Groton Cycle

10/15/2026

Holy sh*t guys, this is NOT a drill!

Opus called us this morning!

Apparently, after enough of you called and made some noise, they finally got the message.

They called to let us know two things:

1. The lady in charge of processing our paperwork had “forgotten” about ours, along with about 20 other shops, for the last THREE WEEKS.
2. Someone is FINALLY supposed to be coming out next week to get our inspection machine properly registered so we can start doing inspections.

I’m not gonna lie, this whole situation has been a gift and a curse.

Between the endless paperwork, emails, phone calls, and trying to get answers, it’s left Billy doing most of the heavy lifting in the shop while I’ve been fighting to get this straightened out.

And the frustrating part? We’re coming up on the end of riding season, in our FIRST year of business, and we haven’t been able to do inspections for the last 4 months.

That’s a lot of missed business, lost income, and customers we’ve had to turn away. For a small two-man shop trying to get established, that hurts.

But you know what? We’re still here. We’re still turning wrenches. And we’re still moving forward.

To everyone who took the time to call, speak up, share our frustration, or just support us through this mess, seriously, THANK YOU. You guys helped get the ball rolling when it felt like we were getting nowhere.

Hopefully next week we can finally put this headache behind us and get back to what we actually opened this shop to do.

— Chris

10/09/2026

10/08/2026

For those who have been patiently waiting with us for our inspection machine to be back up thank you for your understanding.

It’s not that we aren’t willing, or available to inspect bikes we have been ready.

It’s been getting the DMV and Opus, the company that provides and maintains the machines to actually get ours running under the correct station numbers. And unfortunately they are taking their time.

This year has not been the “Great start” we were told we would have, in fact this year has proven a lot of things to be the opposite of what we were told they would be. But Billy and I are making this what it should have been, what we want it to be.

We have a long road ahead of addressing things that should have been done before we opened ahead of our planned schedule. And I know it sounds like a broken record but we really appreciate those who have been more than understanding.

For those of you who want someone to be angry at about not being able to have us do you inspections, contact the help desk at Opus and calmly and respectfully let them know.

Not us, because our part of it has been done since April.

-On a side note, we are going to be putting together an end of the year service package so your rides are ready in the spring.

-Chris

10/01/2026

Inspection update: as of today 10/1/2026 we are still unable to use the inspection machine. We are ready a prepared for inspections, but Opus keeps pushing back date.

We get this is frustrating for a lot of you but I can promise you it’s more frustrating for us. This has been an issue for almost two months.

I wish I had better answers, unfortunately the only answer I get is “next week”

We appreciate those who have been understanding through this ordeal.

-Chris

09/26/2026

A person has two choices when it comes to life

1. Be upset/stressed/or miserable

Or

2. Try to find the “happy” in the chaos.

Enjoy the weekend, like Billy here. Not a care the world just a dude on a tiny quad

Disclaimer: No child sized four wheelers were harmed, all stunts were preformed in a closed parking lot….probably have to say that, the state troopers were watching from across the street 😂

09/25/2026

We will be here at the shop working, but those who are going on the ride enjoy it!

09/24/2026

Inspection update: After weeks of phone calls, emails, an ungodly amount of paperwork, frustrations and loosing hope...
I finally got a phone call in reference to our inspection machine and was told they are finishing up stuff on their end so we can get the machine up next week.

Now with that said I don't have a definite day of when it will be given the green light. But once its up and going we plan to take a few days to only do inspections.

I cant express how frustrating this whole mess has been, nor can i express how grateful we are to those who were understanding enough to know this wasn't because of us or anything we did.

We are still taking preorders for shirts, which have been ordered and should have some arrive this week. (Link here https://square.link/u/26h6fmB7 )

Billy and myself hope you all have a good day, and stop in and see us!

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09/18/2026

Groton Cycle shirts are officially available for preorder!

They’ll be black, short-sleeve shirts featuring our Groton Cycle logos! Perfect for the garage, the road or to just show support!

We don’t have one in black to show off yet, but here’s our very own Bad Billy modeling one in pink!

Pricing:
• Youth through Adult XL — $25
• Adult 2XL–3XL — $30

To order send us a message, or stop by the shop with your size, and quantity. Prepayment is required to place your order.

Every preorder helps support our small, local shop. And we truly appreciate everyone who keeps Groton Cycle moving forward!

Order below!
https://square.link/u/26h6fmB7

09/18/2026

Come get your free signs!

09/16/2026

Just a heads up, Groton Cycle will be closing at 1:00 PM today.

It’s been pretty much full throttle around here since April, and today the fuel light officially came on. 😂

so we’re going to shut the doors a little early, get some actual rest, and come back tomorrow ready to work.

No dramatic story, no complaints, just recognizing when it’s time to call it a day instead of trying to squeeze another few hours out of an empty tank.

We appreciate everyone who’s kept us busy this season.

See you tomorrow.