bike stands, any experience with these?

[Phenix_Rider]

Originally Posted by tommymac

best was when I launched the mount/dismount bar from my HF tire changer, fortunatley didnt hit anything but made a huge divot in the yard. Dad was a wee bit upset about that

I can see your big ass launching that bar like a javelin.

Originally Posted by CrazyKell

I have a helluva time using a stand on my own and usually need some help.

And getting my bike off the stand at the track.....well that's a 2 person job (me on the bike, them on the stand).

Just don't spray them with gravel when you take off

[karl_1052]

Originally Posted by Homeslice

I have the forward-handle pitbull, it rocks, I don't understand why people buy the regular one, it takes up too much space behind the bike.

How does the forward handle affect access to side of the bike?
I used a wheeled stool, and I can see the handle getting in the way.

I have a rear stand, that has a retractable handle. It works awesome.

[Homeslice]

Originally Posted by karl_1052

How does the forward handle affect access to side of the bike?
I used a wheeled stool, and I can see the handle getting in the way.

I have a rear stand, that has a retractable handle. It works awesome.

The handle can't be used with the sidestand in the way, so that tells you how far it sticks out from the side (maybe only 8 inches I guess).

[Dnyce]

the handle comes off so its not in the way. if they copy designs then they are just another knock off, i mean come on stand design cant be that hard, good materials, good welds, done deal. however, as much i wouldnt wana support powerstands based on what oreo said, i had already made the purchase before i even posted this topic.

but, i got lucky and got a new one for $5 ebay

seriously.
so, cant beat that.

[Gas Man]

Originally Posted by marko138

You been running this game for years and years.

True. Yet I still need to tell fools.

Pitbull is also still the best on the market!

[marko138]

Originally Posted by Dnyce

the handle comes off so its not in the way. if they copy designs then they are just another knock off, i mean come on stand design cant be that hard, good materials, good welds, done deal. however, as much i wouldnt wana support powerstands based on what oreo said, i had already made the purchase before i even posted this topic.

but, i got lucky and got a new one for $5 ebay

seriously.
so, cant beat that.

5 bucks? Shit. I'd buy one for 5 bucks. Might not use it...but I'd buy it.

Originally Posted by Gas Man

True. Yet I still need to tell fools.

Pitbull is also still the best on the market!

For sure. Excellent product...I should buy them.

[Dnyce]

i know, pitbull is the best, yadda yadda, didnt ask about them tho, now did i?

[Dnyce]

they work pretty good, one handed operation, sturdy. handle isnt even in the way so i dont bother taking it off.

[Homeslice]

Pics of the 1-armed pitbull are in this thread:
http://www.twowheelfix.com/showthrea...ight=one-armed

[shmike]

Originally Posted by CrazyKell

I have a helluva time using a stand on my own and usually need some help.

And getting my bike off the stand at the track.....well that's a 2 person job (me on the bike, them on the stand).

Getting the bike on the stand takes practice.

Getting the bike off the stand should never take more than just the rider:

If you are tall enough you can straddle the bike and push yourself off the stand.

If you aren't tall enough, stand beside the bike and grab the bars. Push the bike forward leaving your back foot in front of the wheels on the stand. The stand will hit your foot and tip forward dropping the bike onto the ground.