Still riding at age 76 about 5-1/2 years after making this video. My heavy bike now is a 2020 RoadGlide. Not quite as hefty as that 2012 Ultra. Just did a practice session after dropping that one a couple times, and I can get it up with the Harley technique shown for the orange (actually "Amber Whiskey") one and no jack or halper. (I loved that color.) Glad I had a passenger sissy bar and pad installed. It provides a strong and convenient point with leverage to grab near the rear end.
Paul, glad to see you're still riding and welcome to the Road Glide club! Not nearly as experienced as you are in life, but I hope to be riding when I'm your age. Ride safe.
Enjoyed your video on lifting a heavy bike, it was helpful. My ride since 2006 is my 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Nomad. My riding areas are Oregon, Idaho, Washington and Nevada. I am approaching 72 and still riding. Just found your channel on 9-19-202, hope you make more videos. Safe travels!
Great job. I had to smile at the age of the riders, as well as yourself, who posted here. I'm 73 and a life long rider up here in Manchester NH riding my 2010 Street glide.
Great idea! Glad to see you're still riding at 70, and in great enough shape to pick up your own bikes! Most people don't prepare for these type of situations, it's great to see someone so proactive! A "real" biker!
Uh, I'm getting to those 70s faster than I ever thought possible. But I m still doing everything I've always done. There's more of us than you know, we still ride. Keep your knees in the breeze.!
This guy is excellent. He gets a SUPER like from me! He speaks like he was inside your head. I dropped my Road King twice and I couldn't lift it alone, so everything he said was important. I'm not sure where the cut-off weight to be able to lift a bike, but I found out the hard way that 836 pounds was to much... for me. The first time it fell, I forgot to lift the kick stand, the second time I got a cramp! Fortunately, there were people around to help. It seems like when you have motorcycle troubles, people are willing to quickly react and help.The jack thing is a good idea! Thank you bro!
hey, what a coincidence I also got a cramp that sent me to the hospital for two days. But my motorcycle fell because my house also had that entrance with stones and it slipped, but it was very difficult to lift it because of the stones. my bike is not that big it is a Yamaha 1700 road star. It took me a lot of work to lift it but I did not know about putting it in first gear and tying the front brake, the cat thing did not occur to me and I also got nervous because it started to leak gas
Paul great Video and great shape man . I'am 71 old now and back to ride BMW R1150 Adv, after no motorcycle activity during 18 years. Leave long, drive safe and go as far you can breath .
Nicely done! I'm also someone your age and statute and I dropped my 1978 Goldwing at a traffic light in Manhattan; to my embarrassment, and not paying attention (this was years ago). Fortunately, after the bystanders stopped laughing, they saw me struggling to get it up and came to my rescue! So, I'm so glad to see your tips and video on this subject! I did have crash-bars on and was little to no damage, except my foolish pride lol! Thanks again for sharing! 👍
MY WIFE AND I WERE IN LACONIA NH AND NOBODY WOULD HELP THIS ELDER RIDER UNTIL WE STOPPED , I HAD ALREADY SEEN THIS VIDEO PRIOR TO THAT DAY AND IT HELPED THANK YOU
I’m a 58 year old woman and just bought a gl1000 1978. I want to know everything I can. It was great to see your wife help out too. Im excited to get this bike rolling. The best part of the video was seeing older folks sharing info. A huge plus I appreciate so much thank you 😉
The Harley style list is all in the technique, and I see your problem with it. You have to get your butt down against the SIDE of the seat that is down, so that means you have to really crouch down and your legs are out in front on you more, not under you, to get down that low. Grip the handlebars with one hand and with the other hand, grab something on the bike that is unbreakable and as LOW as you can reach. Then you walk backwards and the bike slowly comes up. My husband has an Ultra Classic and I'm a 5'2" 135# 63 year old woman and I can lift it this way. Granted, it's not easy and I wouldn't want to do it on a regular basis, but in a pinch if something would happen to my husband, I can lift it myself!
I am a full 1'1" taller than you. I guarantee if I were on gravel I wouldn't be able to get the leverage needed to walk the bike back. I like the jack idea for a situation like this. Sometimes height has it's advantage but I wouldn't think so here. Legs are too long.
You don't give yourself enough credit. You've told yourself you can't do it and you haven't tried. 'Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right.' - Henry Ford
your all trippin ya lock the brake n turn wheel to downed side then grab downside handlegrip faceing the bike and squat and use your legs to lift less likely to over lift and flop her on the other side n i only know this from getting my ass handed to me n still haveing to right the bike n not on the pavement out in the sand gumbo ect. and it was an 82 gl500i modified n stripped down to 420 lbs and it is still a bitch to do
Good/perfect technique *helps* but only if you have sufficient strength and flexibility to execute it. The 'good' thing about a tip-over on a big bike or dresser is that it likely has crash bars. Aside from the safety aspect, they also limit the angle of the bike when its on its side. The 'Harley' lift method uses your legs more than your back which is a very good thing. With a big bike, you don't have to squat as low to pick it up. A LOT of people couldn't do this if they had to squat so low that their shins and thighs were at a 45º angle or less. People who could use the 'Harley' method on a big bike might have a lot of trouble on a mid-size or larger sport bike because it would probably be lower to the ground. Technique can make the difference, but it's still a YMMV situation. That modified jack is a stellar idea!
Paul, I watched your video today, 8 yrs after you first published it. At 69, I found it very informative. Thank you very much. I hope that you and your family are doing well. I like to think that you’re still riding. Thanks again!
My 83 year old Father refuses to stop riding his HD Roadglide here in Colorado. He drops his bike roughly two times a week during the warmer months. His solution is to pop the top on a V-8 low sodium of course and wait for a passerby to help. He called 911 once and the Colorado State Patrol showed up, took some pictures, listened to a couple of stories and got him on his way. Be careful out there.
Hi all. There is now something called "landing gear" that stabilizes motorcycles at low speeds and prevents tip overs. Look up "leg-up landing gear" or "Korean landing gear"
Good Stuff sir. Just an FYI for those who look around for such things. The 86-91 Rx-7's have an aluminum scissor jack from the factory. LOT's lighter than the steel ones, and should easily pick up a large bike. Keep it shiny side up, and between the ditches!
Was in that spot today on the Blue Ridge Parkway.....waited 10 minutes before someone showed up to help lift the beast.....1200 lbs fully loaded mind you. Took 3 to get it up. Excellent video and thank you for taking the time.
Thanks Paul ! Great Demo ! I'm a shorter guy 5'7 and have ridden an FX since '78... JUST got an FLHX and what a difference in weight and balance! Could pick up the FX with not much of a problem but the new FL is about 300 lbs heavier plus the seat is too high for my leg length... A new seat is on order! When just moving the Bike around I ran into the ooops here it goes... gently down... picking it up was another story! Well got it up again... The front brake clamp is a good idea so as not letting the Bike roll as is being in gear. THANKS! I thought I was the only one thinking about making a modified jack! Yours is a great MOD! Might I suggest, as long as you're carrying the Jack, cut a few pieces of 2x6 to make some blocks, just in case you're in soft ground so the Jack doesn't sink and you can use them to "chock up" the Bike while Jacking or taking a break as you go... You can always use them as a Jiffy Stand base too!
Mr. Chadwick, when I first saw that your video was 15 minutes long, I thought how can it take that long to pick up a bike. Now that I have watched it, you packed a lot of good common sense and leverage info into every minute. Great job!
I am just a kid at 62 and have only been riding 50 years, but I found your suggestions very helpful . . . especially the scissor jack . . . I'll be getting one for my Tour-Pak.
