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[FNGw/08SERK]

I'm looking for a chock to use in the garage to keep the SERG upright. The Condor is listed on eBay at $230 and Wheeldock's site show's a sale priced chock marked down from $259 to $199.

Anyone here recommend one over the other or have an alternate chock they would recommend?

Thanks,

Howie

[mrmagloo]

I have the Condor. It's fine, but was missing some parts when I got home from the show I bought it at. They were kind of jerks about it, but finally sent them out.  I've never tried the other one, but it seems it would lock the tire in a little more securely perhaps?

[FNGw/08SERK]

I have the Condor. It's fine, but was missing some parts when I got home from the show I bought it at. They were kind of jerks about it, but finally sent them out.  I've never tried the other one, but it seems it would lock the tire in a little more securely perhaps?

I was thinking the same thing hopefully someone with hands on can chime in. Condor's customer service not so friendly?

Howie

[SBB]

I'm looking for a chock to use in the garage to keep the SERG upright. The Condor is listed on eBay at $230 and Wheeldock's site show's a sale priced chock marked down from $259 to $199.

Anyone here recommend one over the other or have an alternate chock they would recommend?

Thanks,

Howie

Here is the K&L heavy duty chock I use in the trailer.

http://www.klsupply.com/JACKSANDSTANDS/MC15RCYCLEDOCK/tabid/192/Default.aspx

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[SBB]

Another view.
Nothing to break on these.

http://www.rampconnection.com/zinc-motorcycle-wheel-chock-2.jpg

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[SBB]

Harbor Freight sells a wheel chock for $39.99 for bikes that deserve a $39.99 chock.
When your away from home do you want to wonder if saving 30 or 40 bucks on a wheel chock was a good idea?
When we have as much invested in our bikes as we do, why not protect it with a chock you will never have to worry about.
Unless your storing a $39.99 bike, then who cares if it falls over?

 

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[moscooter]

 

I have the condor too.  Getting your bike into it is quite simple,  but if you (like me) have a 850 plus pound Ultra..........getting the damn bike (backed out) of one can be a bitch unless you have someone to assist you.

[FNGw/08SERK]

Thanks for the input 

[bknerr]

the one at harbor freight is a chinese knock-off of the bike-pro chock. the real one goes for $160 and works real well. it`s what i use in the trailer. don`t trust chinese welds, and it should be a patent violation.

[tazmun]

I have the Condor too.  Getting your bike into it is quite simple,  but if you (like me) have a 850 plus pound Ultra..........getting the damn bike (backed out) of one can be a bitch unless you have someone to assist you.

IF your using it for the garage, MOVE it back a notch. I had the same problem,
but DUH, I didn't think of that at first. I use it on the trailer as directed, and NEVER
had a problem. I was scared as chit to use it as told with a $33k bike, but damn it works.

[SBB]

  but if you (like me) have a 850 plus pound Ultra..........

Not to be picky but wet weight per Harley specs is 924
Add a few tools and some misc stuff and your pushing around 950 lbs.

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Why tools, it's a 110 isn't it?
just sayin

[Black Diamond]

Hi Howie

I have two of the Wheeldocks. I use them in my garage everyday to save space on the SERK. With the spacer kit and trailer mounting kit I can use em on and/or transport all the scooters in the garage. 84 FXRS, 09 Nightster, 02 SERK and/or 08 SERK. I've had em for a while. I like the ability to reach down and activate the lock up with my toe while I'm sitting on the scooter. Soon as the clamp is up I just swing a leg over and walk off. FWIW.

These are all quality pieces been discussed. Can't really make a wrong decision.

JW

[FNGw/08SERK]

Has there been any corrosive issues with any of the chocks noted above?

Thanks

Howie

[CVORick]

I also have the Wheeldock. No corrosion issues, but did want to comment on their good service.  Had a different size Wheeldock when I bought the CVO and they exchanged it for shipping cost.  They only do that if you bought it direct from Wheeldock.  Nice policy.

[Grizzly]

There are many wheel chocks on the market and I have used a few over the years... IMHO, none as good as the Wheeldock!  

I have had two Wheeldocks for the wife's and my bikes a few years now and can't say enough about the quality, ease of use (even with a 900+lb bike), stability in the garage and in the trailer, the quickness of loading and unloading the bike from the chock and from the trailer, etc..

To be perfectly honest, I'm amazed that Condor (or any others with that similar type chock) are still in business, since Wheeldock was introduced.  

Also, Wheeldock is a pleasure to deal with! 

'nough said!

