DIY Build a Lazy Susan/Turntable for Your Motorcycle (under $25)

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  • Actually under $25! My backyard is 12ft wide. I needed something that spun my bike in dirt for dirt cheap. Get the lazy susan here - amzn.to/2R067HW
    Q: How heavy is your bike?
    A: 584 pounds wet (full fluids and full tank of gas)
    Q: Where can I buy that lazy susan?
    A: Amazon! amzn.to/2R067HW
    Q: What's the length of the long board?
    A: 8ft
    Q: What's the length of the short board (base)?
    A: 2ft
    / benrenschen

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  • @ishconsult
    @ishconsult ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I just got done building my “Lazy Susan” and it is working great! Cost me a bit more then yours did due to the price of lumber. It was still less then $50 and I’m very happy to spend that amount ( or more) for something that prevents aggravation and tension from almost dropping my bike every time I tried to maneuver it in and out of my backyard shed. As a 76 year old that still loves to ride, this contraption is priceless. Thank you very much for this well done video. 😃

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s great to hear! Ya it saved me a 6+ point turn every day. And I had a light bike. Super handy in tight spaces. Not sure what you’re riding but the next one I build, I’ll prob go with a sturdier wood which will definitely bring the price tag up. Nice thing too is the lazy susans we’re using are rated at 1000lbs so great for most bikes. Safe ridin!

  • @johnoleary9317
    @johnoleary9317 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    For the definition of
    Genius.
    Look up this man.
    Respect.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right back at ya John. Thank you for the kind words!

  • @timquain5341
    @timquain5341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was so satisfying to watch. The music, no voices, the bike sound, the methodic approach. Love it man. Nice work.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, Tim. I appreciate that you "get it".

  • @koochie88
    @koochie88 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Ben! This is exactly what I need. Simple but effective. Thanks for sharing the build.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course! Hope the build turns out great!

  • @Wooley689
    @Wooley689 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have to say you made it look easy and a great idea.

  • @parnell2014
    @parnell2014 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    That was great, very concise and easy to follow. Good job on the build. Thanks for posting it!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Of course! This month marks 1 year since the build and it still works great! Signs of wear, but still does the job well!

  • @wattzmonster583
    @wattzmonster583 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Killer idea! Perfect project for Quarantine 😲 Definitely gonna make a couple for self and friends. Thank you man!! Keep Rockin & Ride On!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wattz Monster That’s awesome! Total quarantine project if you have the supplies to make it happen. Don’t hesitate to share the build with me when it’s done!

  • @chinwakebhai
    @chinwakebhai 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the thinking and execution of this project. Simple and easy to follow. Great job !!!!

  • @josephbonk7384
    @josephbonk7384 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I built my turntable in about 25 mins. using this video. It's the best one on TH-cam. Thanks broski.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome man. Love that!!

  • @motneyhill7375
    @motneyhill7375 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Many thanks for your video. I copied it and can now turn around my BMW 1100 in my shed. Brilliant!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      motney hill that’s awesome!! of course!!! Any interest in sharing a quick video via email?

  • @anderson3510
    @anderson3510 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So good and exactly what I was looking for.
    I have three bikes in my garage with another two more coming soon. I hate doing the Austin Powers turn to get them sorted after a ride.
    I really wanted a turn table but did not want to spend big money on one. This one is simple and effective.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ya that million point turn was the main enemy! Enjoy the build. I'd love to see a pic when you're done building.

  • @kv1206
    @kv1206 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've seen a lot of videos on different ideas this is the best and most inexpensive one good job man.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      politicalobservor awesome dude. Ya "cheap" was the crux to pulling this off! Still works about a year later too.

  • @cmd247
    @cmd247 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've made one of these before. They work, but make sure your feet can reach down when you climb up the extra few inches on the board. If not, you could tip over when you reach the top. You'll have to add extra smaller boards to the sides of the main board so you can put your feet down. Sorry if this sounds complicated. It's really not.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That makes perfect sense. Luckily that bike rides low, but I did think about adding those sideboards in the event I picked up an adventure bike or something. How'd you fix your side boards to the main board?

