lift tables

[N0tac0p]

OK,  if i was to get a lift table, what one is tops and why?  what should'nt i buy for a table or accessory?  any thoughts would be greatly appreciated

[Black Dog]

Been saving my $$$ for this one...

http://www.completehydraulic.com/lifts-motorcycle-tcmlw.html

Lots of features, and great price for what you get. 

Black Dog

[BF]

I like the Titan lifts.  I just don't have room for a table lift.  Instead, I've been looking at this one...just haven't pulled the trigger yet....but I most likely will at some point. 

http://www.valkyrieforum.com/bbs/index.php/topic,70828.msg690803.html#msg690803

[GPz1100]

i have a heavy duty table lift. i bought the optional sides for an atv and the front wheel clamp. it's great

[Westsider]

I have a Derek weaver TX 1000 My space is small so the bad part is I have to park on it everyday usually, but its  worth it to me , You have to get the black-max scissor lift to accompany it for tire changes, the drop out panel makes rear tire off and on super easy. It is nice removing wheels, and everything else,  rolling around in a office chair!   I just ended up with this model by watching Craig's list in my area, but I would not get one without the drop out panel.

[Momz]

Not a pro mechanic so the $299 HF lift table works just fine in my 2 car garage. It is narrow enough to work around in my motorcycle filled garage. Yes a better lift table would be nice but one needs to weigh cost versus usage requirements. I'd love to have a complete set of "Snap-on" tools, but I'm on a "Craftsman" budget.

I did modify my HF lift table by putting 5/8" hooks in the front. I use "Ancra" Tie Down Loops around the lower triple clamps and good ratcheting straps to keep the bike steady. No problems and a very useful tool for the price.

[jimmytee]

I bought the Harbor Freight. Added one of their wheel chocks for $29. Lift works great. Yes , could've spent a lot more money for a Titan or something, but this works for me.

[Momz]

I bought the Harbor Freight. Added one of their wheel chocks for $29. Lift works great. Yes , could've spent a lot more money for a Titan or something, but this works for me.

Do you ever use tie down straps or does the wheel chock keep it stable enough?

[jimmytee]

The wheel chock will hold the bike by itself, but I won't trust it by itself. I add straps as well.It's hard to see in the photo, but the bike is strapped down from either side on the engine guards.

[Tx Bohemian]

Not a pro mechanic so the $299 HF lift table works just fine...

Same here.

 

Yes a better lift table would be nice but one needs to weigh cost versus usage requirements. I'd love to have a complete set of "Snap-on" tools, but I'm on a "Craftsman" budget.

I agreed to this too!

I did modify my HF lift table by putting 5/8" hooks in the front. I use "Ancra" Tie Down Loops around the lower triple clamps and good ratcheting straps to keep the bike steady. No problems and a very useful tool for the price.

I tie mine down too for added safety.  Being the manual "foot operated" type I installed the "clamp" from the "air assisted" table (thought the one that came with it originally was too wimpy) and I also added different tie down U-bolts for different positioning of the bike or other bikes.
(I've backed my bike on it in order to lift the front to work on/replace forks, triple trees, etc...)

I also made a larger, removable tabletop out of 3/4" plywood for my riding mower to fit on.  So now I have a portable, height adjustable work table (which right now is full of Xmas decorations and lites that need attention).

[BigM]

ok, bought the harbour freight lift table. First thing I will prob. have to anchor it to the floor. Wanted to slide even with the stops down.
 second. I pulled my wing on it and damn. Table is not wide enough for the kickstand to go down. So here I am holding the bike what to do. Do I finnigle the bike over on the table enough to have room for the kickstand to sit. So the bike is not centered on the table.
 Well then I go to roll it off and my skid plate hangs on the ramp edge. So now I have to redesign the ramp lift. Before i can get the bike off or take the skid plate off.
 BUT, Once i got the bike on. I pondered and thought. WHAT good is it to have the bike on a lift table.
My jack wont fit on the table to use to raise the bike to take wheels off. I prob. wasted my money. I still prefer my jack and adapter. will have to to remove wheels. Table bout useless. 
Maybe somebody can enlighten me.

[BF]

Once a bike is up on a lift table, a lot of people use one of these to lift it while it's up on the table lift....

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Drag-Specialties-Center-Jack-Bike-Stand-Lift-4110-0048-/361084199730?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item54124ba332&vxp=mtr

Then again.....

http://lifts-and-stands.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sH6CDeyXLu0	powered by Aeva

[Firefighter]

Can you put the Valk on a lift table by yourself or does someone else have to tighten the front wheel clamp? I am nearly always by myself.  Firefighter

[Valker]

Most folks who load their bikes alone use a "wheel chock" which you drive the front wheel into, it 'captures' the front wheel and holds the bike upright.

