Great Video! I was up on a remote logging road this past Saturday, solo, out of cell range and hit that very same greasy, wet, clay section you did. Went down, no problem. Laughed it off until I fractured a vertebra trying to lift the Africa Twin. I'm 63, laid up in my recliner and kicking myself for having every tool I could possibly need while out on the trail...........except this recovery tool. Like you pointed out, basically, it's not "if" but "When" things go wrong and you are screwed. It doesn't matter how many times you've lifted the bike. At some point, your knees or back don't have one more lift left to give. Just thought I'd throw out my little story and maybe even just one fellow rider will take heed and spend the few bucks on prevention and not thousands on the cure like I'm doing. Cheap insurance for sure. Oh, and NEVER, EVER, leave home without your Garmin inReach. Without that, I'd still be up in the woods and not here at home telling my tale.
Hi Michael , thanks for sharing your story. We never know when we might hurt our backs but it is definitely filled with regret. I love your expression "At some point your knees or back don't have one more lift in them ". Also , Good point about the Garmin Inreach. I have a PLB i bring with me as well however I'm not sure if it would have a longer response time.
I bought my Africa twin in 2020, at 66, I could pick it up no problem (with help from TH-cam videos). I am now soon to be 70, and cannot pick it up any more. The moto winch is a necessity, though not perfect. I HAVE scratched up my gas tank using the device, having it slip during the winching process. That's life.
@@PeterVred thats a bugger that you scratched your tank. It is a bit of a risk if the base moves while winching. I noticed if I forget to tie on the front brake like they suggest then when you get part way up the front wheel will move and the geometry get out of whack.
Awsome, I still take it with me if I'm going on the K1600 or the KTM 1290 adv. I numbered the poles so I remember which order they go in for quicker assembly.
Yes I tried mine in the back yard first as well. Something I have done subsequently is to use a marker pen and number the poles so i can assemble them faster when i haven't used it in a while. I also volunteer to lift my mates bikes when they fall just for practice as well.
Just bought one myself for my Tenere. I can pick it up, but it is heavy and when you can’t set your feet right to lift, like in slippery mud, it should be a great tool.
I like that it is strong and reliable. In general I agree the lighter the better but on a 250kg bike its only a small bit of added weight. I carry this and the KTM tool kit, a puncture repair kit and 12V air compressor with me on all my rides , just in case.
I’m 74. Can’t pick up the 1200GS in certain situations. I’d love to find a used one. I have a Spot but I’m upgrading to an Inreach soon. I want to keep riding as long as I can.
Yes , I did hurt my back in a crash. But I think it is good prevention as well. I have dropped the KTM 1190 and 1290 (240-250kg ) bikes and picked them up with the usual bike lifting techniques and there is no doubt they do put a large axial load on your back.
Sorry Jim, you missed the point of this product. I have picked up my KTM1190 and 1290 in the past with help but I choose not to going forward because of the incremental damage it does to your back. When KTMs fall over they land flat, not propped up on a side cylinder like a GS1200. I have 6 bikes of different types and 30 yrs riding experience. I have ridden every motorcycle disciple from motocross, endure, adventure bikes, road racing, snow bikes , except trails. I love adventure bikes but some people think only ride bikes you can pick up - I disagree. I think ride bikes you enjoy and can handle - thus between my KTM adv 1190 and 1290s I have done about 40,000km. I also have a BMW K1600 which weighs 350kg - if that fell over I can use this winch to lift it as well. :)
I'm 64 and I'm not going to give up riding just because it's harder to pick up the bike. I dropped my adventure bike 3 times in one day on a gnarly off-road ride (out of my depth) and ended up spraining my back from so many lifts. From now on I carrying a MotoWinch.
