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This replaces the [[Kickstand]].
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;Tools
* [[Lift|Center lift]] or stand.
* Large flat-blade screwdriver or specialized tool like [https://www.google.com/search?q=drum+brake+spring+pliers drum brake spring pliers] for spring removal and replacement.
* E-clip tool (or needlenose pliers) for the 3/8" E-clip.
;Steps
# Place the motorcycle on a center lift or stand.
:;Spring Before Pin
:# Pull the spring off of the kickstand hook with a large flat blade screwdriver or a specialized kickstand spring release tool.
:#: Raise the kickstand to the stowed/horizontal position, to reduce spring tension.
:#: {{Warning|Be extremely careful working with the kickstand spring as it is under high tension.}}
:#: A specialized tool makes this easier.
:# Remove the pivot pin.
:# Remove the kickstand.
:;Pin Before Spring
:# Remove the pivot pin.
:## Pull the E-clip off of the inside of the pivot.
:## Raise the kickstand to the stowed/horizontal position, to reduce spring tension.
:## Go to the left side of bike.
:## Wiggle the kickstand while tapping the pivot pin from underneath with ''for example'' a soft faced hammer.
:## Continue to wiggle the kickstand while gripping the pin until it slides out.
:##: Often comes out by hand with a rag.
:# Carefully slide kickstand away from frame and unhook springs from frame.
:#: The kickstand will still be under some tension from both springs, inner and outer.
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;References
* [http://electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=8716.0 Kickstand replacement basic how to in Say10 easy steps] by Say10 for FX.
[[Category:Procedure]]
[[Category:Teardown]]
<onlyinclude>
;Tools
* [[Lift|Center lift]] or stand.
* Large flat-blade screwdriver or specialized tool like [https://www.google.com/search?q=drum+brake+spring+pliers drum brake spring pliers] for spring removal and replacement.
* E-clip tool (or needlenose pliers) for the 3/8" E-clip.
;Steps
# Place the motorcycle on a center lift or stand.
:;Spring Before Pin
:# Pull the spring off of the kickstand hook with a large flat blade screwdriver or a specialized kickstand spring release tool.
:#: Raise the kickstand to the stowed/horizontal position, to reduce spring tension.
:#: {{Warning|Be extremely careful working with the kickstand spring as it is under high tension.}}
:#: A specialized tool makes this easier.
:# Remove the pivot pin.
:# Remove the kickstand.
:;Pin Before Spring
:# Remove the pivot pin.
:## Pull the E-clip off of the inside of the pivot.
:## Raise the kickstand to the stowed/horizontal position, to reduce spring tension.
:## Go to the left side of bike.
:## Wiggle the kickstand while tapping the pivot pin from underneath with ''for example'' a soft faced hammer.
:## Continue to wiggle the kickstand while gripping the pin until it slides out.
:##: Often comes out by hand with a rag.
:# Carefully slide kickstand away from frame and unhook springs from frame.
:#: The kickstand will still be under some tension from both springs, inner and outer.
</onlyinclude>
;References
* [http://electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=8716.0 Kickstand replacement basic how to in Say10 easy steps] by Say10 for FX.
[[Category:Procedure]]
[[Category:Teardown]]
