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Old Jun 26, 2020 | 10:31 AM
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I'm looking to buy a motorcycle jack. Most of the ones I have looked at online are either complete crap, will only lift the front or rear, or have a relatively narrow lifting surface. Anyone have a recommendation for a jack to lift a 1000lb touring bike? I don't need a pro level jack, but I will be doing all of my own work to include tires, drivetrain, etc. so I want something dependable and that I can leave the bike on for extended periods of time. Thanks!
 
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Old Jun 26, 2020 | 10:36 AM
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I have been using a J&S jack for 6 years without any issues. Use both on my Dyna and Road Glide.
 
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J&S also
 
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I used a craftsman jack for many years for maintenance and storage on my touring bike. I recently got a J&S Jack and I love it. Sooo much more stable than the craftsman.
 
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Yay, another jack thread! It's been a few days...
 
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Yay, another jack thread! It's been a few days...

Really?!??! Funny how it didn't show in a forum search......
 
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OK, that said, for the upteenth time, J&S, pricey but worth every penny, and you only have to buy it once.
 
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Really?!??! Funny how it didn't show in a forum search......
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If you are doing all your own work, tires etc, you do need a pro level jack. Stay away from the cheap Chinese junk.
 
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J&S... solid...
Been using the current and previous bike for 8 years..
 
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