HF table lift
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Joined: Sep 2012
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From: Boston
I have one myself. Really happy with it. You'll probably get lots of comments in this thread along the lines of "You paid X for your bike and you wanna throw it on a lift that costs Y? You're crazy, buy a different lift that costs 2-10x as much!". Just keep in mind that none of these people are likely to have owned this lift.
Worst case scenario with this lift is that the clamping system kinda sucks but everyone just puts a better one on like you did and you'll probably have to replace the bottle jack sooner or later. No big deal when you consider what you're getting for the price.
Also consider getting a small scissor lift to put on the table and lift the bike at the frame so you can remove the rear drop-out plate on the table and work on the rear tire as it spins freely. Always make sure you crank down the tie downs from the bike to the table - and it's not a bad idea to set some anchors in the shop floor if you can to keep any table anchored down.
Worst case scenario with this lift is that the clamping system kinda sucks but everyone just puts a better one on like you did and you'll probably have to replace the bottle jack sooner or later. No big deal when you consider what you're getting for the price.
Also consider getting a small scissor lift to put on the table and lift the bike at the frame so you can remove the rear drop-out plate on the table and work on the rear tire as it spins freely. Always make sure you crank down the tie downs from the bike to the table - and it's not a bad idea to set some anchors in the shop floor if you can to keep any table anchored down.
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 970
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From: Philippines
I have a different brand of lift. Best money I've ever spent. Makes working on my bikes enjoyable. My lift is Air Hydraulic which is fine as long as everything is working. I like the simplicity of your set up with its foot pump.
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Joined: Mar 2012
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From: La Canada Ca
I have one myself. Really happy with it. You'll probably get lots of comments in this thread along the lines of "You paid X for your bike and you wanna throw it on a lift that costs Y? You're crazy, buy a different lift that costs 2-10x as much!". Just keep in mind that none of these people are likely to have owned this lift.
Worst case scenario with this lift is that the clamping system kinda sucks but everyone just puts a better one on like you did and you'll probably have to replace the bottle jack sooner or later. No big deal when you consider what you're getting for the price.
Also consider getting a small scissor lift to put on the table and lift the bike at the frame so you can remove the rear drop-out plate on the table and work on the rear tire as it spins freely. Always make sure you crank down the tie downs from the bike to the table - and it's not a bad idea to set some anchors in the shop floor if you can to keep any table anchored down.
Worst case scenario with this lift is that the clamping system kinda sucks but everyone just puts a better one on like you did and you'll probably have to replace the bottle jack sooner or later. No big deal when you consider what you're getting for the price.
Also consider getting a small scissor lift to put on the table and lift the bike at the frame so you can remove the rear drop-out plate on the table and work on the rear tire as it spins freely. Always make sure you crank down the tie downs from the bike to the table - and it's not a bad idea to set some anchors in the shop floor if you can to keep any table anchored down.
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Joined: May 2011
Posts: 2,283
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From: nebraska
get the black widow jack without dolly $79.99
http://www.discountramps.com/motorcy...issor-jack.htm
i have one i use on my road kinf and fxr3
Black Widow Motorcycle Center Jack Product Features:
http://www.discountramps.com/motorcy...issor-jack.htm
i have one i use on my road kinf and fxr3
Black Widow Motorcycle Center Jack Product Features:
- Steel construction
- Rubber grip mat stabilizes bike and prevents scratches
- Requires 7/8" socket wrench to raise and lower (not included)
- 3-11/16" folded height
- Extends up to 14-3/16"
- 1,100 lb Capacity
- Black powder coat finish
- Quickly jacks up motorcycle for servicing and maintenance
- Available with or without dolly
- Compact design is easy to store away and transport
- One year manufacturer's warranty
Last edited by baust55; Nov 4, 2012 at 11:05 PM.
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Joined: Mar 2007
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From: England via the US
That's pretty sweet. I've wanted one of those for so long. I am sick of crawling around on the floor when I'm working on my bike.
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