Best powersports stand according to redditors

Unfortunately, no. You'd have to get a paddle attachment that fits the specific hole diameter in your stand to lift up via the swingarm.

Just spend the 70$ and buy these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0077T23IO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_CjONBbE71KG48

I got it from Amazon for 45$

With the invention of modern lubes, taking the chain off and soaking it in oil is way, way more work than its worth. It takes literally 3 minutes to lube my chain with teflon chain lube, and it lasts a couple hundred miles. And you dont have to clean the chain because its not sticky. Over like 150k miles across 5 different bikes, my chains and sprockets seem to last way longer than when I used to use oil based lubes.

I use this thing on my bikes that dont have center stands: https://www.amazon.com/Hardline-Products-RS-00001-Rollastand-Sport/dp/B000GU0XRO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468449177&sr=8-1&keywords=motorcycle+roller+stand

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0077T37GQ/

Must be a pain in the ass to do any kind of actual work with the ladder in the way. Unless this is a one time stunt, you can get one for $40 on Harbor Freight or Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Paddock-Universal-Kawasaki/dp/B0077T23IO

They are $70. I've had them a year so far. You don't need spools, it uses the swingarm on the rear with rubber paddles. You should be able to see it in the picture.

Used on my cbr500r. Works for all sorts of bikes.

Buy a set of motorcycle stands.

And yes, that is the oil drain bolt.

I bought one of these to clean my chain. Super cheap and works like a charm for almost any bike.

Anyone know a rear bike stand that works with a 250 Rebel such that you don’t have to take off the exhaust to use it? I was looking at this one: https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/trackside-rear-paddock-stand

Also the Harbor Freight $32 one. And the this one too: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AV8HSA6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wA.cBbGNXKY2H.

Do any of these work?

I have this one. It works good.

CHN RSW-1 Rear Wheel Spool Stand with Fork Bracket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0050H3A4Q/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_zs3Oyb3QDCX7H

idk how your bike is built but I would assume a head-lift stand would allow you to service the forks. It supports it via a pin set into the bottom of the triple clamp. https://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Triple-Headlift-Kawasaki/dp/B00CX7L1LA

I've seen more than a few people over the years at the track use this to tote their sport bikes which weigh upwards of 400lbs+ http://www.amazon.com/Mounted-Motorcycle-Carrier-Capacity-Loading/dp/B002M3ODTC
The downside is your bike is out in the elements.

rear stand - doesn't matter, get whatever.
front stand get the kind that lifts by the steering stem, it's much more versatile because you can lift the bike up and take the forks and the wheel off. this is what I have. works great, clears the body work just fine and didn't break the bank

I use this stand. Grabs the swingarm so no need for a spool

You need a swingarm, aka "paddle lift" stand.

Some people will poo-poo the ones I link because they are cheap and aren't the absolute sturdiest stands out there - but for chain maintenance on a light 250, they'll do the job just fine.

I used a Venom stand for 3 years of owning a Honda CBR500R and it was never in danger of giving out.

https://www.harborfreight.com/motorcycle-swingarm-rear-stand-65620.html

https://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Swingarm-Paddle-Kawasaki/dp/B00AV8HSA6/

A little late to the party but I use this one

Hasn't dropped my bike yet. I have OES sliders with rear spools.

> Grab a rear stand for $150 (American, sorry in advance for using my currency in this reply) or so, pit bull is a great brand.

You can get Vemon brand front and rear stands for $60 on Amazon. No doubt they're not as sturdy as Pit Bull, but I got them and they've been working just fine for me.

I use Venom on my wife's Rebel 500. Works fine, cheap at Amazon - just under $70 for the pair of front and rear: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0077T23IO

Just under $50 for the rear by itself. Right now the bike is up on both stands for the winter.

Absolutely worth it. Entry level but very practical equipment is inexpensive and is all that is really needed unless you are doing a couple hundred tires a year.

Here is a example of some simple equipment to get one started:

Tire machines with bead breaker

• I worked in a shop that used this very same manual tire machine for awhile. Works well. Sold under many names. Currently $65 at Amazon.
  
• I used a $39.99 Harbor Freight Tire machine With the $39.99 motorcycle adapters for some time at home with a few mods. $80 investment.
  
  Balancer and weights
  
  
• A simple static balancer is cheap, effective and easy to use. Also they are often more accurate that computer spin balancers as most computer spin balancers have a lower limit of 1/4oz. Where as the static balancer will/can go down to a gram or less if you wanted to, but a 1/4oz or 1/8oz will do for the street. I have a more robust version of this I made at work, but this will do a home user just fine for $81.32
  
• Stick-on wheel weights are the most versatile and can be painted what ever color you want to match the wheel they are going on. Motion-Pro 90oz box for $25.96
  
• Some $10 rim protectors will come in handy also.
  
