I bought the gray jack from HF. When jacking it up, it also had some wobble, but after you pass the any of the Rachet locks, I release the jack slightly and it sits down firm on the welded locks, and it then has no rock. I leave mine on the jack all winter, I have a 2020 heritage classic. Weight around 750 pounds. Works great. Just be smart and watch what your doing just like when you jack a car pay attention.
I have this same jack, I use it to lift my 07 Heritage, it’s a fantastic jack and does exactly what I want it to do. Fantastic for cleaning white wall tires and wheels. It’s a little unnerving the first time you lower the bike but once you get the hang of it it’s no big deal. Just make sure you leave the kickstand down.
Just found your video. Very informative. Thank you very much, I can now purchase one of these in confidence. 65 is coming up fast and I too don't like aggravating my knees. Very impressed and after scrolling through your videos I just had to sub..... also and more importantly, your motorcycle is absolutely outstanding!... God bless you sir.
Key fob in the pocket, lights wont flash. I hold the front brake lever when lowering bike, no roll. Get a K/L Dolly to set the bike on when jacked up, extra solid, rolls around easy. Note the lift points, find where you have good balance. Light oil on every moving point on the jack, including wheels. I've had mine 12 years, good investment. 950 lb. RKC.
i bought the HF Motorcycle lift and it works great had no issues with it i use it for all my Harleys,, been wanting to buy a HF Jack as well . great video 👍
Thanks man, I got one for my 1100 the other day at Harbor Freight and it's a little different but great. It's weird being able to roll around that big bad boy in the garage, but I love it. Mine has the foot pedals, but I think I like your twist pole design a little better. Yours seems smoother, but they work well for the money - what a deal for around $100.
Invest in some sort of tie down or ratchet strap. These lifts are nice but if your gonna leave the bike on it for a while the extra security will help. I’ve heard so many horror stories of bikes falling off of these things
I bought the HF steel jack because it had a lower clearance than the aluminum model. Jack works fine and I use tie downs. I am going to retrofit castors for the other side of the jack so I can maneuver it easier. As it is, I have to place a 2x4 on the kickstand to clear the jack. "83 Low Rider.
My son bought me the same jack and I absolutely love it. But you gotta be really careful turning that handle to set get the bike back down. Use both hands to slowly twist the handle to release pressure and once it starts going than you can use one hand and the other hand to hold the bike. Just like he did here. I almost dropped my bike the first time when I used it.
My son bought me that same jack for my birthday, it's built pretty good , but I have to get an adapter for my Indian Springfield. The Indians with the TS 111 engines have hydraulic lines that protrude along side the bottom of the engine case, so the flat arms of the jack are just too close for comfort. The adapter I found online is another $85, so overall not bad for under $300 in total.
I've had one of these jacks for many years now older style. Advice I have gotten on them is 1 put a screwdriver through the handle to make lowering more controllable. The 2nd 1 I've made myself a stabilizer that goes on the rear of jack up to the saddle.
Really would like to see an oil change performed on the road king when it's up on this lift. I bought this same Jack and when I had it in the highest position with the Road King on and I could tell it would be too wobbly to do any work on the bike. So seeing tie-down demos with straps to anchor the spike would be very helpful.
I have that jack and my Road Glide Ultra has been up in the air many times. I always strap my bike when on a jack. For the price point, it's a pretty good value. But if you are not wanting this jack, then go buy a J&S because every affordable jack I've tried is just like the Harbor Freight jack.
@@JoePonkey I hook my straps to the axle at the front of the jack & the locking bar...I use 2 ratchet straps & make an X across the seat with them...do this after you have the bike in the air or it will bind up...Edit: I have an older model that doesn't have the same locking mechanism...DO NOT hook a strap to any ratcheting safety release....mine doesn't have that...
I have this same jack...couldn't be happier with it...my only complaint is that you can only lock it in place when the jack is fully extended...mine is an older model & doesn't have the built-in safety lock, just the bar...to slowly lower the bike, use both hands on the handle at first to barely crack the valve open, if you only use one hand, bike will crash down every time...once the bike starts sinking, then you can steady it with one hand while controlling the valve with the other...I can't believe you don't have a copyright strike with that intro...
I saw nothing wrong with the jack. Came down smooth. I wouldn't take it all the way up at first. Their gray jack you lift it up with a foot pump n release same way. But some people push the pedal all the way down. Take it down a little at a time.
