I'm literally in Harbor freight right looking up CZcams and your video came up 1st and because of you I'm buying the lift. Harbor freight needs to give you some kind of commission 😎🤘
@@carolinarider5237 That is okay. The Sealey 2000CJX Combination Trolley Jack is pretty good too, and you can use it for motorcycles, ATVs, and automobiles. Oh..I see a lot of things while researching
Can now feel comfortable about working on my own bike. Took this same model out the box and right away put it together, easy assembly. I appreciate your video, thx.
Awesome bike and great lift / jack. Over time, the seals inside the bottle jack start to harden up and if you just replace the fluid with a "good" jack oil, it reconditions the seals and the jack works well again. You will know after a few years because when you lower your bike, it will NOT go down at that nice rate your jack does now, it either bounces or falls to the ground as if it fell off the jack. It really drops that fast. My Craftsman jack is almost identical to your jack and I have had it over 16 years and recently replaced the fluid and added a "stop" to the foot lever so I don't press it down too far. It all works like new now and I have a couple videos on my channel.
I have the same one from there thanks for that video i just used mine yesterday to change my front tire great jack 10 out 10 i recommend this bike jack
I have a Harbor Freight lift as well. I ride a Big Dog chopper and is very low to ground. The jack would not fit under the bike. Took the wheels off the jack and use the safety bolts to keep it from rocking and it works great!!
A good idea is to install hooks into the walls on either side of the bike and connect a ratchet tie down strap on either side of your bike's front fork; if you don't strap it too tight, you can jack the bike up and have no issues with the bike wobbling/falling off the jack. Once the bike is up as high as you want, snug the ratchet straps down. to unload, do the opposite. :)
Bought mine yesterday, easy put together, now this 77 year old Marine can change the tires on my 900 Kawasaki Vulcan LT, instead of paying someone 738.00 to do it. Thanks.
I love it. I use it on my 2006 Harley Electra glide ultra. I have to pull my bike up on a square block with the front tire or the jack won’t go under. Works beautiful though.
I was always taught to lift from the right side and keep the kickstand down just in case it accidentally falls before the jack starts lifting then the bike would rest on the kickstand.
Awesome video, are the foot pedals hard to push, I'm thinking about using it as a transmission jack too and am wondering if I'll be able to raise and lower it with my hand
I bought this jack six months ago. It is the only one for under $1200 I could find that would slide under my 2011 Fatboy Lo. With a soft tail make sure the lift arms are not under the shocks. If they are, you will damage them. This places the jack a little forward of perfect balance. Even so, it is rock solid. That doesn't stop me from using tie downs though. This jack is perfectly smooth going up and coming down. That was not the case with a jack I used to borrow, also from Harbor Freight. That thing came bounding down and that was unnerving. I am completely satisfied with this jack and highly recommend it. Especially if your bike sits low on the stand. Clearance was always a problem until I found this jack. The aluminum jack Harbor Freight had has tiny wheels. I mean tiny. I didn't care for that. I just couldn't see them supporting 1,000 lbs. But I guess they do.
I'm not sure. But on my lowboy the only thing I use the jack for is the transmission fluid. The engine oil and the primary are easy enough to change on the floor. Getting an oil collection pan under there with the jack ends up making a mess.
@@bodeine454 Another item you may be interested in is a Scavenger. It allows you to remove the quart of dirty oil that remains in a Harley engine when you drain the oil. roguechopper.com/ If you are not familiar with it, check it out. I swear by it. It allows you to do a 100% oil change rather than a 75% oil change. For whatever reason, Harley thinks a 75% oil change is okay. I don't. I am not affiliated with Rogue Chopper in any way. They don't even know I exist. Well, except that they sold me a Scavenger long ago.
Is it easy to manuever the bike on the jack? My thought was my garage is tricky to deal with... and was thinking of the park and move but that device only works with center stand. I was thinking something like this might be awesome for also hoisting the bike and rotating it in the garage to position to "ride out the door" easily on the next trip. How well do you think it would work for that?
I bought this exact jack yesterday. Lifted my road glide no problen it just wont come down. ... and before you ask the saftey catch is not stopping it.
