Nice chain maintenance article.


That was an awesome article. It covered a lot of areas, many of which I had heard about but wasn't entirely clear on. :thumbup:
 
Very good find, thank you...

I had wondered about a few of those topics as well. Still need to get a stand for my bike, though... :rolleyes:
 
Senaca said:
Very good find, thank you...

I had wondered about a few of those topics as well. Still need to get a stand for my bike, though... :rolleyes:
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I just ordered a Harbor freight rear swing arm stand. Only $48.98 shipped. Seems like it would be decent enough quality over some of the other cheaper ones. Just going to use it for chain maintenance mainly. Not going to store the bike on it or anything like that, so it should be fine.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=66192

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I purchased two stands with adapters for the front and rear, haven't used them yet, but I do intend to store the bike on them this wintter - anybody think there is a problem with that?
 
jspansel said:
I just ordered a Harbor freight rear swing arm stand. Only $48.98 shipped. Seems like it would be decent enough quality over some of the other cheaper ones. Just going to use it for chain maintenance mainly. Not going to store the bike on it or anything like that, so it should be fine.

- Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices

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I don't know about that stand, but it looks like the swingarm "hooks" aren't covered with anything. Make sure if they are bare metal that you wrap them with duct or electrical tape. This will keep the stand from scratching the swingarm and help prevent it from rusting.

I picked up the front and rear stand set from Pit Posse. Really nice stands. The rear stand can either be used to lift the swingarm, or it can be used with rear spools, which is the way I do it.
 
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rleckert said:
I purchased two stands with adapters for the front and rear, haven't used them yet, but I do intend to store the bike on them this wintter - anybody think there is a problem with that?
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Nope! In fact, when a bike is being stored for long periods of time, it is actually advisable to do so on stands. That way you can prevent flat spots on the tires.
 
On the site it says they are vinyl dipped, but i'm not sure I would completely trust that. I will definitely put something like you stated on the lift points. Duct tape/electrical tape, or maybe get a little can of the roll on bed liner or something like that.
 
I have a similar stand, as long as there is rubber on the contact points I would assume it will be fine. That chain article was very informative. Thanks!
 
I've had the Harbor Freight stand for about a month now, and it's pretty solid - especially for the price. The vinyl-dipped parts are pretty soft, but I would say duct tape or something isn't a bad idea.

Still haven't figured out how to use the front fork adapters - I can't seem to see how they will hold it up securely.
 
anyone else' chain make alot of noise? I've cleaned and lubed a few times checked the adjustment and its just LOUD, louder than any of my friends bikes...:confused:
 
My chain is fairly noisy too. Its not really noticable while riding looking straight, but if I turn my head to the left I can hear it pretty good. Tension is right on and even right after a lube. I figured its just the way it sounded. I haven't ridden a sport bike before.
 
bcultra said:
now on sale 29.99
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Bullshit! I just got mine yesterday... Oh well, It works good and I am satisfied with it greatly.

SOOO... If anyone else is looking for a stand thats a hell of a price! Jump on it!
 
I bought a rear stand at the dealer, not knowing anything about all this. I paid $100 for it...

Now I feel like crying....seriously.
 
Thanks for the update, going to pick up 2 of them.

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if you want to convert one to a front fort the part number for the accessories to do so is 65621 on the harbor freight website.
 
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stevet said:
I just bought the Harbor Fright Aluminum low profile swing arm stand. http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/lifts-stands/low-profile-rear-motorcycle-spool-stand-99701.html[/URL] They sell for $50 but I got this open box one for $30. The paddles are extra at $8
Steve
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Don't open it! Take it back to the store and get the right stand. That one doesn't fit...too low. There are a bunch of threads on the forum already talking about those stands and how they don't fit. Try searching the threads and you'll save yourself some time and money....hassles that others have already gone through. Plus, it gives you more time to enjoy the bike.

http://www.600cc.org/forum/f87/harbor-freight-17994/index3.html

http://www.600cc.org/forum/f13/harbor-freight-rear-wheel-stand-19052/

http://www.600cc.org/forum/f13/stands-17431/

http://www.600cc.org/forum/f87/my-new-bike-stand-16033/
 

jspansel said:
On the site it says they are vinyl dipped, but i'm not sure I would completely trust that. I will definitely put something like you stated on the lift points. Duct tape/electrical tape, or maybe get a little can of the roll on bed liner or something like that.
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The dipped points last about 5 to 7 lifts and then the dip comes loose. I bought a 5' x 7" sheet of 1/8" rubber at the local hardware store, cut a piece to fit and duct taped it onto the point. Should be good to go for 1000 lifts...
 
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