Is it ok to jack up my bike from the engine/sump? I have to take off the front wheel, and all I have is a trolley jack and two axle stands.
If not any suggestions please?
Is it safe?
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Re: Is it safe?
done it b4 myself mate or if you have access to a hoist put some straps throught the frame.
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Re: Is it safe?
Nice one. I'll do it tomorrow, the weathers looking pretty grim at the moment.
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Re: Is it safe?
i use a block of wood across the engine and 2 jacks eaither side works a treat
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Re: Is it safe?
rene wrote:i use a block of wood across the engine and 2 jacks eaither side works a treat
+1 on that! Ive done that on a few bikes, works great.

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