I'm worried if i have to take off the back wheel and swing arm, will the bike fall forward or opposite if I take off the front wheel. The bike is not secured to the jack no way.
I have that more expensive one and took those risers off. I haven't used it for awhile and today wanted to take my front wheel off and once strapped to the jack and lifted couldn't get the jack to release and lower. I had to use an automotive jack and fight with it for 2 hours to get the bike off the Harbor Freight Jack. Maybe I'll have better luck with this one. I'm looking at changing my own tires because my shop charged $125 an hour and it's a minimum of 90 minutes and 3 percent for CCs. I got a mechanic at work who will look at it, if not fixable it's going in the metal scrap bin. Got only 2 uses out of it.
I picked up mine second hand for $60. I found it was worthless for changing the oil in my 790 Triumph other than leveling it to check my sight glass. I am sure I will have other uses like changing tires on the bike. No tool is useless.
Yeah, it pretty much requires 2 tubes on the bottom of the frame. Anything with a single tube or a protruding oil pan is going to require some creativity... usually involving a wooden cradle. 👍🏾🍻
Just makes you feel better letting the bike come towards you where the kickstand is instead of letting it fall away. Late comment, either way hope that makes sense
*YOU* are the Item Video on Hazard Fraught's webpage for this little dandy. Congratulizzle, MahNizzle! Quick Question - *even though* the weight rating & suggested use is *clearly noted* in multiple locations throughout the shopping process: *WiLL THiS HoLd mY....* 800lbs Muck Bucket of a Mother-In-Law for the Holiday Season? Does it come with risers? thx man
No, as long as you lift a little farther back. Theres really no need to have it on a lift to do an oil change though... it won't make it much easier. On the subject of oil changes, you know the proper procedure for these bikes, right?
@@Hardtimes57 - Oh, wow. I don't have to do anything like that on my '04... I was just referring to draining the tank and sump, and not adding all the oil at once. But maybe the '09s don't have a separate tank..?
When you keep it on the jack for winter storage, do you have to keep it on the max height or you can keep it lower just enough to keep the tires off the ground? thank you!
@@michaelspedden1078 How easy is it to move around? That's my primary thought on getting one. I have a tight garage and was thinking it would be perfect for spinning the bike around to ride out of the garage in the AM. Tired of doing the 3, 4, 6 point turn to get it "put away" or "take out"! I looked at the park and move but I have a cruiser and don't have a center stand.
I’ve got the same bike and the same jack, but the jack doesn’t fit under the bike. The lowest setting for the jack is 4 3/4” the bike seems to sit lower. Is the an adjustment to make the bike higher?
Is there a reason that I should know this? 🤷🏽♂️😆 This jack does its job very well, but its job is to lift and support a motorcycle. I would look into something that is designed for what you're trying to do. People tend to die less when that happens.😁👍🏾
The handle is removable with a pin. Not sure I understand the oil pan question... kind of depends on where your drain is, I suppose. But you can always make a sluice or use a funnel...
@@darrenclark9776 What kind of bike do you have? I'm getting one for our Harley-Davidson Dyna Wide Glide and I'm wondering if I'll have access to drain the oil, transmission fluid and primary fluid while it's on the lift?
@@bodeine454 Hey man..... I got this a white back and it works fine on my 07 Triumph bonneville. The oil filter is down there next to the oil sump though and its difficult to pull and drain from on this lift. Make a little funnel or ramp out of tin-foil to route the oil or other fluids into what youre draining into and youll be just fine.
@@darrenclark9776 Sounds like a plan, thanks. I'm going to have to wait until someone close has them in stock, none of them had any within an hour of us a few days ago....
It's according to which bike you have. If you are just changing oil and your bike is too low then put 2x6 slabs of wood in front of wheels and kickstand drive bike up on them. If you use jack to change oil you probably will not be able to get to oil filter or put drip pan under drain plug. Jack is mainly for doing wheel, fork,
Thank you so much for posting this video...! Quick question... I have the same bike as you. Mine's an 05 Yamaha Road Star Silverado. Does this jack when in position with your Road Star on it, allow unobstructed access to all the oil drain plugs? I'm considering purchasing this Jack for my bikes routine maintenance needs.
