Bike lift - Pit stands for big cruisers

[johnnyflash]

Anyone come across a pit stand / Bike lift that will deal with the heavier bikes, eg, Boulevard c90T over 320kgs, something that will lift the whole bike off the ground, ie wheels free..... no good putting a normal a-frame type under back and front as it has nothing to attach to on drive side..

[ZeroIndex]

See: Hydraulic jack for use on cars :killingme
<img src=http://www.zoair.com/images1/hydraulic-jack-inspection-and-OSHA-certification.jpg>

[Waylander]

See: Hydraulic jack for use on cars :killingme

I sometimes wonder why no one has punched you yet.



You might consider one of these Johnny...

http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-lift/bike-lift/
http://www.bike-lift.com/Frames/LiftingHarleys.htm
http://www.worldofpower.co.uk/acatalog/Motorcycle_Hydraulic_Lift.html

[ZeroIndex]

I sometimes wonder why no one has punched you yet.



You might consider one of these Johnny...

http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-lift/bike-lift/
http://www.bike-lift.com/Frames/LiftingHarleys.htm

Cause in all honesty, I am funny... lighten up Mr Waylander... you'll have your bike back soon :)

[Waylander]

Cause in all honesty, I am funny... lighten up Mr Waylander... you'll have your bike back soon :)
You might think you're funny, and I SOMETIMES might think your funny, but someone who doesn't know you and then you crack a joke that is a bit insultingwhen they are trying to get help might react differently.

[cowpoos]

You might think you're funny, and I SOMETIMES might think your funny, but someone who doesn't know you and then you crack a joke that is a bit insultingwhen they are trying to get help might react differently.
GO BACK TO CANADA!!!

[ZeroIndex]

You might think you're funny, and I SOMETIMES might think your funny, but someone who doesn't know you and then you crack a joke that is a bit insultingwhen they are trying to get help might react differently.

In a way, yes, I was being serious... When I need to jack up my bike when lubing the chain etc, I use the scissor jack from my mom's car... what's wrong with a hydraulic jack?

[Waylander]

In a way, yes, I was being serious... When I need to jack up my bike when lubing the chain etc, I use the scissor jack from my mom's car... what's wrong with a hydraulic jack?
Stability for one thing. I think he might care if his bike falls off of it, just a little bit, don't you?
Also, you're not really supposed to have those kinds of jacks hold the car up for very long. That's what these (http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/911_1974_heat_xchangers/Fig4.jpg) are for.

[Biggles2000]

Hi
Got a topmag bike jack for $150. It lifts my 340kg HD just fine.

[johnnyflash]

I sometimes wonder why no one has punched you yet.


You might consider one of these Johnny...

http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-lift/bike-lift/
http://www.bike-lift.com/Frames/LiftingHarleys.htm
http://www.worldofpower.co.uk/acatalog/Motorcycle_Hydraulic_Lift.html

Thanks Waylander, I am aware of some of the foreign versions, but am wondering if anyone here has one of these, and can report on performance, and preferably if a locally available version is available.. Ive looked at Frosty's version but dont think it would handle it..


In a way, yes, I was being serious... When I need to jack up my bike when lubing the chain etc, I use the scissor jack from my mom's car... what's wrong with a hydraulic jack?

That might work for you ZeroIndex but with over 320ks and a Long Wide bike I dont think I want to be sitting beside it when it decides to leave the premises on its own accord ;-)..:sick:

[johnnyflash]

Hi
Got a topmag bike jack for $150. It lifts my 340kg HD just fine.

Hi Biggles2000, that sounds like it handles the job, just did a google on topmag bike jack without anything sensible coming up, any idea to source or where I could see a pici of one..

[Titanium]

Try Anderson Stands ...

http://www.andersonstands.com

Here in Australia, excellent service well priced, will ship to NZ GST free, 7 days max.

I purchased my K1200S stand of them last year.

They will see you right.

Regards

Peter

[FROSTY]

A few years back the workshop I worked in we made up a stand for big bikes. It was made up from 2 car jacks joined together --worked a treat

[Biggles2000]

Hi

The one I brought was the same as this: http://www.topmaq.co.nz/product_detail.aspx?id=AUHO2000
however give this guy a call and see what he will do it for ca$h;
http://www.shineraymotorcycles.co.nz/66751.htm

I had a similar problem, it was a pain to wash the wee beastie without a service stand.
Phill

[X-Ryder]

Hey johnny
You could go for something a bit cheaper from the states, these guys are real quick on delivery. And the reports I have seen say this is a good lift.
http://www.xtremerevolution.com/Store/showproduct.aspx?siteid=1&productid=1040&gvid=2643

BUT this is what I use in the workshop for wheels off work. from Trade Quip in East Tamaki http://www.tradequip.co.nz/products.asp?code=TQ2043 awsome lift, the big cruisers sit rock solid on them once fully lifted and sitting on its lock pin. For wheels on work I use a air lift bench.

Good luck on your hunt. :rockon:

[johnnyflash]

Try Anderson Stands ...

http://www.andersonstands.com

Here in Australia, excellent service well priced, will ship to NZ GST free, 7 days max.

I purchased my K1200S stand of them last year.

They will see you right.

Regards

Peter

Thanks Peter, Ill do some research on that one too..


A few years back the workshop I worked in we made up a stand for big bikes. It was made up from 2 car jacks joined together --worked a treat

Now Frosty thats something I hadnt thought of, not a silly idea at all... Cheers.


Hi

The one I brought was the same as this: http://www.topmaq.co.nz/product_detail.aspx?id=AUHO2000
however give this guy a call and see what he will do it for ca$h;
http://www.shineraymotorcycles.co.nz/66751.htm

I had a similar problem, it was a pain to wash the wee beastie without a service stand.
Phill

Cool, a NZ local, Ill have a peep at those also.. thanks Phil.. hell Im going to be busy for a day or two sussing out the options, bloody marvelous..



Hey johnny
You could go for something a bit cheaper from the states, these guys are real quick on delivery. And the reports I have seen say this is a good lift.
http://www.xtremerevolution.com/Store/showproduct.aspx?siteid=1&productid=1040&gvid=2643

BUT this is what I use in the workshop for wheels off work. from Trade Quip in East Tamaki http://www.tradequip.co.nz/products.asp?code=TQ2043 awsome lift, the big cruisers sit rock solid on them once fully lifted and sitting on its lock pin. For wheels on work I use a air lift bench.

Good luck on your hunt. :rockon:

The wonders of the net eh X-Ryder, instant info :-) Im always keen to talk to people with personal experience of these sort of things, its a bummer getting something in, only to find it doesnt live up to expectations...