[Grizzly]

There are many wheel chocks on the market and I have used a few over the years... IMHO, none as good as the Wheeldock!  

I have had two Wheeldocks for the wife's and my bikes a few years now and can't say enough about the quality, ease of use (even with a 900+lb bike), stability in the garage and in the trailer, the quickness of loading and unloading the bike from the chock and from the trailer, etc..

To be perfectly honest, I'm amazed that Condor (or any others with that similar type chock) are still in business, since Wheeldock was introduced.  

Also, Wheeldock is a pleasure to deal with!

'nough said!

[Dracula]

Gotta chime in for Wheeldock.    I love mine.

I helped a friend stationed in Singapore buy one for his wife's Honda.  It's some sort of custom model and didn't show up on their website for proper tire sizing.  I called, and they went above and beyond to help me indentify the proper tire size (it was a suprise gift so I couldn't ask her what size her tire is).  They also added, "if it doesn't fit right, send it back and we will get you the right one".  Great folks to deal with.

[FNGw/08SERK]

Ordered from WheelDock due to customer service reports. Thanks to everyone for your opinions!!!! 

Howie

[bbrown]

IF your using it for the garage, MOVE it back a notch. I had the same problem,
but DUH, I didn't think of that at first. I use it on the trailer as directed, and NEVER
had a problem. I was scared as chit to use it as told with a $33k bike, but damn it works.

Move it toward the back of the condor??? I have the same issue It is hard to get it off the dam thing but it does really hold the bike well

[tazmun]

Move it toward the back of the condor??? I have the same issue It is hard to get it off the dam thing but it does really hold the bike well

What I mean "BACK", move the bolt toward the front upright. That way the part you ride over doesn't
go up the rear of the front wheel as far.

[bbrown]

What I mean "BACK", move the bolt toward the front upright. That way the part you ride over doesn't
go up the rear of the front wheel as far.

That makes sense
thanks

[mrmagloo]

I'd not recommend doing this on a Condor. Use the futhest back hole to get the tire as deep as possible for security's sake.

The trick to easily getting the bike out is to use the front brake. It's really a two tug process.  Tug it once good, and pull the front brake at the height of the backward movement.  Stop.  Then as you are getting ready to tug it the second time, release the front brake, and it rolls right off.  This way you start the second pull with most of the rearward work saved from the first pull.  Once you get the hang of it, it's pretty easy. My stupid people trick of the day, fwiw.

[sawyerghost]

I also have Condor,
Works well for me, in or out of the trailer.
It does take some playing with, to determine which is the ideal positon for the pin to be to hold front tire, and roll back off of the cradle as well.
However when you find it, it works great!!

[Black Diamond]

Has there been any corrosive issues with any of the chocks noted above?

Thanks

Howie

Ordered from WheelDock due to customer service reports. Thanks to everyone for your opinions!!!!  

Howie

FWIW

Mine have been on an open trailer in the rain, no problems.

JW

[FNGw/08SERK]

FWIW

Mine have been on an open trailer in the rain, no problems.

JW

Thanks Jeff   

[Bubba]

Ordered from WheelDock due to customer service reports. Thanks to everyone for your opinions!!!! 

Howie

I don't think you will be disappointed I have had one for years and it works GREAT.  I use it on my lift with no tie downs and I have the
quick disconnect where I can move it to the trailer. 

  I'm very happy with mine.

Down side,,,, you have to order it to wheel size and that is the only disadvantage I can see.  Would I order another one?  YES!

[miker]

I just ordered 2 and a spacer kit( for the dyna) Those give then great flexibilty for more than one bike...I hope..

I couldn't get the 09 road sofa out of the trailer mounted bike pro cradle I have now alone, legs to short..

Comin to ebay soon, 2 hardy used black bike pro cradles, which do work ok but for 50 bucks more, the dock looks to be just titties!

[Hotrod50]

I havn't bought a wheel dock from Wheeldock, but I bought one of their center stands for my FLTRSE3.  Fantastic quality, engineering, and customer service.

[bbrown]

I have both and like the Condor best
I think it is just personal preference

[07 CVO Road King]

Has anyone tried or seen a Promax http://www.droptailtrailers.com/chocks.html ?  It looks like good quality at a great price.  But like some one posted earlier I would hate to damage a beautiful machine over saving a few $$$'s.  But with the way the economy is right now I sure could use those few extra $'s, and I need a good chock for my trailer.

[gg]

I bought the Wheeldock and they have great service; great guarantee; free replacement if you ever change motorcycle models and I also prefer the method that the front wheel is held in place and released compared to the Condor or other such models.