  • @edwardjackson9871
    @edwardjackson9871 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    just watched some other vids. This is by far the best and simplest. Thanks for sharing.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ya man absolutely. That was the reason I made a vid!

  • @centralcoastadvcrew2183
    @centralcoastadvcrew2183 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great that some people have the skills and ingenuity to DIY. Congrats, brother.

  • @eweepurburger
    @eweepurburger 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is brilliant! I watched the getting on and turning and riding of a few times.... Perfect👌stop sign looks useful too!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      eweepurburger it worked for a good 18 months before I pitched it!

  • @halo3master11100
    @halo3master11100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    hey mate, thanks for this . I just made one following you guide for my triumph speedmaster 865. works a treat, no more 10 point turns.... thanks

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      A Man haha that was as me too! Glad you were able to duplicate. If you ever get a vid of it, please send over!!

  • @proudpict2057
    @proudpict2057 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a cool idea, it has a lot of potential.

  • @dmedina6835
    @dmedina6835 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hats off to this man -

  • @Ladosligese
    @Ladosligese 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    more people should start using Torx heads instead of the ancient phillips etc .. ty for the video dude

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome. Out of curiosity, what makes you say that about torx?

  • @MrArsefuck
    @MrArsefuck 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Simple, cheap and easy. Awesome. Thanks man.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Chris Wood of course!

  • @gregg9694
    @gregg9694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ingenious and simple. Thanks!

  • @peroduanippa
    @peroduanippa 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A great piece of stuff.

  • @charlesmorris8491
    @charlesmorris8491 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Legend has it that he is still on that lazy Susan turning circles... The bike finally ran out of gas.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  ปีที่แล้ว

      The truth is that the man ran out of gas and the bike spins on without him.

    • @charlesmorris8491
      @charlesmorris8491 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen hahaha! Thanks for the idea.

  • @SirVesas
    @SirVesas 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Friggin' awesome build dude! Exactly what I was looking for! Thanks for posting this!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Of course! Glad it was helpful! Super simple too.

  • @paintcorrectionoftexas556
    @paintcorrectionoftexas556 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bro made my life so much easier in a packed garage thanks for the idea

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Christopher Brown great! I bet it’ll last a while if it’s protected from the elements!! Lmk how it goes!

  • @ModernGolfer
    @ModernGolfer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Simple. Effective. Give that man an 'engineering degree'. Kudos, Ben! ;-)

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll take it!! haha

    • @johnbrockafeller
      @johnbrockafeller 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good for you with some back yard ingenuity. Thats the way it used to be for generations in this country. Now people just buy something on ebay or Amazon and dont THINK about solutions. We can ALL tell you how you could improve it. But you had a NEED. And set out to build your own cheap idea that totally WORKS. And you didn't need it to be permanent of fancy. Glad to see sombody under 30 looking up from they're cell phone long enough to actually DO something constructive. My hat is off to ya Buddy. Luckily, I have a nice garage to park my HUGE Yamaha 1300 Royal Star Tour Deluxe in. I did the 8 point turn cuz didnt want to back out. Problem...not enough room inside for lazy susan idea. And the metal bike gliders they sell are expensive and CHEAPLY made. SO --I BACK OUT ;)

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate that a lot. And I agree with ya. Did what I needed and suuuper cheap. Thatʻs a beast of a bike. Looks like about 850! Iʻm only 600lbs. And I wish I was in my 20ʻs-about to cross the 35 mark! Either way, I agree with you whole heartedly. I shoot photos a lot too and as much as I try to publish my photo work on Instagram, Iʻll never keep up with the desire to just shoot as an excuse to be in nature. Nothing beats practical know-how in the real world. *I hope someone else says that 20 years from now. Thanks again John!

  • @rubyfirefly2582
    @rubyfirefly2582 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it. And so easy. Thank you for sharing this.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course. Super easy and cheap was the priority!

