This $200 accessory helps me lift a 450 pound motorcycle
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 ธ.ค. 2021
- In an earlier video, I demonstrated how I used a $5 strap to help me lift my fallen Yamaha Tenere 700 adventure motorcycle. I received many comments urging me not to use this method is it would be prone to injuring my back. Viewers also urged me to try other proven methods to lift a heavy motorcycle.
Not only is the Yamaha T7 heavy, but it is top-heavy and it lies flat on the ground when dropped. Many other adventure motorcycles lie at an angle when dropped, making them easier than the T7 to get momentum to lift. And being a senior citizen of slight build, I have not been able to consistently lift up a dropped T7 on back roads terrain. Riding solo, I have worried about dropping my T7 and being unable to lift it in the wilds.
I still ride with my $5 strap, but now I also carry a $200 strap that gives me confidence to lift my 450 pound motorcycle on uneven terrain. Come join me on a short ride where I demonstrate my new safety accessory.
This is why I only drop my bike, around young people.
Great article. I just ordered the winch Tuesday. I dropped my pan America in sugar sand and trapped my leg under the mosko pannier. I hurt my ankle and twisted my knee, i was fully geared up and wearing mx boots. I hate to think if i had hard panniers.I couldn't lift that bike. I'm in good shape for 63 but the injury hindered my picking the bike up. I realized being alone most of the time, i needed this winch. I had to trek out 2 miles to find someone to help. I'm finally learning to keep my ego in check and use help instead of muscle only.
Wow. Good testimony. That is why we seniors, who want to keep riding alone at times, need to have all our safety kits in order. I use soft panniers to protect me from being pinned and injured. I don’t want to walk out for help, especially if I’m injured, so for me the motowinch is a worthy investment too.
Yeah, me too. "Slow learner," as they say!
If you HADN'T have had those protective boots-on, YIKES! Statistically, lower leg an ankle injuries are SUPER-common, and people just want to wear sneakers, or low-cut hiking boots. Yeah, I know, I've ridden in combat boots, but it's not smart.
Interesting, I agree, a nice tool to have on board. Especially for us older guys that ride alone, or when you may take a hard fall and an injury that might impede you in picking up bike . Thanks for sharing and demonstrating.
Yup. 64, dropped my CRF300L…all alone…on a slippery slope. Laid down so flat it was hard to find a handhold. It took me 150% effort to stand it up and had to stop for some time to let my heart catch a break! Lol
Definitely hurt my back with compression of the spine so off to the chiropractor for me.🍺🇨🇦
Good day to you!
I am HONDA Cross Cub senior rider from Japan.
Enjoying touring , camping and video editing.
It is great accessory video !
So nice !
I leave
Have a nice day my friend !!
Hello Japan
Thanks for sharing such a good idea in a very informative and methodical way. I'm 74 and still love to ride and tour. This is very helpful. Downsizing my motors to smaller ones is a hard pill to swallow. On the bright side, though, it's the best time ever in terms of lighter weight choices of machines on the market!! Keep the shiny side up, my man.
A VERY hard pill to swallow , My beautiful Daughter helped me by telling me "Dad , don't let your ego ruin what has been one of the largest joys of your Life for over 60 years by ending on a debilitating or tragic finale , keep on doing what you love with adjustments"......Everyone should have a Daughter like mine !
Dear Kent
I am 72 and would like to downsize from xr600. Could you let me know which lighter dirt bikes you would recommend?
Glen , look at the Kawasaki x300 . I’m 84 and had to quit because of lack of balance. I love this bike but had to give it up this year.
I’m 67 and I’m 5’4”. If I still owned my Africa Twin I’d consider buying one of these. I sold it and bought a Himalayan. I really like it and I very confident on it off road. Like you I do a lot of solo ridding, sometimes it is in very remote areas.
I own both bikes. The T7 is very top heavy. Just an FYI.
@@John-zb2kw Thanks for the info.
@@gcprost You are most welcome. Not fear Mo getting, but I dropped the T7 less than 30 seconds after getting on it. That tells me a lot about my skill level but also about the bike. It’s a great bike so long as you are aware of its limitations. Big Rock does a fantastic job of identifying the T7s 4 main issues; worth a watch before you buy/ride that bike.