[Dan_Lockwood]

the one at harbor freight is a Chinese knock-off of the bike-pro chock. the real one goes for $160 and works real well. it`s what i use in the trailer. don`t trust Chinese welds, and it should be a patent violation.

I've been looking at some of the various systems out there.  On the Bike Pro wheel chock, do you have any issues with the rear part of the rollover piece coming up from behind and catching the bottom of the fender? 

I've physically looked at the Harbor Freight wheel chock and in all honesty, it looks pretty good.  Yes, I know it's made in China, but the steel and the welds look really good.  But let's be honest, if you setup a fixture to bend the rod for the front loop and the two rounded straps for the tire, how much should one of these cost?  Harbor freight probably sells 10 to 1 of any of the Bike Pro chocks and their costs are a lot lower to make it.  Just because it's made in China does not automatically mean it's a POS.

I've not bought one yet, still looking.  But for my purpose to get a bike on my lift and hold it while I strap it down, I'm thinking the Harbor Freight for $39.95 is something I might get.  I've seen them advertised for $27.95 on sale.

I had a Handy Lift up in Michigan that I bought for $300 at an auction and used it for a jig lift while welding up streetrod frames and doing suspension work on frames.  When I moved I sold it to a friend doing the same thing in the streetrod hobby.  When I got here in St. Louis I wished I had it back, but I eventually bought a Harbor Freight hydraulic pedal pump model on sale for $279.95.  I've been using it for my Boardtrack project and it works great.  I did look it over very good at the weld points and the only cast parts are on the jack pump itself.  All the metal is sized well and the penetration of the welds looks great.  I cannot see anything wrong with my lift that has me the least bit worried.

I've had all of my bikes on it and it doesn't even drop to the safety rod after a week of being up with a bike on it.  I guess at the time money was not that plentiful and if I had to spend $800 it wasn't going to happen.  At less than $300 and using it for a couple years now, I'm very happy with my HF lift.

I remember back in the late 50's and early 60's people had the same attitude about Japan and their products.  I don't condone China's labor practices, but from what I've seen on "these" products, the materials and welds have been as good as I would do and the pricing was great.

Way back when motorcycle center lift hydraulic lifts came out, they were almost $400.  Now you can by the Sears different models for $100 to $150 and some of the other brands are in the same price range.  I thought I could do that so I did.  I spent a Saturday afternoon at work cutting and welding up my little center lift and I've used it for 15 years now.  My neighbor in Michigan used it to pull out a John Deere transmission and rear gear assembly and nothing bent nor did any welds pop.

All I'm saying is that with a good eye "some" of these items may very well serve the purpose without fear of failure.  If I made a living off this, I'd invest in more expensive equipment for longevity, but for raising and lowering my bike once a month or so, I'm a very happy camper.

I'm sure there are others on the CVO site that have the HF full lift and are just as happy with it as I am.  Is it pneumatic with all the different position safety heights, no, but it has what I need.

    

Anyway, does the fender come close as you roll in the bike?

Thanks and sorry to bore you guys with my rambling.

[gg]

I had similar concern about fender clearance, but it is not an issue with the wheeldock.

[miker]

I have 2 bike pros in my trailer, the clearance is adjustable.  They are fine..I just bought 2 wheel docks for the garage. lift and maybe another light trailer...

[FNGw/08SERK]

I've been looking at some of the various systems out there.  On the Bike Pro wheel chock, do you have any issues with the rear part of the rollover piece coming up from behind and catching the bottom of the fender? 

I've physically looked at the Harbor Freight wheel chock and in all honesty, it looks pretty good.  Yes, I know it's made in China, but the steel and the welds look really good.  But let's be honest, if you setup a fixture to bend the rod for the front loop and the two rounded straps for the tire, how much should one of these cost?  Harbor freight probably sells 10 to 1 of any of the Bike Pro chocks and their costs are a lot lower to make it.  Just because it's made in China does not automatically mean it's a POS.

I've not bought one yet, still looking.  But for my purpose to get a bike on my lift and hold it while I strap it down, I'm thinking the Harbor Freight for $39.95 is something I might get.  I've seen them advertised for $27.95 on sale.

I had a Handy Lift up in Michigan that I bought for $300 at an auction and used it for a jig lift while welding up streetrod frames and doing suspension work on frames.  When I moved I sold it to a friend doing the same thing in the streetrod hobby.  When I got here in St. Louis I wished I had it back, but I eventually bought a Harbor Freight hydraulic pedal pump model on sale for $279.95.  I've been using it for my Boardtrack project and it works great.  I did look it over very good at the weld points and the only cast parts are on the jack pump itself.  All the metal is sized well and the penetration of the welds looks great.  I cannot see anything wrong with my lift that has me the least bit worried.

