Results 1 to 8 of 8
  1. #1
    Member
    Join Date
    May 2019
    Location
    Kelowna BC
    Posts
    10
    Spyder Garage
    0

    Default Proper jacking, bracing and oil change on 2010 RT

    Any tips on proper jacking, bracing and oil change on 2010 RT ?

  2. #2
    Very Active Member Grandpot's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2014
    Location
    Fort Mill, SC
    Posts
    1,951
    Spyder Garage
    0

    Default

    My favorite way to lift it is to get three car ramps. Place them backwards behind each wheel, then backup onto the ramps.
    2011 RTS (Sold to a very nice lady)
    1998 Honda Valkyrie
    2006 Mustang GT. Varooooom!
    US Navy Veteran
    SC Law Enforcement Boat Captain
    CNC Machine Service Technician
    President: Rolling Thunder SC1
    Member: Disabled American Veterans, Rock Hill, SC
    Member: American Legion
    Experience is recognizing the same mistake every time you make it!

  3. #3
    Very Active Member CopperSpyder's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2018
    Location
    Waynesboro, PA
    Posts
    3,179
    Spyder Garage
    1

    Default

    Very carefully is the best way. Lots of ways you can do it, I use a jack and 3 jack stands jackedup sl.jpg That way I can get under the spyder and look around at everything at the same time. in this photo I was doing a lot more then oil change, but you can see it gives you plenty of room with the jack stands.
    Last edited by CopperSpyder; 06-16-2019 at 03:37 PM.
    2012 RTL , Brown

  4. #4
    Very Active Member DGoebel's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2016
    Location
    Faribault, MN
    Posts
    2,209
    Spyder Garage
    2

    Default

    I use the very reliable Harbor Freight Pittsburgh 1500lb ATV lift and three jackstands.
    Harbor Frieght Pittsburgh 1500lb ATV Motorcycle lift.jpg
    Last edited by DGoebel; 06-16-2019 at 03:42 PM. Reason: Updated picture
    Safe Rides,
    David and Sharon Goebel
    Both Retired USAF Veterans
    2018 Anniversary Edition RT Limited
    Baja Ron ultimate swaybar. Vredestein tires, Baja Ron Front Shock Pre-load adjusters, Pedal Box, See my Spyder Garage
    IBA 70020

  5. #5
    Very Active Member Gwolf's Avatar
    Join Date
    Apr 2019
    Location
    Florida Swamp
    Posts
    1,935
    Spyder Garage
    2

    Default

    2019 F3-S , Black & Silver

  6. #6
    Very Active Member Chupaca's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2012
    Location
    San Diego, CA.
    Posts
    31,097
    Spyder Garage
    1

    Default Can't help.....

    I still do all my oil changes on the floor. The only other way would be with a full lift but that is not in the budget. I do have the craftman ATV/motorcycle lift for all other work...
    20150630_123305.jpg
    Gene and Ilana De Laney
    Mt. Helix, California

    ​2012 RS sm5
    2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black

  7. #7
    Very Active Member robhowen's Avatar
    Join Date
    Apr 2015
    Location
    Tucson, AZ USA
    Posts
    620
    Spyder Garage
    0

    Default

    There are already a lot of good ideas provided and you can find many threads on this. The only thing I'll add is I generally don't jack mine up at all as you don't have to if you have a low profile oil pan. If you don't you likely only need to raise a couple of inches. You don't need to over do it and risk damage to you or the bike.

    Rob
    2015 RT-Ltd SE6 and F3S SE6, both with a number of commercial add-ons plus my own tweaks.

  8. #8
    Active Member Bigmo's Avatar
    Join Date
    Apr 2018
    Location
    Corpus Christi Texas
    Posts
    249
    Spyder Garage
    0

    Default

    I have changed oil on my 2018 RTL while flat on the floor, tricky but can be done. A couple more inches would be great. So, I built 2 ramps made out of 2 x 10 wood. Easy to make and really cheap. The bottom part is 24" and the small part on top is 12". If you can, make a 45 degree cut on the edge, but not necessary. Drive the bike on top. Give you an extra 3" and make the job a lot easier.
    Attached Images Attached Images
    2018 RT Limited "Blondie"

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •