Stands for working on yer sprots bark

[Pwalo]

I've got a paddock stand for working on the SV. It's splendid for all those essential jobs, but really is a two person act.

Does anyone know of something similar which a short, lightweight fen weasal could use to elevate the rear of his sporty(ish) two wheeled velocopede, without external assistance?

[skelstar]

Hmmm...is it one where the swing arms just fit into a 'cradle' each side? That type shouldn't be a two-person really...although my grab-rail is fair useful in this exercise.

[Nutter34]

I've got a paddock stand for working on the SV. It's splendid for all those essential jobs, but really is a two person act.

Does anyone know of something similar which a short, lightweight fen weasal could use to elevate the rear of his sporty(ish) two wheeled velocopede, without external assistance?


ABBA stands from the UK... They 'plug' into the swingarm pivot holes. One man job and bike is stable as...

[Smokin]

I have a set of ABBA stands, Bloody fantastic things.
The main stand is a wee bit tricky to put on but once in place its no sweat lifting both wheels off the deck, And as Nutter34 said, Very stable.

[Pwalo]

Thanks guys. I've had a quick look at the Abba site, and the Superbike stand looks like the ideal solution.

Never thought I'd actually miss having a centre stand!

[imdying]

Paddock stand... have one for my SV... it's a one person job. Lift it up from the back... with a Swanman stand, she ain't going nowhere but up on the stand... getting it off, well that's a 2 second exercise... stop it (the stand) rolling with your foot, push it forward, off the stand, place bike on side stand. Done!

/edit: Hmmm, or did I get a Frosty stand? OAB, where the heck did these things come from again??? Regardless, recommended!! (CHEAP TOO!)

[eliot-ness]

#1 10th February 2007, 19:59
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Pit stands/paddock stands

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[Quote.] Designed and made by a KIWI based in the UK, these quality race stands have sold literally by the thousands in Britain and Europe.

This stand is essential equipment for both road racers and serious road riders. Road riders can service their chain or remove their rear wheel with ease.
This unique design folds flat when not in use, so it won't take up much space in your car, boot or garage.

The stand is adjustable for height and width so it can be setup for a range of different bikes... from an FJ1200 to an RG50.
The handle slides forwards through the stand, which prevents the bike rolling off when parked on the stand.This makes long term bike storage around younger kids a heck of a lot safer
The handle length is the longest I've seen, ensuring lifting the bike with ease.

This stand will suit any modern sports bike or race bike.
I can supply the stand with either the under swingarm cups pictured or with bobbin V fittings.
Modern Sport bikes have bobbin threads cast in the bottom of the swingarm for exactly this application
Give me a yeodle guys n gals--I can deliver nation wide
$100 each stand [Quote]

I have one of those supposedly two man stands. If you put a block of 4x2 under the side stand to get the bike almost upright it's easy to operat solo but Frosty's stands would be a much better idea and they're much cheaper

[Morcs]

Anyone know where i can get a stand for an nc30? ... single sided swingarm and all makes convention stands a bit useless

[Luckylegs]

In my garage (PM sent...)

[ninjac]

Does anyone use the front wheel holder/stand from Ventura. That looks like a good tool for holding it upright to put rear stand on. Also for keeping bike upright when loading in van/tray/trailer.

[short-circuit]

where have people purchased their Abba stands from?

[Tony.OK]

Does anyone use the front wheel holder/stand from Ventura. That looks like a good tool for holding it upright to put rear stand on. Also for keeping bike upright when loading in van/tray/trailer.

Yeah mate, have one in my van, makes life so easy. Roll into it and let go, only need minimal tie downs because its so secure.

[short-circuit]

Yeah mate, have one in my van, makes life so easy. Roll into it and let go, only need minimal tie downs because its so secure.

Where'd ya get it and what did you pay?

[Tony.OK]

Where'd ya get it and what did you pay?

