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I've seen them over on xlforum, even some "how to" build one from a 4x6 or a couple 2x6s and some galvanized pipe. The general opinion is...meh.
I found a nice used motorcycle lift off CL for $50, and just made a cradle from scrap to hold the bike perfectly balanced. And I can use it to work on my friend's assorted bikes too.
John
Last edited by John Harper; Jan 1, 2021 at 06:49 PM.
Yep, made my own from scrap metal I had on hand, cost $0 (if the welder expense is disregarded ;-) Works well but later bought a MC jack, easier and safer to use if I don't have a helper handy when lifting the bike by myself. Too easy to drop the bike while hoisting it on a lever jack by yourself, DAMHIK ;-)
Last edited by 08xl1200r; Jan 1, 2021 at 10:03 PM.
Made one of those out of 2" pipes back in the 60's. I always put a heavy object on the end of the handle just in case. Used it up to the early 1980 and now it sitting in the corner of my garage. I now have a hydraulic M/C lift. Best thing since slice bread.
i have one of those, it works super well. not as sturdy as a proper lift, but it's easy to use and does the job. i've had my bike on it all winter so far while i've been rebuilding.
The rails may be too wide for proper placement on a Sporster. You might have to construct a "cradle" for it like I did for the same style lift, works perfectly on my bike.
The rails may be too wide for proper placement on a Sporster. You might have to construct a "cradle" for it like I did for the same style lift, works perfectly on my bike.
John
cant tell what you made it from. any more pics and maybe one with the bike on it?
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