using a lift on a shadow sabre

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using a lift on a shadow sabre

#1 Unread post by Amdonim »

I was recently given a Craftsman motorcycle jack (the one featured in this article: http://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/access ... index.html

I noticed today when I went to use it the first time that the oil pan on the Sabre seems to extend below the frame. Does this preclude using this sort of jack? I don't think the engine is a stressed member since it is soft mounted, but I could be completely wrong. Anyone deal with this before?

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#2 Unread post by jaskc78 »

tried to check out the jack you're talking about, but got the dreaded 404 "Page Not Found" error. think they took the story down.
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#3 Unread post by Johnj »

I wouldn't use the oil pan to raise the bike. Get a couple pieces of 2x4 to place under the lower frame rails, which should give you the clearence needed.
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