Motocross style bike lift - are they OK?

Frog · 11-18-2008, 04:07 PM

Hi

I am thinking about getting a bike lift - the type that goes under the sump area to lift both wheels off of the ground at the same time.

Has anyone used one in a Lifan Gy5? Are they OK?

I ask as the sump guard looks flimsy!

Cheers

Frog

katoranger · 11-18-2008, 04:08 PM

I have a stand that I use with no problems.

Allen

Willys · 11-18-2008, 05:06 PM

Me too!

Princess Auto has them cheap and on sale sometimes.

DDG1976 · 11-19-2008, 05:02 AM

I flip my laundry basket upside down :oops: and lift the bike up on it. Actually works great, just a PITA to get it up on there. And it's not your average laundry basket, it's a tote from walmart. It would also probably make a good Foxworthy joke.

frostbite · 11-19-2008, 07:22 AM

I have one, they work great. A must have if you do you own maintenance. If you get one, make sure you strap the bike down while it's on the lift. Its saved me a few times.

I smell a Maritimer!

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Originally Posted by Willys

Me too!

Princess Auto has them cheap and on sale sometimes.

SpeedSouth · 11-19-2008, 09:46 PM

I use this - http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...6249_200326249

It works great for the GY5, and I've used it w/ the EX to remove the front wheel.

psheffie · 11-20-2008, 01:36 AM

Ive been using 2 cinder blocks and a 2x4. Its not easy to get the bike up but the blocks and the board were in the driveway when I moved in and I'm... frugal.

TeamCheap · 11-20-2008, 06:32 AM

I use the stand from HarborFreight and it works well.Its just a fixed height metal stand and I just rock the bike up on the side stand and then lift and slide the bike onto the bike stand.

For the more serious jobs I roll the bike up on the custom rack I made that gets it up at an easy to work on height and it is strapped securely.

It all depends on what I need to do.
If i'm working on the engine I use the rack.
If I'm adjusting/lubing the chain I use the bike stand.
If I'm working on the forks I suspend the front of the bike from the rafters in my garage.

I havnt seen any one stand/rack that does it all.(I bet its out there though)

IronFist · 11-20-2008, 08:28 AM

I'm... frugal, too :wink:
I have used a milk crate and 2x4's too. I also tied the frame to the rafters of my garage. I was always worried i'd make a newbie mistake, or a mistake from being too... frugal.

frostbite · 11-20-2008, 09:22 AM

Most of the time I'm using it for changing tires and/or chain/break maintenance.

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Originally Posted by TeamCheap

It all depends on what I need to do.
If i'm working on the engine I use the rack.
If I'm adjusting/lubing the chain I use the bike stand.
If I'm working on the forks I suspend the front of the bike from the rafters in my garage.

I havnt seen any one stand/rack that does it all.(I bet its out there though)

Willys · 11-20-2008, 09:51 AM

I use the hydraulic lift that you can get like a scissor action with the 2 open rails at the top for everything. I have seen a new style at princess Auto that lifts the bike almost 36" but looks a bit like an engine hoist in design...very spendy but looks and feels great! I'm going to get it for a Xmas present...lol I need something to get the bikes as high as possible due to bad back and neck. When I was young and stupid strong I used the milk crate or anything that would hold the wheels up. now it's mechanics and leverage. :oops:

Frog · 11-20-2008, 11:52 AM

Thanks everyone - have bought one but not tried it yet. One I have is no where near as posh as speed south's - it's a basic foot operated (non-hydralic!) one. Strap down advice is good - I have some ratchet straps thay should do the job!

Cheers

Frog

katoranger · 11-20-2008, 11:55 AM

Mine is just a basic stand too, no lift. It also doubles as a nice stool.

Allen

chinaguy · 11-20-2008, 01:13 PM

I have this one, much like SpeedSouth's. Came with straps and I think I paid around $89.

You need to strap the bike down; it can be a little wobbly.

Jim · 11-20-2008, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Willys

Princess Auto has them cheap and on sale sometimes.