I've had all of my bikes on it and it doesn't even drop to the safety rod after a week of being up with a bike on it.  I guess at the time money was not that plentiful and if I had to spend $800 it wasn't going to happen.  At less than $300 and using it for a couple years now, I'm very happy with my HF lift.

I remember back in the late 50's and early 60's people had the same attitude about Japan and their products.  I don't condone China's labor practices, but from what I've seen on "these" products, the materials and welds have been as good as I would do and the pricing was great.

Way back when motorcycle center lift hydraulic lifts came out, they were almost $400.  Now you can by the Sears different models for $100 to $150 and some of the other brands are in the same price range.  I thought I could do that so I did.  I spent a Saturday afternoon at work cutting and welding up my little center lift and I've used it for 15 years now.  My neighbor in Michigan used it to pull out a John Deere transmission and rear gear assembly and nothing bent nor did any welds pop.

All I'm saying is that with a good eye "some" of these items may very well serve the purpose without fear of failure.  If I made a living off this, I'd invest in more expensive equipment for longevity, but for raising and lowering my bike once a month or so, I'm a very happy camper.

I'm sure there are others on the CVO site that have the HF full lift and are just as happy with it as I am.  Is it pneumatic with all the different position safety heights, no, but it has what I need.

    

Anyway, does the fender come close as you roll in the bike?

Thanks and sorry to bore you guys with my rambling.

Hi Dan,

I ordered the WheelDock because of the customer service feedback AND the fact that I'm helping fellow American's by buying Made In USA.

Purchased a J&S Jack for the same reason. A little more $$$ but worth it in my opinion.

Of course I won't shop Walmart either but that's just me.   

Howie

[shortdog]

Based on this thread I just ordered a pair of Wheeldocks today. Tried on-line and had a problem, called and spoke with Liz and Rod, problem solved merchandise on the way at reduced shipping. My kind of people!

[knothead]

Has anyone used the Braxley Wheel chalk, I just order one for the garage and / or the trailer...It's the Braxley LA Model.

[roadking71865]

Well I compared both the Condor & Wheeldock side by side.  I rolled my bike in and out of each one several times and to me it was an easy choice.  I went with the Wheeldock.   I really felt it was more secure and definitely easier to get my bike out of.  It was also cheaper and included the trailer docking kit.

[1sharprdkg]

I won a Condor as a prize on a poker run. I didn't know I had won such a pricey item until later. Harley is selling the Condor now with a HD sticker on it, don't know there price. It does work fine. 

[Mikey]

Has anyone used the Braxley Wheel chalk, I just order one for the garage and / or the trailer...It's the Braxley LA Model.

This is a great model. I use them all the time for garage work and towing. www.baxleycompanies.com

[2k]

I have had 2 Condors in my trailer for 11 yrs, no problems. They were bout the only heavy duty stands when I bought. Took me a year to discover the 2 pull method to get bike off, been easy for long time. Have heard raves bout wheeldocks.......so they must be great.

[bbrown]

I have had 2 Condors in my trailer for 11 yrs, no problems. They were bout the only heavy duty stands when I bought. Took me a year to discover the 2 pull method to get bike off, been easy for long time. Have heard raves bout wheeldocks.......so they must be great.

What is the 2 pull method... I do have a tough time sometimes getting the bikes off my Condor wheeldocks

[mrmagloo]

What is the 2 pull method... I do have a tough time sometimes getting the bikes off my Condor wheeldocks

You give it one good yank backwards, and when backwards momentum stops, hit the front brake. Then when you start your second yank, release the brake, and walla, it rolls off nice and easy.  My version at least....

[moscooter]

I'd not recommend doing this on a Condor. Use the futhest back hole to get the tire as deep as possible for security's sake.

The trick to easily getting the bike out is to use the front brake. It's really a two tug process.  Tug it once good, and pull the front brake at the height of the backward movement.  Stop.  Then as you are getting ready to tug it the second time, release the front brake, and it rolls right off.  This way you start the second pull with most of the rearward work saved from the first pull.  Once you get the hang of it, it's pretty easy. My stupid people trick of the day, fwiw.

I tried that "trick" pretty much exactly as you have discribed.........Your "tugging" ability exceeds mine...........

[bbrown]

You give it one good yank backwards, and when backwards momentum stops, hit the front brake. Then when you start your second yank, release the brake, and walla, it rolls off nice and easy.  My version at least....

