Bike lift - Pit stands for big cruisers

**johnnyflash** · 13th June 2007, 19:02

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** · 13th June 2007, 19:27

See: Hydraulic jack for use on cars

**Waylander** · 13th June 2007, 19:51

Originally Posted by ZeroIndex

See: Hydraulic jack for use on cars

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/acatal...ulic_Lift.html

**ZeroIndex** · 13th June 2007, 19:53

Originally Posted by Waylander

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** · 13th June 2007, 19:56

Originally Posted by ZeroIndex

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** · 13th June 2007, 20:11

Originally Posted by Waylander

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** · 13th June 2007, 20:18

Originally Posted by Waylander

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** · 13th June 2007, 20:24

Originally Posted by ZeroIndex

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 are for.

**Biggles2000** · 13th June 2007, 20:33

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

**johnnyflash** · 13th June 2007, 20:56

Originally Posted by Waylander

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/acatal...ulic_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..

Originally Posted by ZeroIndex

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 ;-)..

**johnnyflash** · 13th June 2007, 21:00

Originally Posted by Biggles2000

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** · 13th June 2007, 21:25

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:Me** · 13th June 2007, 21:38

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** · 13th June 2007, 22:12

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** · 13th June 2007, 22:14

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/Stor...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.