Mr B shows how the abba Superbike Stand works and compares it to a common paddock stand. If you like the look of the stand and want one for xmas, link below. abbastands.co.u...
Nice review ! Always better to see a bloke on his patio using it like the rest of us, rather than the promo videos. Hate using a paddock stand on my own, think I'll get one of these instead - cheers !
Another really decent walkthrough guide Mr B. I bought a paddock stand. This Abba stand looks a lot easier to use on your own. You should do more of these guides.
The Abba stand is a worth while investment for sure! You'd be just as impressed with the front lift and it's worth buying for sure. Unlike a paddock stand you can drop the forks as well as remove the wheel, even have good access to the brakes / callipers unlike some paddock stands give. Another worth while option is the adaptor they sell which enables the swing arm to be removed. When I take the Speed off the road for the winter it will live on my Abba stand for a while!
Beefiebelly Hi Buddy, yeah great bit of kit indeed, would love to have all the bits n bobs to go with it... see what Santa brings eh? Cheers RSMF-*RI* Mr B
When I see ya buddy I'll get ya a proper pint .....can't wait till the 25th now...its great how much working room you have on the bike with it up on the ABBA.
Kosmos Withak They do indeed ship directly to the USA. They will take off the UK VAT for you too so you pay 20% less than the list price on their website.
WEGGY ZZR Hahaha! Awesome!! You will love it! Got images of you rushing out in the snow in the morning just to put your bike on it! lol Oh, I know your wondering what to get me for xmas now, so any crate of beer will do ;o) RSMF-*RI* Mr B
Just seen my previous post about six months back....no I didn't get one from the wife ad I originally believed but that wasn't a problem with the zzr1100 as it had a center stand obviously. Oh well all sorted now....i will be getting the attachments for the front wheel lift and also like the bike lifting kit.....but that's 450 quid so not yet I'm afraid.
is there any chance that a bike can be dropped while lifting it up (with both bolts mounted properly of course)? can it tip on the right side while holding it upright like at 3:37 - ua-cam.com/video/C1rVd5Mo1aQ/v-deo.html in the video
I'm sure the ABBA stand is a nice piece of kit and I'm considering buying one with all the goodies for winter storage and maintenance, but... Your time with the normal stands is horrible. I do the mounting of BOTH front and rear stands also around 30sec!! It just takes a bit of preparation THE FIRST TIME EVER you use it. I use the normal paddock stands, but the rear with bobbins and hooks. (just because it came with the trackbike when I bought it) But its just a second of 5 more that I needed with the rear type like you have. When I arrive, I place the sidestand on a piece of wood, so the bike is almost upright. The hooks (or the old style pads) are marked for correct distance and can be fixed with a screw (the old pad style are secured by pins so they can still rotate). You lost A LOT of time cause yours were loose. Don't know why you had so much trouble with lifting the rear, but just a big jank and mine comes up instantly. the front is just set tire in line, place stand, lift up There are obviously positive arguments for the ABBA, the biggest is the space it takes when not in use and the accessoires available It's just tooo expensive when we're honest, no?? the classic type costs no more than 80bucks for a set when you dont buy premium ones and 120 for the new type that doesnt use the fork. Appeciate the ABBA, but the originals arent THAT bad like you let it seem to be. IMHO cheers
lillnemo1 Well the rear tyre is too wide so you have to open and close the arms. Second, I don't want bobbins on the bike. The ABBA give you better access too, for example you can drop the swing arm, take forks out... so... it's a winner for me. Cheers Buddy RSMF-*RI* Mr B
Mr & Mrs B's Brain Dump yes, I get that I understand it has "big" pro's but I just wanted to let people know that time to install on most bikes aint that much different between the abba and the normal paddock stands... on most bikes btw, how big is your rear tire? my 750 srad has a 190 an no probs with the old style like yours Euh, just was thinking about it... your tire is wider than your swingarm???
I bet they do, the adapters are really simple there is bound to be a combination of the 2 pieces that fit your bike out of the 1000s they already list. Like Mr B says give em a call.
