Will AI replace motorcycle mechanics?AI replacement risk 24% and how the work is changing

United States Manufacturing & Repair Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$48,580
25th–75th pct. $39,550–$61,510
Top pay (est.)
$96,700
Top 10% $74,400
Pay in 5 years
$56,600est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$65,900est.
$56,700–$76,500
Outlook score
55/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
24%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
+2.1%
1,400 openings / yr

Will AI replace Motorcycle Mechanics? AI replacement risk

24%
Low
Ranked #169 safest from AI among all U.S. occupations
Very lowLowModerateHighVery high

How AI is changing this job

A written analysis for this occupation is being prepared.

AI replacement risk compares the parts of a job that are easy to hand to AI or software (processing information, documentation, repetitive computer work) with the parts that are hard to automate (physical work, working closely with people, judgment in unpredictable settings), using O*NET work activities, work context, skills and knowledge. The result is a relative position among all occupations in the country, scaled to 0–100%. Methodology →

Skills, education and requirements for Motorcycle Mechanics

Key skills

Troubleshooting
3.9
Repairing
3.8
Equipment Maintenance
3.4
Critical Thinking
3.1
Active Learning
3.1
Service Orientation
3.0
Coordination
3.0
Complex Problem Solving
3.0

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Mechanical
6.4
Computers and Electronics
3.6
English Language
3.5
Mathematics
3.3
Education and Training
3.3
Customer and Personal Service
3.3
Physics
2.8
Production and Processing
2.4

What the work involves

Handling and Moving ObjectsRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeControlling Machines and ProcessesOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkPerforming General Physical ActivitiesMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsOperating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment

Important abilities

VisualizationNear VisionFinger DexterityControl PrecisionManual DexterityOral Comprehension

Education of workers

High school diploma
26%
Bachelor's degree
9%
Associate's degree
4%
Professional degree
1%

Training before entry

1–2 years
15%
3–6 months
14%
2–4 years
12%
6–12 months
8%

Related work experience

1–2 years
30%
4–6 years
27%
2–4 years
24%
1–3 months
9%
None
5%
8–10 years
4%
6–8 years
1%

Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★★☆☆ Moderate (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.