Motorcycle lift tables?

[nadda]

Hi
Looking for some feedback on motorcycle lifts.
My old knee,s are starting to suffer so looking at buying a lift for maintenance and cleaning of my bikes.
There are some on trade me that seem fairly priced would be keen to hear from anyone who has one

Cheers


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/other/auction-473291638.htm

[rustys]

Hi Anromeda.
I have had one for the last ten years and would not do without it. Got it from Trade me from a guy in Christchurch, simalar to what is on Trade Me, Very easy to operate, and load the bike onto. i drilled some holes into the platform so i can use tie downs just for a little more of the saftey aspect of holding the bike secure. Mine has two different work heights to work at. Depending what size bikes you have i see he has a slightly cheaper model which will do most motorcycles.
I can assure you now once you have one, you will have wished you had it years ago.
Russ

[unstuck]

I am toying with making something like this at the moment. I have most of the stuff I need,just need to make some room in the shed so I can get going on it.:niceone:


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[DrunkenMistake]

I wish I had the money!

I have seen old hospital beds converted into bike lifts, but I dont think they can exceed 200kgs

[nadda]

Hi Unstuck

Like your idea of making your own. I found this on the net a table made of timber looks quiet usefull...

[rustys]

PM me if you want to have a look at the lift, as i live in Waikanae also.

[nadda]

Hi Rustys

I would relly like to see a lift for real before parting with my $$$ .

A friend of mine in the UK has a handy lift made in the US that must be over 20 years old now very sturdy but also very expensive .
For just weekend use a cheaper version will be fine Im sure.

As Im a new member I am not allowed to send PMs yet but I think I can reply if you send the first one

[The Pastor]

I am looking at making one of these

http://www.bbcracing.com/old/box/

Im going to use 2 sheets of 18mm MDF - Its about $60 a sheet, so $120 total.

Seems pretty straight forward.

[Katman]

There are some on trade me that seem fairly priced would be keen to hear from anyone who has one



I bought a new one for a similar price to the one you've linked to and have had no end of trouble with the hydraulic ram leaking.

I should have known better than to buy cheap Chinese crap.

[Maha]

I am looking at making one of these

http://www.bbcracing.com/old/box/

Im going to use 2 sheets of 18mm MDF - Its about $60 a sheet, so $120 total.

Seems pretty straight forward.

You would be better off using Ply than MDF.

[Akzle]

I bought a new one for a similar price to the one you've linked to and have had no end of trouble with the hydraulic ram leaking.

I should have known better than to buy cheap Chinese crap.
yes. yes you should have!


go pnuematic, not hydraulic, at least hen if it leaks it won't make a mess... ><

[awa355]

Hi
Looking for some feedback on motorcycle lifts.
My old knee,s are starting to suffer so looking at buying a lift for maintenance and cleaning of my bikes.
There are some on trade me that seem fairly priced would be keen to hear from anyone who has one

Cheers


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/other/auction-473291638.htm


Thats a hellva lot of money. Repco has some advertised a while ago for $200. My mate has one identical to the Repco one which I've used on my 246kg cruiser. Worked well, except the cradle was a fraction narrower than the frame on my bike. Just had to make an adapter to suit. Problem with cruisers is the ground clearance. I will measure the height of a small floor jack and see if it has the clearance to slide a steel support plate between the jack plate and the bike frame.

The crowd in Paeroa make a basic leverage type lift to get the back wheel off the ground for cruisers. My problem with that, is I would need to get the bike up higher to allow the rear wheel out past the rear guard. Also my engine is lower than the frame at the front, so I couldn't use that type to get the front wheel off the ground.

There must be plenty of ideas out there.

[The Pastor]

You would be better off using Ply than MDF.

Why? I think MDF is stronger than ply? Im going to fully paint it with a non slip paint, so should be pretty OK in terms of spilling fluids on it, and its not excatly going to get rained on in my garage :D

[bogan]

I wish I had the money!

I have seen old hospital beds converted into bike lifts, but I dont think they can exceed 200kgs

That'll be fine unless you have something heavy like a hyo... :whistle:

Forget lift stands, my garage is so small I need stacking stands so I can fit more bikes in :bleh:

I looked into this a while ago, was thinking of using an air cylinder so I could just run the compressor into it, and not worry about oil leaks. Pity the cylinder was going to be over a grand :facepalm:

[The Pastor]

That'll be fine unless you have something heavy like a hyo... :whistle:

Forget lift stands, my garage is so small I need stacking stands so I can fit more bikes in :bleh:

I looked into this a while ago, was thinking of using an air cylinder so I could just run the compressor into it, and not worry about oil leaks. Pity the cylinder was going to be over a grand :facepalm:

just buy a hydraulic car / floor jack and use that to lift the bike upwards.

