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Best way to modify a kickstand

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by JPaganel, May 20, 2015.

  1. JPaganel

    JPaganel Well-Known Member

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    I put slightly shorter shocks (1" under stock) on my 550 Seca to make it more comfortable for my wife. The bike now sits a bit more upright on the stand than I'd like it to, and I worry that an uneven parking surface might let it tip over.

    So, is it best to cut and weld, or to just heat up and bend the kickstand? I have a spare one, so I can experiment.
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Either works. If you bend you will want to make an S bend so the pad sits level. If you weld make sure to bevel the ends of the cuts and use enough amperage to get good penetration, or use a length of tubing as a sleeve and plug weld it.
     
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    I put mine in a 20 ton shop press and bent it.
     
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