I used mine because of the cost, but upgraded to a K&L dolly and lift because even tho it says it can lift 1500lbs. It wobbled too much for my comfort to let a $30.000+ motorcycle teeter as it did with the HF Jack
First the cheaper carbon steel Harbor Freight jack is more stable. I've had both. If you're going to move your Harley Davidson (the only bike I jacked) spend the money and buy a J&S Jack. Very stable jack when you want to roll your bike around on the jack. The J&S Jack is worth the money
I too have the same jack, older model but have some of the same problems. Check out some of my other videos and see how I solved the problems and made the jack even better
Hey, Came for the review on the lift (great job) and found your socket setup (0.36 mark). I have been looking for different socket org types for a while and was going to make my own, but yours are exactly what i am looking for. Where did you get those? Thanks man!
I have one of these jacks. I got it for Christmas about 20 years ago, a craftsman.problems with this type of Jack is, it’s in the Way too much.. whether you slide it in from the left or the right, it’s in the way on that side. another problem is, you have to lift the bike up balanced meaning you have to lift it up so that it will steady itself on the lift somewhat meaning you’re getting both wheels off the ground.. yes in the initial picture of this video, he’s got both wheels off the ground, but he can’t remove either one of them because it will not be balanced anymore… The problem with that is, if you remove the front wheel and front forks to do the steering head bearings, or if you remove the rear wheel, and swing arm, to grease the swingarm bearings, it’s like when someone gets off of a seesaw, the person remaining on the seesaw goes down.. OK so you strap the bike to the stand to hold it steady and even, those straps are in the way also, just like the jack assembly part of the tour is in the way on the side that you ported in from. this type of a jack has its uses, but mostly with lawnmowers, and quads, not so much for two wheeled vehicles.. I have a few videos of a device called a motorcycle scissor lift that I paid $50 free shipping on eBay for. They are now over $60, and worth every penny. They go completely under the motorcycle, they have two adjustable perch saddles it goes directly under your frame. They are rated at 11:00 pounds. I have videos here on TH-cam with my 850 pound Yamaha royal star venture on the scissors jack I’m talking about, with the front wheel off, other videos with the rear wheel and swing arm off to do maintenance. as for my craftsman jack like the one in this video, I will sell it for $20. I’ve only used it two times. I would be glad to get it the hell out of my garage..
You don't sound like you know what you're talking about. Center of gravity for most motorcycles is the engine/tranny dead center lower part of most bikes which is where most jacks like this one will fit and lift. You can take a wheel off on these jacks with no issue or seesaw effect, like most any.
OMG! thx for the vid but you have got some bottle to do that with that Jack! that weld could give anytime!! Im a fabricator so believe me your asking for trouble, Youve no idea who welded that! no idea if its been crack tested, No Idea if its been stress relieved! and for sure the paint will cover any cracks up that are there. Please use some additional supports under the bike, not straps but axel stands or even wood if you have no stands, straps could be added AFTER that. Nice bike btw..love it I dont wanna see if fall!. Keep Rockin! (you not the bike) :)
Thanks for sharing this, I'm sure there are some people right now wishing they had a lift for their bike. Maybe they will find this review. I bought a genuine hand crank Harley lift for my 2000 wide glide. I learned when the back tire gets worn down I cannot slide the lift under the bike. I have to put down a piece of 3/4 inch plywood, run the back tire up on it and then the lift will slide under. Firs time I thought something was wrong with the lift. But I figured it out.
I like the HarborFreight jack. There are more expensive ones out there that can do the job but for the price and I’m only using half the 1500lb limit. Thanks for responding. LawDawg out!
I actually do my polishing and buffing on it and it may stay on it for a few days. Now I agree it’s not what I would use it while wrenching on stubborn bolts. I do plan to use it to lift the bike to remove front wheel when I do my forks next. It stores flat under my bench as well. But thanks for the feed back it’s always welcomed.
You will have to check underneath for a flat surface or unobstructed frame rails. I wouldn’t go heavier than my bike. It’s pushing it a little at 800 lbs.
I bought the gray jack from HF. When jacking it up, it also had some wobble, but after you pass the any of the Rachet locks, I release the jack slightly and it sits down firm on the welded locks, and it then has no rock. I leave mine on the jack all winter, I have a 2020 heritage classic. Weight around 750 pounds. Works great. Just be smart and watch what your doing just like when you jack a car pay attention.
I have this same jack, I use it to lift my 07 Heritage, it’s a fantastic jack and does exactly what I want it to do. Fantastic for cleaning white wall tires and wheels. It’s a little unnerving the first time you lower the bike but once you get the hang of it it’s no big deal. Just make sure you leave the kickstand down.
I bought one of these jacks over 10 years ago when Crafstman sold them. I've had my Harley's on it as well as a friend's. No regrets.