Thanks for making an understandable non biased video.
I'm literally in Harbor freight right looking up CZcams and your video came up 1st and because of you I'm buying the lift. Harbor freight needs to give you some kind of commission 😎🤘
The Aluminum one has a better locking mechanism. However, more expensive.
@@brianparent already bought the other one , but thanks . 👍
@@carolinarider5237 That is okay. The Sealey 2000CJX Combination Trolley Jack is pretty good too, and you can use it for motorcycles, ATVs, and automobiles. Oh..I see a lot of things while researching
Can now feel comfortable about working on my own bike. Took this same model out the box and right away put it together, easy assembly. I appreciate your video, thx.
I've watched a few vids already, but yours was by far the best that I've seen. Thank You.
Awesome bike and great lift / jack. Over time, the seals inside the bottle jack start to harden up and if you just replace the fluid with a "good" jack oil, it reconditions the seals and the jack works well again. You will know after a few years because when you lower your bike, it will NOT go down at that nice rate your jack does now, it either bounces or falls to the ground as if it fell off the jack. It really drops that fast. My Craftsman jack is almost identical to your jack and I have had it over 16 years and recently replaced the fluid and added a "stop" to the foot lever so I don't press it down too far. It all works like new now and I have a couple videos on my channel.
Mine doesn't go down at all. It stays wherever you jack it to. I'm taking it to work and having one of the mechanics look at it.
I''m buying one today for my Harley, Had 0 clue how it worked. I do now. Thanks, man.
Looking for a jack for my Yamaha V-Star.... now I know for sure how well this thing will work with my bike. Simple video... HUGE thanks buddy.
Great review looking to buy it at my local harbor freight tomorrow , it's also good to see I can use straps for extra peace of mind
Thanks a lot for your time in making this video, gave me the courage I needed to see how it works
Thanks for the review. Just ordered one for my victory magnum
I have the same lift for my motorcycle and recommend it 100%. It also works great as a transmission jack.
And a riding lawn mower jack !
I have the same one from there thanks for that video i just used mine yesterday to change my front tire great jack 10 out 10 i recommend this bike jack
I have a Harbor Freight lift as well. I ride a Big Dog chopper and is very low to ground. The jack would not fit under the bike. Took the wheels off the jack and use the safety bolts to keep it from rocking and it works great!!
its too bad every review video cant be like this one brother. great job and thank you. i can now go use it and change my oil with confidence.
Your review helped immensely with my decision on which lift.
Right on! Glad to help!
A good idea is to install hooks into the walls on either side of the bike and connect a ratchet tie down strap on either side of your bike's front fork; if you don't strap it too tight, you can jack the bike up and have no issues with the bike wobbling/falling off the jack. Once the bike is up as high as you want, snug the ratchet straps down. to unload, do the opposite. :)
I've been thinking about getting a jack, thanks for the video!
Thanks for the review! Definitely grabbing one of these
Good informative straight forward video.. can’t wait to get mine....
Got a very similar one from sears a while back for my roadking and works great
Great jacks I've had one for 5 years now and wouldn't go without one
Great information! I’m going to get one for my mx bike for easier maintenance. Thank you!
Bought mine yesterday, easy put together, now this 77 year old Marine can change the tires on my 900 Kawasaki Vulcan LT, instead of paying someone 738.00 to do it. Thanks.
Very good! I don't believe there's much a 77-year-old marine couldn't do if he had a mind to. 👍🏾
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Pretty amazing how much you can save with DIY, with motorcycles and everything, FFS
I love it. I use it on my 2006 Harley Electra glide ultra. I have to pull my bike up on a square block with the front tire or the jack won’t go under. Works beautiful though.
Thanks for this video! I'm going to buy one for my 99 Goldwing 1500 SE.
I was always taught to lift from the right side and keep the kickstand down just in case it accidentally falls before the jack starts lifting then the bike would rest on the kickstand.
Very interesting. Yep, that makes perfect sense. Thanks for the tip!
Thanks so much for the lift this is what I was looking for
Going to use it for my racing scooters and DRZ Susuki 400 Dirt Bike....
