Any of y'all know of.......

[micmac]

I'm looking for some kind of safe secure I guess you would call a jack stand to put under my bike frame on the lift to get the tires off the deck. I have seen them before with kind of a sissors jack apparatus attached to get the desired height. And yes, my bikes don't go on the lift unless secured by no less than 4 straps manufactured in the USA. No Chi-Com crapola. Anyone knows of a good one please let me know. As always thanks.
Pete

[T. Cotten]

Most convenient for me, Pete,..

Was common Datsun/Toyota scissor jacks, as I have many.

It should be obvious that if its strapped to a table, you must loosen either the front or back (or both) to then lift one wheel, and re-secure it.

Getting both off the ground wouldn't be worth the hassle or risk on a table, so I never bothered for tire changes. It was always faster and easier on the patio, with a selection of lifts. (My commercial hydraulic required modification, and its a wobbly joke anyway.)
Often a stack of two-by-fours was the simplest, and gentlest on paint, by merely leaning the machine from side to side to raise the wheel.
LIFT1.jpg
It's side-of-the road advantage makes it Lift #1.

But usually, this design was speediest, and absolutely used the most:
lift A.JPG

But if both wheels absolutely had to come off the ground...:
LIFT.jpg

.....Cotten
PS: One shop I worked out of had a pair of funny car tires, and we would lay machines upon them!

[1939wl]

Hi Pete,
Made right here in the USA. in Sully, Iowa. I bought 2 of these 30 years ago, and use them on my lifts. They collapse down to 3.5" and will lift up to 13" (15" on the Universal lift).
The two that I have are still like new. They are pricey, but work like a dream.
Hope this helps,

Lo-Boy: https://handyindustries.com/product/...-scissor-jack/

Universal: https://handyindustries.com/product/...-scissor-jack/

Handy Lo-Boy-Scissor-Jack.jpg Handy Universal-Scissor-Jack.jpg

[exeric]

But usually, this design was speediest, and absolutely used the most:
lift A.JPG

But if both wheels absolutely had to come off the ground...:
LIFT.jpg

.....Cotten

I believe the bottom picture is of an Easy-Lift as I recall the brand name, Tom. It is a great lift if you're 25 years old and full-of-it. The last time (and I mean the last time) I used it was on my 1940 Chief. Once you start to yank on the lift handle, you better be committed, and willing to suffer a hernia because a half-assed effort will guarantee a disaster. The top picture lift looks like one an old dude could possibly handle.

To address, Pete's lift question. I bought a Harbor Freight Motorcycle/ATV hydraulic lift. I works, but it is not for the faint of heart as the bike is not secure, and balance is critical. If you attempt to take the rear wheel off, you will disturb the balance and have a problem. The only thing it is good for is to get the bike up, and block the frame securely with 4x4s. In other words, it was a waste of money.

[T. Cotten]

...I believe the bottom picture is of an Easy-Lift as I recall the brand name, Tom. It is a great lift if you're 25 years old and full-of-it.....

Can't say I've heard of the 'Easy-Lift', Eric..

Did I miss ads in chopper rags?

The double-cantilever lift was fabricated by a mentor, which I then improved (Duct tape, mostly).
The lever un-pins to get out of the way, and I admit it could be longer.

Still can't beat Japanese auto scissor jacks from the sixties through eighties, although they need duct tape cushions, too.
(They can be individually spaced for Big Twins, 45s, Sportsters, Chiefs. Scouts. etc.)

....Cotten

[JoJo357]

Here's my 2 cents worth. I usually use the full length motorcycle lift, but this lift is great as the back~up or axillary. If you strap the motorcycle down good, it's not going anywhere. Also, I usually put wood under the ft. & rr tires to stabilize, but you can always remove them to do wheel work also.


VEVOR Hydraulic Motorcycle Lift Jack 1500LBS. ATV Scissor Lift Jack with 4 Wheels Foot-Operated Hoist Stand for Motorcycle ATV MTCSJJYYB15004IG5V0


*M.A.D.*

[T. Cotten]

Here's my 2 cents worth. I usually use the full length motorcycle lift, but this lift is great as the back~up or axillary. If you strap the motorcycle down good, it's not going anywhere. Also, I usually put wood under the ft. & rr tires to stabilize, but you can always remove them to do wheel work also.


VEVOR Hydraulic Motorcycle Lift Jack 1500LBS. ATV Scissor Lift Jack with 4 Wheels Foot-Operated Hoist Stand for Motorcycle ATV MTCSJJYYB15004IG5V0


*M.A.D.*

So *M.A.D.*,..

How low does it go?

Can't find its specs, thanks in advance,...

.....Cotten

[otis71]

K & L supply makes a really stout scissor jack that is very steady. Almost as much money as the Handy but a little less.

[T. Cotten]

K & L supply makes a really stout scissor jack that is very steady. Almost as much money as the Handy but a little less.

How low does the K&L go, Otis?

....Cotten

[sswaney]

The K & L is 3 1/2" minimum height and 13" maximum. 1100 Lb capacity.
I've got a couple I use regularly and like them but their not cheap.

[micmac]

I have an air powered motorcycle lift. It has a vice on the front to secure the front wheel. It always secure with Pingle brand made in the USA straps. I have seen many bikes F***ed up by using Chi-Com Harbor Freight straps. I appreciate everyone's help as always. You guys are the best. 1939wl's suggestion appeals to me although at $475 (I think) im not sure I could remain married and try to explain that. I just need to get the wheels off the deck a few inches for maintenance and cleaning. Again, I am really appreciative that each and everyone took time out of your day to help me.
Thanks,
Pete

[JoJo357]

So *M.A.D.*,..

How low does it go?

Can't find its specs, thanks in advance,...

.....Cotten

The unit compresses to the height of around 3-1/2 inches.

M.A.D.*

[T. Cotten]

The K & L is 3 1/2" minimum height and 13" maximum. 1100 Lb capacity.
I've got a couple I use regularly and like them but their not cheap.

How much clearance does your Chief have, Pete?

....Cotten

[JoJo357]

I have an air powered motorcycle lift. It has a vice on the front to secure the front wheel. It always secure with Pingle brand made in the USA straps. I have seen many bikes F***ed up by using Chi-Com Harbor Freight straps. I appreciate everyone's help as always. You guys are the best. 1939wl's suggestion appeals to me although at $475 (I think) im not sure I could remain married and try to explain that. I just need to get the wheels off the deck a few inches for maintenance and cleaning. Again, I am really appreciative that each and everyone took time out of your day to help me.
Thanks,
Pete

Pete, then the one T. Cotten posted is the best for that type of work. Many of us have used & still do, these for our race motorcycles for years.

*M.A.D.*
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[micmac]

How much clearance does your Chief have, Pete?

....Cotten

I measure it when I head out to the shop. I would suspect my 46&47 have the same clearance. It's been kinda chilly up here the last few days I'm right on (300 feet) the Canadien border with Maine. aint been out much!
I watched this guy having breakfast this morning behind the house, he is walking on frozen saltwater. One of the biggest I've ever seen woingspan about 6 feet.