Since I have issues putting the bike up on the center stand to begin with, using the dolly is problematic for me. I ride the bike slowly onto 2 pcs of 2x6 putting another 2x6 under the side stand. This gives me room to scoot the dolly underneath and better leverage to pull it up on the center stand. REMEMBER to lock the dolly wheels FIRST! This extra step is worth it in my opinion. Being able to move the bike around like you see in the advertisement videos is such a convenience! Getting off the dolly is easy just like getting off the center stand. I go slowly and haven't hit the dolly yet.