…not a fear monger…
Great idea buying what you confidently can handle. I will do the same.
Yep I’m in the same boat. 68 yrs old and rattle! Can not budge the F850 GSA but could pick up my R1250GSA. So I recently made a device similar chopping up an aluminium crutch. Works a treat.
I enjoy your videos.
What a great addition to a safety kit. I went from a Harley Road king to a Triumph Tiger 800. Love the Tiger but when I went down the crash bar trapped my leg and it was difficult getting out. Then getting it up from that flat position was ugly. I've been reluctant to ride alone because of my inability to pick it up. Now with this Jack as a 72 yr old I think I'll have the confidence to ride alone again. Thanks.
As we get older, there comes a time where we struggle to get it up. I'm glad you found something to help you get it up.
I appreciate the time you took to show us this device. I’m also getting older but love adventure motorcycling this could be a good alternative to harming my back. Believe me, it doesn’t need any more abuse and it’s already taken. Thank you again.
I just ordered one of these. I guess I’m gonna find out how it works on my Harley Road King. I’m going to try to attach it to the passenger footpeg mount or the crash guard. I once bent my handlebars muscling up my Harley in my younger years. At 64 and a long term cancer patient I’m definitely not as strong as I used to be. I understand that ideally you probably shouldn’t ride a bike that you can’t lift however I’m 6’3” with a 36” inseam so a bike I can actually lift is going to be too small for me to ride. A trike might be in my future but for now I’m thinking this tool is a bit of insurance when I ride alone. Thanks for the demo!
Well this looks great. I am a 5'2" 110 lb woman that rides solo. I could pick up my first bike, but my BMW F800, lays quite flat and it's heavy. I'm not able to pick it up by myself. I was told to "master the machine", so that I would never have to pick her up.
I will be purchasing this tool. Just in case. THANK YOU!!!!
I am 160 cms tall and not very tough. I actually managed to fracture two vertebrae trying to lift my sfv 650 late September of 2021. I thought I was going to have to give up riding solo, which is most of my riding. I am so happy you posted this video. I have been wondering if there was such an aid. Thanks for posting.😊
Thanks for sharing 👍. I recently bought the same lyft kit and have yet to use it. I have klx230 that fell over on the grass. An couldn't pick it up. Got help to pick it up. An then I found your video. An purchased it. I'm 70 also. An ride alone. Hope to find some riding buds. Thanks again.
outstanding critical information; You have help us a lot.
You have given seniors hope of riding again.
Great video and no broken back thanks for the information and sharing 👍 that tool is the real deal.
Glad you got it. Eastbound has save me and my T7 2 more times since your last video. RideOn!
Thanks for this information just saw this and have put on the list of must have equipment.
Thanks for sharing your experience with this piece of equipment. I think I will add a baseplate (of sorts) to expand that rubber crutch tip in softer soil (which is where I'm most likely to dump the bike)
This is the most brilliant and helpful video and tool I have seen aimed at older and weaker bike riders thank you man.
I have a T12 Super Tenere, I bought a Moto Winch two years ago and never leave home with out it, for the same reasons as you great video cheers from Australia.
Thanks for a very informative video. I look forward to watching more of your library…and I am buying the winch!
Thanks for this. Watched it a few months ago and ordered one to carry in my R1200GS.
Very cool idea. Thanks for sharing this information. I’ll be adding this to my “Wish list”!
BTW, I’m 64 and ride both dual sport for travel and a dedicated dirt bike for trail riding. Getting older doesn’t mean giving up things you like to do. You just need to plan better…this item is a great example!
Nice report thank you for sharing
Adv bikes have become rather heavy i had the same problem with my Honda AT DCT and did not find any solution here in 🇸🇪 Sweden so i mad my own crane to bring with me yes it gives a good feeling that you are able to pick up your bike to its wheels again when you are in the middle alone in the Swedish forest 🌳 👍
I took 2 18 inch long x1 in diameter water pipes and a connector from Home Depot. Cost about $20 bucks. I put them together and got a ratchet strap I already had around the house. Took the long end of the strap and put it under the bike. Took the ratchet itself and hooked it to the top of the 1 inch pipe and cranked up the bike. It is a little heavier, but your wallet is only out about 20-25 bucks and it works just as well.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thanks for posting this. I have been considering getting back into motorcycling, would like to do some adventure riding. But, at 72 with some health problems the strength I had is gone, and I have been concerned about the weight of a bike if I dropped it. This makes me feel more like it's something that is do-able for me. Liked and subscribed!