Thanks again!
Surfin CPA
Thank you for your time!
Thanks regarding furnishing these sort of good subject matter.
Thank you! I just bought one!
Thank you for posting this. A big help.
Ty for showing this about the jack
I'm going to buy one because of this video!
Awesome video, are the foot pedals hard to push, I'm thinking about using it as a transmission jack too and am wondering if I'll be able to raise and lower it with my hand
Nice bike brother..I bought the same lift jack I haven't used it yet so thanks for the video an stay safe
I have an old craftsman jack looks just like it. Never used it for a bike, only mowers. Know I've seen that it will work thanks.
Looks like it also might work good as a transmission jack , But not sure how high it goes
Thanks for this! I'm sold.
Great video. Beautiful bike!
I bought this jack six months ago. It is the only one for under $1200 I could find that would slide under my 2011 Fatboy Lo. With a soft tail make sure the lift arms are not under the shocks. If they are, you will damage them. This places the jack a little forward of perfect balance. Even so, it is rock solid. That doesn't stop me from using tie downs though. This jack is perfectly smooth going up and coming down. That was not the case with a jack I used to borrow, also from Harbor Freight. That thing came bounding down and that was unnerving. I am completely satisfied with this jack and highly recommend it. Especially if your bike sits low on the stand. Clearance was always a problem until I found this jack. The aluminum jack Harbor Freight had has tiny wheels. I mean tiny. I didn't care for that. I just couldn't see them supporting 1,000 lbs. But I guess they do.
Do you know if I would have access to drain the oil, transmission fluid and primary fluid on an '05 Dyna Wide Glide?
I'm not sure. But on my lowboy the only thing I use the jack for is the transmission fluid. The engine oil and the primary are easy enough to change on the floor. Getting an oil collection pan under there with the jack ends up making a mess.
@@Bob-rd9vd Good to know, thanks....I was going to buy one today but every place within an hour from here are out of stock.
@@bodeine454 Another item you may be interested in is a Scavenger. It allows you to remove the quart of dirty oil that remains in a Harley engine when you drain the oil. roguechopper.com/
If you are not familiar with it, check it out. I swear by it. It allows you to do a 100% oil change rather than a 75% oil change. For whatever reason, Harley thinks a 75% oil change is okay. I don't. I am not affiliated with Rogue Chopper in any way. They don't even know I exist. Well, except that they sold me a Scavenger long ago.
@@Bob-rd9vd I sure will, I'll check it out, sounds like a good thing Bob, I wasn't aware that that much oil remained in a Twin Cam when changing oil.
Seems legit.
I have the older red one. It did seem a little unstable at first. Was unsure about it. I will check it out again when I can.
Thank you Sir..that was really helpful!
Thanks for video I just came from harbor bought one just like it
Is it easy to manuever the bike on the jack? My thought was my garage is tricky to deal with... and was thinking of the park and move but that device only works with center stand. I was thinking something like this might be awesome for also hoisting the bike and rotating it in the garage to position to "ride out the door" easily on the next trip. How well do you think it would work for that?
Thank you for this video, very helpful!
Can you use this as storage? I want to prevent flat spots while winter....
You are the smartest guy out there! Thanks
Your suppose to lift and use the Jack on the other side.
You know if this would work on an Indian Scout?
Thanks
Do you strap you bike while it’s lifted? And what points would you strap it down?
I see you on the vstar about to tackle the tires today wish me luck
Just bought one yesterday glad I did.
How do you like it so far? And what kind of bike have you used it on?
Thanks for a understandable and simple video
Good video. Very helpful. But I use the 2 ratchet straps to hold the bike. Just in case.
Great video was very helpful. Nice looking bike also
Thank you!
Great review. 👍
Thanks!
I bought this exact jack yesterday. Lifted my road glide no problen it just wont come down. ... and before you ask the saftey catch is not stopping it.
What solved your problem?
I had the same problem, my Jack failed. Had to replace it with bike up in the air. Sucked big time.
Hi, do you think it can hold my 800lb vtx1800 for 3-4 month winter storage?
