- #HANDY MOTORCYCLE LIFT UPDATE#
- #HANDY MOTORCYCLE LIFT MANUAL#
- #HANDY MOTORCYCLE LIFT FULL#
- #HANDY MOTORCYCLE LIFT PROFESSIONAL#
If I was going to have a bike long-term immobile in the air, I probably would build a wheeled bench where the bike could sit while it was being worked-upon, though 2 bikes on benches is probably more-of a luxury than I can afford to allocate space-to. I have a modest 2-car garage space, so I have to make the best-use out of it that I can. I don't put a bike up-there and leave it for months. I actually use the lift as-more of a workbench than I do a bike lift. The #1 factor for me was that it makes working on the bike much-more enjoyable. It's usually $300 sale price, which is actually a very good deal for being able to lift your bike to work-upon it. For the biker on a budget, the Harbor Freight isn't a bad deal. There are other choices out there, of-course. New, with the side extensions and the ramp extensions, you're probably not gonna see much change back from a short stack of 'Benjamin Franklins.' If you can, use a block of wood to spread the load and keep the bike more stable.Go look at a dealership and see what they use. If you do go down this route, make sure you locate the jack under the engine and not onto the exhaust downpipes or any other part of the bike.
#HANDY MOTORCYCLE LIFT UPDATE#
Not that we know of but if you make or, or know of one, let us know and we’ll update this guide.Ĭan you use a car jack to lift a motorcycle? If you want a longer ramp for a larger motorcycle but don’t want to spend big bucks then check out the Sealey MC365A which has a table length of 2200mm.ĭoes anyone make a folding motorcycle workbench? The wheelbase of a BMW R1200GS is 1507mm meaning it’ll fit but it’ll be pretty close. Our recommended buy, the Switzer is 1900mm long but the front wheel chock is set almost 250mm from the end of the bench, meaning you have around 1650mm to play with.
#HANDY MOTORCYCLE LIFT PROFESSIONAL#
The professional motorcycle benches come pretty much good to go, weigh a hell of a lot and will need a forklift or a good few hands to get it from the delivery lorry to your workshop floor. Most of them need assembly but come in a few main parts so they’re not that tricky to put together. Choosing a lift with a removable plate helps with the removal of the back wheel.Īll weights vary but you’re looking at around 130kg minimum and up to 300kg for the professional standard electric lifts.ĭo these motorcycle workbenches come assembled? Wheel removal: Lifts have front-wheel clamps to keep your bike secure when you remove the wheels. Some come with adjustable heights, but all should come with a guard or locking pin to prevent accidental lowering. Pedals: If you have a hydraulic pedal-operated lift, make sure you can secure the lever in place. Choose one with raised edges to stop any small parts rolling away. Work Surface: Opting for a wider work surface gives you more room to store your nuts and bolts while you’re working on your bike. This way, you have more control when you’re running your bike up onto the stand.
#HANDY MOTORCYCLE LIFT FULL#
Ramps: The best ramps are the full width of the bench. If you choose a wheeled lift, make sure they can be locked into place. Lifts can have solid bases complete with bolts to fix to the floor or wheels. Choosing one that is pedal-operated will give you more control as you can hold your bike to stop any movement during raising and lowering.īase: Choose a lift with a robust and sturdy base, so you have a reliable platform for your bike. Operation: There are loads of options available, including air, electrics and hydraulics. The more expensive lifts come with a higher load rating and are designed for motorcycle dealers who will be working on many different types of bikes.įor the average home mechanic, a lift with a 360kg load rating is more than enough. Most sportsbikes weigh around 210kg, a KTM Duke 390 weighs around 160kg, a BMW R1250GS around 250kg, a BMW K1600 weighs 310kg, a Honda Goldwing around 370kg and a Harley-Davidson Road Glide Ultra is one of the heaviest motorcycles and weighs around 430kg. Maximum Loadsįactor in the types of bikes you’ll need to lift and their weight.
#HANDY MOTORCYCLE LIFT MANUAL#
These benches don’t always have a manual pump override. These types of benches will also come with a foot pump.Įlectro-Hydraulic – Plugged into the mains, an electric motor drives a pump which pumps the hydraulic fluid into the struts. Manual pump – Controlled by a foot pump, you just work the pedal with your foot to raise the bench and then use another pedal to lower the bench in a controlled manner.Ĭompressed Air – You attach an airline to the ramp and use the air to operate the pump, which powers the hydraulic strut. They are almost all raised and lowered using hydraulic rams and there are three main types of lifting mechanism: Motorcycle Lift Buying Guide Lifting Mechanism
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