I too am over 70. I'm maxed out weight wise with a Himalayan, thankfully it has a LCG.. my bench pressing days are long gone. 😆
Thanks MSM. Great job. Good info. God bless. Happy trails.
Very cool tool! I could have put that to use when I layed down my dyna glide . I was able to lift it up by myself but it wasn’t easy. Especially being injured in the accident. I have to give the person who designed it a big thumbs up. I never knew there was a tool like that moto jack strap out there. Another excellent video thank you!
I like it. Just found your videos. I’m 15 yrs younger but severely broke my leg 2 years ago so now I have issues with heavy bikes. I’m seriously considering the T7 to replace my softail. Thanks for turning me on to the wench.
Sorry to hear that. The T7 is still a fairly heavy bike.
Thank you so much for this video. I recently sprained my back lifting my bike several times in one day. I plan to get a winch like you are using!
Thank you for the video! Cool device
Love the concept.
that would be a great little buddy to have when you ride alone forsure good video thanks for sharing take care
Just brilliant! Thanks for sharing!! (P.S. Love your videos of Southern Oregon! I was raised in Medford, college in Ashland….wonderful region! )
Great tool. Work smarter not harder! I am 66 with a bad knee so this tool would give me peace of mind.
Thank you for the demo .
Thank you. Very helpful
Very informative and
thank you for sharing.
Enjoy the ride and be safe 🙏
I like it. Seems like a good tool to have. Thanks for sharing! 👍🏾
I'm 54 years old and no longer a young stud and have the same problem, I do not have the strength in my legs or my back to pick up a 500 lb bike facing away from the bike. As you just shown, impossible.
What I do is make sure the bike is in gear, kick stand down. The handle bars are going to be the highest part of the bike and gives you the most Leverage. Position your chest between the gas tank and the handlebars putting one hand on the highest hand grip and your other arm underneath the handlebars, and drive the bike forward and diagonal with your legs, the bike won't roll because its in gear and the weight of your body with the driving force of your legs will upright the bike, your not lifting with your back, your driving the bike forward, no strain on your back because your facing the bike and using your legs and your weight.
Thanks for sharing this video I will keep your idea in mind when I can no longer use my method.
That’s a clever idea. Thank you for sharing. Ride safe.
I never had a problem lifting my Honda Monkey! Your video is very informative.
I'm 70. My upper body strength is a pleasant memory. I ride a Yamaha Super Tenere. Top heavy with a total weight of +700lbs when fully fueled. Will definitely check this out. I must comment though on your technique before using the Hoist. You need to put your butt flat on the ground, your back against the seat and start walking backwards. You are just squatting down, your butt still 4-6" above the ground and trying to lift it using strength instead of the leverage the walking backwards provides. I suspect you could lift it without the hoist with the right technique. Thanks for the vid though.
Richard, that isn't going to help at all. I tried that with my CSC RX4 a 450lb bike
that is much like the T7 if you sit on the ground the strength isn't there, it's a struggle just to get YOU up yet alone the bike too ! pluss traction for your feet is not at that angle, you'll slip...
I laid my New bike down on the pavement on my first ride gently but I did manage to get it upright again by sheer brute force and it was just about all I could do !
a winch like this would indeed be handy.... i'm 69yrs old and my strength is not what it used to be either .... I'm not going to do 50 squat-jumps a day just so I can ride ! I'll buy or make a winch like that ! ....
700+ lbs, are you sure? That must be fully loaded with gear. The actual weight of 2022 model is 584 lbs wet (gas, oil, and coolant included). So we are talking about well over 100 lbs in gear.
I didn’t realize the ST weighted that much. At 584 it is just a few lbs lighter than a BMW 1250GS.
