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Posted by CDNRatMan
- October 23, 2012, 12:59:05 PMI don't have one but am looking for one for in the living room for the winter for my bike so Ken were does one get a lift for a 800? Thanks.
Posted by DC
- October 23, 2012, 12:36:53 PMAnyone else have any feedback on the lift they're using?
Posted by VN1500
- September 16, 2011, 08:23:35 AMQuote from: chief on February 23, 2011, 13:18:27 PMI have a 'Handy' lift table [ride-on] style, [air powered] & a Sears 'jack' [frame-lift style] hydraulic {Aluminum}. Both easy to use, the frame lift type easily frees up both wheels, as the ride-on style needs another scissor jack to lift at the frame, to free-up the wheels. The frame-lift style can & does get in the way,..doing oil changes. Where as the table type makes it a snap.Yeah, I have a bunch listed over on the web site but have never used one and was trying to get some opinions.
It's all in what I suppose you feel will serve you best. Both good quality, as far as that goes.
Bought the 'Handy' many years ago [used] $300,..bought the "Sears" a few years ago on sale $130.
Ron
Posted by 1999 Drifter
- September 12, 2011, 18:39:08 PMYou may also like side extentions as it make its much easier and wider when "duck walking "your bike on
the scissor jack is a must, as the chok, and the drop down center rear panel
Posted by KEN.
- September 10, 2011, 04:43:27 AMHello...I've been using a manual hydraulic lift for yrs now....."Lift Buddy"
Its got 4 wheel casters so you can turn or move it any which way..it has the removable rear panel, & Large deluxe wheel vice...I'd be lost without it,
.It is a height adjustable work table...Holds my HD Police bike, Honda ST1100 , Drifter 800 with no problems....KEN.
Posted by chief
- March 21, 2011, 11:50:35 AMThanks for the info. That's what I needed to know!
Posted by VN1500
- March 20, 2011, 09:42:21 AMChief,
I have had a Handy air-lift model for many years. Just 'up-graded' my wheel vice,much better.
I have no complaints,but will suggest which ever you decide on?...get the drop out panel in the back for rear wheel removal. Mine does not have that, & I wish it did. Also look into a good aux. sissors jack for lifting the motorcycle,once on the table. And some good tie-down straps......be kind to your back 
Ron
Posted by GIBBY
- March 04, 2011, 14:34:46 PMOn my Nomad I have a 150/80-16. Now that you mention it, I had to take the cradle off and beat it with a large freakin' hammer to make it large enough to accept my tire. That stand/chock is supposed to be good for a tire up to 130 wide. Once I had it wide enough my Nomad goes right on. What I am calling the cradle is the part that rotates and holds the tire in place from behind the tire.
Posted by TerryG
- March 04, 2011, 13:40:41 PMGibby,
I picked up the wheel chock (97841) last year and can't get the bike to sit correctly in it, I'm curious on what size tires you have on your bike?
Terry
Quote from: GIBBY on March 02, 2011, 15:06:08 PMHey Chief,
I have the Harbor Freight manual lift that is good to 1000 lbs., item # 91764 that lists for $499.99 They often have this on sale for $299.99. I bought mine and paid $298.00 with the extended 2 year warranty. My brother gave me a Harbor Freight wheel chock, item #97841 for doing some maintenance on his bike. I mounted the wheel chock on the lift and man does it work slick. I drive right up on it and can easily dismount without worrying about my Nomad falling over. I have had it for about a year and am very happy with the set-up. I have not had a chance to get my Drifter on the lift yet because it is still at my work shop. Good luck with whatever you get.
Posted by chief
- March 02, 2011, 17:42:02 PMThanks Gibby.
Posted by GIBBY
- March 02, 2011, 15:06:08 PMHey Chief,
I have the Harbor Freight manual lift that is good to 1000 lbs., item # 91764 that lists for $499.99 They often have this on sale for $299.99. I bought mine and paid $298.00 with the extended 2 year warranty. My brother gave me a Harbor Freight wheel chock, item #97841 for doing some maintenance on his bike. I mounted the wheel chock on the lift and man does it work slick. I drive right up on it and can easily dismount without worrying about my Nomad falling over. I have had it for about a year and am very happy with the set-up. I have not had a chance to get my Drifter on the lift yet because it is still at my work shop. Good luck with whatever you get.
Posted by Varooom
- February 28, 2011, 04:57:56 AMWell, then maybe the helmet locks would! Gotta be some strong area atop the shocks.
Swaying in the breeze,
Varooom
Posted by chief
- February 27, 2011, 12:16:19 PMLOL...not sure that seat bracket would hold 600+ pounds!
Posted by Varooom
- February 27, 2011, 05:09:01 AMI've always thought that it'd be nice to hoist mine from the headset and rear seat frame. Block and tackle and up she goes.
Varooom
Posted by chief
- February 25, 2011, 13:11:06 PMThanks guys. I am leaning towards the Harbor Freight air assist. Its the easiest for me to get... there is a store in Nashville.