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Old Jun 12, 2015 | 02:27 PM
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What is Best lift to buy that doesnt cost a fortune ? An Air lift that you can drive up on and is able to support weight of an Ultra limited ?
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Old Jun 12, 2015 | 02:31 PM
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Probably the one from Harbor Freight. Just buy a better wheel chock for it. There's usually a coupon on their ads too that saves even more dough.
 
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Old Jun 12, 2015 | 03:15 PM
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Don't buy a harbor freight one. Because most everyone on here will tell you the are junk , along with there motorcycle jack. I have had both for over 8 years . Never a problem I use the jack to spin my limited around and leave it on the jack and lift no problems. I put a Condor wheel shock on the table . I move it to the trailer if I have to trailer a bike any where.
 
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Old Jun 12, 2015 | 03:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Captheath
What is Best lift to buy that doesnt cost a fortune ? An Air lift that you can drive up on and is able to support weight of an Ultra limited ?
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I have a Handy SAM with the side extensions. http://www.nhproequip.com/handy-1600...cycle-atv-lift


They are pricey but they are worth it.


If I had to give one piece of advice about buying a lift it would be this: Never buy a lift you haven't seen at a Harley dealership.


Don't go cheap!


Good Luck
 
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Old Jun 12, 2015 | 10:41 PM
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I have the harbor freight regular jack, 6 years an no problems....you can keep an eye on craigslist for a used one...I wish I had the room an jack for a lift table I'd grab this one:

http://cleveland.craigslist.org/mpo/5068261827.html

http://cleveland.craigslist.org/mpo/5065099395.html
 
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Old Jun 12, 2015 | 11:10 PM
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Harbor Freight. If it's on the lift, it's released and on the locks. Only had it about 8 months. Lack of space for a table.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2015 | 02:48 AM
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You don't define "fortune"...

To my 88 year old grandmother, that's anything over $100.

To me, it's different.

I have over $30,000 spent on my motorcycle. $1200-$1500 for the equipment to maintain it and keep it safe isn't too much.

Mine is the Atlas 1500 Hi Rise. Been using it for years, and would buy nothing less. There are others that are comparable or better that I would consider, but I'm not putting mine on anything less.





 
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Old Jun 13, 2015 | 05:34 AM
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Discount Ramps sells 2 different ones. The heavy duty (black/orange) is the one I prefer. 1500lb rating.

It comes with a 13" extended front for longer "choppers". DOSENT have to be installed.
Heavy duty wheel vise.
Rear tire drop away section for changing tires.
Also an extra table lift to raise the rear tire off the table.

All this for under $1000. I got mine for $750.
 
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Here's an interesting review from Quality Automotive Equipment on their top-3: http://www.nhproequip.com/blog/index...r-top-3-picks/

Maybe one of these will satisfy your needs...good luck!
 
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Old Jun 13, 2015 | 06:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Vernal
I have a Handy SAM with the side extensions. http://www.nhproequip.com/handy-1600...cycle-atv-lift


They are pricey but they are worth it.


If I had to give one piece of advice about buying a lift it would be this: Never buy a lift you haven't seen at a Harley dealership.


Don't go cheap!


Good Luck
I'm confused, why is the heavier model with more accessories cheaper???
http://www.nhproequip.com/pro-1200ma...-free-shipping
 
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