Harbor Freight Motorcycle Jack Review!!

In this episode, I share my experiences with a 6 year old Harbor Freight Motorcycle Jack.
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[@15Kilo]

You’re a life saver I just bought this for the sole purpose of being able to turn in around in my garage due to limited room. I’m so glad I didn’t waste my money! Thank you Sir

[@RidingandWrenching]

Glad it helped! It possible to turn around on the jack, but it's not safe in my opinion

[@arthurleino]

Bought one last week. My 1983 FXWG is raised on it right now. Like it and yes it is stable.

[@whdbnrm3023]

Nice video. No need to be paranoid. Raise and lower the bike 10 times in a row. You will become perfectly comfortable with the lowering speed. Make sure Jiffy stand is deployed, and she can't fall.

[@whdbnrm3023]

Driving the front wheel up on a piece of 2x6 will eliminate any problem getting the lift under the bike . If your uncomfortable with the bike leaning a lot on the Jiffy stand place a 2x6 under the stand as well till you do the lift.

[@abelgonzaslez2103]

THANKS YOU VERY MUCH I AM PLANING TO BUY ONE.

[@RidingandWrenching]

You're going to enjoy it!

[@alp3781]

I got the same one for 100.00. Works superbly. I own a new Goldwing DCT Tour. No problem. If you take a wheel off, make sure you tie down to the base of the jack.

[@RidingandWrenching]

Wow! That's a great price.

[@alp3781]

@@RidingandWrenching sometimes, they come up with a sale on different items. You need to watch for advertisements.

[@whdbnrm3023]

Bought mine on sale at Lowes for 89. Same jack different color. Going on 7 years, never had a problem. Taking off the wheels made me nervous at first but gotten used to the wobble and stopped overanalyzing. What is the worst that can happen ?

[@georgeadeyemi4107]

Hey, will this jack allow you to do your oil changes. I have a goldwing also. Will the jack allow access to those components?

[@alp3781]

@@georgeadeyemi4107 You can't use it for an oil chance. I do it via the center stand. Very easy to do. The bike is high enough. After you do the first one, the next one will be easy. I ordered a low profile oil collector from Amazon.

[@evereroddy6697]

I like them both but the Long handle seems more convenient

[@buster1173]

Great video

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Keep them coming!👍🏾

[@RidingandWrenching]

Thanks for the support!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@RidingandWrenching It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@williampierce5615]

Great review.

[@TBrown-dg1lo]

What's up cuz. Just got this jack a few months ago from Harbor Freights. Haven't used it yet. Good video. Tim

[@jameseargle123]

Good info🤙

[@MEGAPARTY140]

I would buy a Harbor Freight Jack in a heart beat (which I did) over the J&S Jack. The core product is similar except the price of the J&S which is at least 5 times more. The release pedal (lowering) whiich on the J&S has a valve, meaning you would have to bend down to release. in addition J&S customer Service is non Existant to say the least.

[@LSHD254]

great video im a new harley owner this helped me make decision on stand choice thanks

[@chisoxfan773]

Did you buy one ? I'm also a new harley owner and definitely need one

[@LSHD254]

@@chisoxfan773 yea I found on on marketplace brand new in box

[@rugershooter5268]

What is HF reputation? Many yrs ago I started by buying cheap things that it really didn't matter, had no problems, started getting more expensive stuff, still no problems Now I will buy whatever without worry I did break a socket adapter, took it in and they pulled one out of set and gave it to me....... absolutely no questions asked

[@PainterD54]

There not the best jack out there but they do the job they are made for. I got one that was thrown away because it didn't work. Alot of people don't know but some of them are sent to the stores with little or no hydraulic fluid in them. That was the case with the one I fished out of a dumpster. It was low on fluid. I filled it with ATF which is about the same as the fluid that comes in them (and it conditions the seals) and it works perfect!

[@CookedAnimalEater]

Someone should make a Safty Video about removing rear tires while motorcycle is on a lift jack.

[@RidingandWrenching]

I'll make one eventually. The key is to keep the bike as low as possible.

[@RoysMotoVentures]

Nice video. I was looking at getting a jack at Harbor Freight.

[@RidingandWrenching]

It is a good lift! You won't be disappointed

[@markpatrick7072]

I got the aluminum version . It is a nice jack but be easy lowering the bike .

[@Longshotinmo]

I have ab older model. 10-12 years old I'm guessing. Feathering the release valve isn't too bad. Instead of welded on "Pegs" for the safety bar, mine has notches that the end drops down in. Might try looking for a good used older model.

[@NoVaSlowSpeed]

Nice video man and beautiful bike too man!

[@RidingandWrenching]

Thanks! Hope to take it to VA some day to practice with you guys!

[@NoVaSlowSpeed]

@@RidingandWrenching that would be awesome man I'll look forward to it also!

[@Robbover]

Good stuff...

[@RidingandWrenching]

Thanks!

[@jeffreeves2456]

Theyre called caster locks👍

[@madblunted]

i need one of these to do fork seals. looks like it can lift high enough.

[@RidingandWrenching]

I haven't done fork seals, but I think it will lift high enough

[@t.m9341]

I have a 22 mt09 and I'm worried itll crush something can you advise

[@mattadams9577]

I have a newer version. The side welded locks are V shaped now. Probably an upgrade from the version in your video.

[@RidingandWrenching]

I now own the newer (blue and gray) version of the HF lift. I like it. My only gripe is that you can't move the jack when the bike is lifted

[@moegunn5434]

Thanks man ! They have 2 different kinds, I'm probably going to get the more expensive one.

[@RidingandWrenching]

There are pros and cons to their 2 lifts. The cheaper one has a foot pedal for lowering the bike. It's actually easier to use than the more expensive one (the blue/gray). The cheaper one is more maneuverable than the blue/gray (while the bike is lifted). The blue/gray has a nicer safety mechanism that engages automatically. That is the only real advantage I see to the more expensive one

[@moegunn5434]

@@RidingandWrenching thanks for the heads-up, I'll probably just get that one then.

[@whdbnrm3023]

NO don't do it. Get the cheap one

[@jacobbrewer5777]

I think they are Calle anchors

[@rogershinton7483]

You will love J&S jack, which costs more, but is far superior to that Harbor Freight thing. Do you really want to trust a 30-thousand-dollar bike on a 150-dollar jack? Also, with J&S you can get a cool oil drain pan attachment. I've had my J&S for years and love it. Super stable. Remember, with any jack, to release pressure onto safety catches even for short periods, this saves your cylinder!

[@RidingandWrenching]

Excellent points! I now have a J&S and love it. The oil change pan is a GAME CHANGER if you do your own oil changes! The only thing that I don't like on the J&S is the release valve. I wish that it were foot actuated. I have gotten use to it though

[@rogershinton7483]

@@RidingandWrenching Agreed.Same thoughts here on release wheel.

[@davem5333]

I had a Harbor Freight jack for by GW1800. Waaaayyyyy to flexxy for my taste. Even wife commented on that. Saying "You're not thinking of tugging and working on that are you?" Returned it shortly after. Got a J&S. MUCH better. What makes the bike stable is the spread of the lift arms. The HF jack has about a 10.5" spread while the J&S is about 14" IIRC.

[@t.m9341]

what is their "reputation"?

[@RidingandWrenching]

I think the HF jack is a good option. Currently, it is the ONLY option you have for a motorcycle jack. I do not know if it is compatible with all motorcycles. Most Harley motorcycles have a frame underneath. The Indian and Goldwings may not be compatible