Kendon Stand Up Motorcycle Lift
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.พ. 2025
- In this episode, I review my new motorcycle lift from Kendon. I share my thoughts on the product and demonstrate using it. I will share pro's and con's in my usual, unbiased fashion. If you are interested in purchase this lift or any other product from Kendon, please use my link below.
There will be a separate video released in a couple of days with the unboxing. In the meantime, email me with any questions!
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07:45:00 - Lowering the Lift
09:24:00 - Raising the lift pneumatically
11:01:00 - Manually raising the lift
12:57:00 - Unloading the bike from the lift
14:54:00 - Loading the bike onto the lift
15:42:00 - wrap up
Following lots of youngins, soon to be unfollowed, doing crazy things to their bikes. It's refreshing to meet a smart guy that knows his stuff and is in my age group.
Thanks Mr. Cue.
Doc AJ
You're 25 too?!?😂 thanks for the positive feedback
Thank you for taking the time to do this thorough review of the lift. You’re the only person who has shown the process involved in loading and unloading a big, heavy cruiser/tourer bike. Thank you for that!
I find the loading/unloading process too dangerous. I would have preferred them having removable side panels to enable riding the bike up to load it on to the lift. And then to unload the bike you could sit on the bike and push it back with your feet on those side panels.
Again, thanks for the effort put into making this video and for helping me with the decision making process.
Agreed! I feel that their promo video is deceptive because they use a light weight bike and don't show the actual load/unload process.
It would be easier to use if you could ride on/off the lift
Thanks for the review. I have an older Kendon lift that is just like yours, except it does not have a pneumatic cylinder. It is fully manual. I've used it for many years and it has worked very well.
One thing that you could do on a followup video is show how the lift can be stood up, and rolled up against a wall for storage. This is a feature unique to these lifts, and it allows people to store them out of the way when not in use.
A consideration when buying one of these lifts is getting the right length. Kendon makes the lift in two lengths. Most bikes have shorter wheelbases, and the rear tires end up in front of the removable panel in the back of the lift. These bikes cannot take advantage of the removable panel to remove the rear wheel.
Thanks again.
This was an awesome video. I love your demo videos, too. You really go in to a lot of great detail.
Ride safe! Ride fun!
Thanks!
This lift is slick! I like how it can be stored vertically
When unloading by myself i keep the bike in gear. If it moves to quick the front wheel will lock up and slide off. Having bike in gear lets me pop clutch and stop bike with rear wheel. Saved me a few times unloading big Touring bike
Love your review, very honest 👍the joke at the end is hilarious 😂
Thanks!! It was so funny I had to include it....hopefully it's not too risqué!
Thanks Bro! Love your videos as well as seeing someone locally with great content. Looking forward to running across you at Southern Thunder in the future. Oh, and congratulations on your new CVO!
Thank you so much! I plan to visit Southern Thunder this weekend. Probably be there around noon. I will be on the CVO. Also I will be at Mitchels Breakfast Burritos in W. Memphis AR about 9am
I was hoping for a review like this before I pulled the trigger. I got impatient and drove over and picked one up about a month ago. Really nice lift for what it is. No regrets
Ditto! I really like. I'm getting ready to put my new CVO on it tonight
Q,! this was a thoughtful, well done video with no staging! Thank you! very well done! funny thing is I just purchased a Handy Lift from a friend that no longer rides and it has the 12 inch wide table extensions on it. even though I have the room for the table Lift, had I seen your video first, I might have gone with yours. No worries, we are off the ground! lol. Thank you!
Thanks for the feedback! I watched Joe Goes Harbor Freight lift in his latest video....he can't seem to flat foot the bike all the way onto the lift, so I still like the one I have better! Especially since I don't have to manually jack it up! Safe travels!!
Thank you for the video….I appreciate your showing the load and unloading…I built a few 1x6 platforms to surround the lift and then road the bike up with my feet being able to duck walk up the surrounding platforms…not worth the effort…the best is to do as you do and walk the Goldwing up…uncomfortable but gets the job done. Keep the videos comming
I've considered fabricating some type of platform that would allow me to ride onto the lift.....but that takes away from the convenience. I am not using the lift as much as I thought I would....it's pretty much just taking up space in my garage.
Thanks for the demo. At almost 80 I don't have issues getting down on the ground for maintenance - it's the getting back up part that's a chore.
