Review: EazyRider BigBlue Spyder Jack

[BoatFixx]

For a good 50 years say, except for software/ECM upgrades on newer motorcycles, I've always done all my own maintenance and the majority of repairs.
Then I buy the Spyder, and my standard motorcycle lift is useless. I looked at all sorts of various lifts that work (but are a little precarious), ramps, and for a time I used my business's forklift and tire cribbing to set it upon. However, in my dedicated cycle shack, the forklift became obsolete as it will not fit.
I settled upon the Eazyrider BigBlue Spyder Jack. They are based in Australia.
After initial set up which, in being very careful, took me about an hour, I must say I am very pleased with it.




https://youtu.be/PN6Y_a_nzis

 

[acdcking12]

What exactly took an hour?

 

[Two2Three]

It comes totally disassembled (and weighs a ton). So you have the entire assembly, plus greasing threads, setting the position of the parts that go against the frame underneath so they hit perfectly for "your" machine, and whatnot to get it all set up the first time.

I love mine. I can rationalize that it paid for itself by skipping one, maybe two dealership oil changes. Not that I wouldn't have figured out a different way to do it myself anyway, but I like to rationalize to make it a free jack. :2thumbs: Plus you can raise the bike two or three feet off the ground if you want to!

 

[BoatFixx]

It comes totally disassembled (and weighs a ton). So you have the entire assembly, plus greasing threads, setting the position of the parts that go against the frame underneath so they hit perfectly for "your" machine, and whatnot to get it all set up the first time.

I love mine. I can rationalize that it paid for itself by skipping one, maybe two dealership oil changes. Not that I wouldn't have figured out a different way to do it myself anyway, but I like to rationalize to make it a free jack. :2thumbs: Plus you can raise the bike two or three feet off the ground if you want to!

There you go... Couldn't have stated it better myself! :clap:

 

[Bunson]

Interesting. What do the arms underneath block?

 

[Bunson]

i.e. can you do a cat delete?

 

[redrazor]

what is the cost and availability? Looks very easy to use once assembled. is it air activated or crank/lever??:2thumbs:

 

[Cosmo]

Use an electric drill to raise/lower.

 

[old Timer]

more pictures please.

https://us.on-bike.com/motorcycle-lifts/canam-spyder-trike-lift

 

[BoatFixx]

https://youtu.be/PN6Y_a_nzis

 

[Flier Tuck]

I have had my Big Blue Lift for about 15 years now. Initially purchased for my 1800 Gold Wing, it has been used by several friends for their solos once they have purchased the necessary adaptors. I know that a cat delete is not doable unless you lift the bike as high as you want, then place car axle stands in place, and lower the Big Blue to give you room.
Alan.

 

[Quickdraw]

Almost $900? Ouch. But I guess if you use it a lot, it may be worth it. Myself? I use the Harbor Freight one. It's sufficient for my needs.

 

[NorwegianRT]

I realy enjoy mine aswell, it has saved me a cpl of one hour trips to the nearest dealer.
Best thing is that wife has not asked yet how mutch it set me back :roflblack:

 

[old Timer]

Is it still stable with both front tires and wheels off the Spyder at the same time with the rear tire and wheel still on the bike with the Big Blue lift at it highest point?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Two2Three]

Is it still stable with both front tires and wheels off the Spyder at the same time with the rear tire and wheel still on the bike with the Big Blue lift at it highest point?

Yes, I've had it up pretty high and then did something like remove the seat that jostled it, and it was solid. When you put it under the bike, you remove the right side driver footboard and the jack has a brace that uses one of those screw mounting points. Then there are also a couple of U bolts you can use on the back for additional stability. It does a really good job.

 

[BoatFixx]

Is it still stable with both front tires and wheels off the Spyder at the same time with the rear tire and wheel still on the bike with the Big Blue lift at it highest point?

Thanks in advance.

As noted, it has a couple of secure points, and when used it is very solid. I have three 22" tall cribbing (blocking) that I built so when I need clear access to all of the bottom of the bike I can set the wheels upon the cribbing and remove the jack from the bike.

P.S. I've been riding BMW's for over 45 years. I'm waiting for BMW to build a Spyder type 3-wheeler:clap:

 

[Peteoz]

I looked at Big Blue, but since I want to use a lift that doesn’t require me to get under the Spyder to set it up, it wasn’t for me.
Unless they have modified it in the last couple of years, on a ‘20+ RT, you have to remove the driver's floorboard to get the lift in close enough, then crawl underneath to bolt the lift to the rear shock assembly.

Don’t get me wrong - it is a fantastic, stable, bit of gear, but it doesn’t work well for those who have difficulty getting under the Spyder while it is on the ground. This is simply a heads up for those with that particular issue.

Pete

 

[Dasmoetorhead]

Good to know. I wanted one but the price was too much. They are nice though. I've been making do with an aluminum Harbour Freight jack.

 

[Dobieone]

Just for reference. At its highest point. I feel very confident getting under Spyder. Sorry about picture orientation.

 

[BigPoppa]

I bought one for my F3 Limited and I’ve been very happy with it. It was especially useful when replacing my shocks although I couldn’t use it for the rear shock since that’s one of the places to secure it on the F3.