| A motorcycle frame jig is the best way to keep | | | | structures are homemade, and can vary greatly. The |
| components in place when fabricating a bike frame. | | | | basic rule is to make the base very sturdy and to |
| Typically mounted on wheels it lets the fabricator turn | | | | have plenty of mechanisms for holding the framing |
| the frame while working. This is advantageous when | | | | tubes upright while you work. Using actual frame |
| you are pulling a long hose connected to a welding | | | | components as part of the jig fixtures can be |
| tank. Although it will not keep the frame "straight and | | | | extremely useful. |
| true", it will keep the various tubes in place for welding. | | | | Whether you purchase a ready-made apparatus from |
| The welding process itself can distort the tubes as | | | | a dealer or you decide to build your own, it is much |
| they are heated. The use of this device will allow the | | | | easier to fabricate using a motorcycle frame jig. |
| custom designer to work alone. This apparatus also | | | | Another great plus is that some of these devices |
| lets you put the frame off to a corner when you are | | | | have built-in engine stands. Almost all of the |
| not actively working on it. | | | | commercial models will hold the completed frame for |
| Almost all commercial motorcycle frame jigs have | | | | inserting the engine with a hoist. This can also be |
| solid steel bases, making them extremely sturdy. While | | | | convenient when debating how to clean fuel injectors |
| each one has a pinion to hold the frame neck, some | | | | without bending over backward. There are multitudes |
| will also incorporate devices to support the swing arm. | | | | of jig designs in use in homes, garages and custom |
| Typically, depending on the manufacturer, holes exist in | | | | workshops. Find one or make one that will work well |
| the holding device that will align to holes in the tubes for | | | | for the frame you are fabricating. |
| other mounting purposes. Some of these supportive | | | | |