Regarding your comment about needing to be a bit mechanically inclined to assemble the beast - if you're not, you probably shouldn't be buying one. IMHO. 😁
@@mjordan812 😂good point!
Love the T-Shirt.
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LOL What a classic ending. That thing looks a little dicey to me. I have a traditional table lift with side panels that I ride the bike on. but if someone is limited with space, I can see this as an option.
thank you for taking the time and sharing this great video with us. Been considering a harbor freight lift for a while but prefer the scissor lift design for strength and durability. The storage of the lift is a huge plus.
Thank you! I plan to do an oil change video with the lift soon. Stay tuned!
First time watching. Excellent video. Very informative and enjoyable. Great voice.
Glad you enjoyed it
User reviews like this are way better than someone just typing. Never know if they are bots or not. Come back and repost as you use it a few times and learn about pro's and con's
Will do. I plan to do videos doing oil changes and other maintenance. I will also answer any questions that I get from this video (in my next video)
@RidingandWrenching when you do the oil change be clear on the engine oil plug since it's a 5k and the other is 10k.
Thanks for the review on the Kendon Cruiser lift. I have the same lift and made modifications of ray lift to be able to have small platforms on each side that I fabricated myself for the permanent or removable applications on the lift. I have my 2015 Ultra Limited that stays loaded all the time with all my gear as I ride it daily. I will post a video on my channel showing this very soon. I love my lift and I also fold it up after using.
Thanks again. See you on the road some where. Ride safe, stay safe.
Very cool! I subscribed you your channel!
@@RidingandWrenching Yhanks for subscribing. I will have the video of my Kenyon Cruiser lift up very soon.
Great demo video, very detailed, wonderfully produced & presented.... thank you, Sir!
Thank you!
Thanks!!! You showed me everything I wanted to know. I don’t have a big Harley so my Triumphs will probably be easy to kid and unload
Glad it helped! Take a look at the lift on Amazon. Here is an affiliate link amzn.to/3wvBNdO. If you decide to purchase through Amazon, be sure that this lift fits your bike. Kendon makes 2 lifts. 1 for large American bikes (Harley) and another for "smaller" bikes. This link is for the smaller one. Please consider using my affiliate link if you decide to purchase. Thanks!!
Nice tutorial overview! I’ve got an older version of your lift with no adjustment options for the chock. It handles my ironhead Sportster just fine. I might recommend keeping a small scissor jack under the bike while it’s on the Kendon lift, even if it’s in the lowered position. This adds more stability and is a safeguard should a user experience loss of tire pressure which would greatly reduce tie down strap tension. Especially concerning for those choosing to keep their bike on the lift for an extended period of time. It’s cheap insurance in my opinion.
Great point about the scissor jack. I don't have one yet, but I will definitely get one
Great video brother, I’m thinking of getting one. But they are out of stock. Was hoping you were going to talk about the removal of the panels for tire removal. But great review! I’m sold.
I haven't had to do a tire change since I've bought it. I'll make a tire change video with it soon
Nice video. I have the trailer but I never knew they made a table. BTW, you may want to have on sneakers or work boots with rubber soles working in the garage. They'll give you a better grip when you're removing the bike from the lift. You don't want to slip wearing dress shoes. 🙏🏾
Thank you friend, appreciate your time and insight, enjoying your content, look forward to more hints and tips, keep gliding 👍
At first I thought this would be perfect, but then I"m also thinking the wide platform HF style might be better for the extra work surface. I suppose it comes down to whether you need to move it when not in use. Air lift vs 100 pumps? I'll spend the extra for air when I finally buy one. And yeah, manufacturer demos with tiny women and MSF bikes..
Boiled down to space and the air lift for me.
Very nice video Sir and please keep them coming.
Thank you!
That was a great review. I wish there were reviews like this for all products.
Such a nice guy....it's almost like I know you
The tie downs are all pulling to the rear..the same direction the bike comes off. The front strap may not let the wheel rise up enough to go over the check, though. I usually tie front and back in opposite directions, depending on whether I'm pulling a wheel. May be something to think about..Good video!
Great point. I had to look at the video again to see what you were talking about. The bike seems very stable while strapped down. The chock is going a good job hold it in place. I think the front strap is pulling downward enough into the chock to hold it in place. I've lifted the bike a couple of times with only the front tied down (but I dont recommend anyone else do that!)
I shook the bike quite a bit while fully lifted to ensure it's stable. I'm satisfied with the results.
You made excellent points!!
