Author Topic: Ramping it up! (Read 8037 times)

philshaq · « **Reply #25 on:** 04 August 2012, 07:32:44 pm »

Cheers guys, I've been having a think about your different suggestions - was tempted to go and ride it up the steps without a ramp but then I realised I didn't want to kill myself!!

I think im going to go for the 2.5meter ramp, with two lengths of wood the same length to put my feet down on either side so I can walk it up the ramp.

I think i'd have toyed with the idea of moving the steps if we were staying but you're right Bitfik its too costly...

Plus there is the advantage of it being up some steps without an easy way down if I use a removable ramp so no-one can swipe it if they fancy cutting through the lock/ground anchor and disc lock that will be on it. Plus the chain around the gate at the bottom.

If I manage it and can do it half decently I'll post a video!

What's the worst that can happen...

chris.biker · « **Reply #26 on:** 04 August 2012, 08:18:54 pm »

I notice with the 20 idiots they all seemed to be Americans or German trying to be an American. It brings to mind the phrase ''learning to walk before you run, so first learn to hold a bike up right , then progress to taking a bike into a corner going around it and then out of a simple corner and maybe then progressing to going up a ramp.

manuel32 · « **Reply #27 on:** 04 August 2012, 09:32:15 pm »

Make very sure the ramp is fixed top or bottom as the bike will eject it out the back.

philshaq · « **Reply #28 on:** 04 August 2012, 09:57:23 pm »

good point Manuel! I've planned on fixing it at the bottom by securing a piece of wood into the ground for it to but up against when in place. I was also thinking of some retaining straps at the half way point.

So whats the betting on me managing it, or does everyone think I'm going to end up trapped under the bike on the steps until I die of starvation or blood loss?!! now that will be something to watch on youtube...

Bitfik · « **Reply #29 on:** 04 August 2012, 10:33:18 pm »

Hope it all goes well m8. Please tell us!

dickturpin · « **Reply #30 on:** 04 August 2012, 11:22:45 pm »

Did you not like the winch idea? Maybe someone local could let you try before you buy?

rustyrider · « **Reply #31 on:** 04 August 2012, 11:27:31 pm »

Make sure the ramp has a decent non-slip surface, otherwise even with the slightest damp the bike will go sideways.

philshaq · « **Reply #32 on:** 05 August 2012, 09:10:33 am »

My second idea is to buy a crane dickturpin... that should sort it out!

None slip is a must, I'll either make sure it's got it on or put it on after with glue and sharp sand.

Cheers guys, I'll let you all know.

Phil

red98 · « **Reply #33 on:** 05 August 2012, 09:29:30 am »

i would make a concrete ramp from top step to gate,sit astride the bike with feet on the floor and ease up using throttle and clutch.....if your using the bike every day i would also remove the hand rail.........good luck

manuel32 · « **Reply #34 on:** 07 August 2012, 05:34:26 pm »

My bike got picked up yesterday by the seller, dealers, a slight misfire at low speed,just turn the throttle a bit it splutters and then goes well,,haha too well,,anyway the had a marvelous set of steel galvanised ramps to get the bikes in the transit van.

Then on the site i am working at they have steel scaffold planks with grip cutouts,raised holes for grip,,a couple of them in a line would be perfect,better than wood,,perhaps

red98 · « **Reply #35 on:** 07 August 2012, 07:26:04 pm »

Quote from: manuel32 on 07 August 2012, 05:34:26 pm

My bike got picked up yesterday by the seller, dealers, a slight misfire at low speed,just turn the throttle a bit it splutters and then goes well,,haha too well,,anyway the had a marvelous set of steel galvanised ramps to get the bikes in the transit van.

Then on the site i am working at they have steel scaffold planks with grip cutouts,raised holes for grip,,a couple of them in a line would be perfect,better than wood,,perhaps

yes....much better than wood....wood outside is never going to last

JZS 600 · « **Reply #36 on:** 08 August 2012, 09:36:51 am »

Why not build up slowly with a couple of ramps and some oil drums, get your confidence up over some obstacles before attempting the steps

Kickstart here we come!

DanielT · « **Reply #37 on:** 08 August 2012, 10:32:43 am »

Like this you mean?

GringoRojo · « **Reply #38 on:** 08 August 2012, 04:07:48 pm »

"wood outside is never going to last "

trees seem to manage fine.

philshaq · « **Reply #39 on:** 08 August 2012, 05:28:00 pm »

Trees do seem to do fine, but I wouldn't want to ride a bike up one...

THanks for the suggestions as always, I may try going for smaller heights to start with... Its only 28inch high though so not too bad!

I've bought a 7.5foot 18inch wide ramp, that should sort it out, just need two pieces of wood the same length to put down for my feet as I'm going to take it up nice and slow with my feet down on the planks on either side... then I've just go to get it back down!!!hahahaha...

JZS 600 · « **Reply #40 on:** 08 August 2012, 05:36:50 pm »

Back downs the trickey bit....

glynblue2 · « **Reply #41 on:** 09 August 2012, 01:54:26 pm »

Get some wood made up or make yourself ,triangular to fill the space of the steps thus making a slope,you can make them stay in place by affixing battens each side then just simply lift off after use.

philshaq · « **Reply #42 on:** 09 August 2012, 07:26:17 pm »

Well. I passed my test today. (Wooooooooooo)!!!

Picked up the beast from my dads, he followed me through on his blade and helped me practice. Here is the photographic evidence that it worked, nill broken bones, no more scratches, and only a mildly annoyed wife!

I think that's a successful day all around!!

Now I've got to do it in the wet...

richfzs · « **Reply #43 on:** 09 August 2012, 08:10:11 pm »

Why is hte wife annoyed?
1) The bike at all?
2) The bike in hte garden?
3) the ramps?
4) Its just how she is?

philshaq · « **Reply #44 on:** 09 August 2012, 08:39:43 pm »

Option 2!

"where's my garden gone?!!" Its not for long, we will be moving out soon...

She's now looking at eternity rings, as I've got a treat for me! Can't argue really. She's pretty cool!

Lazarus · « **Reply #45 on:** 10 August 2012, 03:27:23 pm »

well done m8

remember- they arent called ETERNITY rings for nothing

Bitfik · « **Reply #46 on:** 10 August 2012, 05:06:16 pm »

Firstly, congrats on passing your test! I wish you many happy and safe years riding!

Also well done on the ramp thing, have you tried taking it down yet? Shouldn't be a problem I think.

Finally well done on keeping her indoors happy! No mean feat in itself!

philshaq · « **Reply #47 on:** 10 August 2012, 06:58:17 pm »

Cheers guys.

I ended up out on it for about 3 hours today, so much fun!

Can't believe how rapid it is, it's definitely braver than I am, and probably will be for some time!

Bitfik; thanks, I've had it down and up a few times, practiced a few times with my dad there incase I over balanced. I'll get a video up soon,speed is key (just like everything else, although the missus would disagree...!)

Phil

manuel32 · « **Reply #48 on:** 11 August 2012, 06:59:44 am »

Why sideways

is this correct!whats going on

philshaq · « **Reply #49 on:** 11 August 2012, 07:47:55 am »

Cheers Manuel. I'm posting from a smart phone, not sure why they are rotating when I upload...