Just tried it. it works on my Condor 

Thanks...

[roadking71865]

Go with the Wheeldock and you don't have to worry about any tugging.

[Grizzly]

You give it one good yank backwards, and when backwards momentum stops, hit the front brake. Then when you start your second yank, release the brake, and walla, it rolls off nice and easy.  My version at least....

So much work!  Yank this, hit that, release and yank again... You really have to give WheelDock a try, and will love how it simply rolls out! 

[mrmagloo]

You guys must be really old!   Look at the condor tug as a little, perhaps well needed exercise!!!   

[roadking71865]

You guys must be really old!   Look at the condor tug as a little, perhaps well needed exercise!!!   

Not that old, just really weak 

[mrmagloo]

Not that old, just really weak 

I feel you man - My son is getting closer and closer to beating me in arm wrestling. I'm dreading the day...

[gg]

That's the difference between Condor and Wheeldock. Condor you have to yank hard. With the wheeldock you do not have to yank hard. All you do is push down with your foot on the bar that holds the tire in the dock. Then get on the bike and roll it backwards. this is much easier than yanking backwards.

[jcd520]

Here is the K&L heavy duty chock I use in the trailer.

http://www.klsupply.com/JACKSANDSTANDS/MC15RCYCLEDOCK/tabid/192/Default.aspx

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              TRAILER??? (bet this opens up a can of worms!!!!)

[Billy]

Just ordered  two. Looks like the best deal out there 199 each and they threw in a spacer  kit till my wife grows up and gets a street glide.    billy

[HD4CPA]

My 2 wheeldocks arrived today!   Seem to be very well made and nice design.

[Grizzly]

My 2 wheeldocks arrived today!   Seem to be very well made and nice design.

You'll have to let us know how much you enjoy using them.

[mrmagloo]

I actually mounted my Condor to the top of my SAM 2 Lift, and this works great.

[Hotrod50]

I love my Wheeldock!  I mounted the quick release bracket to my Harbor Freight lift (big red one).  Works great.

[SG Racer]

I got the Harley one. It is a Condor with a Harley sticker on it. I had not see the Wheeldock. Might have went that route instead. I do like the Condor though. It is well made and works great. A little tug and it is out. Not that hard at all.
Ray

[mrmagloo]

The one thing about the Wheel dock that is kind of cool is, you only have to roll it back, without yanking your arm sockets out. However, I think that foot lever thing has got to be a little ackward.

[Grizzly]

The one thing about the Wheel dock that is kind of cool is, you only have to roll it back, without yanking your arm sockets out. However, I think that foot lever thing has got to be a little ackward.

Actually you might be surprised at how easy it is to operate.   Love my WheelDock!

[faceracer]

Just ordered a wheeldock for my new lift! Thanks for the reviews guys!!!!!!  

[mrmagloo]

Something I just noticed that's turning out to be a major headahce concerning the Condor. As those with one are aware, you really, really have to yank hard on the handlebars to pull the bike out of the dock.  I just noticed my handle bars cracked in the middle as a result. While this weakness in the Harley bars with internal wiring is a known issue, and has been bandaided a bit with the new clamp, I have no doubt that even with the new clamp, over time all this yanking is going to add up.

[faceracer]

Update! I just recieved my new Wheldock! That was fast just ordered it last Friday. It arrived yesterday. I purchased the quick disconnect mount because I thought I could use it on the lift and put one in my truck for if I want to haul the bike. Problem is the quickdisconnect mount is 4" wider than my lift. I can use that for the truck but not I have to figure out how to mount the wheeldock on my lift! HELP! Can some of you guys that have the wheeldock on your lift tell me which method you used? There are the 2 slotted holes in the middle and then I thought about drilling some holes in the crossmember? Thanks!!!!

[Rio]

There are many wheel chocks on the market and I have used a few over the years... IMHO, none as good as the Wheeldock!  

I have had two Wheeldocks for the wife's and my bikes a few years now and can't say enough about the quality, ease of use (even with a 900+lb bike), stability in the garage and in the trailer, the quickness of loading and unloading the bike from the chock and from the trailer, etc..

To be perfectly honest, I'm amazed that Condor (or any others with that similar type chock) are still in business, since Wheeldock was introduced.  

Also, Wheeldock is a pleasure to deal with! 

'nough said!

What size do you recommend for a SERGU?  I had a condor, I liked it, but it was a pain to get out of the chock after the bike had been sitting for a while.  This looks like a awesome system for parking the bike in the garage?

