Another tip, once you press the center stand down, rock it gently side to side to feel that both feet of the center stand are on the ground, then press and lift.
Omg!!! I just bought a Pan America today and tried and tried to use the center stand and was doing it all wrong, I finished watching your video and immediately tried it the way you said and got it done right away!!!! Awesome Video, gracias!!!
Thank you Colin for this video. Have been using your right way to center stand my PA. No more sore back. So much easier. Also will not damage the grab handle/seat pan. Awesome!!! Video
That was great now I want to head to the dealer and see if I can put the bike on the center stand? You are a great teacher thanks for sharing this tip. Ride Safe
Another little tip, when centerstand feet touches the pavement just lean the bike to the right side a little and you will feel the other leg make contact with the ground. Then push with the leg and lift with the right hand and it should raise right up. I am an old man and I can get the 1000 lb Goldwing on the center stand no problem. Keep practicing but be careful with one leg on the ground it will be easier to lose the balance and drop it. Been there and done that one. Be safe out there.
Yep - I've got a center stand on my 79 Kawi KZ650SR... and that bike is supposed to be stored on it to prevent oil from pooling on one side of the crankcase, and if you have to use the kick starter to start it, then being on the center stand makes it easier. Pull back and up on the handlebar while grabbing the handhold [on my bike there's a frame rail to grab], and push down with your right foot on the center stand, easy :D BTW, that thing is purty :D
Had to add this. Once had Beemer flying brick K 100. Had to center stand it at all times as the cylinder head was to the left side. If it was on the side stand for even a few minutes oil would be drawn past the rings in whatever cylinder was on the intake stroke and it was a skeeter smoker when you started it. K bike Beemers were infamous for that.
When you get good you'll also slowly roll the bike backwards and use that momentum (while pushing with your foot and lifting) to blast the bike onto the center stand. Easy peasy.
Some bikes are easier than others but if you want to cheat at home, try this.... Let's say, when the bike is on the center stand, the rear tire gets 1 1/4 inches off the ground. You would get a narrow piece of wood that is 1 inch thick and roll the rear tire on it making sure it won't interfere with the feet on the side stand. Once it's on the wood, push down on the stand, it will only have to now raise the bike a quarter inch. Real easy. Then slide the wood out. If the wood is 3/4 inch thick, still easy but not as easy as when it's only slightly less than the height of the tire off the ground. You can find the right thickness once the tire is off the ground by sliding pieces of wood until you find a good thickness.
A lot of bikes you got to learn the right technique to get on the center stand. My dad's old Goldwing had a center stand and even me being only 5 foot 6 and about a 150 lbs, after practice, I could do it.
When I got my Goldwing it took me a bit to figure out how to put it on the center stand too as it was my first as well. Keeping the front wheel straight makes it easier, as does getting both feet on the c-stand planted flat before lifting.
Hi Collen, I have a Goldwing which also has a center stand and I had the same issue you had. what I learned is to make sure that both legs of the center stand are touching the ground and then put your weight and push down on the center stand arm while lifting with your hand on the rear seat handle. It made a big difference and is a lot easier now.
So funny that the little things we don't think about, can be something others have no experience with. I have a center stand on each bike, the VStrom is no issue, but surprisingly, neither is the 950 lb Goldwing. I do make sure both legs of the stand are on the ground before I step down, and it just pops up. Good share!!
There's a recall on the grab bar mounting, some folks have been grabbing that instead of using the passenger peg mounting. I guess the grab bar mounting bolts aren't up to the task. The center stand works the same way my R1150GS does. I had a problem with the Jiffy stand, didn't know it has a notch in the mounting where it locks, it doesn't work like all the other bikes I've had over the years.
With my RT I face more forward and make sure both feet of the center stand are making contact with the pavement and I stand up on the lever while holding the handle bar with my left hand and pulling up with my right on the handle. I keep the kickstand down though as a safety thing. I had two Kawasaki's with center stands too. They are convenient when doing services on the bike and also checking oil level.
I ran into that when I had the scoot. I learned your trick as well when I first got the Black one in 2007. Now a days, I ain't got to worry about that. LOL Good instruction for people that just don't know how. If you're never shown, how can you learn?
Yes make sure both feet on surface and everything will be more sturdy. I actually find the stand on the panam extremely easy compared to other bikes; my previous vstrom 1000 was a tough bike to get on. Ohh the hand rail is a bad design, as that's the only safe place to hold it, hopefully the top box mount from Hepco will sort this out.
Okay, initially I though this was silly, then I watched and still think it is silly. I don't think you have owned very many bikes with centre stands. I hav a Pan Am, I had no trouble getting it on the centre stand, then I have been riding 50 years and had 3 bikes with centre stands, and 3 without, I don't think I've had a lot of bikes, but it is not that hard, may don't listen to salesmen. Still gave you a thumbs up for posting it. Funny story, I haven't dropped my Pan Am on the dirt yet, but I have dropped it in my driveway, turning it around so I could lube the chain.
@@Broncoride I went face 1st over the bike. No damage done to the bike or my face LOL . Also I Learned unpack the bike before attempting the center stand
The better way to get the bike off the stand is to mount the bike, standing upright on the pegs and within 1, maybe two forward movement the bike will roll off to keep the front brake applied. The bike Will literally stand vertical with you on easily for what seems amply time for you to sit and put you feet down. As for lifting, just continue so push the stand down with your right foot and the bike will lift and mount itself. Very little need to lift anything with you hands.
