Best Motorcycle Jacks – Buyer’s Guide

If you have a motorcycle or if you are thinking about buying one, then it’s important that you also buy a motorcycle jack.

Unlike most cars and trucks, motorcycles are fairly easy to repair and maintain on your own — especially simpler, older (and cheaper) models. By purchasing a quality motorcycle jack so you can fix your motorcycle from home, you can save yourself both time and money.

However, with so many options available on the market today, it can take a lot of time to figure out which motorcycle jacks are the best. That’s why we have done it for you.

We have created a comparison table and motorcycle jack buying guide that you can use to help make buying the best motorcycle jack for your needs easier.

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Best Motorcycle Jacks of 2020

Product		Features	Best for	Lifting range	Capacity	Color	Weight	Platform dimensions
Black Widow MC-JACK (Editor's Choice)		Rubber padding, hex socket handle, durable steel	Harleys, street cruiser motorcycles, off road motorcycles, street sport motorcycles	3.75 to 19.5 in	1100 lbs.	Black	32 lbs	17.8 x 6 in	[su_amazon_button link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002M9W7RQ/?tag=garagemaste01-20" product_code="black-widow"]Check Price[/su_amazon_button]
Extreme Max 5001.5047		Narrow and low profile, heavy-duty steel frame	Cruiser, touring motorcycles	3.6 to 16.5 in	1100 lbs	Red	32.1 lbs.	20.9 x 13.2 in	[su_amazon_button link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0196PAYP0/?tag=garagemaste01-20" product_code="extreme-max"]Check Price[/su_amazon_button]
ATD Tools 7461		Meets ASME standards, foot pedal lifting, rubber pad, 2-swivel and 2-fixed casters	Motorcycles, ATVs, Lawn and Garden Tractor, Personal Watercraft, Snowmobiles	4.5 to 15 in	1500 lbs.	Red	64 lbs	12.2 x 11.81 in	[su_amazon_button link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007QDVTO0/?tag=garagemaste01-20" product_code="atd-tools"]Check Price[/su_amazon_button]
Powerbuilt 620422E		Meets ASME and PALD standards, highly durable, removable lift saddle and padded lift rails	Motorcycles, cars, trucks, ATVs	5.25 to 17.75 in	4000 lbs.	Black	85 lbs	16 x 16 in	[su_amazon_button link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00336EN60/?tag=garagemaste01-20" product_code="powerbuilt"]Check Price[/su_amazon_button]
BikeMaster TLMLTD-01		Damper shock, durable anti-slip pad, lift lever lock	Off-road motorcycles	13 to 17.75	330 lbs.	Black	15.1 lbs.	13.5 x 12.5 in	[su_amazon_button link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SASWL60/?tag=garagemaste01-20" product_code="bikemaster"]Check Price[/su_amazon_button]

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1. Black Widow MC-JACK – Best Stability For Your Harley-Davidson

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If stability is what you’re looking for, then this Black Widow MC-Jack may be what you need.

The Black Widow MC-Jack has a lift range of 3.75-16.25″ (9.5-41.3 cm) high. It also comes with removable adapters that are designed to lift your motorbike an additional 2-3.25″ (5-8.3cm)

[su_highlight_green]The lift surface of this motorcycle jack has rubber padding to prevent scratches on your motorbike. The rubber padding is also designed to prevent your motorcycle from slipping.[/su_highlight_green]

This motorcycle jack has a weight capacity of 1,100 pounds (500kg), which is enough for every commercially available motorcycle (even a giant Road King, if you’re game!). And it comes with a hex socket handle to raise and lower your motorbike easily.

Easy to Use and Stable

[su_highlight_yellow]This Black Widow jack is made from durable steel, and despite weighing just 28 pounds (12.7 kg), this motorcycle jack can lift almost any motorcycle or sports bike.[/su_highlight_yellow]

Using this motorcycle jack is easy. All you have to do is attach the hex socket handle that comes free with this jack to the hex nut. Once the hex handle is attached, then just turn it, and your motorbike should effortlessly lift up.

This motorcycle jack has important safety features, including foot welds on both sides of the jack to provide extra stability and prevent your motorcycle from falling over.

Recommendation

At just over $90, the Black Widow MC-Jack offers a lot of safety and stability for little money. This heavy-duty motorcycle jack is built to last, so it’s well worth the price.

[su_highlight_red]There are some things you may need to consider before choosing to buy this motorcycle jack, however.[/su_highlight_red]

The first thing you may want to keep in mind is the weight capacity of this jack. You probably should not buy this jack without first finding out whether your motorcycle is within the acceptable weight range. Some heavily modified motorcycles may be close to the limit, or even weigh more.

The second thing you may need to consider before buying this jack is the design of your motorcycle. While your motorcycle may meet the weight limits of this jack, it could be designed in a way that makes it hard for this jack to fit under motorbike.

This is a known problem for the Harley Davidson 09 FLHRC and the Honda VTX 1300. If your motorcycle is designed like these motorbikes, you may need to do some modifications if you choose to use the Black Widow MC-JACK Steel Motorcycle Jack, or use a ramp.

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2. Extreme Max 5001.5047 Scissor Jack – Best Value

[su_amazon_product reflink=”https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0196PAYP0/?tag=garagemaste01-20″ product_code=”motorcycle jacks | extreme-max”][/su_amazon_product][su_highlight_green]The Extreme Max 5001.5047 Jack has adjustable adapters that are also removable. These adapters can extend the lift range of this motorcycle jack up to 3.25″.[/su_highlight_green]

The starting lift range of this scissors jack is 3.625″ to 16.5″.

This motorbike jack is designed to manually lift the front or rear of your motorcycle, but you can use an impact gun to raise it. However, if you do choose to use an impact gun with this motorcycle jack, it can negatively affect how long this jack will last.

