Scissor lifts...

[Mav]

So I did a quick search and saw mostly references to table lifts, which isn't going to help me with changing wheels so I'm looking at a scissor lift. Right now I use a paddock stand for the rear and a car jack with a piece of wood under the sump...

Can anyone share any experience of using one of these on a bigger bike? I want it for my HP2. First question - the handle doesn't look particularly big to lifting near 200kgs. Second, I found this wider one, see below, but still a little curious as to how stable the bike will be on top.

 

[nick.ct]

My experience of them is that they tip due to play in the scissor action bit, ie the platform does not remain parallel to the base unless the centre of gravity of the bike is directly over the centre of the platform.

This is not always possible because there is not always a lot of choice of exactly where you position them under the bike

Also the thread on the jacking bolt wears quickly as its just an ordinary bolt and not one with a square cut thread.

Go hydraulic if you have the choice............. IMHO

 

[Paul G (BHT)]

Found this the bottom of my stocking on Christmas morning, I think 'Santa' got it from M&P for £100'ish

680kg lifting capability.

 

[MickDB1]

It will not help you out in a field but
When I swapped Skygods wheels over from SM to trail I hoisted the front end off floor with some "Light lifting Tackle" It should be almost impossible for the bike to fall on yer - Those scissor lifts are dodgy at best with a big bike
You will of course need something to attach too or maybe a engine hoist would work - Havent tried that

 

[Mav]

Found this the bottom of my stocking on Christmas morning, I think 'Santa' got it from M&P for £100'ish

That's a pretty desperate way to get some height chap

Thanks Nick - good feedback. One of the benefits of the scissor lift is just how small it packs up when not being used and the garage is already got way too much stuff in it.

I guess when combined with a paddock stand for the rear wheel, maybe it would be stable enough?

 

[MikeP]

I've had this Pro-Bike one for some time and it's stable enough as long as one wheel is on the deck.

 

[High-Tower]

If you've got trusses in your garage roof - ratchet straps?

Or from a strong tree branch in the garden

 

[Mutley]

So I did a quick search and saw mostly references to table lifts, which isn't going to help me with changing wheels so I'm looking at a scissor lift.

I have both. You need a scissor lift under the bike when it's on a table lift to ensure it's stable when you strap it down

Most of them use a socket set to wind them up, so no bother with strength. The issue without a table lift is where do you strap the now unstable bike to?

 

[Hustler]

I've got one of these, very stable and very heavy.

 

[Losttheplot]

I've got one of these, very stable and very heavy.

I've been looking at one of these myself, but cant find one rated for more than 130kg.s

 

[boxer]

I have both. You need a scissor lift under the bike when it's on a table lift to ensure it's stable when you strap it down

+1

Table lift: the best accessory for your bike you'll ever buy.

 

[Hustler]

I've been looking at one of these myself, but cant find one rated for more than 130kg.s

I'm sure mine must be rated for more than that but I've had it for years now and don't know the original spec. I'm afraid.
I use it for trail, enduro type bikes but unless you had some sort of ramp then the bike needs to be lifted / manhandled on to the lift.
A very, very good piece of kit though.

 

[Mav]

I'm sure mine must be rated for more than that but I've had it for years now and don't know the original spec. I'm afraid.
I use it for trail, enduro type bikes but unless you had some sort of ramp then the bike needs to be lifted / manhandled on to the lift.
A very, very good piece of kit though.

Is that because it's too high?

There's quite a bit more ground clearance on the HP...

 

[cookie]

i have had this british built one for several years. built like a brick shithouse, very stable, no wobbles.

sorry, no brand name on it.

 

[Hustler]

Is that because it's too high?

There's quite a bit more ground clearance on the HP...

Yes, too high but I wouldn't think you'd need too much lifting though.
Perfect for something like an HP2.
I wouldn't have any doubt whatsoever that it could lift the weight, although I don't know this for a fact.
Mine is not the exact same model of the photograph in my posting although it is similar but the photograph was just something I found via google.
I'll go in the garage tomorrow and measure the height at its lowest setting and I'll also check to see if there are any stickers about weight that it could lift.

 

[Mistacat]

I use a cheap scissor lift from busters on the bike table, had a 1600 cruiser 320kgs on it without any problems.
I think the secret is good straps and plenty of grease on the thread.

 

[Ash]

no problem with a 1150GSA.........

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[Hustler]

Here's a picture of mine.
Height at lowest setting is 14 1/2".
And maximum weight sticker shows 135 kg which backs up what Losttheplot was saying.
No makers name.