I know that the EZ-Up Center Stand is very well liked on this forum; but I was wondering if anyone has comparison information on the Harley Chrome Center Stand? Aside from the price difference (the EZ-Up is easier on the wallet), is there a marked difference between the two?

 

EZ-Up will not lift the rear wheel off the ground for maintenance and cleaning. They say put a piece of 3/8 inch plywood under the legs and you will lift the rear wheel. The HD Center stand legs can be adjusted to lift the rear wheel off the ground. I had the HD on my 08 Ultra, and will shortly have one on my 10 Ultra limited.

 

Wingman, how easy is the HD Center Stand to use? The EZ-UP stand apparently is very easy to get the bike on and off the stand. Thanks.

 

I use the Easy-up stand and I love it. No it is not adjustable, but, it is built solid as a rock! When I want to clean the rear wheel, I just slip a little piece of 1/2 inch board under the stand and raise the bike up. Easy peasy-lemon squeezy. Plus, the Easy-up people are great to deal with and not at all like the "you owe us" Harley dealer folks.

 

I saw a guy use the HD recently and it worked great and he said that he liked it, however he said that you could not use it with the HD premium oil cooler.

 

cant say enough bout the Easyup. draws alotta inquiries when people see how easy it goes up or down

 

The HD one is adjustable, so if you've changed either the front or back rim you will need it adjustable.

 

I just installed an EZ-UP on my 2009 Ultra this weekend and so far I love it. I put a piece of 3/8 plywood under it to clean the rear wheel and check the air pressure. I also did an oil change and clutch adjustment. What an easy job with that stand. The best part is that I don't have to get off the bike to get it on the stand; its just so easy to use.

 

Could I use my J&S jack with either one of these stands? Or does the mount interfere with the use of the jack?

Thanks,

 

I can't speak for the Harley stand, but you have to remove the EZ-Up to drain the transmission. If you don't, the fluid goes everywhere.