Side Stand - has anybody broken one over time?

developer · Jun 26, 2020

I'm using the sidestand/left footrest to climb onto the bike, as I can't get my leg over - some say they feel the sidestand isn't up to the job, while others say they do it all the time.

I'm presuming that when loaded up for tours etc, there's no other way of getting aboard.

So, has anyone ever had a sidestand/frame break on a GS/GSA over the longer term?

Big Si · Jun 26, 2020

developer said:
I'm using the sidestand/left footrest to climb onto the bike, as I can't get my leg over - some say they feel the sidestand isn't up to the job, while others say they do it all the time.

I'm presuming that when loaded up for tours etc, there's no other way of getting aboard.

So, has anyone ever had a sidestand/frame break on a GS/GSA over the longer term?

Probably better to clamber aboard when it's on the centrestand but saying that, if I was feeling particularly weak and the panniers were on the bike then I would occasionally get on with the sidestand down. I expect I'm heavier than most on this site and it didn't do mine any harm. :nenau

Santa-2512 · Jun 26, 2020

Not broken as such , but well away from normal

Two of them

My hexhead, the outer bearings were definatley worn, which corresponded to the up and down positions when the bike was on

the side stand. The foot however was flat,

However the bike was two far over when on the side stand to do the leg over mount

My LC, the stand is fairly upright, and i suspect was owned by a leg over mount person.

The foot has a distinct bend to it, so any stand extender wont fit.

It dosen't help on the LC with that stupid little hump on the rear seat, every time you swing your leg over you whack it lol

Nutty · Jun 26, 2020

Having a bad back, I used to go through periods of mounting as the OP, and never had any issues.

All depends how much you weigh.

theoneandonly · Jun 26, 2020

lower the bike.

JohnnyBoxer · Jun 26, 2020

Sidestands are for holding up the bike, NOT enabling the rider to mount the bike :blast

CPJS · Jun 26, 2020

I have never heard of one breaking.

BikerMan · Jun 26, 2020

I do it every time and have never had any issues - 14st 8lbs

peej1977 · Jun 26, 2020

I'll be doing this infrequently when touring, with the SW Motech panniers on I can just about get my leg over (6ft 2 and 36inch inseam) but with the extra bags strapped to the top I've got no chance. Can't even get my leg high enough to do a karate stance to get over it, especially not in full bike gear.

Delboy777 · Jun 26, 2020

I do it all the time, if i didnt, i wouldnt be able to get on the bike at all. Never had a problem.

Weird Bob · Jun 26, 2020

What about instead mounting from the peg on the right hand side?
I do this when parked up tight against a wall.
It helps pull the bike upright a bit is easier for me as I have more swinging room for my leg with the bike leant away rather than towards.

ThomasGN · Jun 27, 2020

I jump up from behind. Much as you would mount a horse. It is the best way. Just make a small run to gain speed and then use your arms to gain hight on the rear pannier. Remember to spread your legs though!

developer · Jun 27, 2020

ThomasGN said:
I jump up from behind. Much as you would mount a horse. It is the best way. Just make a small run to gain speed and then use your arms to gain hight on the rear pannier. Remember to spread your legs though!

Video or you're fibbing

zoltan · Jun 27, 2020

Old postings, these chaps are heavy duty 250 pounds plus

https://advrider.com/f/threads/strength-of-the-side-stand.200462/

Steviej4558 · Jun 27, 2020

JohnnyBoxer said:
Sidestands are for holding up the bike, NOT enabling the rider to mount the bike

I’m a short arse and also use the side stand for mounting my steed as instructed by BMW at Walters Arena!

If you ask any knowledgeable Dealer the use of the footrest to mount the bike in conjunction with the correct use of the handle bars is indeed correct! If fully loaded with a passenger, passenger mounts first followed by rider! Stand will take it!

The stand will easily take ur weight when mounting!

Good luck

RallyeGS · Jun 27, 2020

I am not a short arse but I get on my bike from the RHS. Stand on the right foot peg and climb on. Try it, you will be surprised how intuitive it feels.

stanley · Jun 28, 2020

Side stand up, bike upright, bars turned right, head up and looking forward (same direction as bike is facing), bend right knee, flex slightly forward at hips as you move leg over bike.
Easy, you don't kick shit out of your bike, and it looks professional. Leave the side stand down whilst learning the technique for extra confidence.

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CPJS · Jun 28, 2020

stanley said:
Side stand up, bike upright, bars turned right, head up and looking forward (same direction as bike is facing), bend right knee, flex slightly forward at hips as you move leg over bike.
Easy, you don't kick shit out of your bike, and it looks professional. Leave the side stand down whilst learning the technique for extra confidence.

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I take it you are not 5'6" then.

Engineer · Jun 28, 2020

I just turn the bars to the right and ‘hurdle’ on - the thought of standing on the peg when the bike is fully loaded just feels soooooo wrong to me.

Santa-2512 · Jun 28, 2020

CPJS said:
I take it you are not 5'6" then.

I put the side stand down, turn the bars to the right, and swing my leg over ( bloody rear seat lip not witstanding grr)

as i come over i can just lift the bike off the side stand.

i'm 5' 5"

Satanly is just trying to take the piss ignore him

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