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MOTORCYCLE STAND
Model
97071
WHEEL CHOCK
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
Copyright© 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this
manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form
without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number
in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if
product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for
future reference.
WARNING! Read all instructions
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA SAFETY
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Keep children and bystanders away while operating. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, NIOSH-approved dust mask/respira-
tor, and heavy-duty work gloves during installation.
Stay alert and use common sense when operating. Do not use when tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables
better control in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
PRODUCT USE AND CARE
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This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.
Use the correct product for your application. Make sure your motorcycle’s wheel
ts in the Motorcycle Stand. Do not modify this product or use it for a purpose for
which it is not intended.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the product’s operation. If damaged, have the
product repaired before use.
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Use the product with these instructions and in the manner intended for the par-
ticular type of product, taking into account the working conditions and the work
to be performed. Use of the product for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
SERVICE
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Have product serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical replace-
ment parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
Maintain labels and nameplates on the product. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replace-
ment.
MISCELLANEOUS
Do not exceed maximum load for this product (1,800 pounds). Loading a heavier
motorcycle on the Stand can result in dangerous conditions to both the operator
and the item loaded.
Always mount the Motorcycle Stand securely on level, dry surfaces that are ca-
pable of bearing the combined weight of the Stand and motorcycle.
Do not ride a motorcycle onto the Stand.
Never sit on the motorcycle while it is loaded on the Stand.
Do not use for aircraft purposes.
The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be
understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which
cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Weight Capacity 1,800 Pounds
Wheel Size 16” to 26” L
Maximum Motorcycle Wheel Footprint* 3” to 5” W
* The “footprint” of the motorcycle is the total size of the tires where they contact
the oor. Motorcycles come in many different designs – certain large or customized motorcycles may not work properly with this dolly. Do not modify this
product to t any motorcycle it would not normally work with.
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If
any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown
on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
SET UP INSTRUCTIONS
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the
beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer
to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
Assembly
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Measure the motorcycle wheel prior to assembly so that the Motorcycle Stand
can be adjusted to t the wheel length. The Motorcycle Stand will t most stan-
dard motorcycles currently on the market. However, some models with especially
wide tires or custom low-prole front fenders will not t.
Use 2 Bolts (5) to mount the Cradle Stop (7) to the Base (9); secure with Wash-
ers (11) and Nuts (12).
Mount the Support Arm (6) to the front of the Base using 3 Bolts (1), Washers
(11), and Nuts (12).
Insert Pin (10) through the mounting holes and Wheel Adapter (8); secure with
Washer (4) and R Pin (3).
Securely tighten all hardware before use.
The Motorcycle Stand must be mounted securely before use.
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Mounting in Concrete
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Note. Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is loaded in the Wheel Chock.
Choose a location to install the Wheel Chock that is at, level, and capable of
bearing the combined weight of the Wheel Chock and the motorcycle being se-
cured. The location should not obstruct walkways and still provide enough room
to retrieve the motorcycle after it is mounted. The surface of the location should
be one suitable for the mounting of heavy equipment.
Use the mounting holes in the Base (9) of the Stand as a template. Arrange the
Base (7) in the chosen location and, using a pencil, mark where the holes are to
be drilled.
You will need concrete anchors (not included) to secure the Base (9) to the con-
crete oor. Using the correct size concrete drill bit (not included), drill the mount-
ing holes to secure the Base (9).
Attach the concrete anchors to the oor. Secure the Base (7) to the oor utilizing
concrete anchors.
Truck Bed Mounting
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Place the Base (9) in the desired location of the truck bed or motorcycle lift. Use
the holes in the Base as a pattern to mark where to drill the holes for the hard-
ware to mount the Stand.
Warning: Verify that the installation surface has no hidden wires, brake lines, etc. be-
fore drilling.
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Use a power drill (not included) and a steel cutting drill bit (not included) to drill
holes in the truck bed or motorcycle lift.
Attach the Base (9) to the truck bed utilizing the appropriate hardware (not in-
cluded).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the
beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
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Select the correct mounting hole for the motorcycle being loaded on the Stand,
and adjust the location of the Wheel Adapter (8) to t the tire length properly.
To load a motorcycle, lower the Wheel Adapter to the horizontal position and
simply push the motorcycle into the Stand. The Wheel Adapter will close on the
motorcycle tire, securing the bike in an upright position.
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The motorcycle should be secured with belts or straps (not included).
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To dismount the motorcycle, pull back rmly and steadily until the motorcycle rolls
free of the Stand.
CAUTIONCAUTION
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BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the product. Check for
loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts,
and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
AFTER USE, clean external surfaces of the product with clean, moist cloth.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Damaged products can fail, causing personal injury. Do
not use a damaged product. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, maintenance, and lubrication
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT
HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR
DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD
BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE
BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE
ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER
INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
PARTS LIST & ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
Part Description Qty
1 Bolt M10x45 3
2 Pad 2
3 R-pin 2
4 Washer Φ 12 2
5 Bolt M10x25 2
6 Support Arm 1
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11
Part Description Qty
7 Cradle Stop 1
8 Wheel Adapter 1
9 Base 1
10 Pin 1
11 Washer M10 5
12 Nut M10 5
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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high
quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from
the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities,
criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance.
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us
with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the
complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we
will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the
purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that
the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must
bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail-
able individually as replacement parts.
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