Detroit Moped Works

Detroit Moped Works Vintage mopeds, modern scooters, eBikes & electric motorbikes — sales, parts & service since 2014. Tue–Wed: By Appointment Only.

Walk-ins welcome Thu–Fri 11–6 & Sat 11–3:30. Closed Sun–Mon. 5407 Michigan Ave, Detroit. Detroit Moped Works is North America’s largest brick and mortar vintage moped facility. We are conveniently located at 5407 Michigan Avenue, in Southwest Detroit. This is 1.7 miles WEST of Michigan Central Train Depot and 0.6 miles EAST of the corner of Michigan and Livernois. To learn more about our business or to send us a message please visit us at https://detroitmopedworks.com/

🚨 NEW HEYBIKES ARE HEADED TO DETROIT! 🚨We’ve got a fresh batch of Heybike Official Global Account electric bikes already...
08/11/2026

🚨 NEW HEYBIKES ARE HEADED TO DETROIT! 🚨

We’ve got a fresh batch of Heybike Official Global Account electric bikes already ORDERED and on their way to Detroit Moped Works / DMWelectric.bike and you don’t have to wait for them to hit the showroom to claim yours.

⚡ Ranger S 2.0 — $1,399
⚡ Saturn Dual Battery — $1,299
⚡ Hybrid — $1,699
⚡ Mars 2.0 1000W — $999
⚡ Black Heybike Electric Dirt Bikes Account Villain — $1,399
⚡ Yozmasport IN 10 Off-Road Electric Mini Dirt Bike — $1,099

💰 PRE-BUY NOW WITH 50% DOWN
—or pay in full—

Once they arrive, we’ll assemble, inspect, adjust, and get your bike ready for pickup here at Detroit Moped Works.

These aren’t hypothetical future orders — the bikes are already ordered and headed to our store. Pre-buying lets you claim yours before it ever hits the sales floor.

📍 Detroit Moped Works
5407 Michigan Ave • Southwest Detroit
📞 (313) 502-8198
🌐 detroitmopedworks.com

Message us, call/text the shop, or stop in to reserve yours. 🛵⚡

☁️ Happy Saturday from Detroit Moped Works! 🛵⚡We’re OPEN TODAY from 11:00 AM–3:30 PM, and it’s shaping up to be one of t...
08/01/2026

☁️ Happy Saturday from Detroit Moped Works! 🛵⚡

We’re OPEN TODAY from 11:00 AM–3:30 PM, and it’s shaping up to be one of those perfect Michigan riding days—warm, dry, and comfortably cloudy. In other words… ideal weather to come take a test ride. 😎

Whether you’ve been dreaming about a vintage moped, looking for an affordable commuter scooter, considering an e-bike, or just want to browse some unique rides, we’d love to show you around. We have something for just about every budget, experience level, and riding style.

🎒 Back-to-school season is almost here, and here’s our advice: don’t wait until the week classes start.

Buying now gives you time to:
✅ Learn to ride with confidence.
✅ Properly break in your new vehicle.
✅ Practice your commute before traffic picks up.
✅ Get any adjustments handled before school starts.
✅ And most importantly… enjoy the rest of the summer instead of waiting until it’s over!

A scooter or e-bike isn’t just transportation—it’s freedom. Ride to class, ride to work, grab coffee with friends, explore Belle Isle, cruise through Corktown, Midtown, or Downtown Detroit, and make the most of the season while the weather is still beautiful.

Over the next few weeks we’ll be sharing back-to-school tips, commuter advice, comparisons between e-bikes and scooters, student-friendly transportation ideas, and a few special deals along the way. If you’ve been thinking about getting on two wheels, now’s the time.

Stop by today, say hello, check out the shop, and take a test ride. We’d love to help you find your next adventure.

📍 Detroit Moped Works
🕚 Open Today: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

🏍️ FOR SALE: Suzuki Burgman 650 – Luxury Touring Scooter 🏍️One of the more unusual machines we’ve had around Detroit Mop...
07/09/2026

🏍️ FOR SALE: Suzuki Burgman 650 – Luxury Touring Scooter 🏍️

One of the more unusual machines we’ve had around Detroit Moped Works!

We took this Burgman 650 in on trade, and after putting about 7 miles on it down Michigan Avenue, I totally understand why these bikes have such a loyal following. It’s incredibly comfortable, surprisingly fast, and just effortless to ride. If you’re looking for a highway-capable scooter that eats up miles, this is it.

This is my personal bike (clear title in my name), not a dealership sale.

