Alright, so after my old ride finally gave up the ghost – piston said goodbye, man – I knew I needed a new Rex. Thing is, I really didn’t want to get ripped off or end up with someone’s problem bike. Finding legit dealers felt like trying to find a unicorn sometimes. Here’s how I dug around.
Started simple, right? Hopped on my phone. Searched something like “Rex dealers near me.” Man, the results were all over the place! Phone numbers, weird maps, flashy ads claiming “BIGGEST STOCK!” Looked promising at first, sure. I jotted down a bunch of names in my little notebook – “Pro Cycles,” “Bikers Haven,” you know the types.
But here’s the thing: I know the web can be full of smoke and mirrors. So, next step? I hit the forums. Found a couple decent motorcycle groups online. Asked straight up: “Anyone actually bought a Rex from Pro Cycles? What’s the vibe?” The silence was kinda deafening for some places. For others, got replies like “Eh, they’re okay,” or “Haven’t tried them.” Not exactly confidence boosters. Found one guy who said “Steer clear of that place by the old highway.” Noted. Big red circle in my notebook.
Still feeling iffy, I decided boots on the ground was the only way. Grabbed my keys and hit two dealers from my initial list.
- First stop: Big, flashy showroom. Sales guy was on me like white on rice before my kickstand was even down. All smooth talk and “last one left!” pressure. Felt like buying a used car, not a serious motorcycle. Checked a bike that looked good but… engine sounded a bit rough underneath the shine, you know? Gut said no.
- Second stop: Smaller place, tucked away. Service area looked busier than the sales floor. Better sign? Mechanics actually waved. Spoke to the owner, some older dude covered in grease under his nails. He knew the Rex models inside out, wasn’t pushy, let me poke around the used lot. Showed me the service history book on one Rex they had. Actual book! With receipts! No pressure, just “Take your time.” Different vibe entirely.
Also remembered my buddy Jake mentioned a place run by some veterans near the edge of town. Checked their info – mostly through word-of-mouth, minimal web stuff. Found their spot, kinda industrial area. Met the owner, ex-mechanic. Place was clean, organized, bikes were detailed. He spent an hour walking me through different Rex options, pros and cons, didn’t try to upsell. Showed me the workshop, how they prep bikes. Felt solid.
So What Actually Points To Trust?
After trekking around, seeing the good and the awful, the trustworthy signs became clear:
- Not scared of questions. They answer them, explain things. If they get defensive, walk.
- History matters. Real service records. Proof.
- Transparent shop. If service looks messy and chaotic, how careful are they with prep?
- Word-of-mouth rules. That veteran place? Found more positive buzz about them in niche forums after I visited than the big flashy place.
- No pressure vibes. Good dealers know a solid bike sells itself. Desperate dealers push.
Ended up finding a great Rex through the veteran shop. Took legwork, ignoring the flash, listening to real riders, and trusting my gut when something smelled off. Don’t just click an ad. Go look, ask around, see the workshop floor. That’s where the real dealers live.
