opening up a three wheeler shop

[atcchicky]

hi i am thinking of opening a three wheeler/ four wheeler parts and whole sale machine shop locally the only thing is i have no idea what i need to start this up so far i have a big place to rent, a couple of applications to become a parts dealer, a bunch of used parts and a bunch of bikes and some start up money. i have no idea what taxes ill have to pay what type of lisence ill need ect... anyone have any ideas. thanks

[BigGreenMachine]

As long as there is a market for it chicky you should be alright. I always thought building trick trike parts like swingarms, hubs, fiberglass number plates and fenders, and custom frames would be a cool and worthwhile pastime/hobbyjob but even with all the ATC freaks out there I think you would be hard pressed to make a go of it.

[Fox250R]

All i can say is good luck lol.......

[crackshot]

You better have $150,000 (minimum) seed capitol to begin with.

[atcchicky]

As long as there is a market for it chicky you should be alright. I always thought building trick trike parts like swingarms, hubs, fiberglass number plates and fenders, and custom frames would be a cool and worthwhile pastime/hobbyjob but even with all the ATC freaks out there I think you would be hard pressed to make a go of it.
its not just three wheelers it will be four wheelers and snowmobiles to.

[atcchicky]

As long as there is a market for it chicky you should be alright. I always thought building trick trike parts like swingarms, hubs, fiberglass number plates and fenders, and custom frames would be a cool and worthwhile pastime/hobbyjob but even with all the ATC freaks out there I think you would be hard pressed to make a go of it.
its not just three wheelers it will be four wheelers and snowmobiles to.

[Bryan Raffa]

your going to need a repair shop and dealers lisence if your going to sell wheelers and repair them for the public. dont forget insurance.

[Lomax]

You better have $150,000 (minimum) seed capitol to begin with.

I started my shop with less than 50K. Its worth 3 times that no and my 2 years open date was yesterday. I am also no longer renting, I own my business in a totally new location. It takes the Will and drive more than anything.
You have to spend you money wise. As much as I hate to say this, most of your money will be in quads. Make sure to stock Brakes, Bearings, Oil Filters, Spark Plugs. Those are my #1 items. Most people rig there machine out at the dealership when they buy them so when someone comes to you (or me anyway) they are after hard parts. I consider hard parts something that goes behind the counter. I am going to PM you the name of parts distributors that you can talk with.
-Will

[dreadhed]

I am in the same process. I all ready have a Corp. that I can use. I all ready have one business(very small). I just need to get a DBA so I can have it operating under another name. You the 2 things bryan said. I would also recomend getting Incorpated. It can protect you if you ever get in a law suite. I would go with a S corp. All so make sure you follow all your state laws. I will share any info I get with you & keep you posted as to the steps I have to go through. Hope you will might do the same.

[grundlegrabber]

Each state and municipality has their own laws and ordinances regarding setting up a business. You will need a plan, and the first step would be to find a location to operate from. Make sure the location you choose suits your needs and allows for growth. It needs to be zoned properly or you will have trouble with big brother. Also, make sure that if you enter into a lease on a property, that the property will be available for a long time to come. Sometimes a landlord will decide to sell a property or lease it to someone else, effectively shutting you down. Start small, work hard, if you build it they will come! Good luck!

[250r'en +TCB]

During your stores grand opening, do you think you could have a BIG sale on HRC Short track kits and hondaline speedos??? hahaha
It would be sweet go for it I say!!!!!!!!!