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    Sidestand cowers in fear

    Today I, Dave, Lord of Lard, stepped on the little lift peg on my 450's sidestand and broke it. Now when the stand is up I can't lower it without reaching my hand under the bike. I can use the center stand for now, but obviously it'd be nice to have the sidestand available.

    What range of models does that particular stand fit? I found a GS650E stand on eBay, and the picture looks like it's the right stand.

    Dave

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    Re: Sidestand cowers in fear

    Why not just have it welded back? If you have a friend with a welder, it
    probably will only take a few minutes.

    Earl


    quote="Hinermad"]Today I, Dave, Lord of Lard, stepped on the little lift peg on my 450's sidestand and broke it. Now when the stand is up I can't lower it without reaching my hand under the bike. I can use the center stand for now, but obviously it'd be nice to have the sidestand available.

    What range of models does that particular stand fit? I found a GS650E stand on eBay, and the picture looks like it's the right stand.

    Dave[/quote]
    Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

    I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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      Right now nearby friends are in short supply, and those that remain don't have welders. (Nor do I, for that matter.)

      As a temporary measure I've considered clamping an L-shaped rod to the stand with stainless hose clamps.

      Maybe it's time to find a local welding shop.

      Dave

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        Originally posted by Hinermad
        Right now nearby friends are in short supply, and those that remain don't have welders. (Nor do I, for that matter.)....

        Maybe it's time to find a local welding shop.
        Yep, and if you catch them at the right time, the price might be cheap, too. Sounds like you've moved to a new location. This might be a great chance to get to know your locals!

        SV

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