Hello I just started rideing again at 67 on an ultra with two new knees and a hip last week, the scissor Jack will be a good additive, though I'm ok with waiting for help, thanks
Thanks Mr Chadwick! I dropped my 2018 115th Anniversary CVO ULTRA LIMITED on the right side the other day. I was in first gear in a slight turn and down it went! I couldn’t pick it up (944 lbs) so I waited for a couple of guys to show up and help. I just learned a lot from your video including the scissor jack! I’ll be modifying one just like it this week to carry in the tour pak! Thanks a million!
PAUL WHAT AN AMAZING VIDEO !!!! I'M 74 AND STILL RIDING MY 97 HERITAGE SOFTAIL DELUXE , NOW I KNOW IF I EVER DO NEED TO PICK HER UP , I'LL USE THE FIRST METHOD YOU SHOWED BY TURNING THE FORKS AND FRONT WHEEL TO THE RIGHT . I'M ALSO INVESTING IN A SISSOR JACK JUST IN CASE I OR A BUDDY WITH A 950 LB BIKE NEEDS TO GET HIS UPRIGHT !! JUST GOES TO SHOW WE OLD GUYS DIDN'T GET THIS OLD BY BEING STUPID !!! THANKS AGAIN PAUL , YOU DEFINITELY ARE A TRUE BIKER !!!!
Good idea. I noticed once you brought the bike back to the jiffy stand after the HD technique the highway peg was back at the jack height. Therefore you should be able to straddle the bike stand it up as if it was on the jiffy stand with the jack fully extended. This would be a more controlled lift instead of standing on one leg holding the bike weight kicking at the jiffy stand with your heal. Just a thought. Good video!
The coolest technique I ever saw was in the early 1970's, an elderly gentleman dropped his Harley crossing railroad tracks (I lived in a town with rr tracks down the middle of the main street and often saw people on motorcycles and bicycles fall down crossing the tracks wrong.) Before I could get over to him to help, he cranked the front wheel, held the front brake, then slowly slipped the clutch out (with the engine running) and the bike stood itself up.
I am 71 and my bike is a boss hoss with bags and fairing it has a 400 hp V8 Chevy engine on it . I have NEVER dropped my bike yet ,but if I do , The way I would get my bike back up would be -------- (GET HELP !!!!). Really I seen a lady about 55 years old 115 lbs 5'2" riding her ultra classic new bike, demo herself picking her own bike up in ft Lauderdale FL. Amazing !! She was a medical doctor.
Hey Paul. I just happened to stumble across this video of yours. I own a Royal Star Tour Deluxe which weighs in at 844 lbs. with a tank of gas and a 29 and 1/2 inch seat height. I tip the scales at 145lbs. and am 61 years young with 30 inch inseam. Not much leg extension with feet down. The bike is probably, in reality too much, too heavy and too big for me but I love all that it offers when I ride which is often. Watching your video, with easy explanation and example has given me much needed confidence. My big fear has been falling over as you said, while stopping or at low speed maneuver. Although it would be extremely embarrassing, I will now be able to save face by picking it up myself! Never too old to learn. Never too old to teach. Thanks for taking time to share.
great teaching!! my MSF class didnt teach us how to lift up a bike to my rememberance. but this was a blessing to watch even if i dont ride one i can always help someone else. Bike i ride 2002 Suzuki Kitana 750f. God Bless you
Thanks Paul, I'm 57 with a weak back and just upgraded from a lifetime of Sportster's to my first Electra Glide. As luck would have it a block from home I was tired and was getting ready to make a left turn and made the rookie mistake of hitting the front brakes at low speed with the bars turned add a little sand on the road and I had a slow motion left side drop. So I shut the motor off and then the petcock just to be safe and tried the Harley Davidson method without luck. Lucky for me a local Deputy sheriff stopped and blocked traffic he said he did not he same think on his Road Glide and helped me lift it. So after your video I don't feel as bad getting help. Ordering my jack , what a great idea. Thanks again
I had to like and subscribe. Simply for the facts that a 70 years, young man is willing to lay over not just one but, two Harley's. Purely for the purpose of teaching others. Weather your methods are to the liking of others, or not, is of little consequence ! The BIG PICTURE here is: Your method works and your willing to risk it, for the sake of other people whom you will never even meet. Mr. Chadwick, you sir are a very rare individual. Thank you for posting this video.
I bought a 2008 Ultra Classic, I am 57. The day they delivered it, I had the mechanic who brought it help me lay it down onto a tarp. I used your technique and picked it up. That's 841 pounds,
71 and just bought a '59 Duo Glide so thankyou. Dropped my '78 Electra when I was 44 and couldn't get it up until a little old lady rushed out of a pub and climbed onto the footboard on the other side. Left her beer on the pavement, picked it up as I cranked the bike back into life and went back into the smokey bar again. Everyone needs a little old lady to pick up the pieces eh?
Just saw this. I've dropped my Bike twice in the last month. I have a steep driveway. Couldn't get it picked up. It use to be easy. A few operations on my legs, heart surgery, and a bout with cancer and I'm just not as strong as I use to be. For sure I'm getting one of these jacks and modify it . Thanks. My bike is an 07 Ultra.
Red ninja, perhaps reading comprehension isn't your strong suit. You'll get older one day too, Not very nice being a jerk to someone who stated they had heart surgery and cancer. Karma's a bitch, good luck in your future.
Just payed my down in a parking lot that was on a angle. Tried to get it up and no cigar! Someone ended up helping me. When I got home this video helped me with what to do in case it ever happens again. I’m also a senior so this was epic. Thanks a million
I learned the following from a Motorcycle Policeman demo during 2014 Sturgis rally. Walk backwards towards the bike on the side that is laying close to the seat. Reach with your arms and grab hold of the bike somewhere near the seat, preferably the frame, keep your back straight, keep walking backwards as you straighten out the bike, use your legs for power, not your arms or back. Worked for me on a Honda Shadow 1100. Takes little effort.
thank for the jack method which as an engineer of 64 yrs is what i had in mind but did not know of the foot pegs this solves my problem as i have a back problem and can not myself lift it without pain most grateful to you in showing your method its will be of use on my goldwing 1200 sei which i have just imported from the states. thankyou. jtl
Paul. Thank you for a great how to. For newbs or experienced riders. The Harley technique was a great tip. I'm tiny. 5', and I had to use that method. Yes, New bike, forgot to put side stand down. Really appreciate this effort! Ride safe, keep the rubber side down..
Yep, great sense. The problem is HD isn't know for being perceptive. From misjudging their customer demographic, to continually producing under powered machines, they just don't get it. To be fair, HD aren't the only ones needing a wake up call. Ducati and Triumph have got the message (?) Check out their Diavel and Rocket 3. The chap demonstrating in the clip should be given a job in HD Research and Development Section.
I'm a 4'11" female (nearly 60 years old) and ride a VTX1300..I do have crash bars, but I dread the day I drop that bike when I'm out riding alone. I have seen the MSF lift demonstrated before, but have never actually done it. I will be purchasing a scissor lift as a bit of extra insurance. Thank you for posting this really great video!
Just had to watch this. Never owned a bike but worked with a bunch of bikers for a while. One of the women there had a bf that owned some machine that was only named in undertones. One day she declared that her boyfriend was pissed because she dropped it on a beach, in the sand and now he wasn't speaking to her. Never heard the expression 'dropped' before but from the deadly silence that followed, it must have been serious. Words like 'stupid bint' and 'she still lives?' could be heard. Now after all these years I can see what she did. Thanks for posting.
Paul had the same thought about using a sizzer jack wondering if it would work and then I found your video. Thank you for making it and explaining how you modified it for a big bike. I have dropped my 2024 Road Glide twice parking it heaviest bike I have ever owned love it but its heavy. Been riding for over forty years just turned 68.
Thanks for taking the time to make this video, Paul. i have ordered crash bars for my '09Bonneville, as I have dropped it a couple of times in the manner you described. It only weighs about 500#, but when your ankle is trapped under the frame, it's really nasty to get up by yourself. The techniques you teach will be invaluable! Ride safe and enjoy your beautiful scenery.
85 and still love riding my old Road King a couple times a week. Bought new in 2004 and have over 108,000 miles on it. Will try that handlebar trick to pick it up. ( Luckily I haven’t dropped it in years.)I trained years ago with a motor cop and also Jerry Palidinos’ instructions. The way they taught works, but after using that way I found that by pressing my butt sideways against the seat, it broke the metal tab away from the plastic bottom of the seat.
Thank you Paul, at 64, with CHF, it's now becoming a problem to pick up the 06 Ultra Classic. One year ago, after getting cams installed, I had a balk while doing a uturn in the road, it came down. Took me a bit to get her back up. I'd have less energy now. Jack is excellent idea! Cheers!
As a very new biker (6 miles total), I'm very grateful to find your valuable video... for an issue I've been worried about. I just ordered "highway" bars a few days ago (Dennis Kirk) for the front thinking this may help should I ever lay my bike down. ('95 Harley Bad Boy Springer Softail) THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!
PAUL , I SEE THIS VIDEO WAS MADE IN 2015 MAKING YOU 74 NOW AS I WA ON 8/2/2019 . I HOPE UR STILL WELL AND GETTING AS MUCH WIND AS POSSIBLE . THE BACKGROUND APPEARS TO BE IN ARIZONA WHERE I LIVE SO RIDE ON AND B SAFE MY HARLEY-DAVIDSON BROTHER IN ARMS !!!
Great video Paul! I am disabled and these techniques are very helpful! I too am in my mid sixties and really don’t like the ride of a trike,which I have been looking at. Now I feel like I can still do two up without any problems!
Good video I never thought about using a jack! I am kind of a small guy 5'6"ish about 180# and ride a 05 Road King and you are absolutely correct in saying if you haven't dumped it you will ! lol I've been riding most of my life (54 yrs old) but once my bike gets over just a bit to far there is no way can I hold it up so I just lay it over easy, 5 times in the past 7yrs only one time I couldn't get it back on two wheels all other times I was so embarrassed & kind of shocked it went over the Adrenalin kicked in a snatched it up and of course there always seems to be a group around watching when it happens lol I was never taught the correct way to pick it up until a few yrs after I bought it but NOW I am going to buy a scissor jack!! that is a great Idea! I have the crash bars & highway pegs on it already because I KNOW it will happen again & I don't think I could lift it any more Thanks for posting-Two thumbs up!!!
Agreed at 70 years ( which happens to be my age also) Its time to think of the safety of yourself as well as others, The Trike will do it nicely Well said Confederate Son, No shame here
Good Job Paul. I dropped my UCL one time in the garage and had to get my wife to help me get it back up. It was fairly new in 2011 when it happened and had no idea of these techniques. Not even Harley. Not my first bike or first Harley but my first UCL. Thanks for the tips and for posting this for others.
how to pick up a ninja 300. grab any handle with one hand and pull :P lol . I always wondered how those things were picked up though. liked and subscribed :)
Well done. I too am a senior rider - 50+ years of hard core riding. My solution to picking up a heavy bike is to ride a lighter one. I also had to shed a few hundred pounds of ego before I bought a 'V-Strom, but at the end of the day I'm glad I made the move up to a smaller machine. And, because nobody asked, here's another opinion: If you're not dropping your bike you're probably not riding it enough.
A more proper technique would be to place your butt on the seat and use more of your leg strength to rotate the bike. I've used this technique before and I'm only 145lbs.
But your not over 6' tall I assume. I am 6'3" and it would be harder to get the leverage needed. This fella looked over 6' and considering his age, he wasn't going to push it.
I'm 6'1" and broke five vertebrae in my lower back in a motorcycle accident years ago. So, lifting is a huge problem for me. I dropped my 2012 Ultra Classic (exactly the same as the second bike in the video), placed my ass on the seat, used my legs to push against the seat, the bike popped right up! So, unless your inseam is a LOT longer than mine, 34", then you can do it too.
GOOD VIDEO BEEN RIDING BIG HARLEY'S FOR YEARS AND ONLY DROPPED IT TWICE BOTH TIME'S SITTING STILL ONCE SHE'S AT 60 DEGREES SHES GOING OVER LIKE IT OR NOT I DIDN'T HAVE ENGINE GUARDS BUT MY FORWARD CONTROLS SAVED MY $3500.00 PAINT JOB AS A MAN WHO HAS HAD 2 SPINAL FUSIONS YOU'VE LAID OUT SOME GREAT INFORMATION. THANKS FOR YOUR TIME.
It's been demoed already on YT. While the GL is heavier, it's weight and center of gravity are much lower than most H-Ds and other big bikes. The GL's crash bars also similarly limit the angle of the bike when on it's side. That makes the weight difference of very little consideration. Paul's 'Harley' method works well on the GL, too.
Thanks for demonstrating this! I appreciate you showing how to pick the bike up when it’s dropped on the left side. Most of the videos I’ve seen show the bike dropped on it’s right side and they’re able to use the kick stand. The times I’ve dropped mine it’s always been on the left side.
THANKS FOR THIS VIDEO. VERY INFORMATIVE, I DROPED MY BIKE AND HAD TO WAIT FOR HELP TO PICK IT UPRIGHT. HOPE I NEVER DROP AGAIN, BUT NOW I KNOW WHAT TO DO.
Skip LeGrady ... WHEN YOU USE ALL CAPS, YOUR SPELLING ERRORS ARE MAGNIFIED. FOR INSTANCE, A COWBOY MIGHT SAY, "I ROPED A CALF." BILL CLINTON MIGHT SAY, "I GROPED AN INTERN."
Excellent- 70-year old man making it happen - and with wife Miss Eileen! Good looking bikes...I know the pain of the 2007 Electraglide pickup (rightside laydown)...twice in 5 minutes too...no place to grab- had to take the trunk off for the 2nd pickup...I'm gonna try and modify one of those scissor jacks also. You're a good man Mr. Chadwick- Keep on Riding, sir. 70, wow- you're in good shape.
Yes it happens if you ride long enough. As a Chiropractor the ergonomics of keeping your spine as straight as possible using legs was flawless. Funny how just a little help makes it so much easier. Well thougtout and very helpful! Thanks
Thank you sir, that was the tip I needed. Set my Ultra down on gravel, and no technique was working to get it up. Finally strained my back, gave up and waited for help. Not just embarrassing, but very annoying time wise. That little jack is going in the tour pac straight away, and I will likely do the same mod to make it more secure. Thanks again.
ME BEING 74 AND RIDING WELL OVER 60 YEARS , NEVER IN MY ENTIRE LIFE HAVE I HEARD THE WORDS < JIFFY STAND > !!!!! IT'S A KICK STAND , ALWAYS HAS BEEN ALWAYS WILL BE !!!!!
Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge and experience. I appreciate it as this topic usually doesn't come up until it has happened. My bike only weighs about 470+, but after a lot of living, I think a lot more about all the things that can possibly go wrong, instead of just crossing the bridge once I am in the middle of it. For those of you who know it all, and those who know it all better: just pass on to something else. This vid was not for you!
Paul, thanks so much for posting this video - very inspirational on a couple of levels. I ran into this situation yesterday after only having my bike a couple of days. Fortunately, I got some help from somebody who happened to be passing by, but afterward it made me wonder 1.) did I make a mistake buying a bike I can't lift and 2.) does this only happen to me? You helped convince me to get back on and keep riding my 05 Vulcan 1600, that it happens to everybody, and that the next time this happens there are things I can do to put the bike back up and back on the road. And the other inspiration. I'm pushing 60 here and I really didn't want to give up riding yet, so here's your wave in passing, brother - thanks again for the solid tip. Be safe.
You have good intentions but Wrong info you can really hurt your back picking up a bike that heavy like that. You need to put your butt against the seat start lifting and walk backwards at the same time . You Would be amaze on how easy it is to do it that way!
I'm 75 years old and still riding my Road Glide Ultra and it has tipped over this summer. Thankfully some one came and helped me lift it. The jack would have saved the day if I hadn't had help. Thanks for the great idea. I'll ride into my 80's God willing.
Good to hear that the emergency services are also good in the US. Here in the UK they are willing to help with almost anything, particularly the fire department who are not as busy as the police and get fed up with drinking tea when their are no fires.
Thanks, Paul! I stopped today and when I mounted and backed up to leave the parking space I choked and either had the bars too left or not enough fuel and down she went 2016 Electra I am 70 and figured I would just use the butt method No go! A young guy came by and offered his help. I was pissed because I hadn't carried a strap to wrap around the roll bar on the left side and couldn't get a grip on anything. The scissor jack is a great idea. I was shocked I couldn't butt roll it upright until you said it weighs 900 lbs. Now I know why. I rode a 2009 Fireman's special my son had and its balance point was amazing.
Thankyou Paul for a really good video....I am 68 newish to bigger bikes after 5 years on a lightweight BSA.....Hope I never need to use your tips....but great to have the knowledge. Nick in England.
Thanks for the tips. I am older and don’t have the strength anymore to lift my Goldwing. Last month, I had to change a flat by laying the bike down on the right. After reassembly, I did not have the strength to upright the bike using the recommended method. The solution? I nosed my truck to the high side. Then with ratchet straps that we all have, I was able to easily winch the bike to the upright position. By the way, the only shop in the area was the Harley dealer. I was grateful for the other side to order a tire for a Honda rider. Yeah, who else would be open on a Sunday but the dealer of America’s number 1 bike.
Thanks for the tips Paul. My wife (not a big woman) has picked up her 900 pound Triumph Rocket III using a modified HD technique. Sit on the seat and baby step the bike up while keeping your butt on the seat. Worked like a charm!
Thanks Paul. I dropped my 96' FLHP twice. First time i dropped it pushing it back inside after a wash. The second time was in a Wal Mart parking lot that had a lot of loose sand and gravel. My foot slipped and down she went.i had help to get it up both times. I was thinking I was getting too old to ride. This shows that it s a common problem and can be rectified. i will get a small scissor jack and mod it for my bike.
Outstanding video! It was very informative, and very well presented. I saw another similar video, with a smaller woman using the Harley technique, and she raised the bike rather easily, so that method does indeed work for virtually anyone. I don't remember offhand what bike she was raising, but it was one of the heavier cruisers. I really like the jack idea for the larger bikes. Adding the small bracket was very inventive. You've probably learned some of these things from experience, and I truly hope those experiences were a one time only. Enjoy your rides, and be safe!
Thanks for the video, it will be a big help to me. I'm right at 70, and getting back into riding after a 10 year layoff. I like that jack idea, and will be using it! I'm pulling a Mini Mate pop up camper, so I have plenty of room for that small jack. I dropped mine the other day while trying to park it next to my tractor. It fell against the tractor, so no way to get to the low side. Being at home I just used a 1 ton come a long, and jacked it back up. That won't be available out on the road. But there won't be a tractor either, I hope! Thanks again! Great video, and well done.
Well done sir. Gives me hope (at 61) to ride for many more years. I can fairly easy pick up my r1200gs. But it's a lot of high tech (light) materials and has a very low center of gravity. The jack is brilliant. Thanks for posting.
Great video, I was on my second ride on my new 2017 road King , Had to make a close turn in my yard to get to my storage building and in the turn hit a mole run in sandy soil. Laid on the right side with no damage but I had to get my neighbor (glad he was home) to help. I will get one of those jacks. Thanks for the info.
Still riding at age 76 about 5-1/2 years after making this video. My heavy bike now is a 2020 RoadGlide. Not quite as hefty as that 2012 Ultra. Just did a practice session after dropping that one a couple times, and I can get it up with the Harley technique shown for the orange (actually "Amber Whiskey") one and no jack or halper. (I loved that color.) Glad I had a passenger sissy bar and pad installed. It provides a strong and convenient point with leverage to grab near the rear end.
Paul, glad to see you're still riding and welcome to the Road Glide club! Not nearly as experienced as you are in life, but I hope to be riding when I'm your age. Ride safe.
Enjoyed your video on lifting a heavy bike, it was helpful. My ride since 2006 is my 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Nomad. My riding areas are Oregon, Idaho, Washington and Nevada. I am approaching 72 and still riding. Just found your channel on 9-19-202, hope you make more videos. Safe travels!
Thank you you amazing old man accidentally dropped my late father's dyna wide glide. And I got it up super easy thanks to you
Thank's to show us to pick up a big motorcicle, I hope you aré still ridind
Great job. I had to smile at the age of the riders, as well as yourself, who posted here. I'm 73 and a life long rider up here in Manchester NH riding my 2010 Street glide.
Great idea! Glad to see you're still riding at 70, and in great enough shape to pick up your own bikes! Most people don't prepare for these type of situations, it's great to see someone so proactive!
A "real" biker!
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Uh, I'm getting to those 70s faster than I ever thought possible. But I m still doing everything I've always done. There's more of us than you know, we still ride. Keep your knees in the breeze.!
This guy is excellent. He gets a SUPER like from me! He speaks like he was inside your head. I dropped my Road King twice and I couldn't lift it alone, so everything he said was important. I'm not sure where the cut-off weight to be able to lift a bike, but I found out the hard way that 836 pounds was to much... for me. The first time it fell, I forgot to lift the kick stand, the second time I got a cramp! Fortunately, there were people around to help. It seems like when you have motorcycle troubles, people are willing to quickly react and help.The jack thing is a good idea! Thank you bro!
hey, what a coincidence I also got a cramp that sent me to the hospital for two days. But my motorcycle fell because my house also had that entrance with stones and it slipped, but it was very difficult to lift it because of the stones. my bike is not that big it is a Yamaha 1700 road star. It took me a lot of work to lift it but I did not know about putting it in first gear and tying the front brake, the cat thing did not occur to me and I also got nervous because it started to leak gas
Paul great Video and great shape man .
I'am 71 old now and back to ride BMW R1150 Adv, after no motorcycle activity during 18 years.
Leave long, drive safe and go as far you can breath .
good for you brother! you are one of the very few Harley riders that is willing to teach others something with your Harley. I Love it!!! Thank You!!!
Guys like you should be teachers. Great job
Nicely done! I'm also someone your age and statute and I dropped my 1978 Goldwing at a traffic light in Manhattan; to my embarrassment, and not paying attention (this was years ago).
