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Easy lift onto centerstand
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31 Aug 2009 04:39 #317801
by Patton
1973 Z1
KZ900 LTD
Easy lift onto centerstand was created by Patton
Rolling rear wheel up onto a wood block makes putting bike on centerstand a piece of cake, even for a ninety pound weakling. Almost fun! :laugh:
Once on the centerstand, it's easy to push the block out from underneath the tire.
The block pictured here is made from a short length of 2x12, and with a hi-tech tapered edge. Bike is a 1976 KZ900-B1 LTD.
Good Luck!
[Click on image to watch bike raise itself onto centerstand]
Once on the centerstand, it's easy to push the block out from underneath the tire.
The block pictured here is made from a short length of 2x12, and with a hi-tech tapered edge. Bike is a 1976 KZ900-B1 LTD.
Good Luck!
[Click on image to watch bike raise itself onto centerstand]
1973 Z1
KZ900 LTD
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22 Dec 2009 00:18 #340231
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Replied by Pistonbully on topic Easy lift onto centerstand
try this sometime..
Stand next to your bike as if you were going to mount it...
Now reach down with both hands turnin your palms up grab the frame on the same side of the bike that you are standing...(Just in front of the rear tire)
Now, Actuate your center stand to the ground. Just as it touches, Press down hard on the centerstands foot bar and simultaniously lift and roll your bike backwords.
i am 5-5 and 170 and I can center stand anybike using this techniqe.
I hope this helps a bit for those times when you don't have a block of wood handy.
ask me sometime how even a ten year old can pick up a downed harley. I got a great move for that one.
Stand next to your bike as if you were going to mount it...
Now reach down with both hands turnin your palms up grab the frame on the same side of the bike that you are standing...(Just in front of the rear tire)
Now, Actuate your center stand to the ground. Just as it touches, Press down hard on the centerstands foot bar and simultaniously lift and roll your bike backwords.
i am 5-5 and 170 and I can center stand anybike using this techniqe.
I hope this helps a bit for those times when you don't have a block of wood handy.
ask me sometime how even a ten year old can pick up a downed harley. I got a great move for that one.
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30 Dec 2009 08:50 #341188
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1995 KZ1000P Police Bike
Replied by pgboyd on topic Easy lift onto centerstand
Okay - I want to know. How can a 10 year old pick up a downed Harley?
Phil Boyd
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30 Dec 2009 11:08 - 30 Dec 2009 11:17 #341202
by Locozuna
KZ900LTD, KZ750LTD, KZ650, 72'Triumph Trident
"Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
The shade replied
"If you seek for Eldorado!"
Replied by Locozuna on topic Easy lift onto centerstand
Like this?
:ohmy: :blink:
No wait! That was how do you get Tiger Woods to pick up a Harley......sorry.... :pinch: :whistle:
:ohmy: :blink:
No wait! That was how do you get Tiger Woods to pick up a Harley......sorry.... :pinch: :whistle:
KZ900LTD, KZ750LTD, KZ650, 72'Triumph Trident
"Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
The shade replied
"If you seek for Eldorado!"
Last edit: 30 Dec 2009 11:17 by Locozuna. Reason: Lions, Tigers and Broads...oh my!!
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30 Dec 2009 12:15 #341211
by trianglelaguna
1976 KZ900
2003 ZX12R
2007 FZ1000
2004 ninja 250R for wife
Replied by trianglelaguna on topic Easy lift onto centerstand
centerstand....on this website....turbos-high rpm engines-dry blocked heads-spray paint-gold engines-bobber-chopper-rat bikes...yes.....centerstands whats that:huh:
that thing i threw away was a center stand:blush:
what was it for????:S
oh well...can i mount a 240 mm tire with it still there:dry:
that thing i threw away was a center stand:blush:
what was it for????:S
oh well...can i mount a 240 mm tire with it still there:dry:
1976 KZ900
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2007 FZ1000
2004 ninja 250R for wife
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30 Dec 2009 12:36 #341214
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Replied by YUKABODOS on topic Easy lift onto centerstand
Using the propper technique, it is a simple process to place any bike on the center stand.
Just as it is stated above, momentum is your friend.
Just as it is stated above, momentum is your friend.
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30 Dec 2009 15:17 #341239
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Replied by Link14 on topic Easy lift onto centerstand
Under normal circumstances I'd agree Yukabodos. I use that lifting technique all the time with my 82 kz750 without any problem.
The reason Patton's board setup is helpful is the particular bike that he's using it on. The kz900 Ltd did not originally come with a centerstand because of the exhaust configuration, but the frame supports were there. If the exhaust was replaced, a standard kz900 (or Z1, I'd guess) centerstand can be mounted.
