Sunday, October 30, 2005

Serious PR Issues at Mid-West Choppers


Galesburg, IL- from Kevin Sampier of the Journal Star-

Mid-West Choppers motorcycle shop of Galesburg filed for bankruptcy recently. Mid-West is a manufacturer of custom choppers in Galesburg. Owner Chip Miyler had been taking orders for bikes and collecting deposits on motorcycles priced from $25,000 to $50,000.

While the shop is under investigation by local authorities and the FBI, no charges have been filed. 26 complaints from customers total $840,000.

PJStar.com story link

Link to a 2004 article in motorcycle-usa.com during better times.

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