  • @carriejosephson426
    @carriejosephson426 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Absolutely fantastic idea mate I'm making mine today...thank you for this video tutorial...safe riding mate 😊😊

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Great! Right back at ya!

  • @jeeptrucklover72
    @jeeptrucklover72 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! Very creative!!!

  • @bobtom7033
    @bobtom7033 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the hook up! I'll be building one of these this weekend.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bob Tom awesome! Let me know how it goes!!

    • @bobtom7033
      @bobtom7033 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen The lazy susan wont be delivered til next week. This is so cool thanks again.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bob Tom awesome. Have fun with the build!

  • @pengyG10
    @pengyG10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great Job !!!! great Video !!! I will be making that in the future

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome Glenn! If you share your success anywhere, please drop a link so we can see it in action!

  • @ch47av8r
    @ch47av8r 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lubing the screws with beeswax from an old candle or ivory soap bar will make driving wood screws much easier in wood. Cool project.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      ch47av8r that's a cool tip. I'll give it a go next time!

  • @leechamberlain1273
    @leechamberlain1273 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I thank you for posting this . I have purchased two purpouse made motorcycle movers , neither of them work as ground is too rough. I am going to order lazy susan from amazon right now . As long as I can turn bike round thats all that matters . Cheers Ben

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's great Paul! You're very welcome. I too was really the needing something for rough ground. I think that's why this build works for a lot of people. Small wheels on a sectioned concrete slab just doesn't cut it in a lot of situations. I'm stoked that you're giving it go!

  • @cathycraig1301
    @cathycraig1301 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is GREAT. This is exactly what I’ve been looking for. Thank you!!!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course!!!

    • @danielsimmons2114
      @danielsimmons2114 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sure it I's it didn't cost him nothing but my dad's time in the wood power tools

  • @jonau3546
    @jonau3546 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow. I'd like to add a platform for the kickstand and put wheels on that so i can use it for a dolly as well. Amazing, i will try to build this. Thank you!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! Ya if you pull it off, please share! Obviously, I went for the cheapo version in uneven dirt. Anything that required a kickstand mount seemed to require a lot more effort and reinforced by metal.

  • @robk9563
    @robk9563 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd put some lube on the lazy suzan for the weather and also miter each end of the long board to make it easier to roll the bike on. Great idea & job!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lube is definitely a good idea. It took about 10 months before it started to feel noticeably gravely in it's turning. And I'm in LA where the weather doesn't change all that much, but a little lube would've definitely helped. As for the ends, I made 45 degree cuts within a week. Good recommendation!

  • @CyberTransport
    @CyberTransport 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is awesome. Thanks for posting it.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course. Good luck on your build if you're doing it.

  • @gillesmartel1448
    @gillesmartel1448 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant!!!

  • @mountaingoat168
    @mountaingoat168 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Brother, gonna make mine this weekend.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Of course! Let us know how it goes!

  • @lhoanii
    @lhoanii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude! Slick as hell! Thanx

  • @siouxseq549
    @siouxseq549 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh, a man after my own heart. It's the most brilliant bodge. I think we even have some timber that will do. I am so fed up with trying to shove my bike backwards up a gravelly mound into the shed. Now in one bold move I can zoom up the ramp, gravel flying, and twizzle elegantly round on this brilliant thing. I have longish legs and a CBF 250 so I'll reach the floor. I guess I might screw it up now and then but hey. Thank you bro'.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're very welcome! You saw my dirt backyard. Those Austin Powers turns got so old so quick! Love hearing that this little lazy susan did the trick for your Honda.

  • @mattlambert9454
    @mattlambert9454 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cheers mate excellent will def be building one 👍

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, Matt. Let me know how it goes.

  • @fagen2222
    @fagen2222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now that brilliant going to make one have looked at other ones that are more complicated

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you like it Tony!

  • @chuckspeer2163
    @chuckspeer2163 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thankyou I appreciate your instructions

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Of course.

  • @barcelonaclinic4670
    @barcelonaclinic4670 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The place where I store my FJR1300 is small, so this came up as a wonderful solution. Tx.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amazing. Yup, as you can see that was my issue too!