The problem is that the centerstands were designed for 18 inch wheels and the 900 Ltd has a 16 inch rear. That plus the fact that I'm only 5' 8" tall means I pretty much bust a gut trying to get my 900 on the centerstand using the usual technique.
I currently have the bike blocked up rebuilding the front fork so it's not an issue now...but I've got my eyes out for a piece of 2 x 12
The reason Patton's board setup is helpful is the particular bike that he's using it on. The kz900 Ltd did not originally come with a centerstand because of the exhaust configuration, but the frame supports were there. If the exhaust was replaced, a standard kz900 (or Z1, I'd guess) centerstand can be mounted.
The problem is that the centerstands were designed for 18 inch wheels and the 900 Ltd has a 16 inch rear. That plus the fact that I'm only 5' 8" tall means I pretty much bust a gut trying to get my 900 on the centerstand using the usual technique.
I currently have the bike blocked up rebuilding the front fork so it's not an issue now...but I've got my eyes out for a piece of 2 x 12
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30 Dec 2009 18:49 #341290
by Old Man Rock
1976 KZ900-A4
MTC 1075cc.
Camshafts: Kawi GPZ-1100 .375 lift
Head: P&P via Larry Cavanaugh
ZX636 suspension
MIKUNI, RS-34'S...
Kerker 4-1, 1.5" comp baffle.
Dyna-S E.I.
Earls 10 row Oil Cooler
Acewell 2802 Series Speedo/Tach
Innovate LC1 Wideband 02 AFR meter
Phoenix, Az
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Holly crapola Patton...
WTF, you carry that 2x12 with ya when you ride? :blink:
WTF, you carry that 2x12 with ya when you ride? :blink:
1976 KZ900-A4
MTC 1075cc.
Camshafts: Kawi GPZ-1100 .375 lift
Head: P&P via Larry Cavanaugh
ZX636 suspension
MIKUNI, RS-34'S...
Kerker 4-1, 1.5" comp baffle.
Dyna-S E.I.
Earls 10 row Oil Cooler
Acewell 2802 Series Speedo/Tach
Innovate LC1 Wideband 02 AFR meter
Phoenix, Az
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30 Dec 2009 18:51 #341294
by Locozuna
KZ900LTD, KZ750LTD, KZ650, 72'Triumph Trident
"Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
The shade replied
"If you seek for Eldorado!"
Replied by Locozuna on topic Easy lift onto centerstand
I have a 76900LTD and I hang a standard center stand and have no problems. But don't pull back... pull up. It will naturally move back. Make sure to step down on the center stand arm too. I'm a little taller than you but I am pretty old too. Not quite in fighting shape. I certainly don't bust a gut. But pull straight up as you are stepping and it's really pretty easy even on a 900 LTD.
KZ900LTD, KZ750LTD, KZ650, 72'Triumph Trident
"Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
The shade replied
"If you seek for Eldorado!"
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30 Dec 2009 18:54 #341295
by trianglelaguna
1976 KZ900
2003 ZX12R
2007 FZ1000
2004 ninja 250R for wife
Replied by trianglelaguna on topic Easy lift onto centerstand
so lemme get this straight....you have a hard time center standing a motorcycle?????
are you sure your strong enough to ride:blush:
what if it gest outta control:P
are you sure your strong enough to ride:blush:
what if it gest outta control:P
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30 Dec 2009 20:08 #341299
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Glad I can provide some comic relief.
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31 Dec 2009 00:35 #341324
by switch
1981 KZ1000 M1 CSR
2004 Vulcan 1500 Classic (gone)
You do not have to believe everything you think!
Replied by switch on topic Easy lift onto centerstand
Link, Don't let the razzing get to you. It's all in good fun (well, MOST of it).
I use the blocks for the simple reason that my 4-1 aftermarket exhaust is in the way of my mc lift. I have fabbed a special cradle for the lift that lets me p/u the bike w/o removing the exhaust.
I need that extra lift from the blocks to get the cradle underneath.
BTW, 2x8 is what I use.
I use the blocks for the simple reason that my 4-1 aftermarket exhaust is in the way of my mc lift. I have fabbed a special cradle for the lift that lets me p/u the bike w/o removing the exhaust.
I need that extra lift from the blocks to get the cradle underneath.
BTW, 2x8 is what I use.
1981 KZ1000 M1 CSR
2004 Vulcan 1500 Classic (gone)
You do not have to believe everything you think!
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