I don't have that exact model but I have one very similar, use it for my 1500 all the time. Its rated for up to 1500 lbs., never had a problem with it. Do make sure to strap the bike down to it before doing any wrenching.
Is that the one on sale for $79.95? If so, then yes it is a good deal.I've got one. Only lifts it up about 10" or so but that helps a lot. There are some problems balancing the bike fore and aft, since the lifting point under the engine is not at the centrer of gravity. You will need a couple of short pieces of 2x4 to place between the lift and the engine.
It makes a big difference being able to raise the bike just a little. Much easier to work on. I got mine last year - I think they were on sale for sixty something. A good deal.
I tried one a few years ago for my V-Star, could not find a way to balance it satisfactorily and finally took it back. Hadn't thought about it for the Wing, would certainly be useful.
I've been using that CTC lift for about 3 years - one precaution, if the seal goes in the pump it is non replaceable, even from the company making the jack in CAL. I called & was told they could not sell rebuild kits for liability purposes. The "O" ring is not metric or imperial, it's a Chinese size not found in N America. I also tried a hydraulic shop & they said they call those jacks "disposable". :waving:
I've been using that CTC lift for about 3 years - one precaution, if the seal goes in the pump it is non replaceable, even from the company making the jack in CAL. I called & was told they could not sell rebuild kits for liability purposes. The "O" ring is not metric or imperial, it's a Chinese size not found in N America. I also tried a hydraulic shop & they said they call those jacks "disposable". :waving:
I picked one up last week, just for that purpose. I haven't had the chance to assemble it and try it out yet, as it's been too cold here for working in an unheated storage room. My buddy has had one for4-5 years and had to return the 1st one shortly after he got it, due to a leaking seal, but the replacement has been working just fine.
We bought that jack from Canadian tire too when it was on sale. I haven't tried it yet. But our friend with a full dresser Harley uses his all the time and he says it's awesome! That's why we bought one, because he recommended it to us.
I thought I'd try that too but it was easier to exchange the "O" ring.:waving:
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