August 15, 2011. Bill Szydlowski
credit: Bohari AdventuresMotorcycle racing are gaining popularity in the sporting world. Since not every motorcycle fan can join the race, they purchase a motorbike instead.
Riding their own motorbike will give them that feeling of adrenaline that professional riders feel. In addition to motorbikes, fanatics also purchase their own motorcycle lift table in order to make some modifications on their bike. If you have heard of car jack, or aluminum floor jack, it is quite the same.
For a clearer picture, watch some car racing videos. You will see at the pit-stop that metal platform with crisscrossing metal bars used to lift the car. Well, a motorcycle lift table looks like that. The table is made of stainless steel and is powered by hydraulic cylinders. As human beings, we can only carry a certain amount of weight. Therefore, we need mechanical aid to lift objects too heavy for us to carry. It is where an aluminum floor jack comes in. It allows us to elevate a vehicle so we can visualize its bottom.
Thinking of buying one? Here are some useful tips to guide you.
Measurement
As a bike lover, you definitely have noticed the difference in sizes on every model and brand. Therefore, it is important to consider your bikes measurement before you purchase your very own motorcycle lift table. It is no use having a lift at your garage that does not fit properly.
Side extensions
When checking the stability of the bike on the lift, you have to get into the bike. Therefore, a side extension is needed. You use it in getting in and off the bike. At the same time, side extensions give you some room to place your tools when you work on it.
Weight limit
Since bikes come in different sizes, so as the lift. It has certain weight carrying capacity. It is a must to check you bike’s weight and compare it to the weight limit of your motorcycle lift table.
Updated August 15, 2011. Published August 12, 2011. Bill Szydlowski