Looks like a good bit of kit. Not sure about the end bit. If this becomes a speed challenge for lifting your bike I'll use the XJ6 with its handy centre stand. For the Z there's no way I am racing. I see disaster ahead! Don't do this with your Abba stand though... m.ua-cam.com/video/WOeMdLuQpjc/v-deo.html
Doug Gyver As per 6:03 - I don't want spools on the Bike, so works for me :) If you don't mind spools/bobbins attached to your swing are then it's all good for a standard paddock stand :) Cheers RSMF-*RI* Mr B
Mr & Mrs B's Brain Dump Didn't mean to come off sounding like a twat..I just love my Pitbulls! FWIW, the ABBA stand DOES do the job nicely, and your video showcased it well.. But I'd sooner use a pair of logs to balance the bike on than one of those rubber-footed swingarm-scratcher paddock stands you demonstrated for comparison! :-) If you have a serious aversion to spools on your bike, just use a pair of properly sized bolts..only takes a second to thread 'em in..
Nice review ! Always better to see a bloke on his patio using it like the rest of us, rather than the promo videos. Hate using a paddock stand on my own, think I'll get one of these instead - cheers !
I just bought one, it's ruddy brilliant. I'm going to probably get the front lift attachment. Very informative video. Top marks😊
Had mine for years 1 of the best bit of bike kit you can have, ABBA are a great company and make some really useful and good quality products.
Triple Blue Yep, great bit of kit and customer service is ultra rapid, like the delivery!
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I bought the front lift attachment, brilliant. I can now get the forks out without issue.👍👍
Thanks for the well made review, I need one of these.
Another really decent walkthrough guide Mr B. I bought a paddock stand. This Abba stand looks a lot easier to use on your own. You should do more of these guides.
From MySeat Cheers Buddy, if anyone wants to send me stuff to go over I will lol - Be warned though, I say it how it is ;)
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I was considering getting a abba stand for my CB1000R (single sided swing arm) having watched your video I'm definitely getting one, Thanks.
The Abba stand is a worth while investment for sure! You'd be just as impressed with the front lift and it's worth buying for sure. Unlike a paddock stand you can drop the forks as well as remove the wheel, even have good access to the brakes / callipers unlike some paddock stands give. Another worth while option is the adaptor they sell which enables the swing arm to be removed. When I take the Speed off the road for the winter it will live on my Abba stand for a while!
Beefiebelly Hi Buddy, yeah great bit of kit indeed, would love to have all the bits n bobs to go with it... see what Santa brings eh?
Cheers
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Thanks for a superb review. I've just bought one with the additional front arm lift. Cheers.
When I see ya buddy I'll get ya a proper pint .....can't wait till the 25th now...its great how much working room you have on the bike with it up on the ABBA.
That looks fantastic. I'll get one soon. Thanks for the review.
+MrMarcie It's great piece of kit! Cheers!
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Nice review, thank you!
Just bought one for my bike based on your review. Cheers guys :)
The Swiss Motard Awesome! Let me know what you think of it when it comes :)
Cheers
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Hey do they deliver to the U.S? I have been searching for weeks with not much luck. I have a standard lift that won't even move my Busa
Kosmos Withak They do indeed ship directly to the USA. They will take off the UK VAT for you too so you pay 20% less than the list price on their website.
There's a dedicated site for U.S. distribution now at abbastandsusa.com. Free shipping too!
Brilliant review! The comparison is really valuable.
Been after gettin one for a while bud so have just shown the wife this vid and whoop de dooo she's gonna get me one for yuletide so cheers pal.
WEGGY ZZR Hahaha! Awesome!! You will love it! Got images of you rushing out in the snow in the morning just to put your bike on it! lol
Oh, I know your wondering what to get me for xmas now, so any crate of beer will do ;o)
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Just purchased the Abba stand buddy for the 12R. .....Great piece of kit and we'll worth the money.
WEGGY zx12r Yeah great bit of kit mate! Awesome!
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been looking for something better. I hate my rear stand on my zx14. I need help in putting it on. Think it is time to get this instead.
I defo want one, thanks for sharing and reviewing guys!
Just seen my previous post about six months back....no I didn't get one from the wife ad I originally believed but that wasn't a problem with the zzr1100 as it had a center stand obviously.
Oh well all sorted now....i will be getting the attachments for the front wheel lift and also like the bike lifting kit.....but that's 450 quid so not yet I'm afraid.
WEGGY zx12r Yeah the skylift if I win big on the lottery!
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There's just no comparison for ease of use really is there haha. Is the first thing on my to-buy list for after xmas. :) Good demo & review vid!
Bex88 lol - No, it's just so much more easier, safer and gives you better access!
Cheers Bex
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It looks like a good bit of kit mate rsm
Suffolk Andy Aye it is mate, glad to see the back of that ruddy paddock stand!
