Side Stand Extension Problem

[bctz123]

I've just installed the GIVI Side Stand Shoe Extension and I think because of the weight of this extension there's a problem when I try to take the side stand off the ground and move it in the up position, the spring does not automatically retract it, so I have to push it with my feet all the way up. Sometimes it gets stuck in the 70-80% level, and it's a bit annoying.

Do you guys have encountered this issue and do you have a fix for it? (Other than trowing the extension in the trash bin)

 

Thanks!

Edited April 7, 2021 by bctz123

[Hibobb]

Oil the pivot bolt and order a stronger spring. Off the top of my head, I don't know where to order the spring. You can find it somewhere on this site.

 

Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you..... Matthew 7:7 

[Cruizin]

1 hour ago, bctz123 said:

I've just installed the GIVI Side Stand Shoe Extension and I think because of the weight of this extension there's a problem when I try to take the side stand off the ground and move it in the up position, the spring does not automatically retract it, so I have to push it with my feet all the way up. Sometimes it gets stuck in the 70-80% level, and it's a bit annoying.

Do you guys have encountered this issue and do you have a fix for it? (Other than trowing the extension in the trash bin)

 

Thanks!

Moving this to the tech questions section. This isnt a Facebook group, we have dedicated sections for different topics so others can find this info in the years to come. 

[Ktmmitch]

Yamaha T7 Uprated Side Stand Spring-RRP 676

 

[bctz123]

1 hour ago, Ktmmitch said:

Yamaha T7 Uprated Side Stand Spring-RRP 676

 

Exactly what I was looking for! Thanks man!

[bctz123]

As of right now I've managed to make it work by lubing the parts with WD40. Let's see how it goes until I get the spring, and when the WD40 dries out.

[Hibobb]

18 minutes ago, bctz123 said:

As of right now I've managed to make it work by lubing the parts with WD40. Let's see how it goes until I get the spring, and when the WD40 dries out.

WD40 is for moms... use oil!

I think Yamaha lists "Soap based Lithium Grease" as the correct lubricant, but you would need to disassemble, clean, lube, & reassemble to do it correctly with the grease.

Edited April 8, 2021 by Hibobb

[bctz123]

1 hour ago, Hibobb said:

WD40 is for moms... use oil!

I think Yamaha lists "Soap based Lithium Grease" as the correct lubricant, but you would need to disassemble, clean, lube, & reassemble to do it correctly with the grease.

Ok, will try with grease. WD40 was an easy fix, but will not last long I think.

Edited April 8, 2021 by bctz123

[luke29ermtb]

Mine needs a clean and new grease but am also going to order one of these:

 

https://camel-adv.com/products/yamaha-700-tenere-t7-heavy-duty-side-stand-return-spring