[Grizzly]

What size do you recommend for a SERGU?  I had a condor, I liked it, but it was a pain to get out of the chock after the bike had been sitting for a while.  This looks like a awesome system for parking the bike in the garage?

If you get in touch with WheelDock they will know exactly which chock you will require for your bike...
Great people to deal with.

[Rio]

JUST ordered the Wheel Dock for at the $199.00 special holiday price.   Guy told me the regular price was over $300, very informative great people to deal with!  I had a Condor, at the time they were by far the best product and set the benchmark.  Apparently technolgy and creativity has caught up to them because as good as the Condor was, there were times that it was a bitch to get my bike out of the chock after it has been sitting for a while!  Thanks for the info!

[mrmagloo]

JUST ordered the Wheel Dock for at the $199.00 special holiday price.   Guy told me the regular price was over $300, very informative great people to deal with!  I had a Condor, at the time they were by far the best product and set the benchmark.  Apparently technolgy and creativity has caught up to them because as good as the Condor was, there were times that it was a bitch to get my bike out of the chock after it has been sitting for a while!  Thanks for the info!

For what's it's worth, Condor does have a new tire rocker that doesn't stick anymore. Instead of the vinyl covers, the new one is just krinkle finished. I mentioned that purely for those who already have the older Condors and are running into this issue. YOu can buy the new rocker for a few bucks.

However, as mentioned before, the Wheel Dock is defintely the way to go, and I'm now convinced that the Condor is not good at all for our inner wires handlebar. All of that heavy tugging to get the tire release is what cause mine to crack in the middle.

[CVODON]

I have a couple Condors, one in garage and one in trailer. They both have the textured shoe, but I had another earlier model with the coated shoe as well. I have never had a problem getting the bike out of the chock. Are you guys that experience so much resistance sure you have the pin in the correct hole for your tire/wheel size? And I am totally confused by the comment regarding wires in handle bars being a problem with a Condor??? What?? I had wires in handlebars 30 years ago, this is not something specific to CVO bikes, but what does getting a bike out of a chock have to do with internal wires. Huh?

[CVOThunder]

Come on new contract!!!! I'm holding off on this and the rear trunk billet SE emblem from Jim. Oh and I wanna get their ez-up center stand as well. Looks like the wheeldock products are built pretty tough and glad to see so many good reviews.

[hdtrader]

Has anyone used the Braxley Wheel chalk, I just order one for the garage and / or the trailer...It's the Braxley LA Model.

I have a Baxley and use it when hauling the Boss Hoss and HD.  You won't be dissappointed...the quality and workmanship is second to none.

[mrmagloo]

I have a couple Condors, one in garage and one in trailer. They both have the textured shoe, but I had another earlier model with the coated shoe as well. I have never had a problem getting the bike out of the chock. Are you guys that experience so much resistance sure you have the pin in the correct hole for your tire/wheel size? And I am totally confused by the comment regarding wires in handle bars being a problem with a Condor??? What?? I had wires in handlebars 30 years ago, this is not something specific to CVO bikes, but what does getting a bike out of a chock have to do with internal wires. Huh?

The pin location for the Touring Bikes with a 130/16 is pin hole 2. They state in the manual to use the hole where the front of the cradle just doesn't touch the ground with the wheel engaged. And yes, the reason why they abandoned the vinyl wrapped craddle was the vinyl over time would stick to the tire making it tougher to disengage. Going with the Krinkle finish solved this. Ask the Condor folks about this.

Lastly, the area where the hole is drilled in the CVO handle bars for the internal wiring is a weak point in the handle bars, and even under normal use, the handlebars could crack there. Harley was aware of the situation which is why they developed the new one-piece top handlebar mount that I believe came stock on the 2009+ bikes. The situation is, with the older bikes with the internal wiring and the old two-piece mounts, the tugging you have to do to pull the bike out of the Condors was putting alot of extra stress on the bars in that area, which is what caused mine to crack in the center along the hole for the wiring. I mounted my Condor to my SAM 2, and used the lift to park my bike. As such, I was tugging it out of the Condor every time, and after a few months I noticed the tell-tails signs of the lower dash was popping out of the inner fairing.

I pulled the amp and radio, and it is definitely cracked on the front center of the bar. I was hoping I could just put a couple of welds in there, and swap to the one-piece mount, as I really don't want to get through the hassle of swapping bars. However, I'm not real confident that this route will hold up even if I don't melt the crap out of the wires. Sucks.

I hope this better explains the situation.

[mark]

I bought a Bike-Pro.  Chrome plated...looks good.  Quality construction.

