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Inexpensive mc lift

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#1 ·
I don't know if anyone has seen this yet or not but I came across this while searching lifts on youtube last night - effective and inexpensive. Looks like a quick and easy method for checking fluid levels.

 
#17 ·
That is very cool!

I need something like this after I lowered the bike 2.5" because no other bike lift fits under the bike anymore :biglaugh:
Yep' I gotta run mine up on some 2 x 4's to get the jack under it.
 
#3 ·
What's "quick and easy" is having a block to put under your kickstand.

I know what you mean though, this one can be made with scrap and it does get the wheel off the ground for cleaning or whatever.
 
#4 ·
Yup, quick and easy. And how about if the bike gets bumped or rolls ahead and the pipe handle springs up and smacks the guy in the head (just like a rake handle in the cartoons)? :biglaugh:

Just 'cause something works doesn't make it a smart or safe thing to do.

BTW, C50TinAB, just exactly where in AB are you?
 
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Yup, quick and easy. And how about if the bike gets bumped or rolls ahead and the pipe handle springs up and smacks the guy in the head (just like a rake handle in the cartoons)? :biglaugh:

Just 'cause something works doesn't make it a smart or safe thing to do.
that is what I have always thought about these as well, And know my luck would catch it right in the sack :biglaugh:
 
#10 ·
A safety lock on this device is dead easy. Just have a second hole and a piece of pipe or rod that slides in from the front after the bike is up. Thanks for the useful tip, C50TinAB. Gonna make myself one real soon.
 
#12 ·
Excellent idea. Just a thought...rather than another hole and pipe I'm wondering if after the bike is up if one couldn't just push the lift handle farther through the hole so half the pipe is on either side of the block?



I put two 2x8s together and it makes it more stable than having just one. Plus I put an old bathmat on it so the wood doesn't rub against the frame. Its simple and easy for changing the oil and other minor things. For valve adjustments and other larger jobs I put the bike up on a proper mc jack with tie downs.
Exactly what I was thinking this would be good for - checking oil and coolant levels and doing other small jobs. Doubling it up is a good idea as well. I noticed in the video the guy beveled one side of the block. I guess that makes it easier for the bike to roll onto the wood or is it even necessary?
 
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I put two 2x8s together and it makes it more stable than having just one. Plus I put an old bathmat on it so the wood doesn't rub against the frame. Its simple and easy for changing the oil and other minor things. For valve adjustments and other larger jobs I put the bike up on a proper mc jack with tie downs.
 
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#18 ·
I have been using mine anytime I work on my bike.

I put the break over pole all the way through the boards. Then made a fancy handle with electrical tape.



I used this lift when I lowered my bike 2 inches. After setting my bike down after installing the lowering links, I found the bolts would not go under the frame. I had to grind the old ones off and counter sink the new bolts.



I added eyelets on both sides to strap the bike down. Also added carpet so I would not scratch the frame as badly.

 
#20 ·
Might be better off to move those LEDs to the inside of the frame rails. Still get the under glow but don't rush losing them if the bike bottoms out it when using a lift.

This 2x8 lift is a great idea for small jobs like everyone is saying. I've used one for a while now, it's a lot easier than wrestling out the bigger lift every time.
 
#21 ·
The real trick to make this thing stable is to use two boards sandwiched together. I have bumped my bike pretty good a few times on this stand and I haven't had an issue.
 
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