The Mechanic
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Hello every GSer
Just got back from my hols in Greece, 40 degrees in the shade most days and a dam sight hotter in the open. Shorts and T shirt with leather slip on shoes for riding in that kind of weather, never once considered the rain thing.
Arrived home to be greeted by next door neighbour, get this thing off my patio please! (On 2 Wheels Bike Lift)
True to their word, the carriers for M & P didn't phone to advise me of any delivery date or time, so my bike lift arrived in my absence.
I have to say that the pictures in M & P catalogue do not do the thing justice. It is much wider than the photo suggests (a good thing) and the overall construction is very good. I'm happy with the price (£299.99 + £25 delivery) and it is sturdy and confidence inspiring unlike some other offerings available.
Minimal assembly of the (very generous) front wheel clamp and stabilser feet was all that was required. I lubricated all the bearings (yes it has a bearing race enclosed inside the wheel clamp spindle) and pivot points and spanner checked all nuts and bolts, popped the Transalp on and with a paddock stand on the swinging arm tried out the lift; bloody excellent with two locking devices in case the hydraulics fail.
I recommend this lift if you are looking to buy one, check M & P web site www.MandP.com can't say much about the delivery though. If you buy one get some tie downs as well for added safety. Maximum weight for the lift to handle is 1000 lbs.
Just got back from my hols in Greece, 40 degrees in the shade most days and a dam sight hotter in the open. Shorts and T shirt with leather slip on shoes for riding in that kind of weather, never once considered the rain thing.
Arrived home to be greeted by next door neighbour, get this thing off my patio please! (On 2 Wheels Bike Lift)
True to their word, the carriers for M & P didn't phone to advise me of any delivery date or time, so my bike lift arrived in my absence.
I have to say that the pictures in M & P catalogue do not do the thing justice. It is much wider than the photo suggests (a good thing) and the overall construction is very good. I'm happy with the price (£299.99 + £25 delivery) and it is sturdy and confidence inspiring unlike some other offerings available.
Minimal assembly of the (very generous) front wheel clamp and stabilser feet was all that was required. I lubricated all the bearings (yes it has a bearing race enclosed inside the wheel clamp spindle) and pivot points and spanner checked all nuts and bolts, popped the Transalp on and with a paddock stand on the swinging arm tried out the lift; bloody excellent with two locking devices in case the hydraulics fail.
I recommend this lift if you are looking to buy one, check M & P web site www.MandP.com can't say much about the delivery though. If you buy one get some tie downs as well for added safety. Maximum weight for the lift to handle is 1000 lbs.