SW-Motech Center Stand Installation - How To


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Heineken

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'09 FZ6R SW-Motech Center Stand Installation - How To

One way to repay what you received is to give back something. Well I took a lot of info and ideas out of this forum now it's my time to give something back.
I'm going to start with the "How To" install of SW-Motech Center Stand.

MAKE SURE YOU READ http://www.600cc.org/forum/f89/aftermarket-center-stand-now-available-18131/#post233266 BEFORE YOU BUY IT.
Complete name detail: HPS.06.656.10000/B SW-Motech Centerstand (Yamaha FZ6R & XJ6, '09-)

I purchased it from TwistedThrottle.com : SW-Motech Centerstand (Yamaha FZ6R & XJ6, '09-) - HPS.06.656.10000/B and end up paying $152.89 delivered.

Here is a copy of the installation instructions that came with the center stand: http://www.twistedthrottle.com/filemanager/download/2284/


What comes in the package:
Center Stand
Rubber Element
Spring Bracket
Spring Set
Bushing x2
Hexagon Socket Screw (Size: M10 x 40) x2
Washer x4
Lock Nut with Flange x2
Mounting Instructions


What I used to install it:
Torque Wrench- isn't a must but it's nice to have. If budget is tight you could use a breaker bar or a 1/2 drive ratchet (I purchased earlier that day a Craftsman Microtork® Torque Wrench, 10-75 ft. lbs., 3/8 in. Drive for 69.99+tax).
3/8 Drive Ratchet
3/8 Breaker Bar
15mm combination wrench
8mm hex socket, 3/8 drive
6" 3/8 drive extension

Also I Used:

Mobil Grease
Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242
Four pieces of 2x4 (used them to support the center stand when installing the spring set)
Socket Rail Set (used as a jig to install the spring set, .99 cents @ Harbor Freight :p )
Pliers/Linensman (used to create the above mentioned jig, and to push the spring set back in place)


Step 1 - Spring Bracket

Remove the two original bolts using your 8mm hex socket (if you don't have one buy or borrow one, you will need it). Use the breaker bar for this, they used Loctite Threadlocker at install so you might need to use a bit of muscle.


Use Loctite...


Install the spring bracket and the two original bolts. Torque bolts to 46 Nm / 34 ft-lbf.


With the spring bracket installed the space between the brake lever and the bolt is real small, but it doesn't interfere with the rear brake operation.


Step 2 - Center Stand

Install the Rubber Element. Use the same motion as you would use to screw in a bolt but press while at it.


Grease Bushings. Be generous grease is cheap.


Install bushings.


Align Center Stand. Don't forget grease well all around on both sides of the bushing.


The extra grease will also help you by holding the washer in place.


From right to left: M10 bolt, Washer, Frame Holding Ear, Washer, Center Stand, Frame Holding Ear, Lock Nut with Flange. Don't forget your Loctite.


Mirror image on the other side.


Step 3 - Spring Set

In this step you need to use your imagination and create your own jig or just use what I came up with, or spend the extra $20 for the Spring Set Installation Tool available at twistedthrottle.com IMO not worth it.
Use your linesman or plier to bend the socket rail like so:



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Heineken

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Continued........

Put your Center Stand support to work. In my case I used four 2x4 pieces to hold the Center Stand in retracted position.


Installing the Spring Set can be a little tricky but won't be a challenge for most people. Use your jig from pulling the Spring Set and at the same time push the spring hooks into place like so:



Because I was trying to take pics while doing it I got some scratches on the Center Stand. Warning: that Spring Set can be a bit tricky.





Congratulations. You did it.
I hope you found this hopeful and if you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask.
Good luck!
 
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Heineken

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Center Stand Clearences - While Retracted

SW-Motech Center Stand Clearence Guide.

I have the suspension set at 3 and still have the original muffler.








More pics and data available upon request.

That's all folks! :))
 
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JSP

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Great write up!!! :wav:
 
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FZ1inNH

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Very nice work with the pictoral and write-up! Thanks!!

Here's a tip for springs I learned from roaring toyz... pull the spring on a bench and slip in quarters, washers, etc between coils until it is the right length to install. Then put the spring in place and when you lower the stand (or kickstand), they all will fall out from the expanded spring. :D
 
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Heineken

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FZ1inNH said:
Very nice work with the pictoral and write-up! Thanks!!

