Best way to get front end off the ground?

[Pete Logan]

I have also done it once by putting it on the centerstand and then placing a couple 50lb bags of cement on the rear luggage carrier, thus lifting the front end. But I'm not sure that's a recommended method

[ToddStyles]

Here's what I've been using to work on my bike:

http://www.cumminstools.com/browse.cfm/4,125.htm

I have it bolted to my shop floor. I put a strap around the handlebar mount to pick the front end up. Or, I remove the tank and put the strap around the frame. It will pick the entire bike up that way. I have the hoist mounted near the wall, so it doesn't take up much room when it is folded down and not in use.

Todd.

[Pete Logan]

I guess a collapsible engine hoist would do the same thing. Hmmmmm - good thinking.

[BikeNut]

I have used the center stand/single jack stand under the motor method. The bike sat fine for four weeks while I redid the front end.