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« on: May 13, 2016, 07:37:14 PM » |
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I'm looking at lift adapters, one is a Pro-Lift. Has anyone bought one of these and if so are there any issues. I have looked at others that are more expensive but none of them show many pictures. I have seen a few posts where they were made out of wood, even give all the material and measurements to cut everything. Sense having my bike slide off a home made or cheaply made adapter would not be good I'm asking members that have adapters what make and any issues they have had. I can see myself using it maybe 1/2 dozen times a year so not looking to spend a lot but don't want an unsafe piece of junk.  Any suggestions would be appriciated. Thanks guys Steve |
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« Reply #1 on: May 13, 2016, 07:56:04 PM » |
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I got a wood one that I made. Probably been used 50 times with no issues.
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« Reply #2 on: May 13, 2016, 08:45:01 PM » |
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I bought mine on E-BAY several years ago by someone that had made several of them to sell. Search E-BAY and maybe you will get lucky and find one.
Go to internet & punch in ( HONDA VALKYRIE JACK ADAPTER )
Then look down about 3 spaces & you will see ( RWS LIFT ADAPTER ) I think he still sells them & he also has all the info to build your own. GOOD LUCK
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« Reply #3 on: May 14, 2016, 01:16:20 AM » |
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I have the small adapter that is fitted to the bike.
You can hardly notice that it's fitted to the bike.
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« Reply #4 on: May 14, 2016, 05:26:22 AM » |
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I've purchased several "Pro Lift" adapters from the fellow that markets them on ebay. They're easy to install - most of the time. One that I purchased had a fitment issue that I addressed with a grinder and hacksaw. Otherwise they disappear underneath the bike and you have your adapter with you should you ever need it when you're on the road. An awesome advantage! This is the vendor: http://www.ebay.com/itm/170943480226?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT |
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #6 on: May 14, 2016, 02:17:03 PM » |
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I really like the stays-on-bike kind... I have the Pro Lift one, and have my
BigBF horns mounted to it. I believe you must take extra care with the Pro
Lift, or else you'll jack your bike up on the headers without even realizing it.
I bet that's not a problem with MarkT's stay-on-the-bike adapter...
-Mike
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« Reply #7 on: May 14, 2016, 03:56:47 PM » |
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I have Mark T's on my I/S, don't even know it's there till you need it. Highly recommended!  Craig |
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« Reply #9 on: May 14, 2016, 06:23:04 PM » |
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« Reply #10 on: May 14, 2016, 09:05:25 PM » |
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I built my own from metal. From instructions right here on this forum. It was several years ago. If you have a welder and are competent you can make your own. Instructions should still be here on the forum some where? Good luck.
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« Reply #11 on: May 16, 2016, 07:04:18 AM » |
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Thanks guys for taking the time to share your experience and opinions. You have given me a lot of choices and you all seem to be satisfied with the one you have. Sounds like having the stay on is the way to go. By the way MarkT I like the picture of your first serious ride, had to share that one with my wife.  Thanks again Steve |
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