Great Video! I was up on a remote logging road this past Saturday, solo, out of cell range and hit that very same greasy, wet, clay section you did. Went down, no problem. Laughed it off until I fractured a vertebra trying to lift the Africa Twin. I'm 63, laid up in my recliner and kicking myself for having every tool I could possibly need while out on the trail...........except this recovery tool. Like you pointed out, basically, it's not "if" but "When" things go wrong and you are screwed. It doesn't matter how many times you've lifted the bike. At some point, your knees or back don't have one more lift left to give. Just thought I'd throw out my little story and maybe even just one fellow rider will take heed and spend the few bucks on prevention and not thousands on the cure like I'm doing. Cheap insurance for sure. Oh, and NEVER, EVER, leave home without your Garmin inReach. Without that, I'd still be up in the woods and not here at home telling my tale.
Hi Michael , thanks for sharing your story. We never know when we might hurt our backs but it is definitely filled with regret. I love your expression "At some point your knees or back don't have one more lift in them ". Also , Good point about the Garmin Inreach. I have a PLB i bring with me as well however I'm not sure if it would have a longer response time.
I bought my Africa twin in 2020, at 66, I could pick it up no problem (with help from TH-cam videos). I am now soon to be 70, and cannot pick it up any more. The moto winch is a necessity, though not perfect. I HAVE scratched up my gas tank using the device, having it slip during the winching process. That's life.
@@PeterVred thats a bugger that you scratched your tank. It is a bit of a risk if the base moves while winching. I noticed if I forget to tie on the front brake like they suggest then when you get part way up the front wheel will move and the geometry get out of whack.
I’ve used mine several times… works great 👍
Awsome, I still take it with me if I'm going on the K1600 or the KTM 1290 adv. I numbered the poles so I remember which order they go in for quicker assembly.
Looks like a great idea and less risky than a huge impromptu deadlift regardless of your physical state.
I bought one recently, tried it at home, works fine.
Yes I tried mine in the back yard first as well. Something I have done subsequently is to use a marker pen and number the poles so i can assemble them faster when i haven't used it in a while. I also volunteer to lift my mates bikes when they fall just for practice as well.
@@billjordan5634 Good idea...I'll follow.
Just bought one myself for my Tenere. I can pick it up, but it is heavy and when you can’t set your feet right to lift, like in slippery mud, it should be a great tool.
damn, that is slick!! thanks for sharing! sláinte
It's a good piece of gear. I only wish the large ratchet section of the unit was made of aluminum instead of steel. The darn thing weighs 5lbs.
I like that it is strong and reliable. In general I agree the lighter the better but on a 250kg bike its only a small bit of added weight. I carry this and the KTM tool kit, a puncture repair kit and 12V air compressor with me on all my rides , just in case.
I’m 74. Can’t pick up the 1200GS in certain situations. I’d love to find a used one. I have a Spot but I’m upgrading to an Inreach soon. I want to keep riding as long as I can.
I also used this one to pickup my 350kg Bmw K1600. I needed help for the last 15 degrees or so.
Do you have back problem?
Yes , I did hurt my back in a crash. But I think it is good prevention as well. I have dropped the KTM 1190 and 1290 (240-250kg ) bikes and picked them up with the usual bike lifting techniques and there is no doubt they do put a large axial load on your back.
My solution is just never drop my bike.
If you drop your bike, and can't pick it up. You need to reconsider your riding style, your riding skill, your rides, and your bike.
Sorry Jim, you missed the point of this product. I have picked up my KTM1190 and 1290 in the past with help but I choose not to going forward because of the incremental damage it does to your back. When KTMs fall over they land flat, not propped up on a side cylinder like a GS1200. I have 6 bikes of different types and 30 yrs riding experience. I have ridden every motorcycle disciple from motocross, endure, adventure bikes, road racing, snow bikes , except trails. I love adventure bikes but some people think only ride bikes you can pick up - I disagree. I think ride bikes you enjoy and can handle - thus between my KTM adv 1190 and 1290s I have done about 40,000km. I also have a BMW K1600 which weighs 350kg - if that fell over I can use this winch to lift it as well. :)
I'm 64 and I'm not going to give up riding just because it's harder to pick up the bike. I dropped my adventure bike 3 times in one day on a gnarly off-road ride (out of my depth) and ended up spraining my back from so many lifts. From now on I carrying a MotoWinch.
jim your an idiot