[jellywrestler]

Hi
Looking for some feedback on motorcycle lifts.
My old knee,s are starting to suffer so looking at buying a lift for maintenance and cleaning of my bikes.
There are some on trade me that seem fairly priced would be keen to hear from anyone who has one

Cheers


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/other/auction-473291638.htm

i had one of these don't waste your time, good for small bikes only, used it once then upgraded

[nadda]

Hi Anromeda.
I have had one for the last ten years and would not do without it. Got it from Trade me from a guy in Christchurch, simalar to what is on Trade Me, Very easy to operate, and load the bike onto. i drilled some holes into the platform so i can use tie downs just for a little more of the saftey aspect of holding the bike secure. Mine has two different work heights to work at. Depending what size bikes you have i see he has a slightly cheaper model which will do most motorcycles.
I can assure you now once you have one, you will have wished you had it years ago.
Russ

Hi All

I checked out Rustys lift and it is similar to the trade me ones but has a bigger platform 2200 long where the trade me ones are only 1800 long. Rustys one also has a completely flat table where the cheaper ones have a tapered off rear section.
I have found these for sale with Sulco Tools for about $1250. The air operated Handy lifts that seem to be the Rolls Royce of lifts are about $3500 !!!!!!! I know they are not cheap but my knees are getting buggered!!!!!

[nadda]

I am looking at making one of these

http://www.bbcracing.com/old/box/

Im going to use 2 sheets of 18mm MDF - Its about $60 a sheet, so $120 total.

Seems pretty straight forward.

These look good but not sure how I would get my FJ1200 up there safely !!!

[nadda]

i had one of these don't waste your time, good for small bikes only, used it once then upgraded

Hi Jellywrestler

May I ask what you upgraded too?

[jellywrestler]

Hi Jellywrestler

May I ask what you upgraded too?

2220 x 680 'fastlifting' I've had all sorts of bikes on it i'm in the hutt if you want to come and have a look one day pm me

[BIG DOUG]

Happened to be in the right place at the right time and scored a slightly used handy lift for $800.00 and you are right they are the best ,look at wellington mc's they have had them for 15 years or more and no problems at all.Once you get a decent lift you will wonder how you did without one.

[jellywrestler]

pretty sure this is the model you're looking at, as you can see very limited
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/other/auction-478269286.htm

[awa355]

pretty sure this is the model you're looking at, as you can see very limited
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/other/auction-478269286.htm

I wonder what length wheelbase it would take.

[nadda]

pretty sure this is the model you're looking at, as you can see very limited
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/other/auction-478269286.htm

Yep like you said pretty limited use..... I guess you could make a bigger top area but may as well get the right tool for the job.
I looked at Rustys one last week and found the same one at quality tools in Palmy.
It is the same dimensions as yours with a removable panel to drop the rear wheel out off.
Think I will save my pennies and buy one of these later in the year :niceone:

http://www.qualitytools.co.nz/wayco-motorcycle-lift-p-2018.html?sID=61249a989e67e96e625689c7f9be6a43

Cheers

[jellywrestler]

Yep like you said pretty limited use..... I guess you could make a bigger top area but may as well get the right tool for the job.
I looked at Rustys one last week and found the same one at quality tools in Palmy.
It is the same dimensions as yours with a removable panel to drop the rear wheel out off.
Think I will save my pennies and buy one of these later in the year :niceone:

http://www.qualitytools.co.nz/wayco-motorcycle-lift-p-2018.html?sID=61249a989e67e96e625689c7f9be6a43

Cheers

yep that's the one, nice working height too plenty long enough as well264163

[F5 Dave]

I went for the fixed table option. So you have to use a ramp to wheel the bike up & plonk it on a stand, no biggie.


Happened to be in the right place at the right time and scored a slightly used . . .

As I'm pretty lazy & short on time I was very lucky to pick a well made wooden bench with a galv covering up off a particularly good egg who was upgrading to a flash lifty one. (Thanks again Spyda).

I modded it a touch with a ramp bolt so the ramp slots in when you want it to (tuck it away when in use), a couple of eyelets so I can strap the rear downward (or upward to the roof).

I also got a big 5"x5" bit of wood & attached it to the front & bolted some scrap lengths of 3"x3" angle iron to make a front tyre channel. I tiedown the tyre into this & it holds everything very steady without giving the tyre a particularly hard time.