Just found your video. Very informative. Thank you very much, I can now purchase one of these in confidence. 65 is coming up fast and I too don't like aggravating my knees. Very impressed and after scrolling through your videos I just had to sub..... also and more importantly, your motorcycle is absolutely outstanding!... God bless you sir.
Thank for your great response! I have more videos in the works
Key fob in the pocket, lights wont flash. I hold the front brake lever when lowering bike, no roll. Get a K/L Dolly to set the bike on when jacked up, extra solid, rolls around easy. Note the lift points, find where you have good balance. Light oil on every moving point on the jack, including wheels. I've had mine 12 years, good investment. 950 lb. RKC.
i bought the HF Motorcycle lift and it works great had no issues with it i use it for all my Harleys,, been wanting to buy a HF Jack as well . great video 👍
Thanks man, I got one for my 1100 the other day at Harbor Freight and it's a little different but great. It's weird being able to roll around that big bad boy in the garage, but I love it. Mine has the foot pedals, but I think I like your twist pole design a little better. Yours seems smoother, but they work well for the money - what a deal for around $100.
The balls on that guys.
Iam goingto harbor fright tomorrow.
I’ve had my $60 auto zone lift for years. Works great. I’m sure they all come from the same factory lol.
Gonna use mine on my 13 Electra glide cvo was bit nervous only used it on sportster so far.
I think that Jack is very good for me . I'm ready to remove my air shocks from my bike and that Jack will help big time. Thanks for sharing
Great video, thank you! You showed me what I needed to know.
Invest in some sort of tie down or ratchet strap. These lifts are nice but if your gonna leave the bike on it for a while the extra security will help. I’ve heard so many horror stories of bikes falling off of these things
I bought the HF steel jack because it had a lower clearance than the aluminum model. Jack works fine and I use tie downs. I am going to retrofit castors for the other side of the jack so I can maneuver it easier. As it is, I have to place a 2x4 on the kickstand to clear the jack. "83 Low Rider.
Beautiful bike - makes me miss my '05 Road King Classic!
My son bought me the same jack and I absolutely love it. But you gotta be really careful turning that handle to set get the bike back down. Use both hands to slowly twist the handle to release pressure and once it starts going than you can use one hand and the other hand to hold the bike. Just like he did here. I almost dropped my bike the first time when I used it.
Good info. I have same jack but not used it yet. Have vrods to work on. Probably use straps with jack to be safe. Thanks for video.
I don't know which I like best, the jack the bike or the dog!! They are all sweet.
Wow pretty impressive looks like a solid bike lift i will most definitely get this 1.
Impressive!!.... I just ordered one for my Road King.
Thanks for the informational video. Helpful.
My son bought me that same jack for my birthday, it's built pretty good , but I have to get an adapter for my Indian Springfield. The Indians with the TS 111 engines have hydraulic lines that protrude along side the bottom of the engine case, so the flat arms of the jack are just too close for comfort. The adapter I found online is another $85, so overall not bad for under $300 in total.
I've had one of these jacks for many years now older style. Advice I have gotten on them is 1 put a screwdriver through the handle to make lowering more controllable. The 2nd 1 I've made myself a stabilizer that goes on the rear of jack up to the saddle.
I have one of the 1500 pound lifts. My HD weighs 800 pounds. I’d recommend some good hold down straps.
Tried the other HF jack on a Goldwing.
Scary.
Bought a real American jack.
I appreciate the video. I’ve watched them all on TH-cam. I’m in the buying mode and I think I’m gonna get a let’s roll.
Really would like to see an oil change performed on the road king when it's up on this lift. I bought this same Jack and when I had it in the highest position with the Road King on and I could tell it would be too wobbly to do any work on the bike. So seeing tie-down demos with straps to anchor the spike would be very helpful.
I have that jack and my Road Glide Ultra has been up in the air many times. I always strap my bike when on a jack.
For the price point, it's a pretty good value. But if you are not wanting this jack, then go buy a J&S because every affordable jack I've tried is just like the Harbor Freight jack.
What do you strap the bike to? I'm pretty new to this. This is the hack that I bought.
J&S jacks have issues too...just because they charge 8 times the price doesn't make them any better...
@@JoePonkey I hook my straps to the axle at the front of the jack & the locking bar...I use 2 ratchet straps & make an X across the seat with them...do this after you have the bike in the air or it will bind up...Edit: I have an older model that doesn't have the same locking mechanism...DO NOT hook a strap to any ratcheting safety release....mine doesn't have that...