I'm worried if i have to take off the back wheel and swing arm, will the bike fall forward or opposite if I take off the front wheel. The bike is not secured to the jack no way.
Great tip. Thanks
Anyone know how wide the base is? Curious if it will make it all the way frame to frame on my bike. I need at least 13 inches.
Great video. Sweet bike. Thanks.
Thank u. I’m sold. I have a Trike. I hope it works.
I have that more expensive one and took those risers off. I haven't used it for awhile and today wanted to take my front wheel off and once strapped to the jack and lifted couldn't get the jack to release and lower. I had to use an automotive jack and fight with it for 2 hours to get the bike off the Harbor Freight Jack. Maybe I'll have better luck with this one. I'm looking at changing my own tires because my shop charged $125 an hour and it's a minimum of 90 minutes and 3 percent for CCs. I got a mechanic at work who will look at it, if not fixable it's going in the metal scrap bin. Got only 2 uses out of it.
Great video
Thanks Great Video
Great video!
Thank you, sir! 😁
is the lift still holding up ?
I picked up mine second hand for $60. I found it was worthless for changing the oil in my 790 Triumph other than leveling it to check my sight glass. I am sure I will have other uses like changing tires on the bike. No tool is useless.
Yeah, it pretty much requires 2 tubes on the bottom of the frame. Anything with a single tube or a protruding oil pan is going to require some creativity... usually involving a wooden cradle. 👍🏾🍻
Good video. Thank you.
Does it matter what side of the bike you are on? A lot of videos I've watched have pushed the jack under from the otherside?
Thanks for the video.
I don't think it would make a difference... been a while since I used it, so I cant think offhand if there's a benefit either way.
Just makes you feel better letting the bike come towards you where the kickstand is instead of letting it fall away. Late comment, either way hope that makes sense
*YOU* are the Item Video on Hazard Fraught's webpage for this little dandy. Congratulizzle, MahNizzle!
Quick Question - *even though* the weight rating & suggested use is *clearly noted* in multiple locations throughout the shopping process:
*WiLL THiS HoLd mY....*
800lbs Muck Bucket of a Mother-In-Law for the Holiday Season?
Does it come with risers?
thx man
Right on, thank you 👍👍
That's a good looking bike. I just got ride of a kaw 900 custom .. custom loved that bike but I traded it for a roadking. Is that a valkyrie?
Yamaha Road Star.
Is this good for oil changes? Or should I just get the one that holds the back wheel up
You can change rear tire, front tire, fork seals, oil change!!!
Does the long handle come off for easy storage. ?? Not taking up as much space. ??
Yep!
I bought one a year ago and it works great for the Shadow Aero and my wife's Harley Night Train, BUTTTTT It DOES NOT fit under my AIH Texas Chopper.
Thanks for mentioning the Aero, I have a Spirit and wondered if this would work.
Once the bike is up on the jack can you roll/move it. I want to be able to put my bike as tight as possible against the wall in my garage.
It is possible, but I'd be very careful... there are dollies made for doing that.
Does it go high enough to get the back tire off without removing the fender
I would think so, in most cases... but that is going to depend on the bike too.
Thanks!
Nice vid.
Hey...can ya turn the bike around while up on jack!?
I want to turn bike around to drive OUT of driveway. Unsafe to roll backwards out of drive
Has anyone responded to your question?
very good but i would need to know minimum height to get under my ultra low bike
Just ride ur bike up on 2x6's or whatever , it's worth the extra effort
Michael Spedden with engine issues that might require considerable pushing. But yes, good advice. Thank you.
Just wondering if there's any problem getting a pan under to catch your oil when you change it?
No, as long as you lift a little farther back. Theres really no need to have it on a lift to do an oil change though... it won't make it much easier. On the subject of oil changes, you know the proper procedure for these bikes, right?
@@deathwrenchcustom Yea, I have an 09. I know I have to remove the exhaust and probably the footrest to get at the filter.
@@Hardtimes57 - Oh, wow. I don't have to do anything like that on my '04... I was just referring to draining the tank and sump, and not adding all the oil at once. But maybe the '09s don't have a separate tank..?
