Kick Stand Extension for a 94 R 1100 RS

[weschmann]

Recently changed old 9 year old Michelin PR 3 tires on my 94 RS . Couldn’t find any Michelin 18 inch tires so went with the Metzler 888 in the 160/60 18 rear and 120/70/R17 in front. It seems these tires are taller somewhat as I have very little clearance from the ground when on center stand, where in the past the front would spin freely. No big deal I think, but find the additional quarter inch seems to really put the bike on a tilt when on the side stand. Any suggestions for a kickstand extension other than carrying a piece of wood to stick under it? Tires run great and no rubbing but I’m not completely flat footed anymore and don’t think I’ve shrunk another half inch in a couple days. .

 

[6322]

I had a different issue with the side stand on my ‘00 RS. I just wasn’t comfortable that it would support the bike on soft ground or when loaded, so I cut out a foot an welded it to the bottom of the stand. I then ground it to fit by cornering. All good now but you might consider adding a foot, for support as well as adding length to the stand. I’ve also seen folks cut the stand and add a sleeve, again welding it, to add a little length.

 

[Omega Man]

Quite a few side stand threads via the Tag Cloud. Here is one.

https://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?93284-1996-R1100GS-Side-Stand-Length

OM

 

[weschmann]

Quite a few side stand threads via the Tag Cloud. Here is one.

https://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?93284-1996-R1100GS-Side-Stand-Length

OM

Thanks for the direction. I don't have a welder but do have the ability to cut, tap and add bolt spacer. Excellent idea. I'll have to learn how to use the Tag Cloud on the forum as I have been using the search column but have poor results. Something new to learn.

 

[Mirider]

I added a hockey puck to the bottom of my sidestand on my 96 RT and love it. I’m not home so I don’t have a pic. I used a router to inset the foot into the top of the puck and used stainless screws to attach it. I also had to trim the outside edge so it would rest properly in the up position.

 

[weschmann]

I added a hockey puck to the bottom of my sidestand on my 96 RT and love it. I’m not home so I don’t have a pic. I used a router to inset the foot into the top of the puck and used stainless screws to attach it. I also had to trim the outside edge so it would rest properly in the up position.

. I'll try this first.

 

[20774]

Examples:

https://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthrea...s-WAAAAY-over!&p=156067&viewfull=1#post156067

Near bottom of this page:

http://www.kbikeparts.com/classickbikes.com/ckb/1.my.k.bikes/07_94k1100rs_old/k1100rs_mods.htm

This site had multiple "extensions" for various bikes...here's just one:

https://www.motorcycleparts-hornig....rade-Steel/Side-stand-foot-enlargement-2.html

 

[Omega Man]

Thanks for the direction. I don't have a welder but do have the ability to cut, tap and add bolt spacer. Excellent idea. I'll have to learn how to use the Tag Cloud on the forum as I have been using the search column but have poor results. Something new to learn.

Great pictorial on using the Tag Cloud here-

https://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?75890-Do-you-ever-use-the-quot-Tag-Cloud-quot

Really a helpful tool as it “automatically” starts to fill while you type and allows you to see the best options.

OM

 

[weschmann]

Great pictorial on using the Tag Cloud here-

https://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?75890-Do-you-ever-use-the-quot-Tag-Cloud-quot

Really a helpful tool as it “automatically” starts to fill while you type and allows you to see the best options.

OM

OMG Thanks. How I forgot this great option, I cannot say, but new found, lost knowledge relearned is a bonus to each bonus day of retirement