First time using a lift...?

[unionjack]

Side stand, sometimes easier with a 1x4 under the sidestand, insert jack from the right side of the bike and place the rear lift pad under the folded center stand as near to the hinge as possible.

If you are going to remove the rear wheel be sure to place a car jack or axle stand under the front of the engine to prevent tipping, or a jack/crate under the rear wheel before dropping the front wheel.

Others have had success holding the bike by strapping the bike to the rafters instead.

Always be sure to use the safety lock on the jack in case the bottle jack gives out.