Mike Stewart Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 Well, I think it is time for purchasing a motorcycle lift. Not one of the lifts that raise the bike just in the center, but a ramp style that can raise to 30 inches. Anyone know of a brand that works well and won't fall over when you turn your back on it? Thanks, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wick Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 I bought one from Harbor Freight. $299 from China. Has a drop panel on the rear to remove rear wheels on some bikes. I like it except for the stop plate and front wheel clamp. Advrider.com has a couple of threads on lifts. Wick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gh67 Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 hi mike, If I were to get a lift, I'd probably go with one of these that one can fold up and get out of the way. http://kendonusa.com/lift.htm I have one of their trailers, excellent quality. cheers, jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TX REDNECK (R.I.P.) Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 I like Handy lifts. Most shops use 'em, although they're quite expensive $750 to $1000 depending on what model you get. They'll out last you & you can will 'em to grandkids. http://www.thecarlsoncompany.com/handylifts/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Jaap Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 I have this Chinese thing too. Works excellent. With 2 pedals. Rise is about 70 cm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wick Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 Mine is like Jaap's only it came in red. I agree with TR that Handy has the best lift. Right now I'm on a budget so I can get a new Cafe Sport. And I went with the alternative. Plan "A" is to get a Handy later on and use the budget lift for long term projects and the Handy for everyday up and down stuff. I like the electric model. Its more expensive, though I won't need full time air. Wick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supchu5150 Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 I have two lifts, a Handy air lift and an older Italian one that is hydraulic that I got from an old Bridgestone dealership 10 years ago. Both work great. The Handy is much more sturdy for the larger bikes, well worth the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Stewart Posted December 8, 2005 Author Share Posted December 8, 2005 Thanks guys I will be going to the International bike show in San Jose on the 16th of this month(now the San Francisco show) and I know the Handy products will be there. Time to check them out. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrt Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 Handy lifts are about the best (made here in Iowa!). I have a home-made lift, and the lesson I learned from that is - make sure you have a plate that covers the entire lift. It's nice to have a flat working area. I have a piece of channel that the bike sets in, and there's not much room to set down tools or bolts. I'm going to have to weld on some plate to get that surface area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al_roethlisberger Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 I like Handy lifts. Most shops use 'em, although they're quite expensive $750 to $1000 depending on what model you get. They'll out last you & you can will 'em to grandkids. http://www.thecarlsoncompany.com/handylifts/ 69966[/snapback] ewww, very niiiiiiiice Maybe next year once we get/build the new house, and I have a real garage again. al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txrider Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 At the risk of stating the obvious- the Handilift requires a compressed air source- at least the model I have does. I was lucky enough to have bought one 10 years ago when they were in the $600-650 range. Still great value for money spent considering the heavy duty materials and construction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wick Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 Every Intl. Motorcycle Show I have been at has had the Handy people there with "Show Specials". Better take a truck and/or trailer.... Wick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve G. Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 Handy didn't have any 'show specials' this year. While I appreciate the Handy, and others with a flat style table, the one I have still makes me have to lean over across the edge of the table to get to the bike. To me, the Kendon is the one. They are making the show route as well, worth a look. Ciao, Steve G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Hagan Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 Looks like it HL by a landslide. I bought a Handy Lift so I ... uhm ... Wayne Orwig ... could work on my Guzzis. Here's the company site: http://www.handyindustries.com/shop/produc...duct=936&D=0&S= Here's a few "action" shots: http://www.kodakgallery.com/BrowsePhotos.j...rid=0&ownerid=0 Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SantaFeRider Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 I also have the Harbor Freight $ 299 slit-eyed contraption. It works very well with my heavy RT, so it should be a no-brainer with any Guzzi. For what a normal self-wrenching dude can do, it's more than adequate, both in your wallet and in function. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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