[yammyboy]

Im going to cut my kick stand in half and weld a one inch section and make it longer so my Stryker wont lean over so far and I can fill my tank up even more. Any one else do this?

 

[Adrenaline Revolution]

I just lowered mine 2" and now the kick stand is perfect.:nod:
I wonder if there is another Star stand (shiny) that would be the better fit for you??? Raider? or....

 

[.3604]

I just fill mine up while holding the bike upright. I have really long arms and legs so it isnt really hard for me.

 

[bekohlko]

I just fill mine up while holding the bike upright. I have really long arms and legs so it isnt really hard for me.

That's what I do too. I just leave the bike in first gear so I don't have to worry about it rolling on me.

 

[Strykeback]

Is it me or does this kickstand seem short and this bike leans way over.

 

[11Stryker]

If you ever lower your bike and keep the stock tire- The kickstand will be perfect. Other than that- yes too low.

 

[mikoloe]

Mine is just right all the time. I put min up and down with my hand. :tsk:

 

[Duff]

Can't say that any of this is worth getting that little extra into the tank. Just my opinion.

 

[jhuckle]

I would just weld something to the bottom of the kickstand. It would be a lot less work than cutting, welding in section, sanding & grinding smooth to look nice. Just a thought.

 

[1304cc]

Or save the trouble and just carry a small wooden block in your saddlebags.

 

[Strykeback]

Can't say that any of this is worth getting that little extra into the tank. Just my opinion.

+1. Cutting a solid piece in half seems like it creates a point of failure or stress point. I am not a welder but I like the idea of welding to the bottom of the foot instead if I was going to go through the effort.


Sent from Motorcycle.com Free App

 

[mikoloe]

Maybe you need a heavier weight on the the right side handle bar as well.

 

[SmokenJoe]

http://www.rivcoproducts.com/products/product.php?productid=298&cat=0&page=1

I'll go to Rivco today and see if they will fit our kickstand..............:thumb:

 

[SmokenJoe]

Stopped in at Rivco and they didn't have any out of the package but was able to try to slip them on.
Looks like the vtx lift would give the most height but it sure is ugly:nod: The others appear to fit also but not as high.

 

[BillyD66]

Can't say that any of this is worth getting that little extra into the tank. Just my opinion.

+1 and even for filling it upright to get maybe 1/4 more gallon of gas. That's like 10 miles which unless you are in the middle of nowhere just doesn't seem worth the trouble. I can get 140+ out of a tank which is plenty far to ride between stops for me.

 

[klarowe]

I typically don't even get off the bike when I fill up. I just pull up to the pump, put it in 1st so it can't roll, get my wallet and keys out, pump the gas, and then drive away. Just make sure to touch your bare hand to a piece of metal to discharge any possible static... which is done if you open the tank after you take your gloves off...

 

[yammyboy]

I would just weld something to the bottom of the kickstand. It would be a lot less work than cutting, welding in section, sanding & grinding smooth to look nice. Just a thought.

Good idea. Thanks.

 

[Adrenaline Revolution]

Fabricate a Gene Simmons "Kiss Boot" and weld it to the bottom!

 

[Aelway7]

Fabricate a Gene Simmons "Kiss Boot" and weld it to the bottom!

OMG yes 10 times yes. Must be done