  • @lowrider692000
    @lowrider692000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh wow got to build me one of these...cheers biker dude

  • @onetakeadventureswithjoeld4679
    @onetakeadventureswithjoeld4679 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome deal

  • @nzbeeker1
    @nzbeeker1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s awesome. I have the bearing now. Now to get busy.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      good luck! let me know how it turns out!

    • @nzbeeker1
      @nzbeeker1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ben Renschen I will, thanks.

  • @CC-gf3nt
    @CC-gf3nt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect! simple great idea.....I have a similar situation in a carport, the twenty point turn arounds SUCK!!! I ordered the susan..be here (hopefully Corona Free) 14th of May...this is 2020. The year no one will forget. I have an Ultra Classic, i hope it holds 870 plus#'s stable enough. This would be slick! I'll let you know. Thanks again for your time on this.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Carmino Chellino 20 pt turns suck!! I guess you could source some stronger wood if weight was a concern. If you check the comments, I think some people may have mentioned it working (or not) at heavier weights. Either way, please report back if it works or not!

    • @CC-gf3nt
      @CC-gf3nt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen will do. the turntable is supposed to be delivered 14th...TBC.

    • @sawyerramos3113
      @sawyerramos3113 ปีที่แล้ว

      hahahaha mine is a 25 point turn, sick of it. How did it work out for you?

  • @rogerhurd6434
    @rogerhurd6434 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice.

  • @johnnybryant6649
    @johnnybryant6649 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing this... Once I back out of my garage there is no turning my bike around... Without great difficulty. I was wondering if I make the bottom board longer it would support my kickstand,or if I will need something else... My bike is very heavy 750 pounds wet. When I put kickstand down it already leans way to much. Any ideas

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good question. The only cheap/easy thing that comes to mind (but haven't tried) would be to attach another cut of board to That way you could flip out the the base board (2ft one in the video) with a hinge. You might have to introduce metal to the equation. Again, my approach was crude and cheap. I'm sure with some finessing you could make it happen!

  • @cjleveille2626
    @cjleveille2626 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hahahaha omg that's such simple genius. I'm definitely giving this a go

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey CJ! If you do I would love to see how it goes for ya.

  • @rowdyrodb
    @rowdyrodb 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome...

  • @robdedgar
    @robdedgar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good idea! Thanks

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man! If you build, please share here!

  • @KevinLam86
    @KevinLam86 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome solution to turning a bike in a tight spot. I would also carve out a channel at the front of the board to make it easier to drive up on. And anchor it down. You can dig a hole and pour some concrete for a solid mount.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed with both of those things! If it wasn't a rental house, I'd definitely consider a concrete pour. It would push the cost above $25, but might be worth it!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      FYI - there's a few more anchoring suggestions below. As I haven't anchored before I'm not sure the best approach, but under Wooley689's comment, someone mentions using some bent rebar too.

  • @nightofthe8765
    @nightofthe8765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simple and cheap, but above all does the job.
    May I suggest a slight mod. Each end of the long board could do with cutting at an angle so to acts more like a ramp so its easier to run the bike up onto it.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree 100%. I didn't have a miter saw and the crappy saw I used in the vid busted after only a few cuts. But ya for sure those simple cuts would do wonders!

  • @ricardo6861
    @ricardo6861 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent ❤

  • @jimmydishkawnt
    @jimmydishkawnt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pure genius!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Jimmy! Works like a charm if you pick a strong enough wood to support your bike weight!

  • @wisecampmotorcycles8258
    @wisecampmotorcycles8258 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work man, simple, but practical. I don't know about durability, if your going to leave that out in the weather. Could already see that board flexing on your first try. Great design, I might try building the same design, but with a steel frame.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! Ya steel frame would've put me over budget both in material and rust protection. But if you go for it please share! My next build, I'd definitely consider a steel frame and weather "proofing". My bike is fairly light (584lbs wet), and it lasted well over a year before I had to move and didn't need the turntable anymore.

