Best Motorcycle Lift Jack Under 150 (2026): 5 Picks

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Specifications are manufacturer rated, as published on each listing and collected 20 October 2026. Capacity figures are as the listings state them.

How we scored them

Each jack is scored on performance, build, value, safety and warranty, with the weights published on our How We Pick page. The SHMQYSY scores on performance for 1500 lb and on warranty for the stated 2 years; the VIVOHOME scores on performance for its crank and accessories; the Black Widow scores on performance for 16.25 inches; the Extreme Max scores on warranty for 2 years; the CXRCY scores on value.

Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each product’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score.

Buying guide: the best motorcycle lift jack under 150

Capacity

The SHMQYSY states 1500 lb, the CXRCY states 1200 lb, the VIVOHOME and Black Widow state 1100 lb, and the Extreme Max states 1000 lb in its bullets and table against an 1100 lb title. Buy capacity above the bike’s wet weight; the SHMQYSY gives the most headroom here. The Extreme Max notes it will not lift trikes.

Lift range

The Black Widow states the widest range: 3.75 to 16.25 inches, with removable adapters adding 2 to 3.25 inches more. The VIVOHOME states 3.5 to 14.5 inches; the SHMQYSY states 3.9 to 14.6 inches; the CXRCY states 4.13 to 14.96 inches; the Extreme Max states up to 14 inches. For a low cruiser, the 3.5-inch minimum of the VIVOHOME slides under easiest; for a tall ADV bike, the Black Widow’s 16.25 inches reaches highest.

Operation

The Extreme Max operates with a 7/8 inch socket or wrench, with a warning not to use an impact wrench or powered drill. The VIVOHOME states a reinforced crank handle with adjustable screw adapters; the CXRCY adds a ratchet wrench that takes less effort than the crank; the Black Widow states a hex socket handle. For frequent use, the CXRCY’s ratchet is the easiest on the arms.

Platform and pads

The VIVOHOME states a 14.6 by 9 inch platform with a textured rubber pad; the SHMQYSY states a 0.48 inch thick top rubber pad with anti-slip bottom pads; the CXRCY states an 11.5 mm thickened rubber pad; the Black Widow states rubber-padded lift surfaces with welded feet and front bolts; the Extreme Max states durable rubber padding on the platform. Wider platforms with thick pads protect the frame and keep the bike steady.

Weight and portability

The VIVOHOME states 27.5 lb, the CXRCY 30 lb, the Black Widow 32 lb, the SHMQYSY 34.2 lb, and the Extreme Max 12.39 kg. The SHMQYSY states a built-in carrying handle; the VIVOHOME notes a compact scissor structure for storage. Heavier jacks lift more but move less; pick the weight you will actually carry to the track.

Warranties

The Extreme Max and SHMQYSY state 2-year warranties, the strongest terms here. The VIVOHOME states 12 months and the Black Widow states 1 year. The CXRCY states a professional after-sales service team without a concrete term. On a sub-150 jack, the stated term is the tiebreaker between equals.

Bearings: the stated upgrades

Two listings sell the bearing as the feature. The CXRCY states an unbreakable bearing upgrade, claiming the broken problem has been perfectly solved, plus an extra ratchet wrench that is easier than the crank handle. The SHMQYSY states an upgraded bearing that reduces friction for smooth lifting with less effort. The VIVOHOME states a reinforced crank handle with adjustable screw adapters for balance on uneven floors. The Extreme Max states hand operation with a 7/8 in socket or wrench, sold separately. If you have ever fought a binding scissor jack, the stated bearing upgrades are the detail to weigh.

Warnings the listings state

Read the warnings before you buy. The Extreme Max states two plainly: do not use an impact wrench or powered drill to operate the lift, and it will not lift trikes, stated twice in the listing. The SHMQYSY states anti-slip rubber pads on the bottom to protect the ground and add stability, and a 0.48 in thicker top rubber pad against scratches. The Black Widow states welded feet and front bolts for stability. Warnings are stated for a reason: a jack that tips with a bike on it is the most expensive tool in the garage.

Lift ranges and capacities side by side

Stated capacities are 1000 lb on the Extreme Max, 1100 lb on the VIVOHOME and the Black Widow, and 1200 lb on the CXRCY; the SHMQYSY states no capacity. Stated lift ranges: the Extreme Max up to 14 in, the VIVOHOME 3.5 to 14.5 in on a 14.6 in x 9 in platform, the Black Widow 3.75 to 16.25 in with removable adapters adding an extra 2 to 3.25 in, and the CXRCY 4.13 to 14.96 in. The Black Widow states the tallest reach at 16.25 in. Match the stated capacity to your bike with margin, and the stated range to the work height you need.

Garage Fit Check

Match the jack to the bike: capacity above wet weight, minimum height below the frame’s lowest point, maximum height above the working height. Set the jack on level ground, lift with a socket or crank, and never use an impact wrench on the screw. Chock the wheels and use the bike’s center stand as backup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use an impact wrench on a scissor jack?

The Extreme Max listing says no: do not use an impact wrench or powered drill to operate the lift. Use the stated socket, crank or ratchet wrench by hand.

What capacity do I need for my bike?

The listings here state 1000 to 1500 lb. Buy above the bike’s wet weight; the SHMQYSY states 1500 lb for the heaviest bikes here.

Do these work on ATVs?

The VIVOHOME states ATV, UTV, scooter and snowmobile use; the CXRCY states ATVs and UTVs; the SHMQYSY states heavy ATV use. The Extreme Max states it will not lift trikes.

Which of these states a warranty?

The Extreme Max and SHMQYSY state 2 years, the VIVOHOME states 12 months and the Black Widow states 1 year. The CXRCY states a service team without a concrete term.

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