I have this same jack...couldn't be happier with it...my only complaint is that you can only lock it in place when the jack is fully extended...mine is an older model & doesn't have the built-in safety lock, just the bar...to slowly lower the bike, use both hands on the handle at first to barely crack the valve open, if you only use one hand, bike will crash down every time...once the bike starts sinking, then you can steady it with one hand while controlling the valve with the other...I can't believe you don't have a copyright strike with that intro...
Great review. Going now to get one
nice bike!!
I saw nothing wrong with the jack. Came down smooth. I wouldn't take it all the way up at first. Their gray jack you lift it up with a foot pump n release same way. But some people push the pedal all the way down. Take it down a little at a time.
I knew a Tim Sheffler in the late 70s in Levittown, PA. We were in the same Boat Scout Troop together.
Not me. I’m actually Tim Shiflett from VA
I used mine because of the cost, but upgraded to a K&L dolly and lift because even tho it says it can lift 1500lbs. It wobbled too much for my comfort to let a $30.000+ motorcycle teeter as it did with the HF Jack
I have the same one and I enjoy it
First the cheaper carbon steel Harbor Freight jack is more stable. I've had both. If you're going to move your Harley Davidson (the only bike I jacked) spend the money and buy a J&S Jack. Very stable jack when you want to roll your bike around on the jack. The J&S Jack is worth the money
J&S are the best ,extremely stable a bit pricey but I don't ever worry about the roadking falling off
Mine was a pos. Lasted 3 years and the hydraulic portion won’t hold pressure. Trying to lift the bike is a real workout.
Careful I dropped a bike on one of these jacks took me two weeks to get it back on the road again.... Be safe with them
Joel .
I too have the same jack, older model but have some of the same problems. Check out some of my other videos and see how I solved the problems and made the jack even better
I enjoy your upgrades on your jack
nice RK.
I shit my pants watch you shake the bike
Any sugestions on removing rear tire while on stand?
Strap it down! But I wouldn’t do much wrenching on this lift. It’s great for detailing
Hey, Came for the review on the lift (great job) and found your socket setup (0.36 mark). I have been looking for different socket org types for a while and was going to make my own, but yours are exactly what i am looking for. Where did you get those? Thanks man!
Socket org found on Amazon
That took nerve! Thanks!
I have one of these jacks. I got it for Christmas about 20 years ago, a craftsman.problems with this type of Jack is, it’s in the Way too much.. whether you slide it in from the left or the right, it’s in the way on that side.
another problem is, you have to lift the bike up balanced meaning you have to lift it up so that it will steady itself on the lift somewhat meaning you’re getting both wheels off the ground.. yes in the initial picture of this video, he’s got both wheels off the ground, but he can’t remove either one of them because it will not be balanced anymore…
The problem with that is, if you remove the front wheel and front forks to do the steering head bearings, or if you remove the rear wheel, and swing arm, to grease the swingarm bearings, it’s like when someone gets off of a seesaw, the person remaining on the seesaw goes down.. OK so you strap the bike to the stand to hold it steady and even, those straps are in the way also, just like the jack assembly part of the tour is in the way on the side that you ported in from.
this type of a jack has its uses, but mostly with lawnmowers, and quads, not so much for two wheeled vehicles..
I have a few videos of a device called a motorcycle scissor lift that I paid $50 free shipping on eBay for. They are now over $60, and worth every penny. They go completely under the motorcycle, they have two adjustable perch saddles it goes directly under your frame. They are rated at 11:00 pounds. I have videos here on TH-cam with my 850 pound Yamaha royal star venture on the scissors jack I’m talking about, with the front wheel off, other videos with the rear wheel and swing arm off to do maintenance.
as for my craftsman jack like the one in this video, I will sell it for $20. I’ve only used it two times. I would be glad to get it the hell out of my garage..
You don't sound like you know what you're talking about. Center of gravity for most motorcycles is the engine/tranny dead center lower part of most bikes which is where most jacks like this one will fit and lift. You can take a wheel off on these jacks with no issue or seesaw effect, like most any.
OMG! thx for the vid but you have got some bottle to do that with that Jack! that weld could give anytime!! Im a fabricator so believe me your asking for trouble, Youve no idea who welded that! no idea if its been crack tested, No Idea if its been stress relieved! and for sure the paint will cover any cracks up that are there. Please use some additional supports under the bike, not straps but axel stands or even wood if you have no stands, straps could be added AFTER that. Nice bike btw..love it I dont wanna see if fall!. Keep Rockin! (you not the bike) :)
Thanks bro! I am working on bracing that folds up from the front wheels.