Here's a tip for springs I learned from roaring toyz... pull the spring on a bench and slip in quarters, washers, etc between coils until it is the right length to install. Then put the spring in place and when you lower the stand (or kickstand), they all will fall out from the expanded spring. :D
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Awwww nice..... good idea.

BTW I got it on the center stand by myself. REAL easy. I'll post pics here on How To raise it.

Click the bellow link to see how raising your FZ6R on your SW-Motech center stand it's done.
http://www.600cc.org/forum/f89/aftermarket-center-stand-now-available-18131/#post233817
 
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owldaddy

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This looks like a good addition to the FZ6R. I was wondering if anyone using the SW Motec stand had issues with it dragging in the twisties? Any down sides to this product?
 
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DragonBlu

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I have not seen any down sides. I have tested it out on my usual mountain favorite roads and have not had any problems. I think it is a well designed product.
 
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99vengeur

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Looks good. But it might pose problems for people with the TBR exhaust. Not sure if there would be clearance issues. :don'tknow:
 
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Heineken

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I'm not 100% positive, but I think there might be issues with aftermarket exhausts. Apparently nobody else in Chicago bought a FZ6R and a 2bros or m4 exhaust. If I meet someone who has that installed, will do a comparo with pics and whatnot to know once and for all. Anybody from Chicago with a aftermarket exhaust here?:))

Here's how the vendor described the product:
TwistedThrottle.com : SW-Motech Centerstand (Yamaha FZ6R & XJ6, '09-) - HPS.06.656.10000/B
 
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owldaddy

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Ok, so I bought the SW-Motech center stand. Got it last night by UPS, installed it (Thanks Heineken for the excellent write up) Took the bike up my favorite twisty road today (Priest's Grade, Ca 120) Anyone who knows this road, knows you can get way over on the tires, nice and smooth, well cambered turns. While I did not touch the pegs down, I did get as far over on the stock tires as I think is prudent. My chicken strips are almost nonexistent. Nothing dragged. I'm most pleased with the purchase of this product. A center stand on a bike with a chain is almost a must. In fact I have never owned a bike without a center stand in the past. That being said, sometimes the center stand is the first thing to touch down in a turn. It is also not healthy to do so, as it may lift the rear tire off the asphalt causing a dent in your day. Anyway I just wanted to share this info in case anyone else had some reservations about buying this stand. Good product, well made, and easy to install. It is also easy to get up on the stand. :thumbup:
 
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ctgottapee

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yes great right up for the install

it made it look a little bit easier than it was... not necessarily difficult but a bit frustrating trying to get the stand lined up on both sides while keeping greased washers lined up

having a second person around for a bit wouldn't hurt things
 
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ctgottapee

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oh, and i used a long socket to get the spring on

the bit end of the socket goes over the small arm you push the spring on, and then a socket extension or just a socket wrench on the other

the spring ends just fit on, put a little wd40 on the socket and it slid right along


a socket extension didn't have a big enough hole on the end to fit over that arm
 
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fz6r marc

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does anybody know how many ft-lbs to torque the M10 bolts

the instructions state you may use 46Nm (34 ft-lbs), however in the Yamaha write up (for the Yamaha stand, see the how-to on this forum) he went with 50 ft-lbs. Does anyone know what the correct torque is?

heineken: what did you use.
Thanks
 
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bobski

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It looks like the side stand stays on the bike as well as the center stand, correct?
 
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Hoptownky

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The side stand makes it easier to use, in my opinion. This is how I do it. I dismount bike with the side stand down. At this point I either leave the side stand down or put it up; just depends. I then ease the bike over and balance it. Then, I push the center stand down with my right foot until it is touching the surface on both sides of the bike and I rest it there for a few seconds while I make sure the front wheel is pointed straight and the bike is stable. At this point, my right foot is still resting on the center stand foot peg. Next, I STEP ON AND PUSH DOWN ON THE SIDE STAND FOOT PEG WITH MY FOOT. The stand uses leverage and lifts/flips the bike up. I only use my hands at this point to steady/guide the bike as it flips up on the stand. I found out not to try and lift or rock the bike back on the stand. I can't dead lift 500 +/- pounds. The stand does the work for me. Once I got the hang of it, I can do it from start to finish in a few seconds very easily. To me, a side stand is essential. There are many instructional videos on YouTube on how to use a side stand. In fact, I must admit that's where I learned.
 
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bobski

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Does anybody feel there is anything to recommend the Yamaha OEM stand or the SW Motech, one over the other?
 

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