Sidestands

5 -	Sidestands

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2

3

4

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6

7

8	Pivot bolt

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Parts catalogue


STANDS

Important

Bold reference numbers in this section identify parts not shown in the figures alongside the text, but which can be found in the exploded view diagram.

Removal of the sidestand


Operation	Section reference
Remove the left-hand footrest bracket assembly	H 4, Removal of the footrest brackets

Disconnect the wiring connector of sidestand switch (5) from the main wiring loom (refer to Sect. P 1, Routing of wiring on frame).

Unscrew the bolt (2) securing the sidestand bracket (3) to the engine and remove the complete sidestand assembly, recovering the washers (11).

Disassembly of the sidestand

Unscrew the retaining bolt (4) and remove the sidestand switch (5).

Detach the sidestand return springs (6) from the pivot bolt located on the bracket (3) and remove them.

Unscrew the pivot bolt (8) securing the sidestand to the bracket and remove the sidestand (1) and the nut (9).

Inspecting the sidestand

Fit the sidestand leg to the bracket and check that there is no excessive play. Ensure that the ends of the sidestand are not bent with respect to the shank.

A stand which shows signs of cracking must be renewed immediately.

For details of how to test the switch (5), see Section P 6, Checking protection and safety device components.

Reassembly of the sidestand

Grease the sidestand leg (1) and fit it to the bracket (3). Secure it with pivot bolt (8) and the nut (9).

Tighten the pivot bolt (8) to the specified torque (Sect. C 3, Frame torque settings).

Position the sidestand return springs (6) and attach them to bracket (3) and stand leg (1).

Locate the switch (5) on the bracket so that is seats against the pivot bolt (8).

Fit the retaining bolt (4) and tighten to the specified torque (Sect. C 3, Frame torque settings).

Refitting the sidestand

Apply the recommended threadlocker to the bolt (2).

Locate the sidestand bracket (3) on the frame and insert the bolt (2).

The bolt (2) must be tightened after refitting the left-hand footrest bracket.

Refit the left-hand footrest bracket (Sect. H 4, Refitting the footrest brackets).

Connect the sidestand switch wiring connector (5) to the main wiring loom.

For correct routing of the sidestand switch wiring, refer to the diagrams in Section P 1, Routing of wiring on frame.