I'm so happy with the set up I can't see the point in upgrading, unless I was regularly changing bikes around on it.

[nadda]

Got bike lift today .... Certainly going to help my ageing knee,s :lol:

[F5 Dave]

certainly giving it a work out.

boy you sure like bananas:crazy:

[nadda]

certainly giving it a work out.

boy you sure like bananas:crazy:

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* * *

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Never, put your banana in the refrigerator!

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[Edbear]

I bought a new one for a similar price to the one you've linked to and have had no end of trouble with the hydraulic ram leaking.

I should have known better than to buy cheap Chinese crap.

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Hi All

I checked out Rustys lift and it is similar to the trade me ones but has a bigger platform 2200 long where the trade me ones are only 1800 long. Rustys one also has a completely flat table where the cheaper ones have a tapered off rear section.
I have found these for sale with Sulco Tools for about $1250. The air operated Handy lifts that seem to be the Rolls Royce of lifts are about $3500 !!!!!!! I know they are not cheap but my knees are getting buggered!!!!!

I am an agent for Sulco, I'll see what I can get one for, might be able to save some cash.

[Edbear]

Got bike lift today .... Certainly going to help my ageing knee,s :lol:

Guess I was a bit late to this thread. I'll still check out a price for anyone who may be interested. If anyone sees anything on the Sulco site and would like a price just let me know and I will see what I can supply it for.

[nadroj]

Sulco site: http://www.sulco.co.nz/Category?Action=View&Category_id=314

[Edbear]

Sulco site: http://www.sulco.co.nz/Category?Action=View&Category_id=314

Cool I'll get a price for all of these and hopefully be able to get back with it tomorrow. I do have some pricing on Knipex pliers and some stuff so I'll post that list later today.

Sulco can't give me a general percentage as with such a large range of products there is quite a variation in margins and I need to ask per item. But anything they have I can get from jeweller sets to four post hoists.

[Katman]

Tag: KB Whore.

[Edbear]

I've got this listing initially, see what you think. The tools are recognised quality, not cheap stuff.

Your price is in red and includes GST.

[Edbear]

Just got this through from SULCO.

Check model No. against pic. (Scroll down for pic)

[yomikey]

Does anyone have drawings or plans to make a platform lift from steel??

[geoffm]

Does anyone have drawings or plans to make a platform lift from steel??

I have the plans from AFAB in my archives somewhere if you wantum, but you can download them from http://www.google.co.nz/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=3&ved=0CFsQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ekoinstal.com%2Fskutery%2FInn e%2520AFAB_Motorcycle_Table_Lift_Plans.pdf&ei=UEUFUIXaDLCXiQf687ShCA&usg=AFQjCNGUIlLRJJLT6zu3AXcIpS8PYPqzpw

Also have a look through this thread
http://www.millerwelds.com/resources/communities/mboard/showthread.php?7522-Motorcycle-lift-table
http://www.stargis.net/webslinger/Docs/Motorcycle_Lift_assembly_Rev1K_030707.pdf
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/motorcycle-table-lifts-how-to-build-a-motorcycle-lift.html
for more ideas

[caseye]

Hey Renegade Master. Use Ply! MDF(Medium Density Fibre Board=Customwood) or Particle board will break long before ply will.
Remember to put in a good number of cross braces for extra strength.
I converted an old hydraulic hospital bed, put a ply top on it with 3"X2" sides and cross braces, it had already been modified with lowered wheels into frame for lower overall at rest height, now I can wheel/ride up my home made ramps onto my table and then pump up that baby to about 3" 1/2 feet.Then if needs be I can unlock the wheels and move/spin it around the garage.

[k1w160]

Real old thread, but, has anyone tried the Machinery House Motorcycle Lifter Table?

A stuffed back and buggered knees means I need to think about a lifter table if I'm going to keep building bikes.

Cheers

Graham

[TLDV8]

Real old thread, but, has anyone tried the Machinery House Motorcycle Lifter Table?



I have had the Hare and Forbes table for a couple of years at least (Her indoors got it for me one Christmas)
The foot activated pump works fine, they can bounce a little if you try to raise it to fast, nothing bad though and the time to full height is reasonable.
They can creep (in my experience) so the locking pin and cross bar need to be used.
The front wheel clamp works OK ( I got one of the scissor type lifters that go under the engine or frame rails also)
I still rate it after this time period.
It seems anything beyond this lifter costs a small fortune.