Any bike shop should be able to get them, I think I paid about $170ish.
Theres a couple on TM at the moment, just make sure they are the right size for what you need, I think they come in 2 sizes, 1 to suit sportsbikes and 1 for offroad size wheels.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-accessories/Other/auction-176813435.htm

[Chrislost]

can get center stands for $255.
ones that go throught that hole above where the swing arm joins on...
:niceone:

[short-circuit]

Yeah it's the ABBA centre stand for sports bikes I'm interested in - allows you to remove rear wheel, shock, swing arm or whatever and it's a one man job. Looks real stable. I have a padock stand but I'm worried about damage to the swing arm when using it solo.

Just wondering if they have to be bought online from England and if so what the shipping fee is.

[Pwalo]

Yeah it's the ABBA centre stand for sports bikes I'm interested in - allows you to remove rear wheel, shock, swing arm or whatever and it's a one man job. Looks real stable. I have a padock stand but I'm worried about damage to the swing arm when using it solo.

Just wondering if they have to be bought online from England and if so what the shipping fee is.

Go to the ABBA web site, and you should find the NZ agent listed. From memory it was Chris Le Boullin (sic), and he was a good guy to deal with.

The superbike stand is a hefty piece of kit, and I wouldn't fancy bringing it in from England.

Once you've tried the stand a couple of times it's a doddle to get your bike ready for some work.

[McJim]

I bought a fairly inexpensive 'Bike Lift' stand from Motomail.

It's a one person job to lift and to drop. Dead easy. And it's red and it's made in Italy so suits me just fine :yes:

[bungbung]

+1 for Bike Lift, I have one of their headstock stands.
I've a micron rear stand which will work with bobbins or directly on your swingarm with rubber brackets.

[short-circuit]

Cheers for the info Pwalo - have emailed the the guy for prices. The bike lift might be worthwhile considering also. Thanks fellas

[slopster]

Why can't you use a normal stand solo. I've never had any troubles just holding the bike upright with one hand and putting the stand in place with the other

[icekiwi]

Paddock stand... have one for my SV... it's a one person job. Lift it up from the back... with a Swanman stand, she ain't going nowhere but up on the stand... getting it off, well that's a 2 second exercise... stop it (the stand) rolling with your foot, push it forward, off the stand, place bike on side stand. Done!

/edit: Hmmm, or did I get a Frosty stand? OAB, where the heck did these things come from again??? Regardless, recommended!! (CHEAP TOO!)

Hey I know where your comimg from dude,I got a rear paddock(re smooth concrete)stand and it can sometimes be a bastard getting the bike up,mainly cause i'm a short arse built like a chinese racing pidgeon.
Use a slope (and i'm not being racist either ...lol)

[short-circuit]

Why can't you use a normal stand solo. I've never had any troubles just holding the bike upright with one hand and putting the stand in place with the other

A combination of having a curved shape on the triple's swing arm, shitty bobbins and non-forgiving steel brackets on the paddock stand. Plus the Abba stand allows removal of rear wheel etc

[Salival]

I too recommend the BikeLift. You can find them on TradeMe (they're actually sold by Waikato Yamaha).

Here's one (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-accessories/Other/auction-177331873.htm)

Mine arrived yesterday, cost about $150 incl shipping and it works perfect. No bobbins required and I managed to get it up and down by myself. Highly recommended.

[AlBundy]

Go to the ABBA web site, and you should find the NZ agent listed. From memory it was Chris Le Boullin (sic), and he was a good guy to deal with.

The superbike stand is a hefty piece of kit, and I wouldn't fancy bringing it in from England.

Once you've tried the stand a couple of times it's a doddle to get your bike ready for some work.

I was dealing with Steve le Billon. Think he was Nelson based. Not sure if he still does the stands though. Got mine maybe four years ago... I did manage to track him down and get different inserts for another bike last year, so he may still have them.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Does anyone use the front wheel holder/stand from Ventura. That looks like a good tool for holding it upright to put rear stand on. Also for keeping bike upright when loading in van/tray/trailer.

I bought one a month ago and it is good. the only issue is that it can be a PIG to get the bike out of. the tyre kind of glued itself to the stand/paint. not good. also trying to pull the bike out had the thing skidding on the floor. That pissed me off too. I bought mine for use in a trailer so no drama there. it will be strapped in.