  • @amglover4361
    @amglover4361 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video, I'm going to make one myself. I was thinking that, as mine will be sitting on a hard garage floor, perhaps I don't even need the smaller piece of wood and that the lazy susan can sit straight on the floor. Appreciate that wouldn't work in your case, with a dirt floor

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If that’s the case I probably wouldn’t use pine wood. That bike was 584lbs and the top board on my build bowed a bit when mounted. In your scenario it would probably scrape a concrete floor when rotating to the point of being a problem/nuisance. Though maybe there’s some low profile casters that are strong enough for the underside of the ends of the top board. You could always try it with cheap materials and add your base/bottom board if necessary.

  • @doogiehowser78
    @doogiehowser78 ปีที่แล้ว

    that's just genius . I'm going to make me one like that , i was thinking i need something elaborate like dig a round hole out and concrete with a stub axle from a car and a round steel plate with support casters around the outside of the plate , but this will do the trick nicely , simple cheap and effective

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup and that was the goal. Lowest level of effort but gets the job done. But your approach would be a nice long term solution. If you do it you’ll have to share a link if you post photos or vids publicly.

  • @knightingalesaid
    @knightingalesaid 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s awesome!!

  • @Doug56
    @Doug56 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant Idea, great post, thanks for sharing. only problem I have is, finding a Lazy Susan, or something similar in the UK.

    • @Doug56
      @Doug56 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Loads on eBay, So I've ordered one.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh amazing! Ya I saw a handful on amazon.co.uk, but not sure if/what would be shipped internationally and cost additional custom's fees. For the sake of anyone else purchasing out of the UK, would you mind dropping a link your search results on eBay?

    • @Doug56
      @Doug56 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Ben, there are quite a lot of UK sellers on eBay, stocking 12" Lazy Susans at £10.55 which is $14.95 mine came within 2 days, problem is, I didnt read the description for the one I bought, and its a 100lb capacity, Wa Wa Waaaa, my bike is a 1700 Roadstar Silverado weighing in at 330k or 776lb, I'm still going to use It though, It looks identical to yours, If it fails i will have to by a stronger one.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh whoa! Obviously, this is 100% your call, but I would seriously consider saving yourself the work of doing it twice. It's only two more days. The reason being, the longer board (that you ride your bike up onto) is going bow/bend a little bit. When that happens, the construction of the 450kg lazy susan will handle the bending weight. I'm guessing here, but I'd bet the 100lbs lazy susan (especially if it's the square top/bottom one) will likely break apart. It's less about the ball bearings and more about the construction of the lazy susan relative to what the weight does to the boards. BUT if you end up trying with success with your 100lbs lazy susan, please let me know! I'd be very curious! That'd be crazy if it worked!

    • @jester-j8073
      @jester-j8073 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Got mine from Amazon

  • @lisavanalstine6179
    @lisavanalstine6179 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    u made that look too easy, and i need one for my bike too! I have to check the footprint of the bike, mine might be a bit longer. TY

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SO worth it! I was doing 10-point turns before. It was ridiculous. I'm imagining your fix is as simple as a longer pine board to start with. I started w/ a 10ft length (cut into 8ft ramp + 2ft base). Maybe 12ft will give you the 10ft ramp you need and you still have a 2ft base.
      Also, remember that the weight of your bike isn't necessarily distributed at the exact center of your bike. In other words, don't just measure the length of your bike and make your ramp cuts. You'll want to make sure you have extra inches (up to a foot) on the front and back. Then you can cut the ends of the ramp as necessary...but that can easily be done once you've put the pieces together.
      Let me know how it goes!

  • @James-tt7vg
    @James-tt7vg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very cool !!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Neeko_Z
    @Neeko_Z 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So good

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Neeko. Let me know if you end up building. Would love to see results!

  • @stephenfricke9298
    @stephenfricke9298 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant

  • @pmaint1
    @pmaint1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great idea. Thanks I'll definitely give this a shot. Beats buying a jack lift which is what I was going to do.However it's totally unnecessary to drill pilot holes in pine. just drive those screws.
    Also making multiplearks on your boards is a total waste of time when you're using a T square. Not picking on you just trying to save people time. Excellent job! Where did you get that lazy suzy?