Fortunately, after the bystanders stopped laughing, they saw me struggling to get it up and came to my rescue!
So, I'm so glad to see your tips and video on this subject!
I did have crash-bars on and was little to no damage, except my foolish pride lol!
Thanks again for sharing! 👍
MY WIFE AND I WERE IN LACONIA NH AND NOBODY WOULD HELP THIS ELDER RIDER UNTIL WE STOPPED , I HAD ALREADY SEEN THIS VIDEO PRIOR TO THAT DAY AND IT HELPED THANK YOU
I’m a 58 year old woman and just bought a gl1000 1978. I want to know everything I can. It was great to see your wife help out too. Im excited to get this bike rolling. The best part of the video was seeing older folks sharing info. A huge plus I appreciate so much thank you 😉
Cool... we should go riding together! I have a 1500 Goldwing... I'm in Minneapolis but can meet you halfway or even closer.
The Harley style list is all in the technique, and I see your problem with it. You have to get your butt down against the SIDE of the seat that is down, so that means you have to really crouch down and your legs are out in front on you more, not under you, to get down that low. Grip the handlebars with one hand and with the other hand, grab something on the bike that is unbreakable and as LOW as you can reach. Then you walk backwards and the bike slowly comes up. My husband has an Ultra Classic and I'm a 5'2" 135# 63 year old woman and I can lift it this way. Granted, it's not easy and I wouldn't want to do it on a regular basis, but in a pinch if something would happen to my husband, I can lift it myself!
I am a full 1'1" taller than you. I guarantee if I were on gravel I wouldn't be able to get the leverage needed to walk the bike back. I like the jack idea for a situation like this. Sometimes height has it's advantage but I wouldn't think so here. Legs are too long.
You don't give yourself enough credit. You've told yourself you can't do it and you haven't tried.
'Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right.' - Henry Ford
your all trippin ya lock the brake n turn wheel to downed side then grab downside handlegrip faceing the bike and squat and use your legs to lift less likely to over lift and flop her on the other side n i only know this from getting my ass handed to me n still haveing to right the bike n not on the pavement out in the sand gumbo ect. and it was an 82 gl500i modified n stripped down to 420 lbs and it is still a bitch to do
mirage790 girl you need to post yourself lifting your husbands bike, that would be awesome!
Good/perfect technique *helps* but only if you have sufficient strength and flexibility to execute it. The 'good' thing about a tip-over on a big bike or dresser is that it likely has crash bars. Aside from the safety aspect, they also limit the angle of the bike when its on its side.
The 'Harley' lift method uses your legs more than your back which is a very good thing. With a big bike, you don't have to squat as low to pick it up. A LOT of people couldn't do this if they had to squat so low that their shins and thighs were at a 45º angle or less.
People who could use the 'Harley' method on a big bike might have a lot of trouble on a mid-size or larger sport bike because it would probably be lower to the ground. Technique can make the difference, but it's still a YMMV situation.
That modified jack is a stellar idea!
Paul, I watched your video today, 8 yrs after you first published it. At 69, I found it very informative. Thank you very much. I hope that you and your family are doing well. I like to think that you’re still riding. Thanks again!
My 83 year old Father refuses to stop riding his HD Roadglide here in Colorado. He drops his bike roughly two times a week during the warmer months. His solution is to pop the top on a V-8 low sodium of course and wait for a passerby to help. He called 911 once and the Colorado State Patrol showed up, took some pictures, listened to a couple of stories and got him on his way. Be careful out there.
Mi day if ur dropping bike so much should not be riding once is to manny times. Benoit
If your lucky, you'll live to 83. He could get a trike. but that doesn't behave like two wheels.
I don't know if a person should ride a bike regularly they cant pick up
Hi all. There is now something called "landing gear" that stabilizes motorcycles at low speeds and prevents tip overs. Look up "leg-up landing gear" or "Korean landing gear"
SurviventheOnslaught , you need to listen and learn not give poor comments!
Good Stuff sir. Just an FYI for those who look around for such things. The 86-91 Rx-7's have an aluminum scissor jack from the factory. LOT's lighter than the steel ones, and should easily pick up a large bike. Keep it shiny side up, and between the ditches!
Ok, this guy was a bronze medalist in the late 80's Olympic Power Lifting Division.
Was in that spot today on the Blue Ridge Parkway.....waited 10 minutes before someone showed up to help lift the beast.....1200 lbs fully loaded mind you. Took 3 to get it up. Excellent video and thank you for taking the time.
Thanks Paul ! Great Demo ! I'm a shorter guy 5'7 and have ridden an FX since '78... JUST got an FLHX and what a difference in weight and balance! Could pick up the FX with not much of a problem but the new FL is about 300 lbs heavier plus the seat is too high for my leg length... A new seat is on order! When just moving the Bike around I ran into the ooops here it goes... gently down... picking it up was another story! Well got it up again... The front brake clamp is a good idea so as not letting the Bike roll as is being in gear. THANKS! I thought I was the only one thinking about making a modified jack! Yours is a great MOD! Might I suggest, as long as you're carrying the Jack, cut a few pieces of 2x6 to make some blocks, just in case you're in soft ground so the Jack doesn't sink and you can use them to "chock up" the Bike while Jacking or taking a break as you go... You can always use them as a Jiffy Stand base too!
Good idea
Mr. Chadwick, when I first saw that your video was 15 minutes long, I thought how can it take that long to pick up a bike. Now that I have watched it, you packed a lot of good common sense and leverage info into every minute. Great job!
Thanks for laying down your bikes for the sake of teaching others. Cheers to you, sir!
I am just a kid at 62 and have only been riding 50 years, but I found your suggestions very helpful . . . especially the scissor jack . . . I'll be getting one for my Tour-Pak.
I'm 70 years young and I'll ride till I die .. God Bless all riders ... /
I'm 71, 138 pounds skinny ass, I ride the heck out of my 3 bikes. Thanks for the great helpful video, carry on riding and stay safe.
Hello I just started rideing again at 67 on an ultra with two new knees and a hip last week, the scissor Jack will be a good additive, though I'm ok with waiting for help, thanks
Rock on man
Be safe brother ride in. There is no age or color on 2 wheels just passion for the life
My husband is 71 and still rocks it! We rode today up to Georgetown to Placerville then to Coloma. Beautiful ride if your in NorCal!
Thanks Mr Chadwick! I dropped my 2018 115th Anniversary CVO ULTRA LIMITED on the right side the other day. I was in first gear in a slight turn and down it went! I couldn’t pick it up (944 lbs) so I waited for a couple of guys to show up and help. I just learned a lot from your video including the scissor jack! I’ll be modifying one just like it this week to carry in the tour pak! Thanks a million!
You're in great shape mentally as well as physically, Excellent video. I am green with envy. Great video.
PAUL WHAT AN AMAZING VIDEO !!!! I'M 74 AND STILL RIDING MY 97 HERITAGE SOFTAIL DELUXE , NOW I KNOW IF I EVER DO NEED TO PICK HER UP , I'LL USE THE FIRST METHOD YOU SHOWED BY TURNING THE FORKS AND FRONT WHEEL TO THE RIGHT . I'M ALSO INVESTING IN A SISSOR JACK JUST IN CASE I OR A BUDDY WITH A 950 LB BIKE NEEDS TO GET HIS UPRIGHT !! JUST GOES TO SHOW WE OLD GUYS DIDN'T GET THIS OLD BY BEING STUPID !!! THANKS AGAIN PAUL , YOU DEFINITELY ARE A TRUE BIKER !!!!
