Proper technique for lifting the heavy girl?
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02-28-2011, 11:53 AM
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02-28-2011, 12:30 PM
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You mean the $100 Sams Club jack (same as Sears) that's lasted me the last 12 yrs of workin on several different bikes? Hmmmmm... interesting....lol
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02-28-2011, 12:35 PM
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02-28-2011, 12:57 PM
I had mine on the craftsman jack most of the winter and had the hole front end off of the bike.and that was my ultra. With the front end removed I could still turn the bike around and it never feet unstable.as others have said make sure its centered on the stand,lock the saport bracket and get on with your work
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02-28-2011, 01:23 PM
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Any pointers on lifting a/my bagger (by yourself) with a Craftsmen ATV jack? I've been using it for years with tractors, ATVs and dirt bikes but never before such a heavy and treasured purchase. I usually put the lift on left side (partially raised) retract side stand and stand bike straight up. Slide lift under then pump it to height. My fear is the weight difference between the Harley and feather weight dirt bikes, that's why I'm looking for any tricks or pointers - thanks
Or.... buy a better lift
#19
02-28-2011, 03:56 PM
it will only fall off the jack once and then you'll smarten up...........well in your case thats obviously not going to work.......
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02-28-2011, 04:14 PM
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Does a ATV jack have the same skids as a MC jack? Are they the same thing?
I have a good quality MC cycle jack (senior moment) that was a little scary the first couple of times but it is a piece of cake to do now. Like someone mentioned have someone help you the first time might be a good idea.
I have a good quality MC cycle jack (senior moment) that was a little scary the first couple of times but it is a piece of cake to do now. Like someone mentioned have someone help you the first time might be a good idea.