There are two types of bike stands; Storage stands and Repair stands. The storage stands just like the name suggest are used to store the bikes when not in active use or when on transit to particular destination. They therefore have unique features to attain their main objective. The Repair Stands on the other hand is one of the tools necessary to perform basic bike repairs. They are specifically used during maintenance of the bikes. A bike repair stand can make bike repair much easier and is a central tool of a repair station.