The Good:
✅ Starts immediately and runs great.
✅ Smooth automatic CVT transmission.
✅ Comfortable touring seat with passenger backrest.
✅ Huge under-seat storage.
✅ Approx. 34,484 miles.
✅ Battery charged and tires set to proper PSI.
✅ Turn signals, horn, brake lights, digital dash, gauges, and speedometer all work correctly.

Known Issues:
• Headlight not working.
• Tail/running light not working.
• JBL stereo not working.
• I believe it’s likely a wiring issue, but I haven’t diagnosed it further.
• Cosmetic scratches and scuffs shown honestly in the photos.
• Flame decals can be removed if they’re not your style.

💵 $4,000 CASH buys it exactly as it sits.

OR…

💵 $5,000 if you’d rather have me troubleshoot the lighting, remove the decals if desired, and spend the time making it a more complete package.

I’d honestly prefer someone grab it for $4k and enjoy it. It’s a fantastic machine that just isn’t something I normally keep around.

🎥 Watch this listing video, then check out the POV ride video I’m posting next to see it cruising down Michigan Avenue! It really shows why these Burgmans have such a devoted following.

Message me if you’d like to come check it out or take it for a ride!

📍 Detroit, Michigan

07/09/2026

🏍️ We don’t sell many 650cc touring scooters… but this thing has been way more fun than I expected. 😅

Just a quick ride down Michigan Avenue to show this Burgman 650 doing what it was built to do—comfortably cruising.

It’s not often I get to hop off a vintage moped and onto something like this, but I have to admit… I get the appeal now. 😂

Check out our previous post for the full walk-around, pricing, and all the details. If you’re looking for an incredibly comfortable highway cruiser, this might be your next ride.

Would you tour on one of these?

🏍️💨

07/09/2026

🚨 Definitely not our usual inventory… but we couldn’t resist taking it for a rip. 😅

We just took this 2006 Suzuki Burgman 650 in on trade, and while Detroit Moped Works is known for vintage mopeds, 50cc scooters, and e-bikes, this luxury touring scooter has been a fun surprise.

After spending some time with it—including a 7-mile cruise down Michigan Avenue—we totally understand why these have such a dedicated following. It’s incredibly comfortable, surprisingly quick, and just eats up the miles.

✅ 638cc twin-cylinder engine
✅ Automatic CVT transmission
✅ 34,484 miles
✅ Huge under-seat storage
✅ Comfortable rider & passenger seating
✅ Starts immediately
✅ Runs and rides great
✅ Horn, turn signals, brake lights, speedometer, and digital dash all work properly

The only significant issues we’ve found are:
⚠️ Headlight not working
⚠️ Running/tail light not working (brake light works)
⚠️ Aftermarket JBL stereo currently not functioning

We’ve checked the obvious stuff and suspect the lighting issue is electrical, but since this isn’t our normal specialty, we’re offering it AS-IS.

💰 $4,000 CASH takes it exactly as it sits.

If you’d rather have us spend shop time troubleshooting the lighting, removing the flame decals (if desired), and putting labor into it before delivery, we’d be looking closer to the original $5,000 asking price.

🎥 Keep an eye on our page! We’ll be posting a POV ride video blasting this thing down Michigan Avenue shortly so you can hear it run, see how smoothly it accelerates, and get a better feel for what it’s like from the rider’s seat. If you’ve been curious about these Burgman 650s, you won’t want to miss that one.

Stop by the shop, check it out in person, and take it for a test ride. It’s an unusual bike for us, but it’s been a genuinely fun one to have around.

ForSale 🏍️🔥

07/09/2026

🔴🏍️ A true survivor is getting harder and harder to find. ❤️

Up for sale now at Detroit Moped Works is this beautiful Puch Magnum XK—a remarkably clean, mostly original survivor showing just 2,489 original miles.

Unlike so many Magnums that have become race builds or heavily modified customs over the past 40+ years, this one has stayed remarkably honest. And these days, that’s becoming increasingly rare.

Before offering it for sale, we took care of all the important reliability items while preserving its originality:

✅ Brand new Shinko Tires dual-sport tires & tubes
✅ New KMC Chain | USA chains
✅ New fuel petcock
✅ New fuel line & inline fuel filter
✅ Carburetor serviced
✅ Fresh NGKsparkplugs NGK spark plug
✅ Thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and road tested

It still retains the details enthusiasts love:
🧰 Original dealership tool kit in the rear trunk
📯 Original working horn
💡 Functional headlight, taillight & brake light
📈 Original VDO speedometer
🛞 Just 2,489 original miles

💲Asking Price: $2,000

Clean, original Magnum XKs have become surprisingly collectible, and similar examples have recently sold for well over $2,500 on enthusiast auction sites like Bring a Trailer .