Thanks so much for the review brother! It helps me see what options I have!
It seems quite sturdy. The sketchy part for me is getting it off the stand. If she starts to go over, it's going to be a mess. I'll be interested in how this pans out for you as you use it. Great job, Cue.
I had someone help me the first couple of times. It's not too bad once you get use to it. I haven't tried it with my RG Ultra yet....it's HEAVY! I actually dropped the RG on my trailer once 😳😳. Took 3 of us to pick it up!
Thanks for the detailed video. I got to say coming off the lift was nerve wracking, coming back on scared the crap out of me. I think I would make some wood platforms for either side so I could ride it up if I went with this unit.
It's not easy! My very first attempt, I couldn't get it off the wheel chock! I had to have a friend help. Once I adjusted the wheel chock, it was easier. I suspect it will be easier the more I use it. I am comfortable using it. A shorter person or someone (a little less strong) might struggle.
loading and off loading seems to be the tough parts.
Loading is easy. Unloading is a skill! I am not concerned about it, however a smaller statured person might struggle. There are adjustments to the wheel chock that can make it easier to pull off of the wheel chock. The key is to make sure you're not pulling the bike over a hump. You want the wheel chock level with the ground.
Excellent video.
Great video the lift looks a little sketchy. I’m not sure if that’s really made for super heavy bikes, but really enjoy the videos
It's rated for 1,000 pounds. I will test it with my Road Glide this weekend. I'm it expecting any issues
I have the same lift. The biggest problem I have is getting it off. I may try and move the chock like you did because it was nearly impossible to get off the lift with a single person so I just removed the whole thing. I’m gonna try the second hole
I'm not using it as much as I thought I would.
This was a very thorough review. Thanks!
I have the same compressor. It’s about 11 years old. Just adjust it to the right pressure and it shoots shoot right up. I have a bigger lift which i love. But it’s much wider
I wish I had room for a wider lift. I'd prefer to be able to ride onto it. But....my lot in life is a 2 car garage....so portability is a high priority
Nice thanks for sharing 🇺🇸👍👍👍
Nice video, a lift is on my wish list.
Great video sir
Nice review!
I have a wheel chok and small lift i bought from a friend. First time I use the wheel chok i had a hard time getting it out. Had to have someone push it from the front as i pulled
I had a hard time getting it out of the chock the first time. It's especially tough since you're not sitting on the bike. Adjusting the chock so that it is level when the tire is on it, made a big difference
Nice, a little unsafe doing it in them slippery shoes 👞 lol great job as always bro ✊🏿💯😳😳😳😊
Those aren't hard sole shoes😂 my bad feet can't handle them. I could run in these shoes
Great review. Not sure that’s enough lift for me.
Nice lift. Wish I had a place to use one.
You can use them anywhere! Even outside
@@RidingandWrenching yep, I just have no place currently to store it when not in use. Fortunately I have a friend close by with a shop and lift.
I’ve had my Kendon lift for over 6 years. Biggest issue I have is unloading the bike. But I am a lot smaller than you are, I will try using the second pin location (as you suggested). I like to have a helper to unload. It is nice to be able stand the lift up against the wall (out of the way). I also have a pit bull jack/lift, I use it allot more then the Kendon. I also added non slip to the ramp and back section.
Great video! Would it be possible to lay a platform on both sides , just wide enough, and the same height as the lift so you can have a place for your feet and actually ride the bike on to the lift, and straddle the bike and walk it off the lift?
I suppose you could, I dont think Kendon sells anything like that.
you did a good job with it but it looks difficult to load and unload if you aren't as strong as you !!
It's not easy. I am going to experiment with the wheel chock...if it is in the wrong position, it's even more difficult to get it off the lift. I intentionally included loading/unloading since Kendon doesn't show that in ANY of their videos....especially with a heavy bike like a Harley.
A lift so nice itll even lift your spirits
What is the Max weight load it can hold? Would it be advised to take out things that are stored in your bags before using. So the weight transfer is even.
1,000 pounds
Heavy bikes can be challenging to back off the chock. It takes practice
Wow, surely made for my Road King. Thank you 😊
Great review. Looks kind of scary to me.
I have been looking at these. Do they sit too high to ride the bike on?