I’ll reach 72 this riding season, if I don’t do anything too dang foolish beyond my abilities..and I just sold my Super T last summer to replace with a Beemer f800GS..loved the ST while the wheels were turning but it was a beast to handle off road and at crawling speeds.. 575 lbs vs 456.4 lbs wet doesn’t seem like much at my previous age under 60 but it sure makes a difference now..the Super T replaced a Goldwing 1800 and now I’m on the 800..so, at this rate, I’ll be riding an old Honda Trail 50 by the time I quit riding..on TWO wheels..
@@AlaskanAdventure Know the feeling. I was on a Goldwing when I went to the Super T as well. Current one is actually my second. First ST was a very basic, no cruise control but it had the panniers and top case. Rode it to Newfoundland across the TransLabrador Highway. Loved it so much I immediately traded it for a Super Tenere that came with the heated grips, cruise control, etc. and took the panniers and top case with me to the new machine. Really a great ride... Pretty sure it is my last bike but I'm sure putting off my last ride!
@@richardmourdock2719 Heated grips are ride changers for certain..the butt warmer on the Wing was also pretty dang nice for this Alaskan..riding season is shorter up here but as long as the roads are without too much ice, those heaters PLUS the right riding gear can extend it a bit further..
Very interesting solution. Thanks for the information. I find it very difficult to lift my 510 lbs (230 kg) bike alone.
Great video. Thank you. I will order one in a few days when they are back in stock. I see you purchased the heavy duty version.
This is exactly what I need and imagined before I found your video. I was looking around to find a source for a folding or telescopic pole but didn ´t find anything sturdy enough yet. So I guess I will buy the Eastbound one:)
Really good review and demonstration. With careful placement of the winch "foot", it is possible to lift the motorcycle even more than 45°.
Thanks for this video, it is very useful. I will be buying one. I ride a 2002 HD Heritage Softail Springer that weighs 750 lbs dry. I managed to pick it up twice by myself but it was all that I could do and my heart did not appreciate it one bit (especially after damage from 4 heart attacks). I am lucky that my bike has both front crash guards/highway bars and saddlebag bars so the bike is not completely flat. I will be adding this tool to my saddle bags for both my Harley and my Honda VFR800 which is taller by 6" and more difficult to lift than the Harley ( I tried :) )
Never seen one of these before. It’s a brilliant tool. Thanks
Despide my initial pessimism I think this is a great idea. I also often carry a ratchet strap but I replaced the strap with some high strength/no stretch/small diameter cord (about 5mm dia). This takes less space and is smaller to stow.
I prefer 6mm or 8mm, and a few 'biners with a small climber's pulley. Static (no stretch) line works best. Your nearest mountain climbers shop has the stuff.
Thanks for the tip 👍. I am transitioning to a expedition sidecar for my main travel rig with a 1200 Yamaha Tenere as the tug. I'm keeping my Triumph Bonneville as my twisties bike. I am buying your lifting device for that bike and my Yamaha XT 250. I just discovered your TH-cam channel and have subscribed. Take care. Vaughn
Excellent idea.
Yes. This product is definitely a great idea and a life saver. I saw it 4 or 5 years ago for the first time. And the once the idea is out there, it becomes very easy to replicate for 10% of the asking price.
Thks. This 79 yr old appreciates this info.
Top contenta thank you for sharing
THANK YOU...
A Very Good idea... and something someone could make themselves, even just using Tie-Down Straps, to save weight and space.. Particilarly on lighter Sport Bikes.
I have an artificial hip and knee... but until recently, I could still lift my "Liter-Bike" with the strength of my back, and still a good bit of strength in my legs. But some illnesses, over the Fall months, has left me physically not as strong. So just getting it to roughly 45 degrees would be enough for me to manage the rest.
Excellent review. I am going to add a ratchet strap to my kit. With that and a hand saw I could make a mast to use with the ratchet strap even if one arm was injured from a fall.
I have it and it works incredible. I’m 58 and I have no problems to lift a 240 kgs bike 👍🏻
Good video.
Awesome brochacho!
56 years old, love touring, and even a simple drop makes the bike soooo difficult to get back up when it's laid flat. It's always great to see these young guys just hoisting their machines back up, but squatting down and trying to get a grip...well, I mourn the loss of 30 year old me, but 26 years later the I suppose the trade-off is wisdom for muscle, and this is a great little piece of wisdom...give me a long enough lever and I'll lift the world (in this case, a wee bit of metal and a ratchet winch and I'll lift my XCA). I'm getting one. Thanks for this excellent tip!