Can u move the bike while on the stand? Like to move it closer to the wall???
It is possible, but I'd be very careful... there are dollies made for doing that.
Have you ever used the jack to turn/move the bike around? I have a tight spot I park in and backing out isn't an option...thanks!
I have not.
I would also like to know this if you can move it
When you keep it on the jack for winter storage, do you have to keep it on the max height or you can keep it lower just enough to keep the tires off the ground? thank you!
I live in Arizona. We don't have winter. We have "riding season." :)
@@deathwrenchcustom man I'm moving back there. Northern Indiana sucks for riding. I get in 7 months, tops 8.
I stored mine on lowest setting so I could move it around
@@michaelspedden1078 How easy is it to move around? That's my primary thought on getting one. I have a tight garage and was thinking it would be perfect for spinning the bike around to ride out of the garage in the AM. Tired of doing the 3, 4, 6 point turn to get it "put away" or "take out"! I looked at the park and move but I have a cruiser and don't have a center stand.
@@motoed fairly easy, but I use a HF dolly to do what you describe...easier and quicker
I’ve got the same bike and the same jack, but the jack doesn’t fit under the bike. The lowest setting for the jack is 4 3/4” the bike seems to sit lower. Is the an adjustment to make the bike higher?
Nope. Maybe your bike has been lowered?
deathwrench custom parts for hot rods, rat rods
I guess it was lowered, I was able to roll it up onto a couple of 45lb. Weights and jacked it.
does this work with a polaris 900 fox 2 person rzr?
Is there a reason that I should know this? 🤷🏽♂️😆 This jack does its job very well, but its job is to lift and support a motorcycle. I would look into something that is designed for what you're trying to do. People tend to die less when that happens.😁👍🏾
You can’t fit an oil sump under there to change the oil, right?
Also, is that long handle removable so you can store it easier?
The handle is removable with a pin. Not sure I understand the oil pan question... kind of depends on where your drain is, I suppose. But you can always make a sluice or use a funnel...
Thanks man! I ended up buying one shortly after I watched your video and it worked out perfectly. Thanks for your contribution to youtubeland!
@@darrenclark9776 What kind of bike do you have? I'm getting one for our Harley-Davidson Dyna Wide Glide and I'm wondering if I'll have access to drain the oil, transmission fluid and primary fluid while it's on the lift?
@@bodeine454 Hey man..... I got this a white back and it works fine on my 07 Triumph bonneville. The oil filter is down there next to the oil sump though and its difficult to pull and drain from on this lift. Make a little funnel or ramp out of tin-foil to route the oil or other fluids into what youre draining into and youll be just fine.
@@darrenclark9776 Sounds like a plan, thanks. I'm going to have to wait until someone close has them in stock, none of them had any within an hour of us a few days ago....
Thanks
Does this jack work well with changing the oils?
It's according to which bike you have.
If you are just changing oil and your bike is too low then put 2x6 slabs of wood in front of wheels and kickstand drive bike up on them. If you use jack to change oil you probably will not be able to get to oil filter or put drip pan under drain plug.
Jack is mainly for doing wheel, fork,
And swingarm maintenance. Also to work on engine without having to bend over or sitting on floor.
would you think it unsafe to sit on the bike while it is on the jack?
You're on your own with that one, boss! 😎
If you do your own work on your bike you need one of these.
Nice V!
How do you put it down
The large pedal pumps it up, the small pedal lets it down.
Thank you so much for posting this video...!
Quick question...
I have the same bike as you. Mine's an 05 Yamaha Road Star Silverado.
Does this jack when in position with your Road Star on it, allow unobstructed access to all the oil drain plugs?
I'm considering purchasing this Jack for my bikes routine maintenance needs.
I honestly don't remember. I sold that bike a while ago.
How is it working now?
No idea. I sold that bike and didn't need the jack anymore. 😁
Can you roll the jack with the bike on it?
Yes, but that's not it's intended purpose... so be careful, use common sense, etc. I'm not responsible for bent bars, dented tanks, etc... 😁😎
for a few dollars more, I'm opting for the super sexy blue aluminum one. thanks for showing us how this works!