I've seen talk on the DR650 yahoo group of cutting a section out of the long stand, welding in a section of threaded rod, putting a nut on it and tapping the other part of the stand. Adjustable side stand if you ever decide to put the height back up. There are pics of this on the web somewhere.

Originally Posted by
NordieBoy
Swap ya my factory short side stand for your long one.
What the??? - I already offered you the swap. Nah I'm over it - hacksaw and welder treatment coming up in the next wee while. 
Cheers R
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