You’re amazing. I wonder if the knees on the ground and chest against the seat method would work for you… keep up the great videos!
I've found it's easier that way with the bikes that lay almost flat on the ground. I would put my chest on the seat and drive forward with my legs to pick my Africa Twin up.
Looks like a great product. I’m going to practice picking up my KTM890 Adv R when it gets warmer outside and I can get some buddy’s to spot me. I’ll feel a lot better if I know I can do it by myself. I think the KTM may be easier than the T7.
Wow, thanks for this video. I have a new Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor and it too is top heavy and lies very flat so that it is impossible to get your butt on the seat for walking back. I have dropped it a few times and only once was I able to pick it up and I think I may have damaged my left knee doing so. Every other time people have rushed over to help. I will look into this product because I too travel by myself most places. Oh yeah, I'm a really short guy with a 28 inseam.
I’m more than capable of lifting my bike, but I carry one too. Just in case. BTW, it’s good to see a “how to lift a heavy adventure bike” video that doesn’t use a BMW laying down at a mere 45 degrees.
I built an own one and place it with velcro straps exactly in the middle on top of my seat backpack, so that I can reach reach it even from the bottom. I don.t put it inside the bag, but outside to get it in every situation. I will try an experiment if I lay with a leg under the bike to get it done. I have a BMW 1150GSA and have no chance anymore (with 69y.) to lift my bike any inch! But the fortune is, that the GS never lies 90° on the bottom (sth. about 60°), so it.s a bit easier, but I can.t do it anymore without cracking my back. Thanx MSM for this vid, have always a safe ride!!! KR Henry 😊✌
Turning 61, dropped my bike in a rock slide about 3k weeks ago. I can totally relate. I enjoyed the video and subscribe.
Great video. I just received my winch today!
I've seen videos similar product where the strap is attached to the frame about center of the engine instead of the handle bar this way the Jack lifts the bike more than 45 degrees. Thanks for the Great video's.
I practiced this with my KLR. Bike in gear. Grab the lower handle bar grip and the bottom handle of the rear rack. I can do it facing the bike. Neither of the two methods you tried would have worked, regardless of body strength. Once you got the bike lifted with that tool, you finally used the correct technique that would have probably worked from the start.
Wish if you can explain it again with simple words....I appreciate it 💯 🙏
@@abdulazizsaleh9567 I watched a TH-cam. You need to turn the handle bars towards the side it fell on. Put it in gear so it does not roll. Then grab the end of the handlebar that is on the ground and the lower handle on the rear rack and just pull it up. I was amazed how easy it was. The alternative way to lift is to back up to the cycle, grab those same points and squat down and lift with your legs if you have back safety concerns. You just have to try it to see if that works. I have the crash bars on the KLR, so it’s not completely flat.
Neat gizmo. $200 sounds like a bit steep price for a strap, ratchet and a few tubes. But it does beat have to call for help or breaking my back. Thanks for showing it. One thing I would like to highlight, being 60 now, is that at this age bracket we need to keep up with our fitness the best we can. That also helps us get out of some unexpected predicament while riding.
You were right that to be an adventure bike rider you should be in decent shape. We are all trying to find that sweet space between having an adventure and having an ordeal, and being fit helps.
A climbing sling is light and works great. Has many other applications, as well.
I ride light bikes, 250cc max , been all over the world. in my 50's.
Tnx, know I know! Love it.....
I’m over 60 and 5’8”. Picking up the adv bike by using the back up method is a no go especially on lose terrain. The easiest way to pick it up is to turn the handle bar so the light faces up. Then grasp the grip on the far side with both hands while facing the bike and lift straight up with your legs. By using this method you’re maximizing mechanical advantage. I’ve picked up 600lb bikes using this method.
I also use this type of big bike lift, especially off road. Safe travels my friend!
There are LOTS of situations were that will NOT WORK.
Get the jack if you ride solo
I dropped my ‘98 VFR today and same issue with it being very difficult to lift due to it laying flat. Not a young man either. After trying a strap and a couple different jacks and damaging my tank I got my neighbor’s help. Frustrated and angry with myself. I will consider this device. Thanks. I did subscribe too!
