Just a word of caution - the Vevor stand is probably fine for a sub-300 lbs dirt bike. For my Africa Twin, it was a disaster in the making.Been thinking about something like this. Compact and can slide under a toolbox when I don't need it.
Good to know. Mine is a 400lb KLR so I may keep looking. I have thought about a rolling work table with eye bolts to tie it down.Just a word of caution - the Vevor stand is probably fine for a sub-300 lbs dirt bike. For my Africa Twin, it was a disaster in the making.
The base is not wide enough to provide 'tipping' support, especially when the bike is rolled (or even trying to roll) or you're 'persuading' a tight bolt to come loose.
On top of that, there's no easy way to get a tie-down attached without some fabrication.
My .02
Good heads-up. The bike I'd keep on the stand is more than likely the 500exc, which is very light.Just a word of caution - the Vevor stand is probably fine for a sub-300 lbs dirt bike. For my Africa Twin, it was a disaster in the making.
The base is not wide enough to provide 'tipping' support, especially when the bike is rolled (or even trying to roll) or you're 'persuading' a tight bolt to come loose.
On top of that, there's no easy way to get a tie-down attached without some fabrication.
My .02
Looks like it depends on which model you get. One is rated @ 350 lbs and the other is rated @ 1500 lbs. What seems strange is the 350 lb model is more expensive than the 1500 lb model?Just a word of caution - the Vevor stand is probably fine for a sub-300 lbs dirt bike. For my Africa Twin, it was a disaster in the making.
The base is not wide enough to provide 'tipping' support, especially when the bike is rolled (or even trying to roll) or you're 'persuading' a tight bolt to come loose.
On top of that, there's no easy way to get a tie-down attached without some fabrication.
My .02
The one I got was rated to 1,100 lbs with a manual screw and wheels. (here)Looks like it depends on which model you get. One is rated @ 350 lbs and the other is rated @ 1500 lbs. What seems strange is the 350 lb model is more expensive than the 1500 lb model?
Innovative, if nothing elseAnything should be better and safer then my normal lift.
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Post a pic of your bike on it & a short review for others that may contemplate going down this road.Looks like it depends on which model you get. One is rated @ 350 lbs and the other is rated @ 1500 lbs. What seems strange is the 350 lb model is more expensive than the 1500 lb model?
It showed up today. Easy installation of the casters and it was good to go. It 'just' cranked high enough to get the 500 lifted. Front tire still sat lightly on the ground butt cord be rolled around easily. Bike was as steady on this stand as my stationary one. I used a cordless drill and 7/8" socket to crank it up.It's not perfect but I'm thinking more and more it's this one. You can use a drill to raise or lower it apparently.
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Also post a pic of your KLR on the model you bought and give us a review of what you think.Good to know! I just pulled the trigger sunday on the scissor lift similar to that here. I paid $20 bucks more, doh! I don't need the castors but wanted a stable platform for working on the KLR. So it looks like I was close!
Will do. Putting it up to do a tire change Friday or Saturday.Also post a pic of your KLR on the model you bought and give us a review of what you think.
How did the rolling stand work out for you? ... Pic?Will do. Putting it up to do a tire change Friday or Saturday.
Also, please note proudly displayed TWT sticker on headlight shroud.It showed up today. Easy installation of the casters and it was good to go. It 'just' cranked high enough to get the 500 lifted. Front tire still sat lightly on the ground butt cord be rolled around easily. Bike was as steady on this stand as my stationary one. I used a cordless drill and 7/8" socket to crank it up.
That adds at least $1,000 in value to your bike plus you've distinguished yourself as a gentleman of refined tastes and comport.Also, please note proudly displayed TWT sticker on headlight shroud.
It showed up today. Easy installation of the casters and it was good to go. It 'just' cranked high enough to get the 500 lifted. Front tire still sat lightly on the ground butt cord be rolled around easily. Bike was as steady on this stand as my stationary one. I used a cordless drill and 7/8" socket to crank it up.
I'm not too sure however I was able to go from Study Butte, down river road East, to the state park at a pretty quick clip with no need for my fuel bottle. The 350 with me did need it though. Oh, and I'm a pretty heavy guy, so there's that as well.thx for posting this...i'm going to order one as well.
btw...i notice you have a 3 gal acerbis clear tank...
i just got one, can't decide if i want to slim down to that size just yet...
how far can you go w/ that 3 gal. acerbis tank?
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