This Man is 70 years young. Great inspiration, very knowledgeable and Strong.
Good idea.
I noticed once you brought the bike back to the jiffy stand after the HD technique the highway peg was back at the jack height. Therefore you should be able to straddle the bike stand it up as if it was on the jiffy stand with the jack fully extended. This would be a more controlled lift instead of standing on one leg holding the bike weight kicking at the jiffy stand with your heal.
Just a thought. Good video!
The coolest technique I ever saw was in the early 1970's, an elderly gentleman dropped his Harley crossing railroad tracks (I lived in a town with rr tracks down the middle of the main street and often saw people on motorcycles and bicycles fall down crossing the tracks wrong.) Before I could get over to him to help, he cranked the front wheel, held the front brake, then slowly slipped the clutch out (with the engine running) and the bike stood itself up.
I always drop my bike, never use my sidestand, and take of like that
@@vnbikervulcan9504 I thin u got other problems then xD
@@OB3R5T Seriously. :-D
Whaaaaat?
I am 71 and my bike is a boss hoss with bags and fairing it has a 400 hp V8 Chevy engine on it . I have NEVER dropped my bike yet ,but if I do ,
The way I would get my bike back up would be --------
(GET HELP !!!!).
Really I seen a lady about 55 years old 115 lbs 5'2" riding her ultra classic new bike, demo herself picking her own bike
up in ft Lauderdale FL.
Amazing !!
She was a medical doctor.
Hey Paul. I just happened to stumble across this video of yours. I own a Royal Star Tour Deluxe which weighs in at 844 lbs. with a tank of gas and a 29 and 1/2 inch seat height. I tip the scales at 145lbs. and am 61 years young with 30 inch inseam. Not much leg extension with feet down. The bike is probably, in reality too much, too heavy and too big for me but I love all that it offers when I ride which is often. Watching your video, with easy explanation and example has given me much needed confidence. My big fear has been falling over as you said, while stopping or at low speed maneuver. Although it would be extremely embarrassing, I will now be able to save face by picking it up myself! Never too old to learn. Never too old to teach. Thanks for taking time to share.
great teaching!! my MSF class didnt teach us how to lift up a bike to my rememberance. but this was a blessing to watch even if i dont ride one i can always help someone else. Bike i ride 2002 Suzuki Kitana 750f. God Bless you
Thanks Paul, I'm 57 with a weak back and just upgraded from a lifetime of Sportster's to my first Electra Glide. As luck would have it a block from home I was tired and was getting ready to make a left turn and made the rookie mistake of hitting the front brakes at low speed with the bars turned add a little sand on the road and I had a slow motion left side drop. So I shut the motor off and then the petcock just to be safe and tried the Harley Davidson method without luck. Lucky for me a local Deputy sheriff stopped and blocked traffic he said he did not he same think on his Road Glide and helped me lift it. So after your video I don't feel as bad getting help. Ordering my jack , what a great idea. Thanks again
what a great demonstration, thank you for going through such a thorough procedure. I learned a lot.
Same with theback brake when in gravel making a turn
I had to like and subscribe. Simply for the facts that a 70 years, young man is willing to lay over not just one but, two Harley's. Purely for the purpose of teaching others. Weather your methods are to the liking of others, or not, is of little consequence ! The BIG PICTURE here is: Your method works and your willing to risk it, for the sake of other people whom you will never even meet. Mr. Chadwick, you sir are a very rare individual. Thank you for posting this video.
I bought a 2008 Ultra Classic, I am 57. The day they delivered it, I had the mechanic who brought it help me lay it down onto a tarp. I used your technique and picked it up. That's 841 pounds,
Great idea, 1962 biker brother! Safe travels to you, buddy! 😎👍
71 and just bought a '59 Duo Glide so thankyou. Dropped my '78 Electra when I was 44 and couldn't get it up until a little old lady rushed out of a pub and climbed onto the footboard on the other side. Left her beer on the pavement, picked it up as I cranked the bike back into life and went back into the smokey bar again. Everyone needs a little old lady to pick up the pieces eh?
Just saw this. I've dropped my Bike twice in the last month. I have a steep driveway. Couldn't get it picked up. It use to be easy. A few operations on my legs, heart surgery, and a bout with cancer and I'm just not as strong as I use to be. For sure I'm getting one of these jacks and modify it . Thanks. My bike is an 07 Ultra.
Red ninja, perhaps reading comprehension isn't your strong suit. You'll get older one day too, Not very nice being a jerk to someone who stated they had heart surgery and cancer. Karma's a bitch, good luck in your future.
That just goes to show you what a crock that old saying is, "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger".
You probably aren't dropping it rolling along but in a parking lot. If you have never dropped a bike you don't ride much.
Red Ninja Your a piece of shit Ninja.. you’ll get old one day man... you should grow up!
Red Ninja Moron you are man... straight up Moron!
Thank you, I am also 75 and this will help, I have had it lay down in the dirt it was a good thing someone came along to help.
hey Paul , Thanks for laying your beautiful bikes on ground just to show people how to survive, You are amazing guy , thank you.
Just payed my down in a parking lot that was on a angle. Tried to get it up and no cigar! Someone ended up helping me. When I got home this video helped me with what to do in case it ever happens again. I’m also a senior so this was epic. Thanks a million
Am simply amazed at the idiots that post such stupid inconsiderate comments to a great informative video. Nicely done Paul.
I learned the following from a Motorcycle Policeman demo during 2014 Sturgis rally. Walk backwards towards the bike on the side that is laying close to the seat. Reach with your arms and grab hold of the bike somewhere near the seat, preferably the frame, keep your back straight, keep walking backwards as you straighten out the bike, use your legs for power, not your arms or back. Worked for me on a Honda Shadow 1100. Takes little effort.
thank for the jack method which as an engineer of 64 yrs is what i had in mind but did not know of the foot pegs this solves my problem as i have a back problem and can not myself lift it without pain most grateful to you in showing your method its will be of use on my goldwing 1200 sei which i have just imported from the states. thankyou. jtl
Great video.
What I learned from it is this---don't go for a ride without you're wife/girlfriend
Paul. Thank you for a great how to. For newbs or experienced riders. The Harley technique was a great tip. I'm tiny. 5', and I had to use that method. Yes, New bike, forgot to put side stand down. Really appreciate this effort! Ride safe, keep the rubber side down..
Why don’t they build the heavy bikes with a stand on either side, in case you push a bit hard and ends upon its other side. Makes sense?
Yep, great sense. The problem is HD isn't know for being perceptive. From misjudging their customer demographic, to continually producing under powered machines, they just don't get it. To be fair, HD aren't the only ones needing a wake up call. Ducati and Triumph have got the message (?) Check out their Diavel and Rocket 3. The chap demonstrating in the clip should be given a job in HD Research and Development Section.
It wouldn't be 'sexy' to have a second stand - Harley marketing would have a fit!
I'm a 4'11" female (nearly 60 years old) and ride a VTX1300..I do have crash bars, but I dread the day I drop that bike when I'm out riding alone. I have seen the MSF lift demonstrated before, but have never actually done it. I will be purchasing a scissor lift as a bit of extra insurance. Thank you for posting this really great video!
Just had to watch this. Never owned a bike but worked with a bunch of bikers for a while. One of the women there had a bf that owned some machine that was only named in undertones.
One day she declared that her boyfriend was pissed because she dropped it on a beach, in the sand and now he wasn't speaking to her.
