Bike Stands
I have been looking for a decent bike stand for a while now. I went to my local Cyclegear and the stands were not only kinda pricey, but not very impressive ($120 for a MotoBoss stand? Really?) — And I know I have seen better deals that that around the Internet. So I started looking around and found two great options (That come highly recommended), one bargain choice, and one creme de’ la creme choice.
Now, remember, a good motorcycle stand is something that will last you the test of time. So, don’t think of this as a part for this bike, but as a tool for your shop, like a good set of sockets or wrenches.
T-Rex Bike Stands:
Price: ~60$ (rear) ~$110 (set) plus ~$15 for spools / bobbins / swingarm sliders.
URL: T-Rex Racing
These are a nice set of less expensive stands. But, they get the job done.. These stands come very highly recommended by the community, and look good doing it. Overall, these will probably be the set I end up picking up. You just really can’t beat the price on these guys.
Pitt Bull Stands:
Price: ~135$ (rear) ~$300 (set) plus ~$15 for spools / bobbins / swingarm sliders.
URL: Pitt Bill Products
These stands should last you forever. They are beefy. They are modular. They are just sick. Giving you the option to do spool or forklift with both rear and front lift, etc etc. If you want a stand that you know you will never have to replace, these are your bride to be’s.
Josh Said,
September 8, 2008 @ 1:18 pm
So I am a newbie when it comes to these bikes. I need to know what all needs to be purchased to use one of these stands? what are the spools/sliders/bobbins? Thanks!
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Mr. 2Fiddy Reply:
September 8th, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Josh,
The spools are what the stands “hook into” when you’re lifting the bike.
http://t-rex-racing.com/catalog.php?item=7&ret=index.php
FYI: 2008 and 2009 Ninja 250R’s use 10mm Spools….
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Greg Said,
September 8, 2008 @ 5:14 pm
I own the pit bull and its gravy. Very well built and like you said I will never have to buy another one.
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dougie Said,
September 9, 2008 @ 12:01 am
thanks for the links. my neighbor has a bitpull rear he said I could use, but it’s missing the “ends” that fit around my spools. I was going to try and find them, but for $60 I’ll just buy my own.
Still new to this, what, if any, are the advantages of a front vs rear or vis-a-versa? Or both?
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dougie Said,
September 9, 2008 @ 1:09 am
I went through the site and couldn’t find the $60 stand. Can u link to it?
Thanks
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Jon-Mark Said,
September 9, 2008 @ 1:55 am
Just wondering, for general storage purposes, doing my own oil changes, and simple maintenance, if I had to get away with only having 1 stand, should it be the front or the rear?
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Owen Reply:
September 9th, 2008 at 4:33 am
rear
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JimRich Said,
September 9, 2008 @ 1:24 pm
I own a set. My only problem is the clamp pin on one of the wheels came off. I fixed it with some safety wire. They are pretty nice to have around.
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Anand Said,
September 9, 2008 @ 3:19 pm
Another option to consider is,
Vortex Rear Stand ($101.99)
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/75/7532/ITEM/Vortex-Rear-Stand.aspx
I got the spools (Vortex 10mm - $9.95) and this stand. Works well and is study enough to match the Pit Bull.
I got it from this store since they had free shipping.
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Mr T Said,
December 20, 2008 @ 11:03 pm
I just purchased a set of 10mm spools from T-Rex racing for my 2009 Ninja 250R and they don’t fit. Am I doing something wrong (how the heck can you do something wrong on putting a screw)? The screws seem too large too.
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