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how to build a bike repair stand out of wood

by Daniela Pollich Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Choose the most suitable bike rack Screw two wooden pegs to the wall in a distance that fits the size of your bike frame. Get a shelf or a hook for hanging your bike vertically, like Delta Leonardo or Cycloc Endo. Go for a Delta Michelangelo Bike Stand that leans against the wall to hold up to two bikes.

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How to make a bicycle repair stand at home?

DIY Bicycle Repair Stand. 1 Step 1: Parts and Tools. The materials and tools necessary to build this repair stand are readily available, easy to work with, and best of all, ... 2 Step 2: Building the Base - Step 1. 3 Step 3: Building the Base - Step 2. 4 Step 4: Build the Base - Step 3. 5 Step 5: Up We Go! - Install the Vertical Pole. More items

Can you make a bike stand out of scrap wood?

One day he disappeared into the garage for a few minutes to ‘play bikes’, as my daughter calls it. He came in a little bit later and said that he can make a bike stand with scrap wood he has on hand. A free bike stand? That sounds great to me! I tagged along on the process to get photos to share with you here on the blog.

What do you do with your old bikes?

He tinkers with the bikes and then gives them away or donates them to the local bicycle sustainability cooperative, which he’s a member of. He spends a lot of time volunteering at that coop, but he never complains about bending and straining because they have several bicycle repair stands.

Is there a bike repair stand that looks like a gallows?

Wayback Machine to the rescue! This design is a freestanding wooden bike repair stand that ends up looking a bit like a miniature gallows. But don’t let that deter you.

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How do you make a homemade bike repair stand?

1:144:11How To Build Your Own Bike Work Stand in Just 30 Minutes - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWe're going to take our long pipe and screw the connecting elbow to one end so it looks a littleMoreWe're going to take our long pipe and screw the connecting elbow to one end so it looks a little something like this. Next we'll take the 12 inch pipe and screw it into the other end of the elbow.

How do you make a wooden bike stand?

0:177:09How to Build a Wood Bike Stand! - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAlright guys start out you're going to need a 2x4 that is roughly. Three or four feet long and you'MoreAlright guys start out you're going to need a 2x4 that is roughly. Three or four feet long and you're going to need a piece of two by six that's roughly.

What can I use as a bike repair stand?

9:2211:12How to use a bicycle repair stand and what features to look for - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI like to do it with the bike on the ground. And then just take an old toe strap or a velcro strapMoreI like to do it with the bike on the ground. And then just take an old toe strap or a velcro strap or something and tie the back wheel and tire assembly to the side of the repair.

How do you make a road bike stand?

0:597:50How To Build A Bike Stand | Easy DIY Road Bike Storage - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIt's actually going to work by holding each individual wheel in place so the bike doesn't fall overMoreIt's actually going to work by holding each individual wheel in place so the bike doesn't fall over so for this I'm gonna need six individual bits to help that rack start to work.

How do you make a wooden stand?

0:265:02DIY Tool Stand made from 2x4s | Evening Woodworker - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI first cut all of my two by fours to length with the miter. Saw. I then cut off the rounded cornersMoreI first cut all of my two by fours to length with the miter. Saw. I then cut off the rounded corners on all of them with a table saw this step isn't necessary.

How do you make a 2x4 bike rack?

0:498:19How to Build a Bike Rack Out of 2x4s For Your Garage - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipTake a level make sure your 2x4 is level drill a pilot hole. And a screw on your opposite. SideMoreTake a level make sure your 2x4 is level drill a pilot hole. And a screw on your opposite. Side against the other leg. Drive that in to have a second screw on each leg.

How do you make a bike stand?

0:003:39How To Make A Bike Repair Stand DIY - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIt's one quarter inch and it is screwed to the base. With nuts on the backside which your counterMoreIt's one quarter inch and it is screwed to the base. With nuts on the backside which your counter sunk into the wood. This is what the bolts look like on the bottom side for the hold the flame.

What makes a good bike stand?

Angle adjustment: the ability to change the angle of the clamp is crucial when doing more complex repairs such as bleeding hydraulic brakes. The ideal is a stand that's adjustable, easy to swivel and locks down rigid when wanted – it's a pain when you're trying to do something precise and the whole bike tilts away.

Is it worth getting a bike repair stand?

You don't absolutely need a bike repair stand to take care of the most basic maintenance—lubing your chain, swapping tires—but once you start adjusting your own derailleurs or messing around with cables, having a way to adjust your bike while its wheels are off the ground is crucial.

How do you build a vertical bike stand?

1:398:07How To Make A DIY Bike Rack | Hank Builds A Freestanding Bicycle RackYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipNow general rule to keep it nice and sturdy is having at least a third of the length of the uprightsMoreNow general rule to keep it nice and sturdy is having at least a third of the length of the uprights. With this this frame it's gonna need to be that little bit secure. So I've got my sorrel.

How do you build a vertical bike rack?

9:0217:38Vertical Bike Rack Build - Step by Step Guide with Measurements - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd i cut just a bunch of these into equal lengths tied a simple knot at the end. And then you canMoreAnd i cut just a bunch of these into equal lengths tied a simple knot at the end. And then you can hook it around the bar. Just like that you go over your wheel.

Why do road bikes not have kickstands?

So why do bikes not have kickstands? Kickstands aren't on road and mountain bikes because they add weight and increase the chances of your bike snagging something. Road cyclists want bikes to be light. Mountain bikers are worried that a kickstand will catch vegetation while riding down trails.

DIY Bike Repair Stand – The PVC Option

As usual, Instructables has some nicely designed bike repair stands. This one is a really sweet-looking bench-mounted repair stand, made of PVC.

The Alternate PVC Bike Repair Stand Option

Here’s the second design from Instructables. It’s a free-standing PVC bike repair stand. This is a pretty clever design that uses no clamp to hold the bike in place.

