Helpful Tip For Removing & Refitting Center Stand Springs

[JSP]

I wanted to lube the center stand pins as they were making a noise every time I put the bike on the center stand. Inspection prior to removal I could see that blue colored grease RE uses on and around the outside of the pins. When I removed the pins there was no grease on the shaft of the pins or in the bushings/sleeve. Simple fix greased and no more noise.

The Helpful Tip
To remove and reattach the springs remove the left and right bump stops along with the right side support bracket. This will allow the center stand to swing up higher creating a shorter distance between the spring mount points - Makes it easier to use a spring puller to fit the ears over the nibs. Also temporary tie the center stand up in the highest position when refitting - unless you have a helper to hold it or if you have 3 arms.

Not sure if someone has already posted this tip - I did a search and couldn't find a post - if someone already posted let me know and I'll delete my post.

 

[grymsr]

Good info. thanks

 

[JSP]

Good info. thanks

No worries.... the least I can do for all the great information I've gotten from the forum - I try to give back when I can.

 

[Taff007]

Anyone tried attaching end of spring to chain and using chain to pull into place? Has worked on many of my bikes over the years.

 

[Landisr]

In order to remove the spring, just put the bike up on the center stand to 'stretch' the spring. Then insert pennies or nickles between the coils. That will prevent the spring from 'relaxing' when you roll the bike off the center stand. The spring should then be quite easy to remove. Reverse the process to reinstall.

Ron in AZ

 

[JSP]

In order to remove the spring, just put the bike up on the center stand to 'stretch' the spring. Then insert pennies or nickles between the coils. That will prevent the spring from 'relaxing' when you roll the bike off the center stand. The spring should then be quite easy to remove. Reverse the process to reinstall.

Ron in AZ

Thanks Ron I like that idea I'll give it a go next time.
-Jimmy

 

[grymsr]

In order to remove the spring, just put the bike up on the center stand to 'stretch' the spring. Then insert pennies or nickles between the coils. That will prevent the spring from 'relaxing' when you roll the bike off the center stand. The spring should then be quite easy to remove. Reverse the process to reinstall.

Ron in AZ

don't use the newer "shield" pennies. they're copper clad plastic.

 

[Cpt.Sparkles]

I drill a hole in a deep 1/4" socket and use it as a windlass to wind a cable attached to the spring. (old bicycle derailleur cable)
You can secure the socket in a number of ways depending on the bike.
I ran the cable under the foot of the center stand once while it was parked in the grass. It worked.

 

[MikeM]

Moving the stops helps a lot. I have always used something like this, never had problem.

https://www.amazon.com/KiWAV-Motorcycle-Headlight-Adjuster-T-Handle/dp/B009YFEL0M/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3ELOPXBQVXO65&keywords=spring+tool+t+handle&qid=1668815879&sprefix=spring+tool+t+handle%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-6

 

[Landisr]

I drill a hole in a deep 1/4" socket and use it as a windlass to wind a cable attached to the spring. (old bicycle derailleur cable)
You can secure the socket in a number of ways depending on the bike.
I ran the cable under the foot of the center stand once while it was parked in the grass. It worked.

I have to ask: What is a windlass?

 

[puttbutt]

Moving the stops helps a lot. I have always used something like this, never had problem.

https://www.amazon.com/KiWAV-Motorcycle-Headlight-Adjuster-T-Handle/dp/B009YFEL0M/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3ELOPXBQVXO65&keywords=spring+tool+t+handle&qid=1668815879&sprefix=spring+tool+t+handle%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-6

Looks like something very similar to a spring puller when I use to replace the shoes on my drum brakes on my truck years ago.

 

[MikeM]

Looks like something very similar to a spring puller when I use to replace the shoes on my drum brakes on my truck years ago.

Thats pretty much what mine is but we are all out of drum brakes here at the compound. LOL