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Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
Is there a reason or solution why i always get stuck with the big stand on the road while maneuvring country road corners.
I was thinking going over to the R1200RT or the K1200GT because of that.
if someone can give ma some info about those 2 bikes...
Feel free 2 put your positive and negative experienced comments about those bikes.
Grtz Patrick Ypres Belgium
I was thinking going over to the R1200RT or the K1200GT because of that.
if someone can give ma some info about those 2 bikes...
Feel free 2 put your positive and negative experienced comments about those bikes.
Grtz Patrick Ypres Belgium
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
OK, I'll take a stab... 
Are you talking about the center stand dragging in curves?
If so, your shocks are probably worn out.
Before replacing them make sure your shock pre-load adjuster reservoir is filled with enough fluid - this is easy to do and will help to raise the rear of the LT to the designed level. The exact cause of the fluid loss is a mystery, but it is believed to be due to the line expanding over time.
http://seatrider.org/techntips/rear%...%20preload.htm
Perhaps Zippy can help here with some French translation for our Belgian friend...
Are you talking about the center stand dragging in curves?
If so, your shocks are probably worn out.
Before replacing them make sure your shock pre-load adjuster reservoir is filled with enough fluid - this is easy to do and will help to raise the rear of the LT to the designed level. The exact cause of the fluid loss is a mystery, but it is believed to be due to the line expanding over time.
http://seatrider.org/techntips/rear%...%20preload.htm
Perhaps Zippy can help here with some French translation for our Belgian friend...
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
Patrick,
If your stock K1200LT's shock absorbers are worn they may be allowing more movement and that would cause the center stand to scrape first.
Also you may be able to adjust the preload adjuster under the rider's seat to firm the rear shock absorber.
I'm sure others will chime in with reviews of the other BMW's but you can fix this if you want to keep the LT.
Good luck.
Joe
If your stock K1200LT's shock absorbers are worn they may be allowing more movement and that would cause the center stand to scrape first.
Also you may be able to adjust the preload adjuster under the rider's seat to firm the rear shock absorber.
I'm sure others will chime in with reviews of the other BMW's but you can fix this if you want to keep the LT.
Good luck.
Joe
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
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Originally Posted by EncoreJoe
Patrick,
If your stock K1200LT's shock absorbers are worn they may be allowing more movement and that would cause the center stand to scrape first.
Also you may be able to adjust the preload adjuster under the rider's seat to firm the rear shock absorber.
I'm sure others will chime in with reviews of the other BMW's but you can fix this if you want to keep the LT.
Good luck.
Joe
If your stock K1200LT's shock absorbers are worn they may be allowing more movement and that would cause the center stand to scrape first.
Also you may be able to adjust the preload adjuster under the rider's seat to firm the rear shock absorber.
I'm sure others will chime in with reviews of the other BMW's but you can fix this if you want to keep the LT.
Good luck.
Joe
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
Star*, these folks know of what they speak. I was draggin' my centerstand until I took the "refill the preload adjustment" cure. It only takes about 10-20cc and what a difference! The thing was wallowing around like a cow, especially with my 250 lb son on the back! No more!
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
In addition to the above-mentioned suggestions you can also cut off a portion of the rubber bumper for the center stand undwerneath the bike. This will give you a little more clearance as well.
What is the year and mileage on your LT?
What is the year and mileage on your LT?
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
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LOL! It's almost like deja-vu - all over again!
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
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In addition to the above-mentioned suggestions you can also cut off a portion of the rubber bumper for the center stand undwerneath the bike. This will give you a little more clearance as well.
What is the year and mileage on your LT?
What is the year and mileage on your LT?
THX Already done that
Anyway...a big thank you 4 your suggestion.
Grtz Patrick Ypres Belgim
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
THX 4 your replys guys.
And YES it was the Middle Stand
Will try to find that suspension reservoir 4 the need of refill or not.
Now i am only wondering were the hell i can find it hihiihi.
I already setted the switch 2 his max and did put another rubber.
Now i hope it can be fixed with only this sollution.
I wouldn't like 2 miss my wonderfull bike
THX GRTZ and Lots of Belgian love guys hihihihi
And YES it was the Middle Stand
Will try to find that suspension reservoir 4 the need of refill or not.
Now i am only wondering were the hell i can find it hihiihi.
I already setted the switch 2 his max and did put another rubber.
Now i hope it can be fixed with only this sollution.
I wouldn't like 2 miss my wonderfull bike
THX GRTZ and Lots of Belgian love guys hihihihi
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
It's not cheap but the new shock suggestion is your best bet, especially if you upgrade to one of the good aftermarket units. The ride is better and ground clearance is restored. In fact, it can be increased if you order a slightly longer shock.
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Re: Reason-solution 4 big stand isue
After a long search on the net i came on the following link...
And it came from the forum here ;o)
THX 2 the peeps who added it
http://members.cox.net/slartidbartfa.../shock-oil.htm
Lets hope that will be a approvement
And it came from the forum here ;o)
THX 2 the peeps who added it
http://members.cox.net/slartidbartfa.../shock-oil.htm
Lets hope that will be a approvement
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