Motorcycle Lifts

How a Pneumatic Motorcycle Lift Works

Most motorcycle lifts in this collection run on shop air rather than electricity, using a pneumatic cylinder to raise a flat platform once the bike is secured. A foot-pedal air valve controls the lift hands-free, which matters when you're holding a motorcycle upright with one hand while positioning it. Most models need 90 to 100 PSI from an outside air source, which isn't included, so confirming your shop's compressor can supply that pressure consistently is worth doing before you buy, especially if you're running other air tools off the same line.

Matching Platform Length and Capacity to Your Bike

Platform length varies more than people expect, from around 85 inches on standard models up to 99 inches on extra-long options, and a platform that's too short for a longer cruiser or touring bike leaves the wheels unsupported at the ends. Capacity in this collection runs from 1,000 lbs. on standard models up to 2,500 lbs. on heavy-duty frame-engaging lifts built for larger UTVs and ATVs. Match capacity to your heaviest bike, not your average one, the same rule that applies to any vehicle lift.

What the Accessories Actually Do

The accessories on a motorcycle lift for garage use aren't just add-ons, each solves a specific access problem. A front wheel vise clamps the front tire in place so the bike stays upright without a kickstand, which is what lets one person load and secure a bike alone. Side extensions widen the platform to accommodate ATVs, UTVs, golf carts, and lawn mowers on the same lift, turning a motorcycle-specific table into a genuinely multi-use piece of equipment. A removable rear drop-out panel or dropout section gives you clear access to the rear wheel and swingarm for tire changes and chain work, something a solid flat platform doesn't allow.

Portability and Storage

If floor space is limited, look for models with retractable casters, which let you roll the lift out of the way between uses rather than dedicating permanent floor space to it. A separate motorcycle dolly with a wheel chock is worth considering too if you mainly need to move a bike around the shop rather than lift it, since it handles the mobility side without the cost of a full pneumatic platform.

Backed by ASE Deals Since 1996

Every motorcycle lift we sell carries a lowest price guarantee and a 30-day money-back guarantee, and if a warranty issue comes up, we act as your advocate with the manufacturer rather than pointing you elsewhere. With service centers available nationwide, we can help you get the right lift set up whether you're running a power sport dealership or working on your own bike at home.