They are too high to ride the bike on
Just bought a 2020 street glide. It still has the stock bars, and I'm going with the 12-inch bars . Will I have to change the brake lines for the extended ones
I think you will be ok with most 12" bars. I put 14" bars on a 2020 Ultra Glide and had to replace the brake line
@RidingandWrenching This is why I subscribed to your channel. Quick response and very knowledgeable. Thanks cue
It looks like a nice compact lift. I'm not sure if I would put my 430 lb zx10r on it or not honestly. Your 800ish lb Harley defense no not in good conscience. I acknowledge I am using a HF lift which definitely isn't perfect.
It's very solid. I don't have any concerns lifting my bike with it
Nice lift but I think I would have spent the extra money and got one you can ride the bike onto. Like the one that Law Abiding Biker has.
I don't have space for a lift like that. But I agree, I'd rather have one I can ride on.
@@RidingandWrenching I have seen people make wooden boxes the length of the lift that sits on the floor so you have a place to put your feet so you can ride it onto the lift.
@@davidsizemore2745 I considered that! I may actually do that at some point. Especially if I end up with a larger garage in the future
Can you do oil changes on this lift
Yes. I will make an oil change video with it soon
thank you , Iam really thinking on this lift, I appreciate your review , I have a 2003 Bmw R1150 gs , and not a lot of space , I also do a little buying building and selling of Bmw adventure bikes , and I'am ready to not be on my knees , when I"am working on the bike . and the only advantage Of the harbor freight lift table , would be , that one could use it a a work bench, for other projects due to its width , and same story , Kendon"s advertisement videos , just didn't give me enough information , Great video ! , I am certain that this lift by Kendon , will be my choice , Thank you 😊
sincerely
David G Schoenoff DavGoFarMotorSports 😎
Thanks for the feedback! I made my first attempt at an oil change....didn't go well! I had an issue using my oil drain pan. Kendon sells a drain pan so I am going to order theirs and try again. I also need they center jack for tire changes. I will do videos on both sometime in the future
I like it. However, with that heavy mother on the list at full height, looks like it could be a little tipsy. Not sure.
It's pretty stable. The tough part is getting the bike on and off the lift. Also I will need to buy the Kendon oil change pan....and there center bike lift. I'll have those soon
I got a 18 street glide, I would not trust that lift with my bike, no way. Looking at a table lift with side extensions.
Why?
@@RidingandWrenching that looks way to unstable for a touring bike. Not to mention the fact that you can’t ride it up on the lift which makes it a disaster waiting to happen. That’s why I say I’m looking for a lift with side extensions. So I can ride the bike on the lift safely and the side extensions to put your feet on.
You should try a Harley Davidson type jack. That looks risky, people will be walking next to bike and it goes flying into the wall, backing it up, you need to be a powerliftter. My bike is 22 years old and I would not risk it on that, if I bought a 40k new bike, no way. Not to be rude, the accident videos would be funny if no one was hurt.
I don't have any "accident videos". If I thought there was risk, I wouldn't do it, nor would I encourage anyone else to use it
@@RidingandWrenching I did not say to post accident videos, not being rude, that jack looks like one waiting to happen, I would just get a jack you put under the bike and not have to roll it on or off, people can’t use the clutch while sitting on the bike, let alone walking next to it. Just notice yoju had a helper with you.
The end of the video 💀💀🤣🤣
I hope that isn't too risqué! I thought it was funny. Most people don't watch to the end anyway
@@RidingandWrenching I think it's hilarious, but I'm not a snowflake. Some people might find it offensive, but screw em!
Not liking where/how you tied the bike off, to me it looks loose and not the best location choice. I’d probably mount retractable ratchet straps to the sides of the lift up front and loop them on the handle bars with smart straps. The overall width of the lift makes me a tad nervous with a 1000 lb touring bike up there. Narrow stance. My RG would make me extremely careful moving around the bike. My PA wouldn’t make me nervous. Much lighter bike.
@@WorldsGoneInsane I get it. I found it to be stable using the tie down points on the lift.
Honestly I don't use the lift as much as I thought I would. My motorcycle jack is much more convenient to use.
@ that’s what I was thinking too. Love how this stands to store but I have a good lift jack that takes up no room. Probably sticking with that.
@ if I had it to do all over again, I would not have purchased it
That looks a little anemic. Looks about the size of a fold up ironing board.
Looks like an ironing board!😂. Slightly more heavy duty though
Too dangerous!!!
How would change a tire??? Looks like a lift thats good for cleaning not any real work.
There is a center stand that is a separate accessory that enables tire changes. You would need some type of center stand for any lift to do a tire change