Bike Jack
Cruiser
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 195
Likes: 2
From: O'Fallon,MO
The J&S jack is definately sturdy.....I'd seen the videos and what not.....the other day, with the whole front end off(wheel,tire,fender,forks,etc.) I climbed up on my RKC with it all the way up to try out my bar positioning......my neighbor(a Sears jack owner) was freaking out and looked like the old school fireman with the big catch tarps.....he was waiting to try and catch me and the bike......but alas, no worries!!
Novice
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 20
Likes: 0
I've seen the videos on the J&S jack on their web site. Sturdy it is and I completely agree about risking a $20k+ bike with a $130 jack.
The J&S jack has a clearance of 4 inches. If the frame on the bike is lower than 4 inches from the ground then the awesome J&S jack can't get under the bike to lift it.
If you feel the need to build ramps, use planks of wood under the tires, etc. to get the bike high enough because your are using a more expensive and higher quality jack to get under the bike then go with the jack from Harley-Davidson. The crank handle will allow you to safely bring the bike down at a controlled speed of your choosing. The videos on the J&S web site show that the jack has an abrupt drop the last few inches.
If I'm running the bike up on boards to get the frame higher off the ground then spending the cash for J&S then I'll spend a few extra dollars and go with the Harley crank to get the additional safety. After all, we're talking big bucks for a better jack to protect an expensive bike. Might as well get the full safety benefit of the crank and controlled lowering speed.
Harley jack requires straps and the J&S doesn't? I would still use the straps because when you spend this much money on a bike and a jack it's not about saving a few dollars it's about not trashing your bike. I would probably use straps on the J&S anyway just to make sure.
The J&S jack has a clearance of 4 inches. If the frame on the bike is lower than 4 inches from the ground then the awesome J&S jack can't get under the bike to lift it.
If you feel the need to build ramps, use planks of wood under the tires, etc. to get the bike high enough because your are using a more expensive and higher quality jack to get under the bike then go with the jack from Harley-Davidson. The crank handle will allow you to safely bring the bike down at a controlled speed of your choosing. The videos on the J&S web site show that the jack has an abrupt drop the last few inches.
If I'm running the bike up on boards to get the frame higher off the ground then spending the cash for J&S then I'll spend a few extra dollars and go with the Harley crank to get the additional safety. After all, we're talking big bucks for a better jack to protect an expensive bike. Might as well get the full safety benefit of the crank and controlled lowering speed.
Harley jack requires straps and the J&S doesn't? I would still use the straps because when you spend this much money on a bike and a jack it's not about saving a few dollars it's about not trashing your bike. I would probably use straps on the J&S anyway just to make sure.
Road Warrior
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,955
Likes: 7
From: The Great Northwest
BTW, ever run across any muffs on those dives? Ive heard they like to hang out around the pearls.
HAHAHA !!! Here we go again. I know everyone's been waiting on me. I LOVE THE YELLOW JACK !!! Really. It is a quality built jack that does a great job with both my Road Glide and Warrior. And no, I do not think it tops a full length jack costing $600. But for less than 2 bills, I have never seen a better quality jack. My favorite thing is how low it can go. My older jacks couldn't get under both of my lowered bikes. This one creeps to the floor.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 25,310
Likes: 2,446
From: Eastern NE
Thanks for the tip w/the Kobalt b/c I'm searching for a m/c jack & haven't fount one I like a/o yet. Will take a trip to Lowe's today.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 25,310
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From: Eastern NE
Check this video of the yellow jack http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eJk57F2XLs
Road Master
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 765
Likes: 49
From: New Jersey
I have the Craftsman yellow jack and I only use it for cleaning. For me it works just fine for what I use it for.
I do know someone with the same jack and he seems to leave his bagged Fatboy on it 24/7 because he's afraid to flat spot his tires.
I do know someone with the same jack and he seems to leave his bagged Fatboy on it 24/7 because he's afraid to flat spot his tires.
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Road Master
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 763
Likes: 1
From: North Edwards, CA
Actualy That's a GREAT Jack
Notice how hard it is for this "big dude" to push the bike around & this jack works like a "floor jack" w/the screw handle (fast drop w/weight) There's no way to swap the hydraulic jack if it fails (like the cheaper sears, HF, etc.). Don't really care for these alum models.
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