wheel and handoff for tire fitment. And if you hit construction along the way, like around Destruction Bay, you’ll appreciate being on fresh rubber. I used them for a swap on the way home from Tuk.
Home Yukon Yamaha Whitehorse, YT (867) 668-2101
Looking for top quality powersports and marine equipment? Yukon Yamaha has got you covered. Visit us or give us a call today!
Just a thought…
Best,
DeVern
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akbeemer
SURVIVOR
Yes, Alaska CycleWorks is no longer in business. Try going on the Alaska subforum of ADVRider. There are people from Fairbanks that frequent that site. You may very well find someone who will receive and hold your tires, and maybe even install them as well. Be prepared to be stunned by the cost of shipping tires to Alaska.
The Outpost (BMW/HD/Polaris) in Fairbanks sells and installs tires. Northern Power Sports does as well. Any of the dealers in town may hold a set of tires for you if you put some money down. Shipping tires up there will likely cost you more than buying up there.
The Outpost (BMW/HD/Polaris) in Fairbanks sells and installs tires. Northern Power Sports does as well. Any of the dealers in town may hold a set of tires for you if you put some money down. Shipping tires up there will likely cost you more than buying up there.
PGlaves
#13338
52184
GTRider
Google, or Google maps, is your friend…
Best,
DeVern
Edit: After reading a number of Google reviews of the shop I’d suggest you research thoroughly and compare traveler reviews with the Whitehorse shop. FWIW.
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Best,
DeVern
Edit: After reading a number of Google reviews of the shop I’d suggest you research thoroughly and compare traveler reviews with the Whitehorse shop. FWIW.
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PGlaves
#13338
Oops. I thought you were looking for a place to mount some tires on a BMW.
PGlaves
#13338
Was this from the HD dealer or what?just an FYI... In the December issue of the AMA's American Motorcyclist, there is a story from a gal who rode her Pan-American to the "Farthest North" and got absolutefor service. She went over to Delta and was treated well.
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pauls1150
MOA #24991, south of Los Angeles
Quoting from her article:
"I had pre-arranged for a set of knobby tires to be shipped to the dealership, but when I arrived at the parts counter, my tires were nowhere to be found. Of course, the only tires they had in stock were street-pattern, not at all ideal for riding the mostly-dirt Dalton Highway. Then, after paying a $150 "diagnostic fee", I was told that my noisy chain that seemed to need constant attention was "just fine" and that my fuel pump, which I knew was failing, had "no issues" either. I ordered a new fuel pump just to be safe, planning to have it installed on my way back through a few days later, and bought a spare chain and sprocket too - just in case.
Beyond frustrated, I walked myself over to a small car rental company.... [skip a bit here] I drove to a different dealership (Delta Powersports) that had a proper set of knobby tires to fit my bike. I purchased these and returned to the first dealership where I waited the entire day - in vain! - for those tires not to be installed. Literally the worst customer service I have ever experienced, anywhere.
I paid the stupid diagnostic fee and then brought my bike over to Delta. They were able to squeeze me in and get my tires installed, working a bit later in the evening to get me going, thank goodness."
[skip a few paragraphs while she gets up to Prudhoe Bay and back]
"I wanted to get back to the Fairbanks dealership as soon as possible. The new fuel pump should be there, and after crossing Atigun Pass again, I knew I needed a replacement. Of course, it took them all day to finish the job."
[end quote]
This gal is not a novice by any means; she was on an official Iron Butt ride and had done a couple previously.
"I had pre-arranged for a set of knobby tires to be shipped to the dealership, but when I arrived at the parts counter, my tires were nowhere to be found. Of course, the only tires they had in stock were street-pattern, not at all ideal for riding the mostly-dirt Dalton Highway. Then, after paying a $150 "diagnostic fee", I was told that my noisy chain that seemed to need constant attention was "just fine" and that my fuel pump, which I knew was failing, had "no issues" either. I ordered a new fuel pump just to be safe, planning to have it installed on my way back through a few days later, and bought a spare chain and sprocket too - just in case.
Beyond frustrated, I walked myself over to a small car rental company.... [skip a bit here] I drove to a different dealership (Delta Powersports) that had a proper set of knobby tires to fit my bike. I purchased these and returned to the first dealership where I waited the entire day - in vain! - for those tires not to be installed. Literally the worst customer service I have ever experienced, anywhere.
I paid the stupid diagnostic fee and then brought my bike over to Delta. They were able to squeeze me in and get my tires installed, working a bit later in the evening to get me going, thank goodness."
[skip a few paragraphs while she gets up to Prudhoe Bay and back]
"I wanted to get back to the Fairbanks dealership as soon as possible. The new fuel pump should be there, and after crossing Atigun Pass again, I knew I needed a replacement. Of course, it took them all day to finish the job."
[end quote]
This gal is not a novice by any means; she was on an official Iron Butt ride and had done a couple previously.
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Just gonna put this here in case you haven't run across it...
https://forums.bmwmoa.org/threads/e...haul-road-up-to-deadhorse-prudhoe-bay.102599/
