Is a lift necessary?
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Is a lift necessary?
Hello all, I have seen quite a few posts about lifts and I was just wondering if that is something that is necessary for routine maintenance or is it used more for when you are doing mods? I dont pick up my bike till March and this is my first Harley, so I am not sure if a lift is needed for things such as oil change, etc. Thanks for the info.
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Yes, it is an aid for any project. The Harbor Freight High Lift is a great value. It will allow for sitting on a mechanics stool and having everything at eye level. Great for cleaning the rims also.
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Here's the Ultra up for the 5K service.
The run around $169 but there is always 20% off coupons and store sales.
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I bought one. The jack type. Best 50 bucks I spent on the bike. And I keep the bike up off the ground all winter with it. It helps make fluid changes a snap. Buy one. You won't regret it
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You really do not need a lift for engine oil, primary or transmission. Its tight but to me it just gets in the way. However for other stuff like checking fall away or taking off a wheel or such you will need it. Depends on what you plan on doing. I have needed mine (cheapy Harbor Freight on sale for $59.00) works fine. Check my album on what I have done. My bike is not longer under warranty and I do everything to it.
Last edited by Jackie Paper; Nov 12, 2011 at 07:41 AM.
