How to lift a motorcycle after a fall?

The most painful thing for a biker is not falling onto a motorcycle, but having to lift his two-wheeled car. Indeed, whether you are muscular or not, young or old, this is a situation that no one likes to live in, especially when you have a motorcycle with a relatively large weight. 

What are the risks of having to lift the motorcycle alone? How to get there without doing more damage? Fortunately, there are simple solutions to get out of this unpleasant situation. Find out by reading this article carefully.

First operations after a fall from a motorcycle 

When the bike falls unexpectedly, whether due to a spin, bad maneuver, or bad parking, you don't rush headfirst onto the bike to try to lift it. There are steps that need to be taken in an upward direction. But what are its provisions?

Turn off the engine 

Turning off the motorcycle engine is the first thing to do when it is on the ground in working order. It's actually a security measure. Sounds obvious, but between the annoyance and stress of falling off a motorcycle, we quickly forget to turn off the engine. This prevents the driver from damaging the engine, since the latter is not designed to operate in a horizontal position.

Physical training 

The measures to be taken are not limited to the motorcycle. It is very important to be well prepared for muscle activities that you are not used to. We can already start by getting rid of anxiety and stress. The motorcycle is already on the ground and there is no risk of falling or further deterioration.

First of all, you should make yourself comfortable, take a deep breath, take off your helmet, and take off your gloves in case they are slippery. Then calmly think about the situation. If there is any luggage on the motorcycle, it is advisable to remove it before forceful. 

You should also make sure that there are no stones, gravel or dead leaves under the motorcycle wheels and in the immediate vicinity. This prevents the rider from slipping when trying to straighten the motorcycle. 

What other precautions should I take before lifting the motorcycle?

Besides shutting down the motorcycle engine and getting fit, there are other important prerequisites. Basically, they are to keep the motorcycle stationary so that it does not roll while driving. These other precautions are: 

Immobilize a bicycle wheel

This operation is important and ideal would be to lock the rear wheel... If the motorcycle falls on its right side, make sure that the gear is engaged before starting the maneuver. However, if the motorcycle falls not only in neutral, but also on the left side, things will be a little more complicated. 

However, in this particular case, we can think of immobilize the front wheel... All you need to do is use a strap or lanyard to keep the parking brake in place for the entire lifting of the motorcycle.

Unfold the side stand

This operation is mainly performed when the motorcycle is dropped to the right side. Of course, we would not want him, as soon as he was lifted, to return to the ground, this time swinging from the other side. Thus, performing such an operation allows the rider to straighten up and then park their motorcycle in the process.

How to properly raise the motorcycle?

A biker standing face to face with his motorcycle on the ground has three options to lift it. He can use his knee, the handlebar lever, or the strength of his legs. But first, it's important to know two caveats:  

Do not ride your motorcycle on the ground.... This puts a lot of pressure on your back, which can subsequently lead to back pain and other lower back problems. Rather, you need to nudge him in order to pick him up.

Do not allow motorcycle tires to contact the ground. before attempting to lift the two-wheeled vehicle. This clumsiness makes it difficult to lift the motorcycle.

How to use your knee to lift the motorcycle?

This is the first way. It is effective in many types of terrain, especially sandy or sandy terrain. To lift the motorcycle with your knee, you must correctly place your hands facing the motorcycle.

Then you need to stand on the side where the motorcycle fell. Grasp the handlebars fully turned towards them with one hand, and grasp the edge of the saddle, frame, or something that won't budge with the other. 

Finally, make sure the tires hit the ground before you start pushing the bike with your hands, feet and knees.

How to use the handlebar lever to raise the motorcycle?

This method is recommended if you have a motorcycle with wide handlebars. Here, no matter which side the bike falls on, you must turn the handlebars in the opposite direction. 

You must then touch the ground with the two wheels before placing both hands under the handlebar. It is best to place them in a section, that is, one below the other.

How to use leg strength to straighten the motorcycle?

This method involves turning to face the motorcycle, gluing your buttocks to the seat, straightening your back, and bending your legs. Then, with one hand, grasp the steering wheel, pointing fully in the direction of the fall, and with the other grasp the frame. 

Once the tires are in contact with the ground, you only start pushing with your hips, taking small steps back. Keep your arms as low as possible so that they are extended. It doesn't matter if you don't get it right the first time. You just need to be patient and try again.

Thus, there are many ways to lift the motorcycle. Try the ones described in this article, and you can definitely lift your two-wheeled car.