WHO IS MACHINE ALLEY?
Our Story
Machine Alley is a unique workshop and social space designed to bring together Melbourne’s motorcycle community.
Whether you’re keen to take on a full custom bike project or you’re just looking for a good crew of peeps to ride with on a Sunday, Machine Alley is here for you.
It’s a place where you can collaborate with others, learn new skills, service your daily ride, build the bike of your dreams, meet for a cruise, and basically hang out with like-minded people who all share your passion for bikes.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
A community built on greasy hands & good vibes.
Machine Alley was founded by seven friends who shared a passion for riding and wrenching on motorcycles. We come from a range of backgrounds, bringing a variety of moto and non-moto related skills to the workshop.
You'll always find one of us volunteering at the workshop, wrenching on bikes, or helping members work on their projects.
Co-Founder & Course Instructor
Alastair T.
Day Job: Product Development
Current Ride: Honda CB400
Dream Bike: All of them - every bike
Ask Me About: 3D printing, motorcycle wiring, and Baroness Moto
Likes: Tinkering with bikes
Dislikes: Taking things seriously
Co-Owner & Events Manager
Anni D.
Day Job: Software Engineer
Current Ride: Triumph T120, KLX250s
Dream Bike: Tarform Luna
Ask Me About: Gear, beginner friendly maintenance, all-year riding
Likes: Learning new stuff!
Dislikes: Green capsicum
Co-Founder & Course Instructor
Eddie E.
Day Job: eCommerce & marketing
Current Ride: Triumph Bonneville T100
Dream Bike: Custom Norvin
Ask Me About: Classic Hondas, motorcycle servicing & repairs
Likes: Bikes, Brews, and Dogs
Dislikes: Pineapple on pizzas
Co-Founder & Course Instructor
Hamish R.
Day Job: Branding & Marketing
Current Ride: CB 750
Dream Bike: Arch
Ask Me About: Body work, painting, and fabrication
Likes: Travel and a cold beer
Dislikes: Anchovies
Co-Founder & Workshop Manager
Jon H.
Day Job: Furniture Designer
Current Ride: RD350
Dream Bike: Honda RC213 V-S
Ask Me About: Classic 2-strokes, servicing & maintenance
Likes: A beautifully crafted arm chair
Dislikes: Soggy cereal
Co-Founder & Course Instructor
Tookey P.
Day Job: Pyrolysis/biochar engineer
Current Ride: Honda CT 90
Dream Bike: Benelli 900sei
Ask Me About: Welding and fabrication, motorcycle maintenance and engineering
Likes: TIG welding
Dislikes: Gasless welding
Mobile Garbage Disposal Unit
Islay The Vizsla
Day Job: Shop Mascot
Current Ride: The workshop couch
Favourite Movie: Isle of Dogs
Ask Me About: Who's a good dog?
Likes: Snacks, pats, and naps
Dislikes: Vacuum cleaners, cats, & the vet
We offer a fully equipped workshop space that’s kitted out with every tool you can imagine. From quality hand tools to the latest 18v cordless drills and angle grinders. But it doesn’t end there. We’ve got MIG and TIG welders, drill presses, cutting saws, air compressor & air tools. And if you don’t know how to use them. That’s perfectly fine because we hold regular training courses and events to help you progress.
When you’re done with the tools, you’re free to chill out in our social area, enjoy a coffee, bounce your build ideas off the team and generally share the good times.
A big part of Machine Alley is about connecting members with others who have specialist knowledge and expertise, so you’re never left with a problem you can’t solve. And we hold regular BBQs and events so members can get to know each other better. The community at Machine Alley is what it’s all about and we’d love you to be a part of it.
So come on down and say hi.