Love this follow up! lmao
Nice tool. very usefull
Same thing with the tiger 955 it's top heavy and it almost lays past flat. I can't pick it up by myself anymore, good video.
Looks good. Would it not be an easier option to install wide crash bars on that type of bike. To make it sit up like a gs.?
Thanks for info i going to get one for myself, one question in the video looks like gas was pouring out the gas cap really bad when the bike was on it's side is that normal in the T7?
I have one and love it! You could have winched it higher, though, trust me! You were still working harder than you had to.
Great video, good work Sir, more please 👏🙏😎 subd
I always carry a 5 $ strap and the Motowinch along! Better be safe than sorry. Also, I suggest to carry a pair of strap-on crampons, to avoid boot slip when on humid ground, such as mud, grass, etc... They are tiny, but super useful.
good video and great piece of gear, also love the graphics on the tank and what brand of crash bar bags are those ? thanks
The crash bars are Heed upper, and the optionally come with small bags.
I am 78 and have lifted my VStrom 650 twice. I am not that strong anymore, can’t even do push ups.
To lift your bike it is all about technique not strength
There are some great utube videos out there which show little bitty girls picking up heavy motorcycles
I would however like to carry the winch in case I hurt myself in the drop
Very well presented video, thank you.
I’m same age as you ride a 900 lb tour . I can pick it up but have a small sizzle jack I carry when on long trips or camping by myself . Makes it easy if I need it . I can’t understand why some people get upset when somebody carries something to help them keep riding . It’s just a small tool. Keep on riding until you want to give it up
I have a 1986 GL1200 GoldWing and can no longer lift it when it goes down (most recently on slippery wet grass in my yard).
I currently use 2 standard (2ton) automotive hydraulic dolly jacks.
I find any spot I can get to to lift it enough to get the other jack under the engine guard.
Then alternate ensuring I have two good jack points in case it slips off of one.
I tilts it up far enough that I can fairly easily get it onto the side kickstand.
I have only used these around the house because of the amount of weight (that I do not want to haul and possibly damage side/rear storage compartments) but I think this lightweight jack might work but, for the cost, I might first try using two small hydraulic jacks (regular bottle jacks rather than dolly)
I might try to find or make a piece-together pole like that though, as that could assist as a brace during the jacking process to help steady the lifting and prevent losing ground when switching between jacks.
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Thanks for sharing!
thanks for video - the winch section of the pole is overkill - a much smaller device - like a tie down sized strap would work. That winch is for holding down a huge tractor... Keep riding!
TH-cam channel BadWheelie has a similar device. Instead of hooking the handlebar he took the strap under the bike and fastened to the opposite footpeg. This allowed him to bring the bike fully upright without risking back strain.
Have you ever tried turning the bars Opposite of the fall ? Seemed to work better for me.
My Pan America 1250 is 560 lbs plus luggage. I'm 58 and have a bad back from previous onjuries. I can lift the bike but risk ruining a trip by reinjuring muself. I too purchaed an EastBound MotoWinch. I've had to use it twice already. Both times the bike was in a remote location laying with the wheels slightly higher than the tank down an incline. The MotoWinch stood the bike up without any issues and saved me from unpacking the bike. The MotoWinch goes everywhere with me now.
Great idea, where would you attach the strap if the handlebar had been reversed and not under the center of the bikes weight?
Oh heavy motorcycles at our age I hear you. I run around the mountains of Southern Oregon with my Honda trail 90 light light simple and fast enough for me blessings
That winch is impressive. Thank you for posting this!
Glad you liked it!
5 months ago I hurt my back trying to lift my CRF250L. Dropped in a ditch, the bars were lower than the tires. My neighbor had to come & help me! PT & exercises got me back to normal, but I've been trying to come up with a method to right the bike if I drop it on the TAT this summer. This gave me an idea!
I have ridden and dropped my BMW GS without panniers, and the bike drops flat like your Yamaha. I used the 'back up to your bike' method which worked fine for me. I'm only 5'9 and 85kg, so I'm not a big guy, yet I have no problems lifting using this method.
Thank you
My KLR lies flat like that. Great invention.
Can be very helpful indeed. Sure thing we will loose strenght so this gadget will save the day.
At 68 might be a worthwhile purchase....thanks for the vid