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can't say I'm carpenter. I knew there'd be little things like that. Got the lazy susan on amazon. The link to the exact one is the description (if it's still available). Otherwise any 1000lbs capacity one should do. It's the wood that's going to stretch under the weight of your bike obviously.

  • @sharonmyers1077
    @sharonmyers1077 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome

  • @edcocruz9088
    @edcocruz9088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect.

  • @davenichol6544
    @davenichol6544 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you wanted to use it for parking, i think that another removable board would work with bolts out the bottom. The bolts could slide into holes in the base and then the side stand could rest on that. The board would buck up to the main board to keep it from spinning while on the stand.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      definitely dig that idea. I'd love to see someone build a parkable version while keeping it super cheap. That was why I made this one. Everything else required metal work which I wasn't interested in. My only concern would be the longer plank bowing over time with sustained weight. At least for a single 2x12. I'm sure there's a solve for that that wouldn't be too crazy. If you ever end up pulling that off for some reason, would love to see it!

    • @johnbrockafeller
      @johnbrockafeller 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      On the AMAZON add for the lazy susan you posted, when saving it to a "list", there are suggested-related items. One was mountable roller ball bearings. So to answer the Idea Dave Nichol suggested, you could add a couple of those to each end of the board you drive on. Thus letting the 8'-2x12 roll easier on a concrete floor and give it some support---"SAG ISSUE". But would raise the ride on "BUMP" just a bit. But probably still doable. And raise your price tag just a bit. But this was a No frills great idea. Thats how they did HUGE trains back in the day. WELL DONE. As Red Green used to say.." If the Women don't find ya HANDSOME, at least they'll find ya HANDY !"

    • @johnbrockafeller
      @johnbrockafeller 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      OR if you have a center stand and a garage.....buy this th-cam.com/video/u_Sdu57bNSQ/w-d-xo.html

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@johnbrockafeller hahaha! Apologies for missing this comment from a few months back. That's a good alternative. Also awesome to know that's how they used to do it for big machinery like trains. Thanks for getting back to Dave on this!

  • @ispep1162
    @ispep1162 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👍👏 very nice

  • @danahughes8183
    @danahughes8183 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Add a caster on each end of the top/long board , to stop the bowing and help it rotate ..

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Dana - I think that'd be an amazing (and cheap) addition that would help a lot of people with heavier bikes! Since I look at this build like a community project, do you have any recommendations on casters that might work in a dirt application with reasonably low clearance? I certainly thought about that, but ultimately didn't find anything that fit the bill. Let me know!

  • @michaelquintana7553
    @michaelquintana7553 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is Great!!!! Great Job!!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!

    • @michaelquintana7553
      @michaelquintana7553 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen your welcome, I'm going to use it on another application, creating a box shed 360 go round

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michaelquintana7553 that’s a good idea. I’ve seen another guy do that. He had his bike shed in his backyard but little more than a walking path to get his bike in and out. Have fun on the build!

    • @michaelquintana7553
      @michaelquintana7553 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen jajajaja will try

  • @snagbrock
    @snagbrock 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Ben, wow great idea my house is the same,short on space ..also I'm short on my inside leg measurements, I'm just getting my toes down on ground when I'm on the bike..any ideas as your platform looks high...

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Frankie - that’s a good question. So I’m about 5’ 10” and obviously it depends on you and your bike, but with this build you’re only lifting off the ground about 3-3.5 inches. Each board in my vid is going to be about 1.5” in height in their position as seen. Add another fraction of an inch for the lazy Susan. The only thing I could thing of (for you) is if you made a much larger base to also support you putting your feet down - at least you could keep 1.5” less height to the ground. Short on a bike is tough but I have to imagine there’s a way to get crafty. Even if it’s tossin on some home made (over boot) slip on clogs w/ rubber lining on the bottom for grip.