  So for less than $200 one can set them selves up to mount and balance their own tires with decent equipment. A little bit of practice and it will become easy. A nice mounting bar/tool for these machines is a No-marr

The lifts an Orion, $65 they sell on amazon 1000lb weight limit

OrionMotorTech Dilated Scissor... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0AB7MJ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share


Edit: add link

I've got this. They both work great.

Venom Motorcycle Front+Rear Headlift Dual Lift Stand For Suzuki SV650/S (03+) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01721NQT6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_dh2SDbQP3GT7X

Have you got spools on your swingarm? If yes then it will, if you haven't I don't see how it would work.

If you can fit these to it it will be OK.

https://www.amazon.com/Venom-Attachments-Sportbike-Motorcycle-Attachment/dp/B018IM0ANS/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1479338577&sr=1-2&keywords=paddock+stand

Or just get one like this.

https://www.amazon.com/Goplus%C2%AE-Motorcycle-Forklift-Spoolift-Swingarm/dp/B019RH6B8G/ref=sr_1_11?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1479338425&sr=1-11&keywords=paddock+stand

If I had to do it again I would. It is heavy AF, and awkward to get home. (As far as I know they will only help you get it into a pickup truck. Heavy end forward of course, but that makes it really hard to unload by yourself) As others have mentioned, the front chock should probably be replaced with something beefier, (I used this) and it doesn't spin worth a shit. The ramp does come off easily but it obviously does take up a motorcycle's worth of space in the garage.

But other than that, its fluffy white clouds. If you couple it with one of these you will be ready for anything. I threw a couple extra C clamps on it for additional mobile tie downs, useful if you want to raise the front or the back wheel.

Noob here. How should I lift my DR650 to do work on it, like adjust chains and change sprockets? Do I buy one of these and just go at it from anywhere on the swingarm? Is it stable?

http://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Swingarm-Paddle-Kawasaki/dp/B00AV8HSA6/ref=cm_cd_al_qh_dp_t


Are there any other effective/cheap ways to lift a motorcycle?

IDK man, folds flat and can be thrown in the closet, under the couch, behind a TV stand, under a milk crate.

https://www.amazon.com/OrionMotorTech-Dilated-Scissor-Adventure-Motorcycle/dp/B01M0AB7MJ/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=motorcycle+lift&qid=1563369560&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Sounds like you need a hitch carrier. I don't have any specific recommendations regarding brands, etc., but this is the sort of thing that will likely work for you: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Widow-SMC-600R-Motorcycle-Carrier-600lb/dp/B002M3ODTC. On average these things seem to be rated for around a 600 lb capacity, so I'd think a dirt bike would be perfectly safe to transport using one of these.

Oh, so that's what the HF cheapies look like. lol I was going to get one but ended up opting for something even cheaper on Amazon.

Yeah, I meant stable, my bad.

I think I'll go with this one: http://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Swingarm-Paddle-Kawasaki/dp/B00AV8HSA6?ie=UTF8&keywords=motorcycle%20swing%20arm%20stand&qid=1464196942&ref_=sr_1_2&sr=8-2

A stand like this might work.

https://www.amazon.com/Safstar-Motorcycle-Forklift-Spoolift-Swingarm/dp/B01MRJOU8C/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=motorcycle+rear+stand&qid=1556573499&s=automotive&sr=1-8

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It basically lifts by the swingarms. Your clearances may vary.

Good point, no need to jack up to change oil, maybe just a minor convenience so I don't have to be hunched over.

I was originally thinking something along the lines of this so I can keep the bike upright while filling the trans but all those stand types say they are for sport bikes.

Would this work for lifting the back up? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWE1T7R/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got one for my motorcycle and it works great

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0036QZ8VQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1370220113&sr=8-2&pi=SL75
I picked these up last year and they lift the bike pretty solid. Pretty heavy stands for the price. Spools are about 15$ depending on the style etc. Really helps with chain cleaning/ lubricating, rear tire/ brake work etc. The "grunge brush" is a fantastic tool as well. Also cheap, http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000BS02LS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1370220336&sr=8-1&pi=SL75
May not be "fun" gifts but endlessly useful if not already owned. happy spending!
Edit: just adding something to 6x9equals42's post, excellent ideas

I have this and use it on my dual sport and adventure bike.

OrionMotorTech Dilated Scissor Lift Jack for Street Bike, Cruiser, Adventure Touring Motorcycle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0AB7MJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_grbwDbRJNBV8G

I picked up this one as my BMW is a bit shy of 500lbs:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002M3ODTC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I've yet put it together however.

i kinda prefer this style

I think I ended up getting mine off eBay since they shipped to Canada for free, but I got the same one as this http://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Swingarm-Paddock-Kawasaki/dp/B0036QZ8VQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410524786&sr=8-1&keywords=venom+motorcycle+stand

There was a set of both front and rear on amazon recently for like $60

http://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Swingarm-Paddock-Kawasaki/dp/B0036QZ8VQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1408486452&sr=8-1&keywords=motorcycle+stands

I just got a Venom Rear Wheel Swingarm Paddle Lift Stand because I don't have spools, and a DMP Steel Head Lift Stand because I needed to be able to pull my forks off. I'm quite pleased with their quality.