[ultrafxr]

I've been reading this thread for a while and just pulled the trigger on a Wheeldock.  Came in earlier this afternoon.  Don't trailer and wanted it just to hold the bike upright in the garage and when working on it.  I am impressed with the quality of workmanship and ease of use.  Graeat value for $199 imo.  

[miker]

Wheel dock are nice, if you have floor board extensions you need to extend the kick lever...well I do have stumpy legs....

I would drill to fit a lift..

[Rio]

Hey....I finally got around to trying the WHEELDOCK.  Great quality, very easy to use.....but.....coming from a Condor, unless I missed something or there is some sort of an adjustment, you could ride into the Condor and jump off your bike and not worry about it tipping.  There appears to be a lot more play side to side and I'm not nearly as confident as I was with my Condor.  DID I MISS SOMETHING?  I e-mailed them and told them what model I have SERGU, and they said that #4 which is the 5 1/8.  I have the bike in the stand, but i have my portable lift/jack under it too because I don't trust it?  Need to get educated or maybe the wrong dock?

[faceracer]

Here it is done deal!!!!

[bribe36]

anyone familiar with either the Steadymate or Titan Bulldog moto cradle. Been looking at both.

[Grizzly]

Hey....I finally got around to trying the WHEELDOCK.  Great quality, very easy to use.....but.....coming from a Condor, unless I missed something or there is some sort of an adjustment, you could ride into the Condor and jump off your bike and not worry about it tipping.  There appears to be a lot more play side to side and I'm not nearly as confident as I was with my Condor.  DID I MISS SOMETHING?  I e-mailed them and told them what model I have SERGU, and they said that #4 which is the 5 1/8.  I have the bike in the stand, but i have my portable lift/jack under it too because I don't trust it?  Need to get educated or maybe the wrong dock?

Hey Rio,

Just wondering if you got your WheelDock all figured out now and are comfortable with using it?

I love mine!

[Rio]

Hey Rio,

Just wondering if you got your WheelDock all figured out now and are comfortable with using it?

I love mine!

Honestly, when I put my bike on it, I wasn't comfortable leaving it alone afraid that it would tip so I have my bike jack under the frame supporting it.  Since the bike is in storage, I really haven't messed with it?  I got the right lift and considering everyone else seems happy, i'm probably doing something wrong.  Aside from that, I am looking for some guidance from our Canadian friends on a trip I am planning next summer.  Trying to find someone familiar with the area or route.  Michigan to Halifax, Nova Scotia is the title.  We were going from Michigan to Toronto, then to Montreal then we are unsure from there, Quebec, or south back in to the USA and over? 

[Grizzly]

Hi Again,

I'm not sure what to say about your concerns with your WheelDock as mine works great and I use two of them in my trailer which has travelled all over North America with no troubles at all.  This maybe a silly question, but once you pull into the chock on your bike, you are depressing the lever with your left foot, right?  That should lock your wheel firmly in place allowing you to walk away leaving it standing securely upright.  At least it should if you have the correct spacers to support your tire.  When you purchased it, if you informed them of your year model of bike I'm sure they would sent you the correct one... But as they say "s&$t happens" and it might be worth a phone call to double check.

I just don't know any other reason why it doesn't give you complete comfort leaving it alone without the use of any straps or lift support?

[Grizzly]

Now as for your trip from Michigan to Halifax...

If you have a particular reason to see Toronto or Montreal on your way through, then that's great!  They are both viberant cities with more than enough to keep you entertained for days.  If you're planning the trip for July, try to hit Montreal during the "Just for Laughs" Festival.  We've been there a few times and it really is a great time.  Toronto always has lots happening throughout the summer as well.

However, if you're just wanting a nice ride to and from, then I would go further north, at least as far as Hwy. 7 or even better further north and come across the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron, MI / Sarnia, ON and go north along the east side of Lake Huron and under Geogian Bay, making your way further north to Hunstville and ride through Algonquin Park along Hwy. 60 over to Renfrew and down through our Nation's Capital - Ottawa.  From there I would head into Quebec staying north of Montreal and plan for a stay in Mont-Tremblant.  Continue staying well north of the St. Lawrence, working your way towards Quebec City.  This wonderful old city you can spend days in and never tire of.  After that at some point you will have to cross the St. Lawrence heading for New Brunswick before Nova Scotia.  In New Brunswick make sure you stop to see the highest tides in the world at the Bay of Fundy.  When in Nova Scotia a must ride is in the northern part doing the Cabot Trail... And make sure you do it counterclockwise so that you are always riding on the waterside of the road for the best views.