This scissor motorcycle jack comes with a limited two-year warranty. The length of this jack from each end is 17.75”.

Easy to Use and Affordable

[su_highlight_yellow]The Extreme Max 5001.5047 Jack costs less than $70, making it a great affordable motorcycle jack. This heavy-duty jack has pre-drilled welded side brackets to add an extra layer of stability and allow for permanent mounting applications.[/su_highlight_yellow]

This jack requires manual lifting with the included handle.

Recommendation

We highly recommend this motorcycle jack to anyone who owns a motorcycle that weighs 1,100 pounds or less. This affordable motorcycle jack is well worth its low price. It’s a well-built tool that is stable and easy to use.

[su_highlight_red]One thing you may want to consider before buying this motorcycle jack is whether your motorcycle has a place for the cradles on this jack to fit. While most motorcycles have a place to position the cradles, some motorcycles, such as the 2009 Kawasaki Versys 650, don’t.[/su_highlight_red][su_youtube_video id=”j0gKV7uKtuo”][su_anchor name=”atd-tools”]

3. ATD Tools 7461 – Best Maneuverability

[su_amazon_product reflink=”https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007QDVTO0/?tag=garagemaste01-20″ product_code=”motorcycle jacks | atd-tools”][/su_amazon_product][su_highlight_green]The ATD Tools motorcycle jack is easy to use. The foot pedal provides easy lifting and precision control and release. The saddle pads protect your motorcycle from damage.[/su_highlight_green]

2-fixed casters and 2-swivel make it easy to maneuver this jack.

The ATD Tools Motorcycle/ATV Jack meets the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards.

Locks into Position

This motorcycle jack has a lifting range of 4.5″ to 15″. It locks into position when raised to 12.375” and 14.375”. This motorcycle jack has a weight capacity of 1,500 pounds, making it suitable for ATVs as well.

Recommendation

We recommend the ATD Tools Motorcycle/ATV Jack. It’s made with steel to be very durable. This motorcycle jack is a great value because it can also be used to lift ATVs and dirtbikes.

[su_highlight_red]One thing you may want to consider before buying this jack is the rubber pads can sometimes come off. This is not a big problem, however, because they can be glued back on easily.[/su_highlight_red][su_youtube_video id=”S6rIB4TvtAU”][su_anchor name=”powerbuilt”]

4. Powerbuilt 620422E Lift Jack – Best Weight Capacity

[su_amazon_product reflink=”https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00336EN60/?tag=garagemaste01-20″ product_code=”motorcycle jacks | powerbuilt”][/su_amazon_product][su_highlight_yellow]The Powerbuilt 620422E Heavy Duty 4000 lb Triple Lift Jack has an incredible weight capacity of 4,000 pounds. It is designed with a lift saddle that is removable, and its rails are padded.[/su_highlight_yellow]

A locking safety bar keeps the jack held into place while it is raised.

[su_highlight_yellow]The versatile design of this triple lift jack allows it to fit multiple vehicle types, including ATVs, dirt bikes, and trucks.[/su_highlight_yellow]

The lift range of this jack without the saddle is 5.5” to 17,” and the lift range with the saddle is 6” to 17.5”.

Well-Constructed Lift

This jack is constructed very well. It’s made out of premium heavy-duty materials. This lift is sturdy — so strong that it can even lift tractors.

This triple lift jack comes fully assembled.

Recommendation

We definitely recommend the Powerbuilt 620422E Heavy Duty Jack. Priced at just over $180, this triple lift jack lifts and lowers vehicles smoothly and with precise control.

[su_highlight_red]One thing you may want to consider before choosing to buy this motorcycle jack is the customer service quality of its manufacturer, Pep Boys.[/su_highlight_red]

Though this jack comes with a limited warranty, the customer service provided by Pep Boys doesn’t have a good reputation. This may be an important concern for you if your jack ever stops working or needs to be returned.

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5. BikeMaster TLMLTD-01 – Best Off-Road Motorcycle Floor Jack Stand

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This BikeMaster motorcycle jack is designed to lift off-road motorcycles and dirt bikes. Its lifting and lowering action is very controlled.

[su_highlight_green]Unlike some other motorcycle jacks, this one doesn’t free fall when you need to lower your motorcycle. Instead, a damper shock controls how this jack lowers your motorcycle.[/su_highlight_green]

This motorcycle jack has an anti-slip pad to prevent your motorcycle from slipping.

Compact and Adjustable

The BikeMaster Easy Lift & Lower Off-Road Motorcycle Jack Stand is one-size-fits-all. It adjusts very well to be used with just about any dirt bike, and it can even be used on mountains or other types of ground.

This off-road motorcycle jack stand is very well constructed with heavy-duty materials. It has a fairly light weight capacity of about 330 pounds, and it can lift up to 17.375”. It’s the lowest height when collapsed is 9.75”.

The lever on this motorcycle jacks locks for extra security when your motorcycle is raised.

This compact motorcycle jack doesn’t take up much space, and it’s easy to store.

Recommendation

We recommend this motorcycle jack to anyone with an off-road motorcycle or dirt bike.

This very affordable motorcycle jack that cost less than $70 comes with a locking nut that can be used to secure its base after it has been adjusted. This locking ring keeps the base of this lift from spinning while you are using it.

This stable, easy-to-use off-road motorcycle jack stand can be assembled in minutes, and you won’t even have to use any tools.

[su_highlight_red]One thing you may want to consider before buying this motorcycle jack stand is its weight. It is about 15 pounds.[/su_highlight_red]

If you need an off-road motorcycle jack stand that you can transport very easily without it weighing too much, this jack stand could be too heavy for you.