Need to install a kick-stand switch

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Re: Need to install a kick-stand switch

30 Jul 2009 09:05
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No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationGroup buy for KZrider?

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Re: Need to install a kick-stand switch

30 Jul 2009 09:12 - 30 Jul 2009 09:14
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No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationYou could probably get this to work. I'd prefer to see a longer whicker, though.

With switches like this, you want the actual Microswitch brand. They are all generically called micro switches, but Micro Switch is a good brand made by Honeywell.

At least this reputable seller specifies that it is NOT Microswitch brand.

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Re: Need to install a kick-stand switch

30 Jul 2009 09:18
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Then there is a slew of non-contact proximity switches you could use. A magnetic reed switch could work if it's not glass... too fragile. There are other hall-effect switches too. But a magnet on the kickstand may start collecting metal debris.

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Re: Need to install a kick-stand switch

30 Jul 2009 10:02
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BMW had this figured out for years. No need for any electronics. Just have a heavy spring always forcing the kickstand up. Must be at least 40lb spring pressure always trying to release the kickstand. Worked fabulous on BMW.:P
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Re: Need to install a kick-stand switch

30 Jul 2009 11:54
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Does this mean besides the Lou Whicker Mod, we also have the Ron Aux Mod (aka RAM)? :laugh:
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Re: Need to install a kick-stand switch

30 Jul 2009 12:04
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If you use a BMW mod on a Kaw do you still have to wave at other riders? :huh: :pinch:
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"If you seek for Eldorado!"

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