Motorcycle lifts
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2010
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From: Long Island, NY
Check J&S Jacks out... Very good.. There site has videos to show their stuff...
http://www.jsjacks.com
http://www.jsjacks.com
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2011
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Just got a Craftsman.........ATV/Motor cycle lift last month for $109.00 on sale. I really like it. Lots of features.......has a special bar that locks into three different height positions and a large foot pedal to control the drop. I've not used it for anything other than fluid maintanence but it works great and I can roll it out of the way when I'm done........two cars and a Fatboy in a garage so space is a preminum.
Former Sponsor
Joined: Jan 2009
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From: Los Angeles, CA
I use the High Position Motorycle Lift from Harbor Freight. It's well built and sturdy, and lifting and lowering is a piece of cake. Only two drawbacks: You can't work on both sides of the bike at the same time and you have to be careful when the forks begin to lift the bike. I found out the hard way when I put a small dent in one of the heat shields for the exhaust.
http://youtu.be/Vjn_FGvvPHU
Drew
Road Captain
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 542
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From: New York
I have the Sears craftsman for 6 years now. No complaints. Work'd great with my Sportster and it works great with my Fatboy.
I did just buy the Harbor Frieght Wheel Chock for fluid changes. Very convenient to roll the bike up and drain away. Would love to get a table lift but my garage is not big enough "SIGH"
I did just buy the Harbor Frieght Wheel Chock for fluid changes. Very convenient to roll the bike up and drain away. Would love to get a table lift but my garage is not big enough "SIGH"
Novice
Joined: Mar 2007
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I tried the one from Harbor Freight ($130'ish... on sale for less then $100). Works great getting the bike up, but AWEFUL when it comes to lowering the bike. It is supposed to have 2 speeds for lowering. Only speed I saw was "Slam It". It just drops the bike to the ground. I took it back, tried another one... same thing! I am looking for a new one too, so I will keep an eye on this thread for sure!
Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 169
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From: Bay Area, CA
I had to replace the bottle jack on my Kobalt lift and the only thing that came close was from Harbor Freight. The jack (black) is a two speed but slow is after fast which seems backwards. It was hard and scary the first time to get used to this but it works. Try it without the bike on the lift.
I've used it a few times and lifting is great as stated. When lowering I always have another person help me as it drops very quickly and the pedal is backwards (fast then slow).
One tip is to put the lift on the right side. The sidestand on the left side helps as you stand on the right side to lift.
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,218
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From: Yakima WA
If you want a really good lift table, Direct Lift is the way to go. They have multiple options, and make a nice product. You're going to pay for them, but they're worth it.
http://www.directlift.com/MotorcycleATV-Lifts-C15.aspx
http://www.directlift.com/MotorcycleATV-Lifts-C15.aspx
Was really interested in the table but not interested in funding the dealers cost of doing business.
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Joined: Nov 2010
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From: Big Bear City, CA
For a motor change, sure. You would need the lift on the right when taking the primary apart, then move the lift to the left side so you can remove the motor from the right side.
Even then, changing sides takes just a few minutes. Awesome lift for the money
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 110
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From: Hampton, NH
I went with the "yellow" Craftsman...
http://community.craftsman.com/Craft...V-Jack-reviews
It was on sale for $179. Raises the bike easily and you can lower in control. The bike is quite stable when lifted. I liked the 1500 lb lift capacity.
I cannot believe how much easier it is to clean the bike with a lift! Of course, the next week I had to get the Napa Mechanic's Creeper Seat for polishing! But I added the beer holder and cigar ashtray.
In all seriousness, I am very happy with my Craftsman lift.
http://community.craftsman.com/Craft...V-Jack-reviews
It was on sale for $179. Raises the bike easily and you can lower in control. The bike is quite stable when lifted. I liked the 1500 lb lift capacity.
I cannot believe how much easier it is to clean the bike with a lift! Of course, the next week I had to get the Napa Mechanic's Creeper Seat for polishing! But I added the beer holder and cigar ashtray.
In all seriousness, I am very happy with my Craftsman lift.