Can I use any side stand?

[Anonymous]

Yet another post about my 85 gs500e! The kickstand is bent and actually interferes with shifting. The arch of my foot hits the end of it when shifting and I really can't get the entire toe of my boot under the lever, just the big toe. Do I need to look for a stand specific to my model, or are there other solutions?
Thanks!

[lhanscom]

You need to find one the right length, probably the other measurements are somewhat standard. I have kickstand off a 80 550 that might be right for you, measure yours and let me know.

[Anonymous]

I guess I typo'd. It's a gs550e, not a gs500e as I first mentioned. I'll measure it and will let you know. Thanks again!

[Anonymous]

cant you get someone to put a torch on it and straighten it out. Or do you know someone with a very large vise.??????

[Anonymous]

cant you get someone to put a torch on it and straighten it out. Or do you know someone with a very large vise.??????

That's a good tip! 8)
I did that with a brake pedal once. Worked great!

[KennyJ]

If you need a picture of one folded up (positioning) I could help you (I have a 1985 550E). Memory says the base folds up about 1 inch in front of the peg and just slightly lower. If you had big feet, I think it could easily get in the way. If there is not enough toe rome, take off the shifter and reposition it one spline up.

Kenny

[Anonymous]

If you have that picture I'd be interested in seeing it.

[KennyJ]

Will take one tonight, and post it tomorrow.

Kenny