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[evodistraction]

Hey guys!

I just bought a motorcycle lift that is suspposed to be rated at 1500 lbs (I have a 2013 SERK so it shouldn't be a problem). It seems to me the bike is a little unstable and wants to rock back and forth while on the lift. Not a lot but just enough to make me worry. Will straps help stabilize the bike? I/m not sure where exactly I would hook them to. I looked at putting some jack stands under it but I didn't see anyplace that looked "solid". What do you guys do?

Thanks!

Evo

[Hx2]

I have the Pitbull Dyna stand with rotating turntable.  It is very stable since the base holds most of the bottom frame. I also have the craftsman yellow lift that I use sometimes and while it isn't as stable as the Pitbull I have never had to strap either of my bikes down on it. I think once you get used to the bike's movement on the stand you'll grow more comfortable with it.  Strapping it down will definitely provide more security.

[skratch]

i use a j&s jack which is rock solid without any additional straps.

but, back when i had an 'el cheapo' jack that i bought from pep boys, i ran a strap across the bike, over the seat.  on the support legs, there were a couple of welded hooks that i could hook the strap to on each side.  if it still wants to rock a bit after doing that, you could always lower it enough so that the back tire would hit a jackstand at full extension.  you'd be able to detail most of the bike, and then remove the jackstand to spin the rear wheel for the final bit.

[DCC]

X2 on the J&S.  Great jack and very stable.

[Twolanerider]

You talking about a table lift or a jack? 

If a table lift can only suggest what I've done.  Don't be afraid to drill holes in the thing.  Places to mount ratcheting straps on the rear, a ride on chock on the front and other holes to run tie down ratchet straps to front and rear as needed depending on what you are putting on or taking off to maintain stability.

[Chains]

You may want to check out Bubba's post:  http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=94205.0

[East Coast]

Which table lift did you buy? I'm looking to pull the trigger on one very soon. If you look around  various sites and/or images you'll see docking points up front on some table lifts used to tie the bike down. As mentioned, you can always drill it and put some eye hooks or such on the table to assist you in strapping down the bike so its more secure.

[cyco1450]

I have a Titan lift that is pretty stable, but still rocks a little. The best money I ever spent was a scissors jack. $70 on eBay. I use it all the time. In fact I am selling the table lift cause it takes up too much room in garage and I don't use it enough. The scissors jack is bar-none the best way to clean the bike.

[evodistraction]

Which table lift did you buy? I'm looking to pull the trigger on one very soon. If you look around  various sites and/or images you'll see docking points up front on some table lifts used to tie the bike down. As mentioned, you can always drill it and put some eye hooks or such on the table to assist you in strapping down the bike so its more secure.

I bought a jack, not a table. I like it because it is light and doesn't take up too much room. It lifts the bike no problem but it just feels like the thing is gonna fall off any second. At least it causes me to get it cleaned up fast! Here is a link to the one I bought:

http://www.harborfreight.com/1500-lb-lightweight-aluminum-motorcycle-lift-60636.html

Evo

[hdaliaconis]

I bought a jack, not a table. I like it because it is light and doesn't take up too much room. It lifts the bike no problem but it just feels like the thing is gonna fall off any second. At least it causes me to get it cleaned up fast! Here is a link to the one I bought:

http://www.harborfreight.com/1500-lb-lightweight-aluminum-motorcycle-lift-60636.html

Evo

This is the minimum you should have considered re. lift type jack.  JMO

http://www.pitbullmotorcyclelifts.com/

[Owner of Skye]

I have a Goodyear Racing Jack I got from Costco for less than 100 dollars (about 8 years old) -- this past weekend I used it to replace both tires on the bike -- -- in the 8 years I have used it to replace both tires several times -- however, this last weekend I just did not feel confident in the way it felt as I lifted the bike high enough to pull the rear wheel -- seemed like the bike rocked way more that usual -- I got the job done, but it has really made me start to look at the J and S jack -- especially after viewing the video comparing the J and S with the Pitbull

[jimcb1]

so witch is better pitbull or j&s

[D-N-D]

I like the J&S / But I never had a Pitbull.

[doublerunner]

I just looked at the link you provided and read the reviews on it. Boy it makes it seem like it should handle your bike no problem.

Just wondering, do you have a center stand?

If not, perhaps try shifting the lift a little to see if you can change how the weight balances

Personally I use a J&S

[evodistraction]

I just looked at the link you provided and read the reviews on it. Boy it makes it seem like it should handle your bike no problem.

Just wondering, do you have a center stand?

If not, perhaps try shifting the lift a little to see if you can change how the weight balances

Personally I use a J&S

Yeah it lifts the bike easily and has a good locking pin to make sure it doesn't collapse. I just feel like it is a bit "wobbly" but I think most of that is paranoia! I did a through polishing of all the chrome and there was no problem but I wouldn't dare try to climb on it while it was up there. I wish there was room for a set of jackstands but I tried that and the jack is in the way. I don't think I would remove either wheel while it was up there either. I wish I would have done more research and bought a better jack like the ones some of you did, maybe next time!

evo