Madhatter
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like long haul Paul says , nothing to pull on just step up and it should lever up.
Is there a trick to get bike on center stand?
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whisperquiet
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I’ve owned five different S10s with my current ‘21 being the only ES bike. The rear spring on the ES was so soft that the rear sagged which made it a lot harder to place on the center stand……believe me when I say I know how to put a bike on a center stand after 52 riding years. The links increase the rear height which also helps quicken the steering. It was a win-win with quicker steering and much easier up on the center stand.
Paul466
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That’s a good point, after getting a aftermarket shock with heavier spring rate, it did get easier to do it, would suggest to match the fork springs so the bike doesn’t get the “stinkbug” stance, they don’t give much room to raise forks in triple clamps on this one to compensate.2010 Onwards Yamaha XTZ 1200 Super Tenere Jack Up Kit, 20mm 0.8 in
Rear suspension jack up kit for Yamaha XTZ 1200 Super Tenere by Lust Racing. Installing a jack up kit will make the handling sportier with quicker steering response. The increased ride height will allow larger lean angles. Excellent modification for taller riders and track-day use. Raises the...
I’ve owned five different S10s with my current ‘21 being the only ES bike. The rear spring on the ES was so soft that the rear sagged which made it a lot harder to place on the center stand……believe me when I say I know how to put a bike on a center stand after 52 riding years. The links increase the rear height which also helps quicken the steering. It was a win-win with quicker steering and much easier up on the center stand.
whisperquiet
Well-Known Member
I lowered the front of the bike about 1/2” by raising the fork stanchions in the triple trees as I prefer a quicker steering bike. It is still super stable with no head shake.
Alphalfa
Member
The trick is to use the heal of your right foot on the center stand and grab the passenger hand bar and the crash bar, push with all your weight on the center stand and it will roll right up. I’m 5’8 170lbs and roll it up with ease, never a struggle or feels like I’m about to lose her.
So, bars turned hard right?
Alphalfa
Member
I leave them straight So the bike stays straight.
Oops, I read that as handlebar. You're talking passenger grab bar. Got it.
I park mine on a wheel dolly so I have and extra 1/2" to raise. If you have an ES you can set it to 2 passenger + bags to raise it higher. +1 on a board under the rear tire. Special Hint: Make sure the center stand pivot points are well lubricated!
Wymbly1971
Active Member
A very good point. I tried with Crocs once and it was way more difficult.
lund
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I think the OP should take a motorcycle training class, putting any bike on its center stand is as basic as it gets and is also covered in a basic entry level class.
No one is doing this dude a favor if he doesnt know a basic thing like putting up the center stand, riding a motorcycle is not a joke if you have no clue what your doing. Thats my thought on this.
As a second thought, he couldn't get the S10 off the ground without help, another red flag. Maybe a smaller bike is in order to learn the basics before someone get seriously injured.
No one is doing this dude a favor if he doesnt know a basic thing like putting up the center stand, riding a motorcycle is not a joke if you have no clue what your doing. Thats my thought on this.
As a second thought, he couldn't get the S10 off the ground without help, another red flag. Maybe a smaller bike is in order to learn the basics before someone get seriously injured.
pvwheeler
Member
One thing i will say though, ive had a lot of bikes and this one is close to the worst I have had to put on the centrestand. my wifes lowered cb500x (without shortening the stand) is the only one worse.
My old weestrom on the other hand I can do barefoot lol. Btw I'm not small ...6'3" and 250 lbs...
1) He's coming from a Triumph that had a center stand. I assume that he used it. I assume that he tried the same technique. The Tenere may be just that much different.
2) He traded said Triumph due to service costs. It indicates to me that he rides somewhat frequently.
3) If it has been a while since he's been riding, a refresher course would be helpful.
4) There's more than a few on this forum that need help picking the big girl up when she's flat.
2) He traded said Triumph due to service costs. It indicates to me that he rides somewhat frequently.
3) If it has been a while since he's been riding, a refresher course would be helpful.
4) There's more than a few on this forum that need help picking the big girl up when she's flat.
sky4
Active Member
oof shit man. you're braver than me.
my center stand procedure starts with the bike on the side stand and me standing on the ground to the left of the bike. leave that side stand down so when you take the bike off the center it's ready for you.
Wymbly1971
Active Member
Leaving the side stand down...
I don't know how many times I've done that, but I DO remember the LAST time...
lund
Well-Known Member
Not that I'm a motorcycle instructor cause I'm not but there are several basic factors involve in putting the center stand down. If you do that it requires no effort, even my wife can put the S10 on its center stand.
You need to be facing the bike on its left side, no right side or on the bike LOL.
"FACING the bike is #1 key. left hand holding left hand bar, right hand grab a hold of pannier handle or pannier support bar or support for racking.
With right foot push center stand till it contact the ground.
Key #2 the center stand feet MUST contact the ground TOGETHER. I have seen plenty of dudes fighting with center stands and the simple reason ONLY one foot of the center stand was contacting the ground. It is very difficult to put the center stand down if only one foot of the stand contacts.
Next in one motion stand on the center stand pedal and lift with the right arm and it will pop up with ease. Always face the bike, never stand sideways.
I've put the center strand down even with loaded panniers, the only time I cannot by my self is with a full gear loaded, BUT with my wife giving a slight pull up at the rear, loaded, no problem.
I have taken multiple riding courses, its worth the money and effort and I alway learn something new.
BTW, if both feet of center stand are in contact the bike will NOT fall over, just simply step up on the pedal and lift with right hand in one motion.
You need to be facing the bike on its left side, no right side or on the bike LOL.
"FACING the bike is #1 key. left hand holding left hand bar, right hand grab a hold of pannier handle or pannier support bar or support for racking.
With right foot push center stand till it contact the ground.
Key #2 the center stand feet MUST contact the ground TOGETHER. I have seen plenty of dudes fighting with center stands and the simple reason ONLY one foot of the center stand was contacting the ground. It is very difficult to put the center stand down if only one foot of the stand contacts.
Next in one motion stand on the center stand pedal and lift with the right arm and it will pop up with ease. Always face the bike, never stand sideways.
I've put the center strand down even with loaded panniers, the only time I cannot by my self is with a full gear loaded, BUT with my wife giving a slight pull up at the rear, loaded, no problem.
I have taken multiple riding courses, its worth the money and effort and I alway learn something new.
BTW, if both feet of center stand are in contact the bike will NOT fall over, just simply step up on the pedal and lift with right hand in one motion.
South
New Member
This is the way. I struggled at first with the ST too coming from a way lighter bike, but now it's totally fine. The big thing is having the 2 feet of the stand on the ground and if your weight is not enough pull the handle bar while applying all your weight on the lever