Sure, we could probably hold out for top dollar—but we’d rather price it fairly, move it while the riding season is in full swing, and get someone out enjoying this incredible piece of moped history.

💵 Swing by with paper cash dollars, and we can probably save you a couple more bucks, too.

❤️ Let’s find this Magnum its next garage.

📍 Detroit Moped Works
5407 Michigan Ave.
Detroit, Michigan 48210

📞 Questions? Send us a message, give us a call, or better yet—stop by and see it in person before it’s gone!

❤️🇦🇹🏍️💨

07/04/2026

🇺🇸🎆 Happy Fourth of July from Detroit Moped Works! 🎆🇺🇸

We’re hanging out at the shop TODAY until 3:30 PM, and if you’re looking for something to do before the fireworks, come spend a few minutes with us! ❤️🤍💙

We’ve been way quieter than normal on social media lately, but that’s honestly because we’ve been absolutely slammed in the shop. 🔧⚙️ We’ve been building bikes, repairing customer rides, assembling new inventory, making deliveries, and helping customers—which means we’ve had a little less time to post… but a LOT more happening in person!

👀 Right now we’ve got some seriously cool machines in the showroom, including:
🛵 An incredibly clean original-owner Puch Magnum XK
💨 A sought-after 2-stroke Zuma
🏍️ A surprisingly awesome Burgman 650
🛠️ Vintage mopeds in various stages of restoration
⚡ New electric bikes from , , , and more
🛵 Our favorite lineup of , including the RX50, Rugby, Lucky, and Islander!

Even if you’re not shopping today, we’d love to see you! 😊

🥤 Grab a cold .
👕 Pick up a Detroit Moped Works or .bike T-shirt.
❄️ Cool off in the A/C.
👋 Say hello.
📸 Check out some unique bikes.
🛵 Or maybe you’ll find your next ride!

Every person who stops in, shares a post, tells a friend about us, or supports our little shop helps keep this crazy dream alive. We truly appreciate every one of you. ❤️

Have a safe, fun, and happy Fourth of July! We hope to see you before 3:30 PM! 🇺🇸🎇

📍 Detroit Moped Works
5407 Michigan Ave.
Detroit, MI 48210

⛽️ STOP FEEDING THE PUMP. 🛵💨Gas prices keep doing their thing… meanwhile scooter riders are out here parking easier, rid...
05/06/2026

⛽️ STOP FEEDING THE PUMP. 🛵💨

Gas prices keep doing their thing… meanwhile scooter riders are out here parking easier, riding more, and spending WAY less 😎

Whether you want a simple commuter, a retro cruiser, or a rugged city ripper — Wolf Brand Scooters are one of the most affordable and fun ways to get around Detroit.

✅ 70-100+ MPG
✅ Cheap insurance & registration
✅ Automatic / beginner friendly
✅ Easy parking
✅ Street legal fun

Detroit Moped Works has proudly been a longtime Wolf Brand dealer here in Southwest Detroit 👊

We fully assemble, inspect, test ride, and support the scooters we sell right here at the shop.

Current favorites:
🛵 Wolf RX50
🛵 Wolf Rugby II 150cc
🛵 Wolf Lucky 50cc
🛵 Wolf EX150 150cc

💳 Financing available
🛠 Service & parts support
📍5407 Michigan Ave Detroit

Open:
Tue–Fri 11–6
Sat 11–3:30

DM us, call the shop, or stop by and check them out in person 🔥

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Swipe through this one 😳I’ve never seen a nearly new spark plug do this. Instead of backing out normally, the threaded...
02/28/2026

Swipe through this one 😳

I’ve never seen a nearly new spark plug do this.


Instead of backing out normally, the threaded shell stayed in the head… and the top separated.

No stripped cylinder.
No cross-threading.
Just the shell bonding itself in place and deciding it wasn’t coming out with the rest of the plug.

Luckily we had the right extractor and a steady hand.
Could’ve gone way worse.

For anyone wondering — this usually happens from heat cycling + over-torque + carbon bonding the shell to the head. When you go to remove it, the crimp between the shell and the core gives up first.

Have you ever seen this happen?
Or had a random mechanical failure that made you say “how is that even possible?”

Drop it below 👇

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5407 Michigan Avenue
Detroit, MI
48210

Opening Hours

Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 3:30am

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+13135028198

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