On your way back if time permits head south to Bar Harbor, Maine wonderful seaside community prior to heading east on Rte. 2 through Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, picking up Rte. 3 through New York.

Sounds like an amazing trip and I hope this helps.

Enjoy!
 

[CVOThunder]

Curious if Rio has had a chance to review this thread and if a solution was found? My bike would sit in one for 11 months out of the year (at my current plan) and I want to use something rock solid. Think I mentioned it already in this thread...using their center stand + wheel dock would be solid. Probably a PITA to set up as well I reckon but for my situation I could lift the front and slide the W.D. under the front tire. What overkill? 

[2k]

The main differences I have read about the Wheeldoc/Condor is the ease of unloading. At 11 months in chock, I don't see how this would be a prob for you. Hope you have a way to try both before purchase. With little experience with the WD, all I can say is I LOVE my Condor!

[Rio]

Curious if Rio has had a chance to review this thread and if a solution was found? My bike would sit in one for 11 months out of the year (at my current plan) and I want to use something rock solid. Think I mentioned it already in this thread...using their center stand + wheel dock would be solid. Probably a PITA to set up as well I reckon but for my situation I could lift the front and slide the W.D. under the front tire. What overkill? 

Sorry for the confusion.  When I got the wheel dock I had my bike on a lift, and I quickly tried the Wheel Dock.  I was a little uncomfortable at first glance because there was a little more side to side motion than the Condor.  I double checked that I had the correct size and went back and let the bike down and took a little more time testing it.  I still think the Condor was a little more stable, but it was also a PITA to get the bike out of the stand.  At the end of the day, the bike is sitting in the wheel dock now for a few weeks and it hasn't tipped over......I'm comfortable with it so go for it and I'm sorry for the confusion.  By the way, I would keep my kick stand down with the Condor and the Wheel Dock for added piece of mind.

[mrmagloo]

After realizing that the yanking required to get the bike out of my Condor was the root cause of my handlebars cracking in the middle, I'm definitely going to be looking at the Wheeldock at this springs shows. Just looking at the Wheeldock, if properly fitted, there should be no reason why it doesn't secure the bike just as well as a Condor.

[SHRK2TH]

Trailer finally arrived.   Ended up getting a Stealth, made by Blackhawk  7x12 all aluminum tandem.  Going to be putting in the Wheeldock.  Going to use it both in the trailer and in the garage for support.  Nice to have options.

[bribe36]

Just received this, Titan Bulldog. I went with the orange but in comes in other colours and you can mix the parts (i.e. orange and black). The cool part about this chock is that it grips the tires as you roll in. It does slide on the floor, guess I'll have to sort that out.

[faceracer]

Looks nice. how hard is it to remove the bike? Is it pretty stable? Thx!  Face

[Fired00d]

Just received this, Titan Bulldog. I went with the orange but in comes in other colours and you can mix the parts (i.e. orange and black). The cool part about this chock is that it grips the tires as you roll in. It does slide on the floor, guess I'll have to sort that out.

Nice color. What is the clearance around the part on the wheel that goes inside the fender... any concerns there?

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[bribe36]

Looks nice. how hard is it to remove the bike? Is it pretty stable? Thx!  Face

It is completely stable. They do sell extensions that go out from the sides. I thought about ordering them but now I can see there is no need. They also sell a trailer kit for easy installation into a trailer.
The mechanism that grips the tire is spring loaded. Super easy to remove the bike. It's a bit of a challenge getting the bike in the chock though. I thought I could just push it in but no go. Need to the motor running for that extra bit of boost.

[bribe36]

Nice color. What is the clearance around the part on the wheel that goes inside the fender... any concerns there?

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

I know it looks tight but it just fits. You can adjust it so the rear of the chock doesn't come up as far on the wheel.

Concerns? My only concern is that I'm either going to have to secure it to the floor or keep something in front of it to keep it from sliding

[Tannehill Kid]

I have two of the Bike Pro stands and just don't like them.  Had may 08 Street Glide turn over while in the stand.  The bike was still in the chock and attached to the stand plate.  But the big problem was one day last week the wife said she was going to make a short ride while I was at work.  When I got home I ask her how it went and she told me she couldn't get the bike out of the stand and didn't get to ride.   I knew I had to do something so this past week end at the Louisiana Hog Rally the Wheel Dock people were there and I ended up buying two of them. They let here get on a Ultra and she had no problem getting it out of the Wheel Dock.  So as the old saying goes when mommy is happy everyone is happy.