[jimmytee]

ok, bought the harbour freight lift table. First thing I will prob. have to anchor it to the floor. Wanted to slide even with the stops down.
 second. I pulled my wing on it and damn. Table is not wide enough for the kickstand to go down. So here I am holding the bike what to do. Do I finnigle the bike over on the table enough to have room for the kickstand to sit. So the bike is not centered on the table.
 Well then I go to roll it off and my skid plate hangs on the ramp edge. So now I have to redesign the ramp lift. Before i can get the bike off or take the skid plate off.
 BUT, Once i got the bike on. I pondered and thought. WHAT good is it to have the bike on a lift table.
My jack wont fit on the table to use to raise the bike to take wheels off. I prob. wasted my money. I still prefer my jack and adapter. will have to to remove wheels. Table bout useless. 
Maybe somebody can enlighten me.

If you look at my above picture, you will see that I installed one of Harbor Freight's other wheel chocks. It cost me $29. I knew from reading reviews ahead of time that the clamp thingy that comes with the lift is useless and that I should save myself the aggravation of a repeated trip by purchasing at the same time. Also, that you needed to buy a quart of jack oil. Make sure you read the directions. As far as the table moving, I use a rubber strip to act as a wheel chock that aids in keeping the lift from sliding while putting the bike onto it.  With the wheel chock I used, once the front wheel is in the chock, the bike will stay upright on it's own, allowing you to then add straps at your leisure for safety. I like the lift and it works great for me.

[jimmytee]

Oh, and I have used an aluminum  low profile jack , that I bought from Harbor Freight a couple of years ago, to lift the bike on the stand. Remember you also have the door/panel in the bottom that comes out to allow lowering a wheel that way.

[BigM]

ok.  They have two. I suppose it is this one called self locking wheel chock. Is 39.00
http://www.harborfreight.com/self-locking-motorcycle-wheel-chock-60392.html

[BF]

ok.  They have two. I suppose it is this one called self locking wheel chock. Is 39.00
http://www.harborfreight.com/self-locking-motorcycle-wheel-chock-60392.html

Actually, I've seen both of those used with Valkyries.  I can post a pic later this evening.

[wingrider02]

ok.  They have two. I suppose it is this one called self locking wheel chock. Is 39.00
http://www.harborfreight.com/self-locking-motorcycle-wheel-chock-60392.html

That appears to be the one jimmytee has on his lift a few posts up.  I have used the same thing hauling a couple bikes...Works well.  Currently have it on the garage floor holding a project bike upright.

[BF]

Here's pics of the other kind from Harbor Freight.....





And here's a video review of the HF table lift....

Harbor Freight Motorcycle Lift	powered by Aeva

[BigM]

Ok, I added about 2 ft. to the ramp. Then added about 8 inches angle pc. to that. Finally got it where i could get the wing ( with CT) on without dragging the pivot point. I may weld a small section to the side for the kickstand to set on ( just to be on the safe side.) next along with getting the lockable wheel chock.  Not tried my Valk I/S but should do fine . It seems to have a higher grd. clearance even with the 65 C/T. Not sure on how or much use pulling the rear tires will be. May have bike rachet straps to floor trusses and adj. table height as needed. Guess it will be handy putting fog lights and hitch on the wing. Other than that raise it to look pretty. Thanks for the help. If any video on loading the Valk or etc. would like to see.

[Bugslayer]

How do ya get the front wheel in the air on a lift table?

[N0tac0p]

http://www.klsupply.com/SHOPLIFTEQUIPMENT/MC655RHYDRAULICLIFT.aspx

sweetest one around

[jimmytee]

How do ya get the front wheel in the air on a lift table?

In my set up, I have not tried it.The wheel chock would make it more of a challenge. I thought about this, but would have to engineer a chock for the rear wheel. However,that's not why I wanted a lift as I have a motorcycle jack if I need to remove the front wheel on the Valk, and my F6B has a center stand.

[zzed28]

User warning for the Harbor Freight lift table, do not try to roll your bike off the table, with the side stand down.  Dont Ask Me How I Know !!

I have had the table for about four years now, the first one I had, had a leaky jack, they replaced the entire table, I returned it, and they sold it to someone else at a discount.  My new one has worked fine, just heed the warning above at all costs.   On the Valk, the sidestand is so wide, that the sidestand barely touches the table, so I consider putting the Valk on the table a two person job.  Also, I use the front end of the table for the tie downs instead of the the u bolts, just be careful,  put it on so the tie downs cant slip.

[ValkISDan]

I'm seriously thinking of getting one of these. Well built and lots of features for the money.

http://www.directlift.com/MotorcycleATV-Lifts-C15.aspx