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Old Sep 18, 2013 | 10:35 PM
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Originally Posted by QC
You stand a better chance of getting all the oil out of the tank if the bike is upright. Stack some 2 X 4s under it to get it more upright if you don't have a lift. Just an idea.
Never crossed my mind to use 2x4s. I'm going to do that next oil change.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2013 | 10:39 PM
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If you love to display your bike get a center stand. Easier to clean/service left side, easier to change fluids, don't have worry about lift. Adjusting shocks is easy. Something to consider.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2013 | 10:45 PM
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The extra, just remember to put the bike in gear after, it rolls off the stand really easy.
 
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