• Venom Stands
  
  Alternatively, hang it from the ceiling or a ladder with ropes/ratchet straps. These are good if you need to take off the forks or swingarm.

Easiest way to spin the wheel and get access to the whole chain: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Motorcycle-Roller-Wheel-Monkey-Tru-Tension/dp/B01M4QUXAR/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541675050&sr=8-3&keywords=motorcycle+wheel+roller

Just back her onto it and spin away.

diy

I've heard great things about venom

even that stand is probably cheaper than bringing in the bike.


I've gotten quotes for $100 per tire on my bike. or like $25-30 rim off.... :P

triple tree stand no brand

stands aint cheap. but they're worth their weight in gold.

I used to think stands were worthless and just a convenience. hell no they are worth it.


sooo yeah. :<

You can put your bike on paddock stands if you're concerned. They're also super handy for maintenance, everyone should have a set in the garage.

http://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Paddock-Universal-Kawasaki/dp/B0077T23IO?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00

Save $10 at Amazon if you want. I have these for my FZ-07 for the past 2 years and they've been great.

Same capacity, except mine has an aluminum U wheel track vice the steel on that one. Remember the hitch hauler itself weights about 80-100 lbs.
I have this one, but I welded a 3/8 wide stringer under the receiver part just to feel comfortable with a Dual Sport, there is no way in the world I would trust any hitch hauler for for 600 lbs.
Black Widow SMC-600R Deluxe Steel Motorcycle Carrier-600lb. Capacity https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002M3ODTC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_6WxzCb293YYYC

I purchased my 2016 R3 brand new. I dropped it the third day I had it and bent the footpeg. Replaced it for $20. I later dropped it on grass. No damage. The third time I dropped it the clutch lever broke and I scratched the sticker on it. Big bulb turn signal cushioned the fall and plastics took almost no damage. $10 for a new lever.

I'm going to keep this bike for a long time. It's already paid off in full so it's just insurance and maintenance from now on.

I wanted the cleanest look possible but state law forces me to have some sort of turn signals rather than just an integrated taillight. YMMV.
Try this for low cost?

Some upgrades:
Bike stands front and rear: $70

Saddlemen seat (comes with pillion seat): $200

Eventually some better tires: ~$200

1WD-F41B1-00-P0 (Matte tank center to replace my glossy black): $30


No fender eliminators for me. I'd rather my plastics take a hit than the shock getting sent through to the frame. Although I suppose after a certain point it won't matter.

Head over to the R3 forums. Plenty of cool people and mods there.

Something like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002M3ODTC/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_Skmlxb1MMF0QQ

You would have to do more research to find the good ones.

Every ~300Km I use Ipone chain cleaner and a chain brush to remove any crap. Then I apply an even layer of Motul C4 Chain lube along the center of the chain.

If you don't have a center stand like me, consider getting one of these its amazing. Hope this helps! Ride safe. :D

Changing oil isn't usually too hard without a stand but for chain cleaning/lubing you can use this anywhere.
MaxxHaul 80401 Regular Motorcycle... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N1S9IBE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

https://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Triple-Headlift-Kawasaki/dp/B00CX7L1LA

This sort of stand that allows you to lift the bike with forks off

I wouldn't use this that way. I'd just buy one with paddles, or buy spools and use this with them.

But keep in mind, paddle lifts are every bit as secure as spools, and very inexpensive (and practical on virtually any dual sided swingarm bike). An example: https://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Swingarm-Paddle-Kawasaki/dp/B00AV8HSA6/

I've been using one of these for many years on a variety of bikes including, but not limited to, an MT07 and MTT09. You adjust the paddles so they fit snug against the swingarm on either side (L shaped paddles) and underneath just forward of the rear axle. These are so stable, I'll drag my bike around by the front tire while it's on the rear stand with no rear wheel without the slightest concern. $50 and you're done. There's also a matching front triple tree stand.

I have this one: https://www.amazon.com/Venom-Motorcycle-Swingarm-Paddle-Kawasaki/dp/B00AV8HSA6/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1506018306&sr=8-7&keywords=venom+motorcycle+stand

It works just fine, u/spongebob_meth is right though, it's a little wobbly but once the bike's weight is on it (and on a level surface) it feels more solid. The rubber swingarm holders have deteriorated a little bit but they do the job. I've been using it to clean my chain every 2-3 weeks for the last year and it's held up.

I'm currently looking at this Venom stand. I have not purchased it, but there are lots of reviews. There is also a swingarm bar type, if you don't have spools.