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11-18-2008, 04:07 PM | #1 |
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Motocross style bike lift - are they OK?
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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 |
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I have a stand that I use with no problems.
Allen
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11-18-2008, 05:06 PM | #3 |
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Me too!
Princess Auto has them cheap and on sale sometimes. |
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11-19-2008, 05:02 AM | #4 |
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.
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11-19-2008, 07:22 AM | #5 | |
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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.
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11-19-2008, 09:46 PM | #6 |
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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.
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11-20-2008, 01:36 AM | #7 |
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 |
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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 |
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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, 09:22 AM | #10 | |
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Most of the time I'm using it for changing tires and/or chain/break maintenance.
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11-20-2008, 09:51 AM | #11 |
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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 |
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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!
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11-20-2008, 11:55 AM | #13 |
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Mine is just a basic stand too, no lift. It also doubles as a nice stool.
Allen
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11-20-2008, 01:13 PM | #14 |
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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.
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11-20-2008, 02:55 PM | #15 | |
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I use this one from Canadian Tire, I bought it when it was half price. http://reviews.canadiantire.ca/9045/...5P/reviews.htm
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