SW-Motech Center Stand Installation - How To

[Heineken]

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 Aftermarket Center Stand now available 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/filem...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:



Continued.........................

[Heineken]

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!

[Heineken]

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! )

[jspansel]

Great write up!!!

[FZ1inNH]

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.

[Heineken]

Originally Posted by FZ1inNH

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.

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.
Aftermarket Center Stand now available

[owldaddy]

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?

[DragonBlu]

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.

[99vengeur]

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

[Heineken]

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