I hadn't watch these before I posted.

Couple of things.
1.Make sure gas tank is NOT full. Closer to empty or 1/4 tank at most.
2. Put bike in gear before you lift. Keeps bike from rolling around during pickup. Kick stand down.

I have a table lift so I don't have to do this (unless I drop the bike) but I wouldn't have a problem changing a tire this way.
Rubber mat/ carpet under crash bars and no damage done. But I can understand not wanting to see your bike on it's side.
I have a local indy shop mount tires on the my wheels BUT I always R & R wheel/tire back on bike. I trust ME.