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Old 05-02-2009, 09:01 PM
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Has anyone owned or known someone who has used one of these lifts (Big Blue Lift):

http://www.lifts-and-stands.com/inde...d=60&Itemid=67

I have an 09 SG. I was thinking about getting a table lift and in researching them, came across this lift. I did a search on the forum but was unable to find any prior threads on this lift. I think I like this lift better than a table lift. Looks to be easier to change tires or get underneath the bike than it would be using a table lift. A good bit cheaper too.

Appreciate any opinions or feedback on this.
 
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just watched the youtube clip, not too shabby. Only question/comment I have is how "movable" bike is while up on the lift. J&S, Pitbull, SEARS, etc. gives you lift plus ability to move the bike around

 

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Old 05-02-2009, 10:40 PM
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Sears Craftsman Yellow Jack. Done all kinds of work on my bike with this jack.

Works for me since I don't sit on my bike while it's up on the jack (J&S and Pitbull have ads showing someone on the bike while lifted).
 
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I have the Red Sears jack and it has worked pretty well in the past. I've been thinking about getting a table/lift, though, so thanks for posting the link.

After watching the video a couple times I'm not sure what I'd want for $595. Looked a little wobbly as it was bringing the bike up. I think I'd rather go with the table lift from Harbor for $399 ...



And for $499 I can get the lift with the drop out rear and tire vise ...

 
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You get what you pay for. I wouldn't buy anything from harbor freight. China made junk.













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I have the Red Sears jack and it has worked pretty well in the past. I've been thinking about getting a table/lift, though, so thanks for posting the link.

After watching the video a couple times I'm not sure what I'd want for $595. Looked a little wobbly as it was bringing the bike up. I think I'd rather go with the table lift from Harbor for $399 ...



And for $499 I can get the lift with the drop out rear and tire vise ...

 
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I saw the lift demo during Bike Week in Daytona. Its not bad, But I agree, I would got with the Sears. As far a table lifts, Don't waste your money on anything but a Handy. The HF is a POS !!! My friend has one, I would not use it on a bet..... such a POS it should be out lawed. As always..... Just my two cents. Be Safe JIM
 
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I have been using the Harbor Freight lift for 4 years, paid $379 and it has given me no problem. I have my own welding fabrication shop and I can't build one this good for the money. I use it alot.
 
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I don't have one of their lifts but I read the reviews and this one was hilarious.

"I bought EazyRizer for my husband's Christmas present, but he left me for another woman a week later - so I took it back off him.
He was back home within a week!
I sometimes wonder who he is in love with,
me or the lift..."
 
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After watching the video and considering the price,a table would be better.
Does not look like removing a wheel would be easy.At least with a table,the wheel would not fall 3 feet to the ground!
 
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Originally Posted by langhammx
You get what you pay for. I wouldn't buy anything from harbor freight. China made junk.
i agree i have never bought ANYTHING from them all junk

"good stuff aint cheap ------and cheap stuff aint good"
 


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