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K1600B Adding a Center Stand

majortom

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I added the Center Stand to my Bagger last weekend. It took me about four hours because I had parts but no instructions. It was the first major work I have done on the bike, so I took more parts off the bike than I had to. After getting everything back together, I think the work could be done in an hour and a half, maybe two. I added the center stand mainly because I plan to do as much maintenance on the bike as I can, the center stand will make that service work easier.
 
Bagger Centerstand

Vic,

The center stand is shorter than most I have used, but with a little practice, no harder to use than those on my past bikes (all Hondas, ST1300, Valkyrie, CB900 Custom) I don't live too far if you would like to get a look at it, Surprise Arizona!
 
There's nothing "easy" about pivoting 750 lbs. Adjusting your technique will help but it'll never be easy. For more particulars go the K1600forum.com, there's a thread just on the Bagger center stands.
 
Bagger Centerstand

Vic,

Something I tried today while installing a garage door opener. Make sure the suspension preload is set for two-up. This jacks the back of the bike up just enough to make a real difference.

Hope this helps,

Tom
 
center stand

ordered my K1600B with a factory center stand. Dealer warned me it was a bear to lift. This bit of information is great to know.:)
 
Thanks Tom

This was invaluable info to me. Spent hours trying to figure out why i couldnt get it on center stand. Thanks Tom!

Vic,

Something I tried today while installing a garage door opener. Make sure the suspension preload is set for two-up. This jacks the back of the bike up just enough to make a real difference.

Hope this helps,

Tom
 
Drive the rear tire up on a piece of 3/4" plywood helps too. You ight want a piece under the side stand too if the bike leans way over.
 
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