I've noticed though, that like China Bikes, when buying from princess, you get what you pay for... Like a transport 70 chain that frequently snaps, or a "creaper seat" that self destructs... At least they have a good return policy...

I use this one from Canadian Tire, I bought it when it was half price.
http://reviews.canadiantire.ca/9045/...5P/reviews.htm

11-18-2008, 04:07 PM	#1
Frog Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hampshire England Posts: 191	Motocross style bike lift - are they OK? Hi I am thinking about getting a bike lift - the type that goes under the sump area to lift both wheels off of the ground at the same time. Has anyone used one in a Lifan Gy5? Are they OK? I ask as the sump guard looks flimsy! Cheers Frog
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11-18-2008, 04:08 PM	#2
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	I have a stand that I use with no problems. Allen __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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11-19-2008, 05:02 AM	#4
DDG1976 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ringgold, Ga. Posts: 410	I flip my laundry basket upside down :oops: and lift the bike up on it. Actually works great, just a PITA to get it up on there. And it's not your average laundry basket, it's a tote from walmart. It would also probably make a good Foxworthy joke. __________________ I have all of soberday to satur up!!
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11-19-2008, 09:46 PM	#6
SpeedSouth Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 710	I use this - http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...6249_200326249 It works great for the GY5, and I've used it w/ the EX to remove the front wheel. __________________ 2008 American Lifan LF200 GY-5 (930 km) - Sold 2007 Kawasaki EX250 - Sold 2006 Kawasaki EX650R - My new ride! 2005 Kawasaki EX250 - A new project
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11-20-2008, 11:55 AM	#13
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Mine is just a basic stand too, no lift. It also doubles as a nice stool. Allen __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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11-18-2008, 05:06 PM	#3
Willys Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Just north of Toronto Posts: 68	Me too! Princess Auto has them cheap and on sale sometimes.
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11-20-2008, 01:36 AM	#7
psheffie Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 10	Ive been using 2 cinder blocks and a 2x4. Its not easy to get the bike up but the blocks and the board were in the driveway when I moved in and I'm... frugal.
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11-20-2008, 06:32 AM	#8
TeamCheap Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: directly under the earths sun............NOW Posts: 2,302	I use the stand from HarborFreight and it works well.Its just a fixed height metal stand and I just rock the bike up on the side stand and then lift and slide the bike onto the bike stand. For the more serious jobs I roll the bike up on the custom rack I made that gets it up at an easy to work on height and it is strapped securely. It all depends on what I need to do. If i'm working on the engine I use the rack. If I'm adjusting/lubing the chain I use the bike stand. If I'm working on the forks I suspend the front of the bike from the rafters in my garage. I havnt seen any one stand/rack that does it all.(I bet its out there though)
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11-20-2008, 08:28 AM	#9
IronFist Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Toronto Ontario Canada Posts: 2,585	I'm... frugal, too :wink: I have used a milk crate and 2x4's too. I also tied the frame to the rafters of my garage. I was always worried i'd make a newbie mistake, or a mistake from being too... frugal.
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11-20-2008, 09:51 AM	#11
Willys Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Just north of Toronto Posts: 68	I use the hydraulic lift that you can get like a scissor action with the 2 open rails at the top for everything. I have seen a new style at princess Auto that lifts the bike almost 36" but looks a bit like an engine hoist in design...very spendy but looks and feels great! I'm going to get it for a Xmas present...lol I need something to get the bikes as high as possible due to bad back and neck. When I was young and stupid strong I used the milk crate or anything that would hold the wheels up. now it's mechanics and leverage. :oops:
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11-20-2008, 11:52 AM	#12
Frog Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hampshire England Posts: 191	Thanks everyone - have bought one but not tried it yet. One I have is no where near as posh as speed south's - it's a basic foot operated (non-hydralic!) one. Strap down advice is good - I have some ratchet straps thay should do the job! Cheers Frog
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11-20-2008, 01:13 PM	#14
chinaguy Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Central Pennsylvania Posts: 125	I have this one, much like SpeedSouth's. Came with straps and I think I paid around $89. You need to strap the bike down; it can be a little wobbly. __________________ 2008 HSUN GY 200
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