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Some maintenance tasks are better performed with the wheels off the ground.
: The armored pan under the battery that protects onboard charging units is strong enough and positioned well to use a center lift.
;Recommendation
:[[file:Onlift.jpeg|thumb|Center lift under S model belly pan]]
[[File:fxs_view_from_below.jpg|thumb|FXS from below.]]
: Using a scissor lift center stand is an easy method to lift the bike.
: [http://www.ragepowersports.com/motorcycle-products/black-widow-center-jack-and-dolly/ Rage Powersports BW-1604A] has been spotted at Zero HQ, but other manufacturers make very equivalent stands.
: A center lift is easier than a rear stand to operate solo, and it is more compact than the rear stand although much heavier.
;Location (S Platform)
: Use a center lift under the battery compartment.
:* Orient the center stand so that it runs side-to-side to provide lateral stability.
:* Place it under the ''rear'' of the battery compartment to lift the bike's front and rear equally.
:* Place it under the ''front'' of the battery compartment to lift the bike's front and leave the rear tire in floor contact.
:* Strap the bike securely (through the center frame tube, say) to avoid toppling it.
:; Confirmed fits
:* [http://www.dragspecialties.com/products/?productId=121879 Drag Specialties Center Jack] (all models) uses a 15/16 hex wrench to raise and lower the lift.
:* [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0196PAZ1S/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Generic Lift] uses a 7/8 hex wrench/socket; should work for all models, confirmed for 2014 SR.
;Location (X Platform)
: The FXS (at least) has three bolts sticking out from the pan under the bike.
:* Orient the center stand so that it runs side-to-side to provide lateral stability.
:* You can put a rubber pad on your lift to make it easier to use it over the bolts.
:; Confirmed fits
:* [http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/28665/i/msr-pro-lift-stand MSR Pro Lift Stand] for the FX, but not other models (even FXS) because of height issues.
;References
* [http://electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=6589 Discussion thread]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wrPLi9Yags Video of DSR lifted by scissor jack.]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnqBsha33bs Rage Powersports BW-1604A scissor jack unboxing] by [E Shattow on YouTube]:
*: {{#ev:youtube|TnqBsha33bs}}
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==[[Front Stand]]==
{{:Front Stand}}
==[[Rear Stand]]==
{{:Rear Stand}}
[[Category:Maintenance]]
Some maintenance tasks are better performed with the wheels off the ground.
: The armored pan under the battery that protects onboard charging units is strong enough and positioned well to use a center lift.
;Recommendation
:[[file:Onlift.jpeg|thumb|Center lift under S model belly pan]]
[[File:fxs_view_from_below.jpg|thumb|FXS from below.]]
: Using a scissor lift center stand is an easy method to lift the bike.
: [http://www.ragepowersports.com/motorcycle-products/black-widow-center-jack-and-dolly/ Rage Powersports BW-1604A] has been spotted at Zero HQ, but other manufacturers make very equivalent stands.
: A center lift is easier than a rear stand to operate solo, and it is more compact than the rear stand although much heavier.
;Location (S Platform)
: Use a center lift under the battery compartment.
:* Orient the center stand so that it runs side-to-side to provide lateral stability.
:* Place it under the ''rear'' of the battery compartment to lift the bike's front and rear equally.
:* Place it under the ''front'' of the battery compartment to lift the bike's front and leave the rear tire in floor contact.
:* Strap the bike securely (through the center frame tube, say) to avoid toppling it.
:; Confirmed fits
:* [http://www.dragspecialties.com/products/?productId=121879 Drag Specialties Center Jack] (all models) uses a 15/16 hex wrench to raise and lower the lift.
:* [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0196PAZ1S/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Generic Lift] uses a 7/8 hex wrench/socket; should work for all models, confirmed for 2014 SR.
;Location (X Platform)
: The FXS (at least) has three bolts sticking out from the pan under the bike.
:* Orient the center stand so that it runs side-to-side to provide lateral stability.
:* You can put a rubber pad on your lift to make it easier to use it over the bolts.
:; Confirmed fits
:* [http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/28665/i/msr-pro-lift-stand MSR Pro Lift Stand] for the FX, but not other models (even FXS) because of height issues.
;References
* [http://electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=6589 Discussion thread]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wrPLi9Yags Video of DSR lifted by scissor jack.]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnqBsha33bs Rage Powersports BW-1604A scissor jack unboxing] by [E Shattow on YouTube]:
*: {{#ev:youtube|TnqBsha33bs}}
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==[[Front Stand]]==
{{:Front Stand}}
==[[Rear Stand]]==
{{:Rear Stand}}
[[Category:Maintenance]]
