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Old 12-07-2023, 10:39 AM
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In my area, Harbor Freight has their motorcycle lift on sale for $449.99. I bought mine last year and it's the best money that I've ever spent for a tool. Paired with a shop stool, it saves the hell out of my back.

Just thought that I'd pass the info on.
 
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I added this to the purchase as well when I bought mine years ago. Slight leak at the pump now, but I know what I have to do to fix it...........

https://www.harborfreight.com/1800-l...ock-61670.html
 
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I added this to the purchase as well when I bought mine years ago. Slight leak at the pump now, but I know what I have to do to fix it...........

https://www.harborfreight.com/1800-l...ock-61670.html
I had originally bought that same wheel chock. But my 18' Fatboy's front tire was too wide so I sold it to my neighbor.
I use a MaxxHaul 80077 Standard Motorcycle Wheel Chock with Pivoting Cradle now. Designed to accommodate bike tires from 14" to 21" diameter and 3-1/8" to 9" wide. But noticed today that when in position, the tire pivot hits the bottom of the fender of my 17' RGS. Looks like I'll have to cut and smooth the pivot so that it doesn't touch the fender.
 
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Buying tools at HF is hit and miss.
 
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HF lift worked fine for my old FXR if I braced the corners. Way too flimsy for my Roadglide. Sold the FXR a few years ago. Gave the HF lift away. Only need to get the Roadglide a foot or so off the ground to do anything I need done.
I've taken a short nap on the creeper once or twice
 
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A lift is useful for many thing. My J&S jack does what I desire and stows away nicely when not in use.
 
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HF tables are one of those debated topics. Using friends table. Mixed feeling. Not the easiest to do by yourself, also with extensions, it can be far from you. Working on front end you can't turn the wheel to get at things.

actually I think i would like a jack that just went higher. Not sure I am really in a rush to get one. But I am sure I will at some point for height,
 
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I love my lift. I made some side panels out of HF ramps and 3/4 black pipe.


 
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Did something similar, but with 2x6's.......



 
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I wish I had the room.
But honestly, I can do everything I need to do using a jack and a rolling stool.
 


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