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is there any chance that a bike can be dropped while lifting it up (with both bolts mounted properly of course)? can it tip on the right side while holding it upright like at 3:37 - ua-cam.com/video/C1rVd5Mo1aQ/v-deo.html in the video
I think you have convinced me, especially as I am a single woman and I am not strong.
It’s the only stand I can safely use . But the front lift is a pain.
I'm sure the ABBA stand is a nice piece of kit and I'm considering buying one with all the goodies for winter storage and maintenance, but...
Your time with the normal stands is horrible.
I do the mounting of BOTH front and rear stands also around 30sec!!
It just takes a bit of preparation THE FIRST TIME EVER you use it.
I use the normal paddock stands, but the rear with bobbins and hooks.
(just because it came with the trackbike when I bought it)
But its just a second of 5 more that I needed with the rear type like you have.
When I arrive, I place the sidestand on a piece of wood, so the bike is almost upright.
The hooks (or the old style pads) are marked for correct distance and can be fixed with a screw (the old pad style are secured by pins so they can still rotate).
You lost A LOT of time cause yours were loose.
Don't know why you had so much trouble with lifting the rear, but just a big jank and mine comes up instantly.
the front is just set tire in line, place stand, lift up
There are obviously positive arguments for the ABBA, the biggest is the space it takes when not in use and the accessoires available
It's just tooo expensive when we're honest, no??
the classic type costs no more than 80bucks for a set when you dont buy premium ones and 120 for the new type that doesnt use the fork.
Appeciate the ABBA, but the originals arent THAT bad like you let it seem to be.
IMHO
cheers
lillnemo1 Well the rear tyre is too wide so you have to open and close the arms. Second, I don't want bobbins on the bike. The ABBA give you better access too, for example you can drop the swing arm, take forks out... so... it's a winner for me.
Cheers Buddy
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Mr & Mrs B's Brain Dump
yes, I get that
I understand it has "big" pro's
but I just wanted to let people know that time to install on most bikes aint that much different between the abba and the normal paddock stands... on most bikes
btw, how big is your rear tire?
my 750 srad has a 190 an no probs with the old style like yours
Euh, just was thinking about it... your tire is wider than your swingarm???
that'll come in handy for all those times i want to dust my tyres and the bike nearly drops on its right side :P
tritriplekylie After Mrs B you are the funniest phucker I know! :P
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Great stand but they don't make one for my bike, YamahaXJ6 rsm8
***** Really? maybe worth mailing them, ya never know!
Cheers
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I bet they do, the adapters are really simple there is bound to be a combination of the 2 pieces that fit your bike out of the 1000s they already list. Like Mr B says give em a call.
Triple Blue i have already e mailed them and they said that their stand does fit my bike.
***** Triple Blue Awesome news then! It's so versatile I thought they must cove such a well known bike :o)
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I want a abba sky lift :(
TheFriskyBiker Me too! They look the dogs! I hope santa is watching!
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Looks a lot easier to use than my paddock stand.
Must get one for my SV. but she wont pay for it.. Will have to wait and see what Santa brings me..
Rhin0Neil Hi Buddy, yeah it will be money well spent, love it!
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Looks like a good bit of kit. Not sure about the end bit. If this becomes a speed challenge for lifting your bike I'll use the XJ6 with its handy centre stand. For the Z there's no way I am racing. I see disaster ahead!
Don't do this with your Abba stand though...
m.ua-cam.com/video/WOeMdLuQpjc/v-deo.html
Jesus, man..put a pair of spools on the bike, then it takes ten seconds to lift it with a conventional stand, and it's rock-solid once it's up..
Doug Gyver As per 6:03 - I don't want spools on the Bike, so works for me :) If you don't mind spools/bobbins attached to your swing are then it's all good for a standard paddock stand :)
Cheers
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Mr & Mrs B's Brain Dump Didn't mean to come off sounding like a twat..I just love my Pitbulls!
FWIW, the ABBA stand DOES do the job nicely, and your video showcased it well..
But I'd sooner use a pair of logs to balance the bike on than one of those rubber-footed swingarm-scratcher paddock stands you demonstrated for comparison!
:-)
If you have a serious aversion to spools on your bike, just use a pair of properly sized bolts..only takes a second to thread 'em in..
Doug Gyver It's all good buddy :) I just don't want anything other than the Busa (Pipes Excluded) :)
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There not cheap but if I needed a stand that would be it.
banditnev Sometimes you really do get what you pay for Nev. Lifting the rear up has always been a right pain, not anymore! So worth it!
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so much more messing, gonna buy myself one!
THİS İS NOT TRUE
Sorry should have said they don't have one for my bike👎