Back in the pre-WWII days motorcycle work benches used to be made from wood, even in the HD factory, as old photgraphs show. Presumably, most of them were built in town by the carpenter around the corner, but if you were a motorcycle mechanic in the US Army and in the field, with no joiner around, you built it yourself, on the spot. To faciliate this, the army provided service manuals, which included a sketch after which you could build a workbench and after this exact sketch The Cyclery workbenches are precisely cut from glulam boards. All you need for assembly are a few common hand tools. With a very detailed instruction booklet and all screw holes pre-drilled it will be a straightforward job.
Admittedly, this 100+ year old design does not perform like a modern table lift, but with a little help from a friend you can easily roll on or off your bike and the sturdy construction guarantees long-time service. Hard to imagine a more decorative piece in any traditional workshop or showroom.

The S.A.M. 1200 air lift is ready to do more! It provides a work surface of 213 x 61 cm and lifts all motorcycles, incl. heaviest Full Dressers (up to 544 kg), from a minimum height of 20 cm to a maximum height of 99 cm, so even tall mechanics can conquer any job. Features a drop-out panel at the rear end for easy wheel removal/installation. Included with every table is a 76 cm long, detachable ramp.

Rugged and sturdy lift, which allows to raise motorcycles up to 500 kg to a maximum height of 51 cm without problems, alone and while standing, by means of a foot pump. Can be locked in two postions to relieve the hydraulic jack during longer parking periods. Simple to use and steplessly adjustable. The specially developed caster wheels provide a low profile, which easily enters beneath the chassis and they allow to move the lift in the garage or workshop with the motorcycle mounted. Rubber mats prevent frame tubes from being scuffed. Accessory adapters are available for models with chassis versions, which cannot rest directly on the lift.
Dimensions:
min. height: 115 mm (100 mm without wheels), frame width: 380 mm, frame length: 710 mm,

This is the only proper and affordable mini lift for Sportster models that we know of. Easy action and secure stand are just what the doctor ordered. Avoid dangerous tire changes like in the past. Sturdy quality and completely zinc plated for lasting service.

The Becker company manufactures a mini lift for the heavy Big Twins, too. Same sturdy quality, with rollers for easy action and with removable lever for easy stowing.

Due to its compact construction, this professional-quality motorcycle lift is ideal for the workshop table lift as it does not cause any space problems. Of course, it can also be used simply on the garage floor at home. The sturdy scissor design with sliding rollers and a ball bearing on the spindle enable effortless lifting of heavy motorcycles up to 500 kg. For safe work on narrow framed Sportsters special adapter brackets are part of delivery.