NOTICE
When lifting a motorcycle using a jack, be sure jack contacts both lower frame tubes where down tubes and lower frame tubes converge. Never lift by jacking on cross-members, oil pan, mounting brackets, components or housings. Failure to comply can cause serious damage resulting in the need to perform major repair work. (00586d)
NOTE
- Never use differential housing as lifting point.
- Set the park brake and block the wheels as necessary to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
- Lift against the forgings where the down tubes and lower frame tubes join.
Because the balance point is toward the rear of the motorcycle, special consideration must be made when lifting with a jack for service.
See Figure 1. When lifting the front to remove the front tire or check steering head bearings, etc., engage the parking brake. Place the jack under the forward portion of the frame, approximately centered under the crankshaft, and be sure it contacts the frame tube forgings on both sides.
See Figure 2. When lifting the rear of the motorcycle, secure the front tire in a wheel vise and secure front end to the motorcycle lift using straps. Place the jack under the rear portion of the frame, approximately centered under the clutch cover, and be sure it contacts the frame tube forgings on both sides.
Alternatively, each rear wheel can be raised by placing a jack under the left or right side of the axle.
Figure 1. Jack Placement Under Front
Figure 2. Jack Placement Under Rear