Does anyone know of a mod or an easier to use version of the centre stand for the A50 / A65 bikes pre oil in frame? My 1968 Royal Star is getting harder for me to get onto its main stand. I also have a BMW R80 which has a wonderfully engineered stand that requires a fraction of the effort - and I read about someone producing Matchless stands that are similarly low-effort. Is there such a thing for my BSA?
Hi,
It helps if your stand still has the arm on the side as standing on this whilst roll/lifting the bike backwards.
Even so it is not easy and wear on the stand and frame does not help.
Try making a wooden block about 2" thick and 3" wide with one end tapered.
Roll the back wheel on to this block and then operate the stand.
Dave.