Center stand vs rear stand

[jfont]

I looked around and didn't see any on the forum addressing my questions.

So what are the benefits of having a center stand instead of a rear stand? Should I have both? Can you still use a A)triple tree and B) regular front axle stand while the bike is on the center stand?

Also, the pros/cons of the two different methods to lift the rear end. I imagine having no weight on the rear tire is a plus in some cases but what cases would that be in?

Your help would be much appreciated.

 

[MNGreg]

OOPS I mis-voted, I want both, but only have the rear stand.

You really only NEED the rear stand, but both would be very very nice to have.
For winter you need front and rear to get both wheels off the ground for the months of storage so you dont have flat spots on the tires.
It is annoying parking the bike and going to get the rear stand then mount it up. It would be nice to just pull in garage and push down the center stand when need to lube/clean the chain.
If go on long trips 300-500 miles (pending your care routine) you can more easily lubricate the chain when away from home, rather than lube then roll the bike and lube again repeatedly.

 

[Bert-Aus]

Before I installed my exhuast i had a centre stand -it was great for lubing and adjusting chain or just lifting the bike for stability whilst working on it.

Now it doesn't fit due to my exhaust -bit of pain
I would like to get a rear (race/ paddock) stand at some stage for these purposes

 

[jfont]

Is the center stand any less stable then a rear stand?

 

[DragonBlu]

I am pretty sure this has been discussed, but here's my take on it. I think the center-stand is more stable than putting a stand on either front or back. I personally have a center stand and a front stand. Adjusted properly I can raise front and rear wheels and do when I am not riding the bike. I can grease and clean the chain and both wheels and check air before I ride or after. Happy riding!

 

[MistahT]

For winter you need front and rear to get both wheels off the ground for the months of storage so you dont have flat spots on the tires.

What's storage?? Generally, if the temps are above freezing, I'm riding.

Back on topic, my wife's bike and my last bike had center stands. I would keep my chain spotless and clean/lube hers all the time. I pretty much let my FZ6R go all the way to the recommended mileage. I just feel like my bike is so unstable up on that rear stand, I hate it, I don't like to do it.

 

[rhnatyk]

I have the SW-Motech centerstand and wouldn't want a bike without it. Maintenance is a snap and the bike takes up less room in the garage. I also use it when I fill up with gas to get the tank completely full.

 

[sammy56]

I strongly recomend both!
If you take any trips with your bike, good luck carrying your stand with you...although there are a couple alternatives. Bottom line, center stand works and if on a trip, prop up on center stand and perform chain maintenance.
I always park my bike at home on the center stand and during winter or any period where not riding a lot....is good for the bike to be up!

LB

 

[dart1963]

as others have said, both... center stand will also not sink as fast into blacktop, unlike the kickstand, so when it's hot out and I'm parking on blacktop, up on the centerstand she goes!

 

[JT]

I only have the rear currently but im looking at getting the front stand so I can remove my front tire and take it to get replaced.

 

[Rich007]

I bought a center stand and love it. When I store it for the winter it will be on the center stand, oil changes and chain maintenance is super easy and stable. I may do a Marthys exhaust during the winter months or buy a faster better handling bike, not sure yet.

 

[latony007]

that sucks

OOPS I mis-voted, I want both, but only have the rear stand.

You really only NEED the rear stand, but both would be very very nice to have.
For winter you need front and rear to get both wheels off the ground for the months of storage so you dont have flat spots on the tires.
It is annoying parking the bike and going to get the rear stand then mount it up. It would be nice to just pull in garage and push down the center stand when need to lube/clean the chain.
If go on long trips 300-500 miles (pending your care routine) you can more easily lubricate the chain when away from home, rather than lube then roll the bike and lube again repeatedly.

That sucks that a lot of you guys have to store it away for the winter. I certainly don't plan on it being unridden long enough to get flat spots on tires and greasing the chain sounds like it could get me dirty, ill have to take it in for that LOL

 

[JT]

I want to see a pic of the bike on the center stand

 

[dart1963]

I want to see a pic of the bike on the center stand

like this?

 

[JT]

like this?

o brain fart... I was thinking a center lift like a jack. lol mybad

 

[Rich007]

That sucks that a lot of you guys have to store it away for the winter. I certainly don't plan on it being unridden long enough to get flat spots on tires and greasing the chain sounds like it could get me dirty, ill have to take it in for that LOL

Living in Seattle and only 10 miles from work doesn't make it fun to ride in the rain from October to May.

I ride because it is fun not because I like running in and out of traffic or getting superior fuel economy. The best riding in my opinion is dry twisty mountain roads going fast with a group of friends.

 

[Spiff666]

like this?

I'm looking to buy a center stand for my 2012 FZ6R, which has the stubby exhaust under the bike frame.

Do you know if your stand will work with my model, and if so, who made your stand?

Thanks.

Spiff

 

[dart1963]

I'm looking to buy a center stand for my 2012 FZ6R, which has the stubby exhaust under the bike frame.

Do you know if your stand will work with my model, and if so, who made your stand?

Thanks.

Spiff

centerstand will work with stock exhaust, if it's an aftermarket, you'd have to get one and see. I know it did not work with TBR, but I believe the M4 did, and Marthy used my setup to make a viper can that worked.

It's a SW-Motech stand, Marthy is selling his!

SW-Motech Centerstand (Yamaha XJ6 Diversion FABS '11-, XJ6 & FZ6R '09-) - TwistedThrottle.com

 

[Spiff666]

Thanks.

I have a stock muffler, so the SW-Motech stand you linked to should fit.

I'll buy new or from Marthy.

My other bike is a 1993 Honda 750 Nighthawk, which has a center stand, and when I bought my 2012 FZ6R in April 2013, I instnatly realized how much I missed having a center stand.

Thanks again.

 

[bleedinblue]

Thanks.

I have a stock muffler, so the SW-Motech stand you linked to should fit.

I'll buy new or from Marthy.

My other bike is a 1993 Honda 750 Nighthawk, which has a center stand, and when I bought my 2012 FZ6R in April 2013, I instnatly realized how much I missed having a center stand.

Thanks again.

I think Marthy mainly used his to fabricate exhausts.It should be pretty clean compared to most used ones.Heres a link to it, he said its still available earlier today.
http://www.600cc.org/forum/f34/f-s-fz6r-parts-30300/