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[BLM777]

Just getting around to building my new shop and will need to replace my hand-me-down bike lift from a 50's era HD shop.  Basic parameters are:  lift- 4 to 6 feet, capacity 1200 lbs, removeable center tray and sturdy.  Would like to know who is using what and which models are now "state of the art".  Have been looking at misleading ads 'till my eyes are crossing!  Thanks in advance.

[hd2003-se2005]

Hey BLM

Got a Direct Lift at home.
I researched a bunch of lifts and found this one to be the best for me.

Had thought about one of those that you can slide under the bike and use the drill and or ratchet to raise it. Saw two different brands at different shows and was leaning that way.
I asked for each of the dealers to tell me what shops were using their lifts. The answer was NONE. Said they just sold them for home use. Must have been a reason for shops not using that type.

Kendon makes a lift and if you need portability then it might be good for you. I wasn't impressed with the stability of that unit.

Which left me with only two good choices. (my opinion)

The Direct Lift
Handy Mfg. lift

The Harley shop here added a new service facility and ordered two new Direct Lifts.
They had always used the Handy lift in the past. (bet it was a price deal)
I got to compare the Handy and the Direct Lift side by side.

From a function standpoint the Direct is longer. (Very good)
The direct lift is diamond plate.

[mfgreen]

http://www.directlift.com/direct_pro_cycle.htm

http://www.handyindustries.com/shop/subdepartment_view.asp?D=1&S=21

[hd2003-se2005]

my Direct Lift

pic 1

[hd2003-se2005]

My Direct lift

pic 2

[hd2003-se2005]

And Mike,,, Thanks for the web site info
As always "Your da man"

[BLM777]

Thanks...hd and MFG....like the pics, seems as though the direct lift might work for what I need.

[hd2003-se2005]

BLM

Another consideration is the purchase of the accessory lift from Direct Lift.
It's called a Blackjack.
It is very helpful when you need to raise one end or the other when the bike is on the lift.

And learn from my mistake
Shipping is expensive.
Order both at the same time and save some on the shipping.
I didn't,,, wish I had,,, but so it goes [smiley=nixweiss.gif].

Picture is attached

[hd2003-se2005]

another pic

[BLM777]

Thanks hd-se, looks like the accessorie jack is the ticket for most any lift.  By the way, you coming to Daytona?

[hd2003-se2005]

No Sir

Me and the G/F are doing a cruise.
Then the CVO rally
Then Myrtle Beach
Then the Heritage Rally
Then the normal summer stuff
Then Biketoberfest
Was gonna do Sturgis this year but my daughter is getting married in October, so I can kiss Sturgis bye-bye

You coming to the CVO rally?

[BLM777]

No Sir

Me and the G/F are doing a cruise.
Then the CVO rally
Then Myrtle Beach
Then the Heritage Rally
Then the normal summer stuff
Then Biketoberfest
Was gonna do Sturgis this year but my daughter is getting married in October, so I can kiss Sturgis bye-bye

You coming to the CVO rally?

You bet....also bring the much better half and her '05 Deluxe.  Should be quite the group.

[LETS_ROLL]

I also have a direct lift and it's great.  I ordered it on a Fri. from N Dakota and had it delivered by Mon in Washington state.  Recomended with no hesitation.  They even called a few weeks after I had, it to ask how it was going.  Haven't had that happen lately wih any other purchases I've made.

[dayne66]

http://www.premiumbikelifts.com/prodlisting.php?id=51

I'll throw this into the fray.  It's available in Canada, on sale right now with all the extras for $1099. And, can't go wrong with O/B!

If a good deal on a pre-owned one does not come along, this might be the one for me to get.

Any hands on experience with this one?

[cvobiker]

I'd like to see a picture of your 'pree-50's motorcycle lift'.