The Wooden Bench Mounted Repair Stand

This wooden bench-mounted repair stand looks like a straightforward build. You’ll need a workbench and some pipe clamps. This one uses a bit of plumbing polyurethane in place of the foam pipe insulation of the previous builds.

The Pipe Based Option

This fine-looking pipe-based bike repair stand uses simple and easily obtainable raw materials. The clamp looks a little overbuilt, though I bet you could use one of the PVC clamps from above without much ill effect.

The Wood Based Stand

This is a really simple design for another bench-mounted bike repair stand and might be just the thing if you’ve got a workbench. The site has nice plans for the build.

Freestanding Wooden Repair Stand

This next one is pretty interesting. I found a reference to it in various search engines, but the site was gone. Wayback Machine to the rescue!

DIY Bike Repair Stand Tutorial - Need a bike stand, but don't want to shell out some bucks for one? Learn how to make a bicycle repair stand out of wood scraps. This frugal project goes together quickly and will help you to make adjustments to your bike

DIY Bike Repair Stand Tutorial - Need a bike stand, but don't want to shell out some bucks for one? Learn how to make a bicycle repair stand out of wood scraps. This frugal project goes together quickly and will help you to make adjustments to your bike.

DIY Bike Repair Stand Tutorial - Need a bike stand, but don't want to shell out some bucks for one? Learn how to make a bicycle repair stand out of wood scraps. This frugal project goes together quickly and will help you to make adjustments to your bike

DIY Bike Repair Stand Tutorial - Need a bike stand, but don't want to shell out some bucks for one? Learn how to make a bicycle repair stand out of wood scraps. This frugal project goes together quickly and will help you to make adjustments to your bike.

DIY Bike Repair Stand Tutorial - Need a bike stand, but don't want to shell out some bucks for one? Learn how to make a bicycle repair stand out of wood scraps. This frugal project goes together quickly and will help you to make adjustments to your bike

DIY Bike Repair Stand Tutorial - Need a bike stand, but don't want to shell out some bucks for one? Learn how to make a bicycle repair stand out of wood scraps. This frugal project goes together quickly and will help you to make adjustments to your bike.

Step 1: Parts and Tools

The materials and tools necessary to build this repair stand are readily available, easy to work with, and best of all, pretty inexpensive.

Step 2: Building the Base - Step 1

We begin by grabbing the tee fitting and two (2) of the ten (10) inch lengths of pipe. Screw the lengths of pipe into each side of the tee so the pieces are in line either each other (as opposed to perpendicular to each other - relax, you have a 50 percent shot at getting this right...there's really only one way to do it).

Step 3: Building the Base - Step 2

That's it! There's your completed stand! Just kidding. That'd be lame. That would also mean each piece cost about ten dollars. A bit of a ripoff if you ask me. Grab the two (2) 18" lengths of pipe and two (2) 90 degree elbows. Thread and hand tighten an elbow onto the end of one of the lengths of pipe.

Step 4: Build the Base - Step 3

It's time to put the base components together. Obtain the piece from Build the Base - Step 1. Onto one end, thread one of the pieces you made in BtB - Step 2. Now you should have what looks like an "L". Do the same with the other piece from Step 2, but do it on the other end.

Step 5: Up We Go! - Install the Vertical Pole

What's that extra port on the tee, you ask? That's for the big 60" length of pipe. This guy is responsible for bringing your bike to eye level, provided you are somewhere between five and seven feet tall. But hey, if you're not, they make different lengths of pipe, so get the length that best suits your hight.

Step 6: Ummm...Add the Other Thing!

We will now add the arm that will hold the clamp that will hold the bike. You should have, in terms of pipes and pipe fittings, one (1) 10" length of pipe and one (1) 90 degree elbow. Thread the pipe into the elbow.

Step 7: Clamp the Clamp

Grab your two hose clamps and the spring clamp. Slide the two hose clamps onto the 10" piece up top and slap the spring clamp on the top "side" of the horizontal pipe. Don't let go. The clamp will fall. Gravity works. Slide the two hose clamps over the lower handle of the spring clamp and tighten said hose clamps with all your might.

Step 1: Materials and Tools

10' length of 1 1/2" EMT (electrical metallic tubing) - $12.45 from Home Depot electrical dept.

Step 2: Clamping Mechanism

The clamping mechanism consists of modified locking pliers welded to the 1" steel pipe section. Steel pipe was selected due to its stiffness.

Step 3: Rotating Clamp Mechanism Support

The support for the clamp mechanism allows the clamp to rotate 360 deg. The 1" steel clamp pipe fits loosely into the 1 1/4" EMT. I cut a 4" length of 1 1/4" EMT to hold the clamp pipe. I cut a slot down the length of the 4" long EMT with a cut-of blade in the angle grinder and then made the slot a little wider.

Step 4: Base Stand

The base stand is made of 1 1/2" EMT. I cut a length about 4' long for the base post. and drilled (5) 3/8" holes about 3" apart near the top of the post. The holes allow for height adjustment of the clamp support post. I then cut two other pieces about 30" long for legs. The two legs project to the front at about 45 degrees on each side.

Step 5: Ready for Paint

I ran into some issues during painting due to cold, humid weather, so am posting the almost finished pictures for now. As you can see in the photos, the repair stand works for holding the bike by the top tube as well as by the seat tube.

Step 6: Final

Painted the whole thing blue. After paint I added the 3M heavy-duty double sided tape to each side of the clamp angles and adhered the rubber pads. I cut the pads so that they slightly overhang each edge of the angles. You can see how the placement of the T-handle bolts and the addition of the 1" steel spacer help the handles from interfering with each other and the side of the clamp support. All done.

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