Jacking the Spyder and supporting

[Lamonster]

If you want to see center point for jacking the Spyder, here it is.
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=21&pictureid=2711
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=21&pictureid=2707
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=21&pictureid=2710

You can use jack stands to support the Spyder while working on it. I had mine jacked up to change the oil and to make the highway mounts. You can see what I used for good solid supporting points.
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=21&pictureid=2714
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=21&pictureid=2713

[tfjunkie]

Is the jack in contact with the lower engine case and did you use some wood?

[Lamonster]

Is the jack in contact with the lower engine case and did you use some wood?



It is on the frame only.

[phillip]

big "L", Thanks for al the pics! You're having al the fun. Sory, this keypad keps skiping leters :dontknow: Did the plate on the mount come with the spyder, or was that adewd. Hate this keyboard. PT

[Lamonster]

big "L", Thanks for al the pics! You're having al the fun. Sory, this keypad keps skiping leters :dontknow: Did the plate on the mount come with the spyder, or was that adewd. Hate this keyboard. PT


No that's part of the mounting that I made for the highway pegs.

[WackyDan]

Hi Lamonster (http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/member.php?u=960),

Can you repost the pictures of these contact points?

I have a regular rolling floor jack and jack stands... Just wondering where to put them, and if I can get away with using the regular floor jack versus a bike jack.

[MarkLawson]

Lamont, I don't see the pictures...

I'm getting ready to do an oil change on my wife's '08 GS, which I've never done before, & would love to see how you lifted yours and where you placed the jack stands.

Thanks

[Sarge707]

Lamont, I don't see the pictures...

I'm getting ready to do an oil change on my wife's '08 GS, which I've never done before, & would love to see how you lifted yours and where you placed the jack stands.

Thanks
If you want a little easy height when changing oil put a 2x6 in front of the front and rear wheels and drive up on them then hit the brake REAL quick!:roflblack: Thats what I do?:ohyea:

[WackyDan]

If you want a little easy height when changing oil put a 2x6 in front of the front and rear wheels and drive up on them then hit the brake REAL quick!:roflblack: Thats what I do?:ohyea:

Same here. .. I ended up making some ramps out of some 2x10's I had left over... Works great!

[Lamonster]

Lamont, I don't see the pictures...

I'm getting ready to do an oil change on my wife's '08 GS, which I've never done before, & would love to see how you lifted yours and where you placed the jack stands.

Thanks
Fixed the pics.

[Rando]

Lamonster, for someone who doesn't have a lot of tools, would this be worth it?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MMG-Foldable-Jack-Stand-Can-Am-Spyder-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem1c0bdd51f0QQitemZ12045 8138096QQptZLHQ5fDefaultDomainQ5f100

[Lamonster]

Lamonster, for someone who doesn't have a lot of tools, would this be worth it?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MMG-Foldable-Jack-Stand-Can-Am-Spyder-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem1c0bdd51f0QQitemZ12045 8138096QQptZLHQ5fDefaultDomainQ5f100

For 30 bucks more you could get a real jack.
http://www.jcwhitney.com/motorcycle/atv-hydraulic-lift/p2010895.jcwx

[MarkLawson]

Fixed the pics.

Thanks!

[xpeschon]

Good pictures LaMonster... In referance to your words below:

You can use jack stands to support the Spyder while working on it. I had mine jacked up to change the oil and to make the highway mounts. You can see what I used for good solid supporting points.

Question: In referance to the rear jack stand, is it just sitting on the rear passenger peg bracket? No concern about the strength of the Pot Metal that the pegs mount too??

Questions: Your highway brackets, did you make them or is there a link you can provide in order for others to order the mounting kit?? And are they pretty SOLID?? Where do they bolt on underneath?? Interesting in the same design you are displaying... About a year ago I put a set of Highway peg on there that mounted under the splash guard and was bolted onto the CRIMPED portion of the frame,, the Highway bracket was made out of hard steel but they way it bolted on was WEAK to say the least,, Needless to say I have taken them off and on the shelf they sit...

Thanks for your help brother and see ya soon..

Joe
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[Lamonster]

This is a very old post. 12-25-2007, 03:59 PM

[dancote]

Your jack is a thing of beauty. What brand is it?

Regards,

Dan

[SNOOPY]

Your jack is a thing of beauty. What brand is it?

Regards,

Dan


His "looks" like mine?


http://www.amazon.com/Motorcycle-and-ATV-Aluminum-Jack/dp/B000LZSBGO/ref=pd_sxp_f_pt

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[hill27]

Check out amzons they don't have in stock and they don't no if they will every have it again. any other place to check.
thanks later.

[dancote]

Can't find one anywhere ... and Google is usually your friend

I already have a Harbor Freight lift that has seen me through several motorcycles, one scooter and an ATV. It's like a cockroach ... it just won't die. But I want something that looks good as well as being fit for purpose.

Regards,

Dan

[Sny]

This one works well, very low minimum clearance so it works well under the Spyder.

http://goo.gl/jCao89

Zombie thread btw ;)

[Flanker]

Good info! What brand of jack is that (I'm concerned many are too tall and won't fit under the Spyder)? TY! UPDATE: Disgard! Thanks anyway!

[smporter420]

Can you support just the front with two jack stands by jacking it up and placing jack stands ? Want to take front tires off to change tires.

[SNOOPY]

Can you support just the front with two jack stands by jacking it up and placing jack stands ? Want to take front tires off to change tires.


Yes


With the parking brake on it shouldn't move.

I loosen the lugs a bit, jack it up, support it, then finish removing.

[smporter420]

Where is the best position to place the jack stands ?


Yes


With the parking brake on it shouldn't move.

I loosen the lugs a bit, jack it up, support it, then finish removing.

[SNOOPY]

I've had them inside on something solid...but it doesn't balance well.

And I've had them outside under the a arms as close to under a shock that I could get them...steadier that way.

[NM Wrench]

:dontknow:
His "looks" like mine?
This looks like it's unavailable and do not know if it will be available again!

http://www.amazon.com/Motorcycle-and-ATV-Aluminum-Jack/dp/B000LZSBGO/ref=pd_sxp_f_pt

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[SNOOPY]

:dontknow:



http://www.lowes.com/pd_11304-20535-85003_0__?productId=3339182

[SNOOPY]

http://www.zoro.com/g/00092300/k-G4316855?utm_source=google_shopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Google_Shopping_Feed&kpid=G4316855&gclid=COKR_cijkr4CFQpgfgodJlkA_A

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[SNOOPY]

http://www.carid.com/powerbuilt-hand-tools/powerbuilt-jacks-16795902.html


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[smporter420]

I have a yellow harbor freight jack, work for what I need. Tell it's made cheap. Will do for now.

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