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So.... someone before me thought it would be a good idea to cut off the side stand on my newly acquired 81 gs550. Do you have any idea what aftermarket stands would fit?
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What is being used now, the center stand? Can you post a pic, I can't understand why someone would cut it off when it can easily be removed by removing a single bolt and nut. Dime City Cycles offers weld on custom side stands for one inch tubing.http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vinta...universal-diy-kick-stand-chrome-104-0013.html
We had on mounted on a Sportster 1200 at work that had a broken kick stand. It's clean has an internal spring and ball bearing lock system. it works, but I would have tried to use a bigger bearing to keep it in the up position.
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Yes, they cut the mounting point off the frame!?! I'll get a picture.
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That's a first for me. To use an aftermarket stand you'll have to finish the job and clean up and area to mount the new one. If you would prefer to use a stock stand, you may want to find someone that is parting out a 550 with out a title and have them cut the frame where the stand is then carefully cutaway the welds and install it on your frame. The stand I posted may not have proper clearance with duel sock exhaust as the are designed for customized bike, such as cafe, bobbers and choppers, that usually run the exhaust down the opposite side.
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Chuck Fryer
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I'll start looking for an old one for sale then.
