Gents,
I need a rear standard (not spooled) paddock stand. Whatcha think ?
Thanks,
Steve
pitbull seems quite popular...
I do love my cyclecat, though ;)
I got a Pit Bull rear stand with the forward handle a few weeks ago. It's GREAT - quality construction and the forward handle makes it take up less room in the garage. Ordered it from Sport Bike Track Gear.
Bought a Bike-Lift Italian rear (SSS) and a T-Rex front. The T-Rex is less than half the price and the quality/strength/finish is about the same.
Check out our FAQ on stands:
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?topic=3406.msg49260#msg49260
mitt
Quote from: mitt on May 29, 2008, 12:50:25 PM
Check out our FAQ on stands:
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?topic=3406.msg49260#msg49260
mitt
Wow - almost makes me feel like you added the FAQ just for me ;D
To you sir ![drink]
Quote from: mitt on May 29, 2008, 12:50:25 PM
Check out our FAQ on stands:
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?topic=3406.msg49260#msg49260
mitt
You should put T-rex on the faq as well, very nice qualtiy [thumbsup]
http://www.t-rex-racing.com/
Nice job Mitt! [thumbsup]
Quote from: Ducatiloo on May 29, 2008, 03:37:02 PM
You should put T-rex on the faq as well, very nice qualtiy [thumbsup]
http://www.t-rex-racing.com/
I will.
What else do you have to say about them? I have no first hand knowledge.
mitt
Quote from: mitt on May 29, 2008, 05:50:11 PM
I will.
What else do you have to say about them? I have no first hand knowledge.
mitt
The pin fit perfectly in my rear axle. I've had it outside for entire summers no rust, the paint has hardly scuffed even though I used it on rough concrete. I wanted a pit bull but never regret ed buying a T-rex. I have their sliders as well and have been impressed with the quality of both products. I'm going to order a front stand as soon as they are in stock again.
I'm assuming this is a DSS bike....
I inherited the rear stand when I got my 620 and have kept it. It's from 'Handy' (insert joke here..) They go for $87 and it's a great value. Aside for some fading on the paint from sitting outside a bunch, it's held up to a couple years of abuse.
On a sort of related note. Oncycles has the cyclecat front stands for $99...
Don't cheap out on a rear stand. The cheaper ones are cheap for a reason. They don't have a lot of stiffness and can be difficult to work with because they twist too much. It won't do much good if you saved $50 on your rear stand that dropped your bike and did $300 in damage. [bang]
I scored a pair of Handy stands for $99 on Feb. 13 2002 and they have served me well for over 6 years. I've used them for maintenance, repairs and track days and haven't had a problem. FWIW
I just picked up a Pit Bull "Supersport" stand. I've never used a stand before, but it's quite heavy-duty and extremely simple.
Quote from: mitt on May 29, 2008, 05:50:11 PM
I will.
What else do you have to say about them? I have no first hand knowledge.
mitt
My front T-Rex stand (custom pin for the triple clamp model) shipped without a set of bolts for the bottom section.... Called their service line and they sent out a new set of bolts that day. The thing went together well and has been 100% good for the Monster in terms of fit, safety and durability. Price was right. No regrets.
About a year ago I went in looking for a rear stand, any old cheapy just so I can replace my chain. Well, guess what...I totally got up sold to a $200 Cycle Cat. But man do I like it. I can move the bike around with it and I'm totally confident keeping the bike on it. It's super easy and stable to lift and lower. And it's pretty. [thumbsup]
Gents,
So I went with a pitbull - quick question; what does the axle holder do ?
another vote for cyclecat
it's rock solid, no effort to lift or lower - can evenl be done 1 handed and never feels like it's going to tip
sure hope they keep making them
SteveH - as for axle holder I'm guessing its a spool adapter