Never heard the expression 'dropped' before but from the deadly silence that followed, it must have been serious. Words like 'stupid bint' and 'she still lives?' could be heard.
Now after all these years I can see what she did.
Thanks for posting.
Paul had the same thought about using a sizzer jack wondering if it would work and then I found your video. Thank you for making it and explaining how you modified it for a big bike.
I have dropped my 2024 Road Glide twice parking it heaviest bike I have ever owned love it but its heavy.
Been riding for over forty years just turned 68.
Thanks for this info. I weigh 150 and have an Ultra classic also, so now I'll get my sissor jack too
Thanks for taking the time to make this video, Paul. i have ordered crash bars for my '09Bonneville, as I have dropped it a couple of times in the manner you described. It only weighs about 500#, but when your ankle is trapped under the frame, it's really nasty to get up by yourself. The techniques you teach will be invaluable! Ride safe and enjoy your beautiful scenery.
Nice bike, bro. Thank you very much for the video and your experience!
85 and still love riding my old Road King a couple times a week. Bought new in 2004 and have over 108,000 miles on it. Will try that handlebar trick to pick it up. ( Luckily I haven’t dropped it in years.)I trained years ago with a motor cop and also Jerry Palidinos’ instructions.
The way they taught works, but after using that way I found that by pressing my butt sideways against the seat, it broke the metal tab away from the plastic bottom of the seat.
Most realistic video on how to get a big bike up on its wheels again. Thanks a bunch.
Thank you Paul, at 64, with CHF, it's now becoming a problem to pick up the 06 Ultra Classic. One year ago, after getting cams installed, I had a balk while doing a uturn in the road, it came down. Took me a bit to get her back up. I'd have less energy now. Jack is excellent idea! Cheers!
Cheers for taking the time to make this
As a very new biker (6 miles total), I'm very grateful to find your valuable video... for an issue I've been worried about.
I just ordered "highway" bars a few days ago (Dennis Kirk) for the front thinking this may help should I ever lay my bike down. ('95 Harley Bad Boy Springer Softail) THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!
Great vid, thanks for posting this. I've learned a lot from watching!
Very excellent demonstration..I saw that same thing years ago and it still works well today. Thank you for showing others.
PAUL , I SEE THIS VIDEO WAS MADE IN 2015 MAKING YOU 74 NOW AS I WA ON 8/2/2019 . I HOPE UR STILL WELL AND GETTING AS MUCH WIND AS POSSIBLE . THE BACKGROUND APPEARS TO BE IN ARIZONA WHERE I LIVE SO RIDE ON AND B SAFE MY HARLEY-DAVIDSON BROTHER IN ARMS !!!
He made a comment 3 months ago here that he is still riding
Great video Paul! I am disabled and these techniques are very helpful! I too am in my mid sixties and really don’t like the ride of a trike,which I have been looking at. Now I feel like I can still do two up without any problems!
Please God let me ride when i'm 70. And if you will allow me to pick it up at that age I will love you even more.
Good video I never thought about using a jack! I am kind of a small guy 5'6"ish about 180# and ride a 05 Road King and you are absolutely correct in saying if you haven't dumped it you will ! lol I've been riding most of my life (54 yrs old) but once my bike gets over just a bit to far there is no way can I hold it up so I just lay it over easy, 5 times in the past 7yrs only one time I couldn't get it back on two wheels all other times I was so embarrassed & kind of shocked it went over the Adrenalin kicked in a snatched it up and of course there always seems to be a group around watching when it happens lol I was never taught the correct way to pick it up until a few yrs after I bought it but NOW I am going to buy a scissor jack!! that is a great Idea! I have the crash bars & highway pegs on it already because I KNOW it will happen again & I don't think I could lift it any more Thanks for posting-Two thumbs up!!!
Great video. Learned a lot. Thank you. Keep up the great work.
Thank you for this video. I am 71 years old and just had a hip replaced and can't lift my switchback by myself. The scissor jack idea works perfectly.
At some point in life getting rid of the two wheeler and getting a Trike makes more sense. Good video though and informative.
Agreed at 70 years ( which happens to be my age also) Its time to think of the safety of yourself as well as others, The Trike will do it nicely Well said Confederate Son, No shame here
Good Job Paul. I dropped my UCL one time in the garage and had to get my wife to help me get it back up. It was fairly new in 2011 when it happened and had no idea of these techniques. Not even Harley. Not my first bike or first Harley but my first UCL. Thanks for the tips and for posting this for others.
how to pick up a ninja 300. grab any handle with one hand and pull :P lol . I always wondered how those things were picked up though. liked and subscribed :)
Well done. I too am a senior rider - 50+ years of hard core riding. My solution to picking up a heavy bike is to ride a lighter one. I also had to shed a few hundred pounds of ego before I bought a 'V-Strom, but at the end of the day I'm glad I made the move up to a smaller machine. And, because nobody asked, here's another opinion: If you're not dropping your bike you're probably not riding it enough.
A more proper technique would be to place your butt on the seat and use more of your leg strength to rotate the bike. I've used this technique before and I'm only 145lbs.
But your not over 6' tall I assume. I am 6'3" and it would be harder to get the leverage needed. This fella looked over 6' and considering his age, he wasn't going to push it.
I'm 6'1" and broke five vertebrae in my lower back in a motorcycle accident years ago. So, lifting is a huge problem for me. I dropped my 2012 Ultra Classic (exactly the same as the second bike in the video), placed my ass on the seat, used my legs to push against the seat, the bike popped right up! So, unless your inseam is a LOT longer than mine, 34", then you can do it too.
At 70 years of age, the knees don't work as well as they used to for most people....
GOOD VIDEO BEEN RIDING BIG HARLEY'S FOR YEARS AND ONLY DROPPED IT TWICE BOTH TIME'S SITTING STILL ONCE SHE'S AT 60 DEGREES SHES GOING OVER LIKE IT OR NOT I DIDN'T HAVE ENGINE GUARDS BUT MY FORWARD CONTROLS SAVED MY $3500.00 PAINT JOB AS A MAN WHO HAS HAD 2 SPINAL FUSIONS YOU'VE LAID OUT SOME GREAT INFORMATION. THANKS FOR YOUR TIME.
nicely demonstrated
Great advice. Old rider myself, not quite 70 yet. Gives me a good feeling about getting older and still riding though. Thanks.
Try picking up a Honda GL 1800 which out weighs your bike. Use the correct technique and the 900# plus Wing come right up!
AEO O no
It's been demoed already on YT. While the GL is heavier, it's weight and center of gravity are much lower than most H-Ds and other big bikes. The GL's crash bars also similarly limit the angle of the bike when on it's side. That makes the weight difference of very little consideration. Paul's 'Harley' method works well on the GL, too.
Thanks for demonstrating this! I appreciate you showing how to pick the bike up when it’s dropped on the left side. Most of the videos I’ve seen show the bike dropped on it’s right side and they’re able to use the kick stand. The times I’ve dropped mine it’s always been on the left side.
Hey hey
THANKS FOR THIS VIDEO. VERY INFORMATIVE, I DROPED MY BIKE AND HAD TO WAIT FOR HELP TO PICK IT UPRIGHT.
HOPE I NEVER DROP AGAIN, BUT NOW I KNOW WHAT TO DO.
Skip LeGrady
Royal blue spray on blue
Skip LeGrady ... WHEN YOU USE ALL CAPS, YOUR SPELLING ERRORS ARE MAGNIFIED. FOR INSTANCE, A COWBOY MIGHT SAY, "I ROPED A CALF." BILL CLINTON MIGHT SAY, "I GROPED AN INTERN."