    • @snagbrock
      @snagbrock 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen
      Ben,I love your line "I have to imagine there's a way to get crafty".. brilliant...your right, imagination is the key.A larger platform might be an answer,the "boot attachment" Idea, yet again great ,I will keep you updated.. thanks for getting back so quickly.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@snagbrock of course! Good luck and report back if you figure out a solution!

  • @richardault8783
    @richardault8783 ปีที่แล้ว

    for a few more dollars you need to get some old bed rails (yard sale). you'll need to do some cutting and drilling but you can use them to stiffen the top board for heavier bikes. 5 or 6 feet on each side centered is plenty. or if you can find some old angle iron/steel laying around, clean them up to look pretty. i think you put the lazy susan upside down by the way.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah totally could do some kind of rails. I went for lowest effort and cheapest I could get away with. It certainly lasted the 18 months of daily use. But this is also California and didn’t get much rain so didn’t have to worry about warping.

  • @rosstilling7663
    @rosstilling7663 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would this work if adapted for a mobility scooter how heavy is your bike?

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey Ross - I really think it would if you can figure out the build. my bike is 584lbs. And the load capacity on my lazy susan is 1000lbs. So you should be good! If you do that I’d love to see the final product!

  • @Magicinstalls
    @Magicinstalls 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent! But what happens when you put the kick stand down?

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Steve Bennet you fall over!

    • @aloisius4188
      @aloisius4188 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen
      Seriously. Where / how does the kickstand get planted??

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@aloisius4188 it doesn’t in my design bc it wasn’t necessary. If you figure out how to fix it securely in your design please share!

  • @joe8513
    @joe8513 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Who is downvoting this video? People who enjoy doing the Austin Powers turn and dropping their bike?
    Soon as it warms up, I'll be building one for my Rocket. I may splash out on CCH since it'll sit outside most of the time.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha seriously?! Totally got tired of the 10-pt turn hahaha. But ya know, it prob wasn't what they needed and they're grumpy I did make the video for them. Where's the CCH?

  • @robertgabriel7553
    @robertgabriel7553 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No speakers on my computer so couldn't hear any commentary. Where did you buy the lazy susan? Great video!!!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you like it! Here's the exact one I bought: amzn.to/2R067HW

  • @albertkoeniges2173
    @albertkoeniges2173 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome idea for the budget minded motorcyclist! Where do you get the lazy Susan part from Home Depot or kitchen supply warehouse.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I got mine on Amazon but I’m sure you could find a heavier duty one at Home Depot or Lowe’s or something.

    • @albertkoeniges2173
      @albertkoeniges2173 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks 👍

  • @ghost.raffaele
    @ghost.raffaele 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Genio!

  • @michaeljameson221
    @michaeljameson221 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You know tbat lazy susan is upside down, right? They are directional...The side with the big access holes goes on top. It will wear the bearings way faster that way if you don't flip it over..

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Whoops. At least the point is made that this is possible, right? haha

  • @mandan6495
    @mandan6495 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Sorry I missed this from ONE YEAR AGO! haha

  • @flyurway
    @flyurway 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pretty novel idea. But I have to ask, when you have a square why do you have to measure 4 marks to draw a perpendicular line? All you need is one or maybe 2 if you really need.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good question. Probably being unnecessarily thorough bc that’s how my brain works. Haha

  • @kathygeorge5385
    @kathygeorge5385 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is this wide enough for the kickstand to come down if you have a Harley

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What I built was not for storage, but it probably wouldn’t be too much work to figure out how to make that work.

  • @ctguy1955
    @ctguy1955 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well My bike is 730 pounds and when
    centered, both 8 Foot wood ends touch the ground
    and I can’t turn it with Me on the bike.
    If I get off, the 3 5/8’s height prevents
    Me from using the kick stand without
    a board under it, and that board gets in the way of
    the 2 foot section on the shed floor. Shed is 10 foot
    deep and 16 feet wide with 2 Harley’s.
    I finally took a 2X4 and cut two 1 1/2" pieces and
    screwed them into the sides and now it can hold
    either bike and I can do a 90 degree turn and back the
    bike into its parking space and put the dolly up in the
    shelving area, out of the way.
    At least I did not have to spend any more money, and glad the 2 x 4 worked for My problem.

