Fork Stands for R1250RS

[Fastfwd01]

Time for a tire change. My first tire swap I just used some regular jack stands under the front forks and prayed that it wouldn't shift off them.  It worked, but I think I might invest in a fork stand this go around. 

 

I'm curious if anyone has any experience with these? The only one that I've seen readily available currently that might work seems to be this one:

 

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/woodcraft-adjustable-forklift-stand-pin-style?sku_id=1292063

 

It says it is ABS compatible being a 'Pin Style' that inserts a 'pin' into the hole at the bottom of the forks.  I'm not sure how that may impact loosening those fork clamp bolts (forgive me for not using the correct term if that is not the exact technical term for them).  I'm not entirely sure how it will work at all frankly.  Based on sticking my finger in that hole it has about a half inch at best before the hole is blocked by the fork pinch bolts inside the fork.  I suppose I can loosen those up first before inserting the 'Pin' but I question if it might impact the threads of the bolts, etc.

 

Since my first tire change I did buy a set of super sturdy ESCO 3 Ton jack stands for a new BMW car that requires specialized adapters.  The rubber pads would possible be 'better' than the old iron stands alone, but still probably not ideal.  Is there a trick to doing this that maybe I don't know about? 

 

Thanks!

 

 

[Oldrider51]

You might look at Pit Bull stands for the front, www.pit-bull.com, or a Bursig lift for the 1250. I purchased mine from WundrlichUSA.com.

[9Mary7]

12 hours ago, Fastfwd01 said:

Time for a tire change. My first tire swap I just used some regular jack stands under the front forks and prayed that it wouldn't shift off them.  It worked, but I think I might invest in a fork stand this go around. 

 

I'm curious if anyone has any experience with these? The only one that I've seen readily available currently that might work seems to be this one:

 

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/woodcraft-adjustable-forklift-stand-pin-style?sku_id=1292063

 

It says it is ABS compatible being a 'Pin Style' that inserts a 'pin' into the hole at the bottom of the forks.  I'm not sure how that may impact loosening those fork clamp bolts (forgive me for not using the correct term if that is not the exact technical term for them).  I'm not entirely sure how it will work at all frankly.  Based on sticking my finger in that hole it has about a half inch at best before the hole is blocked by the fork pinch bolts inside the fork.  I suppose I can loosen those up first before inserting the 'Pin' but I question if it might impact the threads of the bolts, etc.

 

Since my first tire change I did buy a set of super sturdy ESCO 3 Ton jack stands for a new BMW car that requires specialized adapters.  The rubber pads would possible be 'better' than the old iron stands alone, but still probably not ideal.  Is there a trick to doing this that maybe I don't know about? 

 

Thanks!

 

 

I have used Woodcraft products, including this stand, and found them to be well engineered and stable when working on the bike. That stand should be perfect for tire changes.

[Fastfwd01]

6 hours ago, 9Mary7 said:

I have used Woodcraft products, including this stand, and found them to be well engineered and stable when working on the bike. That stand should be perfect for tire changes.

 

Thanks. In retrospect, I suppose I could remove those fork clamp bolts totally and it should be fine.  The little fork inserts should then have plenty of room to do their job without harm to any threaded bolts. 

[Hati]

You don't need a fork stand, as long as you have a centre stand. If you do, a simple scissor jack under the motor in the front can get the front wheel in the air. I use it for both my bikes.

 

This is what I have https://www.aliexpress.com/i/1005006199991736.html but anything will do, the weight is not that much.

[Dennis Andress]

I once had front and rear Pit Bull stands. The rear was terrific. The front not so much. Unlike the rear, there was just no way to secure the bike to the stand.