How do I know what size kickstand to buy?
Hold the bike on a hard surface so it leans slightly to the left. Measure from the center of the bottom bracket down to the floor. This measurement (in millimeters) is the shortest kickstand you should buy.
How do you measure a kickstand on a motorcycle?
Measure from the bottom of your frame at the stand straight (has to be straight) down and that will be your A. Make a mark on the ground and measure out to your kickstand for your B.
Are there different size kickstands?
Most kickstands seem to come in a size that is too long. The leg(s) need to be cut to a length that is appropriate for your bike.
Are bike kickstands universal?
Are bike kickstands universal? Not really. You should check if your bike has a mounting point, and if the stand fits the size and weight of your bicycle.
Why is there no kickstand on a road bike?
Kickstands add weight By all means, a kickstand doesn’t add very much weight to a bike. Very few cyclists will be willing to add something to their bike if it doesn’t help them improve something about their ride. So, with so few cyclists wanting kickstands, manufacturers couldn’t be bothered to include them.
Why do people not use kickstands?
Are kickstands dangerous?
kickstands can actually cause accidents. or if it is loose and deploys when you hit a bump at speed, same danger.. there are several ways to stand up a bike without a heavy and frame-damaging kick stand.. or the pedal-on-curbstone method.
How do you measure a kickstand for a bike?
The first step in selecting a kickstand is to find out what size kickstand you need. Step on the scale to weigh yourself. Record this measurement. Hold your bike along the top tube (the part of the frame that runs from the handlebars to the seat).
Which is the best kickstand for motocross riding?
Fastway kickstands are often called the “Granddaddy of all motocross kickstands”. They have no equal! Easy to install, superior strength, long lifespan and lightweight design are what make these the kickstands of choice for many Factory ISDE and Pro Enduro riders. Designed to stay up and out of the way no matter the riding conditions.
What makes a Fastway bike a good kickstand?
Easy to install, superior strength, long lifespan and lightweight design are what make these the kickstands of choice for many Factory ISDE and Pro Enduro riders. Designed to stay up and out of the way no matter the riding conditions. Bolt your new Fastway kickstand on and never worry about it again. And they look like art on your bike.
What to know when installing a kickstand on a bike?
The long and short of it is this: Use caution when installing a kickstand on any bike. Use the least amount of force necessary to keep it from moving around or coming loose. Watch what you’re doing while you’re tightening the bolt.
What can I use to keep my kickstand in place?
Some people use cloth bar tape or sections of old thin road tire or rubber tubing between the kickstand plates and the stays. This can help keep the kickstand from wiggling around, reducing the amount of torque necessary to keep it in place. But this isn’t a magic bullet.
Is there any adjustment on the kickstand for a road King?
Discussion in ‘ Touring Models ‘ started by bobbeidel, Oct 9, 2009 . Is there any adjustment on the kickstand for a Road King??? My bike seems to roll forward some after the stand is put down, even on level ground!!
Can you put a kickstand on a long haul truck?
Occasionally we hear from someone who has installed a kickstand on their Long Haul Trucker and crushed the chainstays. This is never a good conversation –for you or us—but almost no one thinks that installing a kickstand is worth asking about beforehand, so most people contact us only after they have just destroyed their frame.