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I have a set of old crutches in my junk cupboard, this'll be a use for them I think. Until now I've always used a bit of 1 X 1 1/2 wood. It took some practice years back, but now I can prop up a medium-weight bike no problem, front or back. Only ever had one fall over, Honda Dominator, in the garage, I knocked it! http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...psfa6cab63.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...ps6d3fcb56.jpg Alone in the Namib desert. Bike is steady enough not to have to take any luggage off. But might fall if I hit it with an elbow. So have to be careful. Although - only soft sand for it to fall on. Need to find a suitable stone to put in the ground for the stick to rest on. The crutch idea will improve on this I think. :thumbup1: |
Do a search. This topic often comes up on bike-specific sites, as well. Some folks design various hooks or saddles for the non-foot end to fit a particular bike.
There are also commercial versions, though I've not found them to be worth the price of admission. It's also a quick and convenient way to lift the rear wheel for chain lubing. I probably use mine 20 times a month. I've welded oversized feet on most of my kickstands ( I live in a sandpile ). In conjunction with the additional surface area the crutch jacks can be nearly as secure as a centerstand for most trailside repairs. To keep it as compact as possible note that I shorten both the male and female tubes. Few bikes will require all of the length offered from a typical crutch. Stored length on this one is about 11", including the crutch tips, which are quite thick in the base. It extends to about 18". I also keep reduced-sized copies of insurance and registration for the bikes the wife and I ride most rolled up inside the tube. We change bikes a lot and I often don't remember to carry the matching paperwork. The crutch is nearly always transfered onto whatever I'm riding so at least I have something to show the gendarmes. |
This is brilliant, and very simple. Simple always works for me, might have a pop at it. If I can find the materials (for free).
Thanks (also hope 'donuk' comes through with the trial stand though) |
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