[RDJ]

I bought a 1500-lb-capable motorcycle lift table from Redline Lifts, when I was in the USA on assignment a few months ago. It's already lifted 450lb and 1300lb of V2 and V8 motorcycle respectively.

I have no connection or interest with them other than being a satisfied customer. Took a few months to get it shipped through to New Zealand, but it is excellent and for my money, literally as well as figuratively, worth the wait.

http://www.redlinestands.com/catalog/

The one I bought is now discontinued, but they have a lot of other excellent equipment there.

[Edbear]

If anyone wants a price of anything SULCO sells I can get you a lower price for it. I used to work for them and am still a reseller.

[bogan]

If anyone wants a price of anything SULCO sells I can get you a lower price for it. I used to work for them and am still a reseller.

What price can you get us for their bike lift?

it's $1570 ex gst in their catalogue...

I can do one for 800 through my sources. Different model which is only 400kg, but, fuck goldwing owners.

[Edbear]

It's discounted already but I will get a firm price tomorrow. Also being 680kg and comes with side extensions.

[Edbear]

Best I can do on this is $1783.75 incl.GST. So a wee bit less than the special price advertised. Considering they were $2400+GST before the special, that's a good price. Naturally freight is extra, but you could pick up from the store in Wiri.

[bogan]

Best I can do on this is $1783.75 incl.GST. So a wee bit less than the special price advertised. Considering they were $2400+GST before the special, that's a good price. Naturally freight is extra, but you could pick up from the store in Wiri.

That's only $20 off on a near 2k list item... Their catalogue says it was $1970 before, so not sure where your 2,400 comes from.

Trade pricing pisses me off most times...

[Edbear]

My apologies, I should have rechecked before posting. Previous cost was $1970+GST making it $2265.50incl. SULCO knocked $400 off down to $1570.00 Plus GST, making it $1805.50incl. My price is $1783.75 including so a further $21.75 off the inclusive price.

I did say it was already on special at a discount, but I would see what I could do. Anyone should be therefore able to see what I can do against their standard pricing. I would have been able to knock off $421.75 from their retail price. A significant sum, so if anyone does see something in their catalogue, either on or not on special, let me do a quote for you.

[bogan]

My apologies, I should have rechecked before posting. Previous cost was $1970+GST making it $2265.50incl. SULCO knocked $400 off down to $1570.00 Plus GST, making it $1805.50incl. My price is $1783.75 including so a further $21.75 off the inclusive price.

I did say it was already on special at a discount, but I would see what I could do. Anyone should be therefore able to see what I can do against their standard pricing. I would have been able to knock off $421.75 from their retail price. A significant sum, so if anyone does see something in their catalogue, either on or not on special, let me do a quote for you.

That's what pisses me off about trade pricing, a walk in off the street and some haggling could get you 10-20% any day of the week anyway. Either way, it's still well above what you'd pay for a similar lift table to do all but the heaviest bikes.

[pete-blen]

I got one of these from Topmaq a couple years ago.....
lifts the XT660 no probs...
450kgs = 990lbs more than enough for any bike I will ever own..
http://www.topmaq.co.nz/item/view/450kg-Motorcycle-Hoist?sku=AUHO2100




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[k1w160]

Just want to give a big shout out to caseye.

After a few PM's, his hospital bed / bike lifter is now in my garage.:2thumbsup

Lunch is on me when you get up this way Mark.

[caseye]

Just want to give a big shout out to caseye.

After a few PM's, his hospital bed / bike lifter is now in my garage.:2thumbsup

Lunch is on me when you get up this way Mark.

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Pleased to know you got home alright in that atrocious weather.
Just glad that you will get the use out of it, that I was no longer getting (what happens when you buy a bandit, no need for lifts) she's good if you've got the room and makes a great mobile saw stool.
Will make sure we're up there with plenty of warning mate, will be a good day I'm sure.

[Edbear]

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Pleased to know you got home alright in that atrocious weather.
Just glad that you will get the use out of it, that I was no longer getting (what happens when you buy a bandit, no need for lifts) she's good if you've got the room and makes a great mobile saw stool.
Will make sure we're up there with plenty of warning mate, will be a good day I'm sure.

Goodonyer mate!

[nzspokes]

Starting to think one of these would be bloody handy.

[Edbear]

Starting to think one of these would be bloody handy.

Sure are! Wide range of prices on them. But the SULCO one is the only one I can supply. I know that if that's the best pricing I can do they aren't making a big profit on them.

[Nda]

Yeah mate i make them out of hospital bed 200kg rating is to save there ass. iv had 400 kg riden mower one mine and it work great.. would never be with out one now days. ..

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