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mholbrook38 · Joined: 16 Mar 2010 Posts: 11 Location: Meridian, Idaho

Well, I should introduce myself as a new owner of 1993 K1100LS. The biggest and heaviest (by far) bike I have ever owned. Today, I was jockeying the bike back into a space to park next to my Honda and of course, got too close with the rear. Something gave and before I could say "Jack Robinson" the bike came down on my right foot. To make matters worse, it was sandwiched in a bit and I could not begin to lift it up. Fortunately, a neighbor came by and the two of us got it back up.

I was thinking now of putting together a long strap to slide under the bike and loop around the foot pegs on the opposite side. Then loop the strap over the shoulders so I can use my legs to do the heavy lifting. I'm worried that this could happen someplace where I won't be able to get help.

I'm a bit over 60 but still want to get out there. I can't give this up because of a little weight. Please note, I do not have any problem getting her up on the center stand.

Thanks for any ideas....
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Mike Holbrook
1993 K1100LS
1982 Honda GL500
1971 Honda SL350
1979 Porsche 911SC Targa

Flying Duck · Posted: Fri Mar 19, 2010 9:06 pm Post subject:

Look here:

http://www.k11og.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=8258
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carp · Posted: Sat Mar 20, 2010 12:33 pm Post subject:

I put an nylon adjustable tie down strap in my glove box in case that ever happens when I am alone. Thinking one end towards the front foot peg and second one back farther, probably near the front of the saddle bag. One could adjust it so you have the right amount of slack. Had a previous tip over on lawn after open heart surgury. Didn't even think about trying to lift it up. Realized then an adjustable strap could be helpful. Also, when camping, strap could come in handy for other things.
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mholbrook38 · Joined: 16 Mar 2010 Posts: 11 Location: Meridian, Idaho

Thanks, great videos. Unfortunately I had now room at the time to get a good purchase on the bike but I did flag down some help. I learned a lesson. I do not have a crash bar on the right side at this point. I'm looking for one or a pair which would have made a difference in that the bike would not have been completely "flat" on it's side. I have a bad back and shoulders and am a disabled veteran. I'm going to learn how to get it back up though because I'm not gonna quit riding!

The videos were very helpful.
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Mike Holbrook
1993 K1100LS
1982 Honda GL500
1971 Honda SL350
1979 Porsche 911SC Targa

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Sat Mar 20, 2010 1:07 pm Post subject:

The strap idea doesn't sound bad, just remember that some of the footpegs will fold/rotate. You don't want the strap slipping off and dropping the bike again. Shocked

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1997 K1100LT 0302488(R.I.P.)
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Saltcreek · Posted: Sat Mar 20, 2010 3:27 pm Post subject:

Is there some risk of damage when starting if a bike sits on it's side for a while?
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1994 K1100LT Mystic Red, bfd, 37000 miles, sold Sad

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2002 Litespeed titanium

Flying Duck · Posted: Thu Mar 25, 2010 2:12 pm Post subject:

I've got a right crash bar. Some minor dings and such but overall in decent shape.

Drop me an email if interested.
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
Buy parts HERE