  • @Burgerdog75
    @Burgerdog75 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I built one of these from your video and posted it to TikTok and everyone is asking me who and where to get info so I’m sending them to your page. 🤜🏻🤛🏻🤙🏻🤘🏻

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s awesome!! Thanks for sharing. How’d your build turn out??

    • @Burgerdog75
      @Burgerdog75 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen turned out great. Thanks for your video

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Burgerdog75 love to hear that. And you’re very welcome.

    • @Burgerdog75
      @Burgerdog75 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen @burgerdog75 TikTok

  • @TLYRIDER
    @TLYRIDER ปีที่แล้ว

    I like that bike which model and year is that?

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Slightly modded 2007 Honda Shadow VT750. I hated the tank paint jobs on those things and was lucky to find one where the previous owner already took care of that.

  • @deitreider9055
    @deitreider9055 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Молодец парень. Жму руку.

  • @dalethebelldiver7740
    @dalethebelldiver7740 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Darn; now I have to change the plans of the new building. I like the idea of rotating the bike in the shop. I will need to also build this on tracks to slide the bike against the wall after I’ve rotated it.
    I’ll use this concept.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That sounds like an awesome build. Please share when you finish!

  • @duanem3658
    @duanem3658 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you find that lady Susan thingy? Been lookin’.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I dropped a link into the description!! But also here it is - amzn.to/2R067HW

  • @rosaliekraljevich2158
    @rosaliekraljevich2158 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff buddy!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Rosalie! Sorry I missed this comment when you dropped it a few months back.

  • @thuringervonsausage5232
    @thuringervonsausage5232 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Way Cool - Very Ingenious! I want one. Where did you find the Lazy Susan thing?

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      easy to build with the right tools! Lazy Susan is in the description! I got mine on Amazon but hardware stores should also have, just need to call around a bit.

    • @thuringervonsausage5232
      @thuringervonsausage5232 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen Thank You Sir; I think I'll round up all the parts & take it to a friend & say "do This" I can't even make clay Ashtrays.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thuringervonsausage5232 haha good thing otherwise you might’ve ended up with a ceramic lazy susan!

  • @luisvelarde8999
    @luisvelarde8999 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    no need to measure several times if you are using a square ruler. Beside this, this is a very good idea.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Luis. Appreciate the feedback. For the sake of others, can you clarify what you mean?

    • @luisvelarde8999
      @luisvelarde8999 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ben C I saw you measuring the length several times along the wide of the wood board. When using a square ruller it is just needed one mark at the desired length and then the square makes a line perfectly perpendicular to the board’s edge. This way you save time.

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@luisvelarde8999 ​ Ah, I see what you're saying. Yes, you're 100% right. I think I was probably doing that for effect so I would have time to drop a title over it.

  • @donwolfjr1
    @donwolfjr1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Its a good idea, but I just use my kickstand!! The older Gsxrs have super strong kickstands and I've been doing this for probably 16 years now!! Good video though!!!

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Totally! Thought about that woulda been a pain for my backyard based on where I had to park bc I’d have to get off and back on just to spin it and park.

    • @donwolfjr1
      @donwolfjr1 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenRenschen very true!! Lol.

  • @billmetal
    @billmetal 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! How heavy is your bike?

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Bill - manual says 584lbs wet

  • @AaronBrown-so4pv
    @AaronBrown-so4pv 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do you find the lazy Susan apparatus?

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Aaron - Check the description for a link. Otherwise look up “1000lbs capacity lazy susan”

  • @bradjd6957
    @bradjd6957 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How has the longer plank held up?

    • @BenRenschen
      @BenRenschen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great question but I moved a couple years after. I got a solid two years out of it though. And it probably could’ve gone for a bit longer. But I also lived in LA where weather was pretty reliable and not too often “bad”. So many factors to consider but if you end up testing it out in adverse weather I’d love to hear your experience.