How is it for doing an oil change. I am thinking the platform is too small. You can't get to all the drain plugs.
Nice!👍👍👍👍
Beautiful bike
Thanks brother!
I’d be kinda nervous loosening nuts on that thing . Wouldn’t it be a good idea to strap it down to the lift ?
90 day warranty? Love jack but? I have the same bike, thanks for great video.
Thanks for sharing this, I'm sure there are some people right now wishing they had a lift for their bike. Maybe they will find this review.
I bought a genuine hand crank Harley lift for my 2000 wide glide. I learned when the back tire gets worn down I cannot slide the lift under the bike. I have to put down a piece of 3/4 inch plywood, run the back tire up on it and then the lift will slide under. Firs time I thought something was wrong with the lift. But I figured it out.
I like the HarborFreight jack. There are more expensive ones out there that can do the job but for the price and I’m only using half the 1500lb limit. Thanks for responding. LawDawg out!
Dude!
Is there any kind of safety lever to hold the bike up or does all the weight sit on the hydraulic jack?
It has safety stops and I lever.
Anxiety is off the hook.
That wobbly, don't think I would trust it. Spend the money on a J&S
I actually do my polishing and buffing on it and it may stay on it for a few days. Now I agree it’s not what I would use it while wrenching on stubborn bolts. I do plan to use it to lift the bike to remove front wheel when I do my forks next. It stores flat under my bench as well. But thanks for the feed back it’s always welcomed.
@@lawdawggaragetv6057 even then, just break torques BEFORE you jack your bike. Crisis averted.
Cheapest J@S I saw on their site was $673 .
Would think you should ratchet strap a couple on for safety vs dumping the bike,just a thought.
@@daveyoung2190 what do you ratchet strap the bike to fir stability?
Like done 👍✅
Thanks, ride safe! LawDawg
Can you do a three-hole change with that lift or is it in the way
Wow.
Invest in a quality jack for that nice bike.
That works great
Wow I'm sold
Awesome
Great video. Does it work on a goldwing,
You will have to check underneath for a flat surface or unobstructed frame rails. I wouldn’t go heavier than my bike. It’s pushing it a little at 800 lbs.
Wish the model number was mentioned
It’s a 1500 pound lift by Pittsburgh tools and sold at HarborFreight #63397. That’s all I can find. LawDawg, ride safe
@@lawdawggaragetv6057 thanks!
Good video except for that terrible music during the intro
I would feel a little better if there were places to secure the bike to the jack with straps.Are there places to hook straps to the jack ?
@Mike Coulter why? Center of gravity is the motor and tranny. It`s not going anywhere even with the front wheel or rear wheel off.
I’m working on design mods for tie downs and a stabilizer and will provide the video soon. Ride safe! LawDawg
How much did you say that bike weighs? The title reads 1800lbs? If that's accurate then wow I'm shocked, my vtx 1800 was only in the 800lb range.
Thanks for the heads up!
Nice bike
@@oldschool9469 thank you, Lawdawg
I see some people use straps. Do you recommend it so it doesn’t wobble?
Yes absolutely! I’m working on tie down designs and will make a DIY video soon. Ride safe!
Great post, cut out the intro and go straight to 57 sec
So you don't need any tie down straps for this?
I would definitely use straps.
Then we have people liked MotorCop Simmons who drops it quick on purpose to shit on the lift
does it come with a oil catch can for harleys ? so oil dont drop on the floor ?
Nope
@@lawdawggaragetv6057 you should recommend it to the company that makes it they might give you a few bucks for the good tip
I bought that jack and it warped after one use.
Lol the best jack is j&s
th-cam.com/video/8nSNlQ0EvQc/w-d-xo.html
Can you roll the jack around with the bike on it?
He literally did it in the video.
I would be careful rolling it across to the other side of the shop. It’s better suited for maneuvering around in one spot for service or detailing.
But can you access all of the holes for oil changes
That's why I bought a j and s jack you can get at everything
@@lsmith2129 cool.
Wow, that seems super sketchy... I was considering one of these, but I'll def pass.
Me Too..lol
I used it to take off my front tire on my Victory Magnum, it seemed unstable at first but once I got it up it was stable
snowflakes
price ???
Last I looked it was $200
On sale $189
The large movement is due to the narrow lift arm twisting. Bad design, IMO.
Oo
Can you put the jack on the other side?
Absolutely!
How Much ??
I think I paid $180
skip to 1:02
ya trust your 30k motorcycle with harbor freight shit, c’mon dude. find the yellow craftsman one online
Always rachet strap the bike to the jack.
Extra Sketchy!!!!