Excellent- 70-year old man making it happen - and with wife Miss Eileen! Good looking bikes...I know the pain of the 2007 Electraglide pickup (rightside laydown)...twice in 5 minutes too...no place to grab- had to take the trunk off for the 2nd pickup...I'm gonna try and modify one of those scissor jacks also. You're a good man Mr. Chadwick- Keep on Riding, sir. 70, wow- you're in good shape.
Great video and great idea brother.
Yes it happens if you ride long enough. As a Chiropractor the ergonomics of keeping your spine as straight as possible using legs was flawless. Funny how just a little help makes it so much easier. Well thougtout and very helpful! Thanks
That is how I park my HD in my front lawn just like I did when I was a kid on my bike.its faster
You got moves kid 🤣
Thank you sir, that was the tip I needed. Set my Ultra down on gravel, and no technique was working to get it up. Finally strained my back, gave up and waited for help. Not just embarrassing, but very annoying time wise. That little jack is going in the tour pac straight away, and I will likely do the same mod to make it more secure. Thanks again.
ME BEING 74 AND RIDING WELL OVER 60 YEARS , NEVER IN MY ENTIRE LIFE HAVE I HEARD THE WORDS < JIFFY STAND > !!!!! IT'S A KICK STAND , ALWAYS HAS BEEN ALWAYS WILL BE !!!!!
I guess you have never read a Harley manual . . .
Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge and experience. I appreciate it as this topic usually doesn't come up until it has happened. My bike only weighs about 470+, but after a lot of living, I think a lot more about all the things that can possibly go wrong, instead of just crossing the bridge once I am in the middle of it.
For those of you who know it all, and those who know it all better: just pass on to something else. This vid was not for you!
You sound like Clint Eastwood from Mule.
Paul, thanks so much for posting this video - very inspirational on a couple of levels. I ran into this situation yesterday after only having my bike a couple of days. Fortunately, I got some help from somebody who happened to be passing by, but afterward it made me wonder 1.) did I make a mistake buying a bike I can't lift and 2.) does this only happen to me? You helped convince me to get back on and keep riding my 05 Vulcan 1600, that it happens to everybody, and that the next time this happens there are things I can do to put the bike back up and back on the road. And the other inspiration. I'm pushing 60 here and I really didn't want to give up riding yet, so here's your wave in passing, brother - thanks again for the solid tip. Be safe.
You have good intentions but Wrong info you can really hurt your back picking up a bike that heavy like that. You need to put your butt against the seat start lifting and walk backwards at the same time . You Would be amaze on how easy it is to do it that way!
Been there and done that... amazing how easy it works doing it like you describe!
That’s pretty much what he’s doing you fucktard!
I'm 75 years old and still riding my Road Glide Ultra and it has tipped over this summer. Thankfully some one came and helped me lift it. The jack would have saved the day if I hadn't had help. Thanks for the great idea. I'll ride into my 80's God willing.
I am 82 and on a FLSTF .
Keep goung ,you will make it.
last time it happened to me.
I called the 911.
plz help me with my baby.
LoL
Good to hear that the emergency services are also good in the US. Here in the UK they are willing to help with almost anything, particularly the fire department who are not as busy as the police and get fed up with drinking tea when their are no fires.
Thanks, Paul! I stopped today and when I mounted and backed up to leave the parking space I choked and either had the bars too left or not enough fuel and down she went 2016 Electra I am 70 and figured I would just use the butt method No go! A young guy came by and offered his help. I was pissed because I hadn't carried a strap to wrap around the roll bar on the left side and couldn't get a grip on anything. The scissor jack is a great idea. I was shocked I couldn't butt roll it upright until you said it weighs 900 lbs. Now I know why. I rode a 2009 Fireman's special my son had and its balance point was amazing.
The most important thing I learned from this is before I crash, to quickly throw down some carpeting.
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Thankyou Paul for a really good video....I am 68 newish to bigger bikes after 5 years on a lightweight BSA.....Hope I never need to use your tips....but great to have the knowledge.
Nick in England.
Great video!
Thanks for the tips. I am older and don’t have the strength anymore to lift my Goldwing. Last month, I had to change a flat by laying the bike down on the right. After reassembly, I did not have the strength to upright the bike using the recommended method. The solution? I nosed my truck to the high side. Then with ratchet straps that we all have, I was able to easily winch the bike to the upright position. By the way, the only shop in the area was the Harley dealer. I was grateful for the other side to order a tire for a Honda rider. Yeah, who else would be open on a Sunday but the dealer of America’s number 1 bike.
Yea that's good to know my bike laid on its side for 3 days
Thanks for the tips Paul. My wife (not a big woman) has picked up her 900 pound Triumph Rocket III using a modified HD technique. Sit on the seat and baby step the bike up while keeping your butt on the seat. Worked like a charm!
The same technique works with my FJR. I'm 70, and my FJR is a bit less than 700 lbs.
mine is a honda 1995 pc800 and i use the butt on the seat technique and it works perfectly. 675 pounds
A PC800 is THAT heavy?
Chris Cunningham I think you're mistaken about the weight of wifey's Triumph. My full "dresser" yamaha Venture "only" weighs 869!
yaa and drop the bike on the other side
LOL.
Thanks Paul for laying your pride & joy down just to show us how it's done, Great stuff !!
geez, just buy lighter motorcycle!
Thanks Paul. I dropped my 96' FLHP twice. First time i dropped it pushing it back inside after a wash. The second time was in a Wal Mart parking lot that had a lot of loose sand and gravel. My foot slipped and down she went.i had help to get it up both times. I was thinking I was getting too old to ride. This shows that it s a common problem and can be rectified. i will get a small scissor jack and mod it for my bike.
The problem with TH-cam videos is most take a 2-3 minute video and stretch it into 15-20 minutes of boring BS.
The problem with idiots is they think they have to criticize anyone trying to be helpful. No one told you to watch the video if you didn't like it
camarogs1 agreed, this guy took the time to show the wrong ways as well, good vid.
Outstanding video! It was very informative, and very well presented.
I saw another similar video, with a smaller woman using the Harley technique, and she raised the bike rather easily, so that method does indeed work for virtually anyone. I don't remember offhand what bike she was raising, but it was one of the heavier cruisers.
I really like the jack idea for the larger bikes. Adding the small bracket was very inventive. You've probably learned some of these things from experience, and I truly hope those experiences were a one time only. Enjoy your rides, and be safe!
Thanks for the video, it will be a big help to me. I'm right at 70, and getting back into riding after a 10 year layoff. I like that jack idea, and will be using it! I'm pulling a Mini Mate pop up camper, so I have plenty of room for that small jack. I dropped mine the other day while trying to park it next to my tractor. It fell against the tractor, so no way to get to the low side. Being at home I just used a 1 ton come a long, and jacked it back up. That won't be available out on the road. But there won't be a tractor either, I hope! Thanks again! Great video, and well done.
Thank you Sir. This is by far the best demonstration I have ever seen regarding this important topic
Well done sir. Gives me hope (at 61) to ride for many more years. I can fairly easy pick up my r1200gs. But it's a lot of high tech (light) materials and has a very low center of gravity. The jack is brilliant. Thanks for posting.
Great video, I was on my second ride on my new 2017 road King , Had to make a close turn in my yard to get to my storage building and in the turn hit a mole run in sandy soil. Laid on the right side with no damage but I had to get my neighbor (glad he was home) to help. I will get one of those jacks. Thanks for the info.