If you look at 2:50, you're essentially trying to lift the bike by the corner of one center stand leg. The fact that you still managed to do that is impressive, but having the whole center stand contact the ground (and front wheel straight as another commenter said) will definitely make this a breeze in comparison. Ask me how I know :D
It sounds stupid but it makes a lot of difference if you have the right boots, like adventure boots, since the rigid boot makes it easier to push down on the small surface of the center stand! Also, on my bmw r1200gs, I installed a cut down strap to a low point of my bike that helps to pull and lift the bike and it makes the maneuver 100% easier! The strap weights nothing ! If you don't have a good point to pull the bike up and back it is 100 times more dificult! Also, you can left the sidestand down ans in case the bike comes down you can rest it on the sidestand.
Interesting I traded my R1200GS in for my PAS and the PAS definitely seems to be harder to get onto its centre stand. I think because the GS had a bigger footprint to press down on. Got to ask why its called a Jiffy stand when we here in the UK call it a side stand. Is it because your only be a jiffy ( short time ) when you put it on this stand.
It's all good but I would say that let the jiffy stand be down until you get the bike up on the center stand. Just in case if any balance issues happen then bike wont fall.
Center stand works the same as it did on the old bikes Yamaha’s and Kawasaki’s and Hondas you push down on the center stand lift up on the seat and handlebars bike comes right up !! But info anyway .!! Be safe Adventure man 🥸👍
HERE'S THE BEST WAY TO DO IT. GET ANOTHER PERSON TO HELP YOU DO IT. ONE PERSON ON EASH SIDE AND YOU'LL USE LESS FORCE AND LESS OF A CHANCE OF STRAINING YOURSELF.
@@Broncoride Mikes Motorbike Channel on TH-cam has some great videos on the Pan America. I have adaptive ride height on my bike and I learned from him the secret of getting the bike on the center stand. It’s a great channel and that’s were I saw him installing Bark Busters hand guards, and I knew I had to have them. Check him out, ride safe 😎
Another tip, once you press the center stand down, rock it gently side to side to feel that both feet of the center stand are on the ground, then press and lift.
Great tip Ron. All you guys have so much more experience with stuff like this. My goal is to keep learning as much as I can from riding off-road.
@@Broncoride I'm not very skilled at the offroad part, these are big heavy beasts, I am pretty good at picking them up tho....lol...!!
Roger that Collin. I keep my PA on the centerstand and Battery Tender plugged in when in the garage.
Omg!!! I just bought a Pan America today and tried and tried to use the center stand and was doing it all wrong, I finished watching your video and immediately tried it the way you said and got it done right away!!!! Awesome Video, gracias!!!
You’re very welcome
Helped me, I would have no idea. Good video
They don’t have these on many touring models. 😆
So same as the FJR - it's funny to see all the guys make up the convoluted ways to do it like using planks of wood :) Great vid!
Didn’t break out any wood planks yet. Thanks for the comment man.
Taught us how to use the centre stand for our bike licence, not needed it since!
You don’t have center stands, right?
I got used to center stands on my GoldWing. Great knowledge sir, thanks.
It’s basically same principle on these bikes. New to me though.
Thank you Colin for this video. Have been using your right way to center stand my PA. No more sore back. So much easier. Also will not damage the grab handle/seat pan. Awesome!!! Video
Thank you Paul. I use the center stand all the time.
That was great now I want to head to the dealer and see if I can put the bike on the center stand? You are a great teacher thanks for sharing this tip. Ride Safe
It’s so simple, yet I was deciding to get an upper body workout Instead.
Another little tip, when centerstand feet touches the pavement just lean the bike to the right side a little and you will feel the other leg make contact with the ground. Then push with the leg and lift with the right hand and it should raise right up. I am an old man and I can get the 1000 lb Goldwing on the center stand no problem. Keep practicing but be careful with one leg on the ground it will be easier to lose the balance and drop it. Been there and done that one. Be safe out there.
Appreciate the tips my friend.
Yep - I've got a center stand on my 79 Kawi KZ650SR... and that bike is supposed to be stored on it to prevent oil from pooling on one side of the crankcase, and if you have to use the kick starter to start it, then being on the center stand makes it easier.
Pull back and up on the handlebar while grabbing the handhold [on my bike there's a frame rail to grab], and push down with your right foot on the center stand, easy :D
BTW, that thing is purty :D
The more I do it, it’s so simple.
Had to add this. Once had Beemer flying brick K 100. Had to center stand it at all times as the cylinder head was to the left side. If it was on the side stand for even a few minutes oil would be drawn past the rings in whatever cylinder was on the intake stroke and it was a skeeter smoker when you started it. K bike Beemers were infamous for that.
When you get good you'll also slowly roll the bike backwards and use that momentum (while pushing with your foot and lifting) to blast the bike onto the center stand. Easy peasy.
I’m getting good now. Seems like I practiced for about an hour getting the hang of it.
Some bikes are easier than others but if you want to cheat at home, try this.... Let's say, when the bike is on the center stand, the rear tire gets 1 1/4 inches off the ground. You would get a narrow piece of wood that is 1 inch thick and roll the rear tire on it making sure it won't interfere with the feet on the side stand.
Once it's on the wood, push down on the stand, it will only have to now raise the bike a quarter inch. Real easy. Then slide the wood out.
If the wood is 3/4 inch thick, still easy but not as easy as when it's only slightly less than the height of the tire off the ground.
You can find the right thickness once the tire is off the ground by sliding pieces of wood until you find a good thickness.
A lot of bikes you got to learn the right technique to get on the center stand. My dad's old Goldwing had a center stand and even me being only 5 foot 6 and about a 150 lbs, after practice, I could do it.
When I got my Goldwing it took me a bit to figure out how to put it on the center stand too as it was my first as well. Keeping the front wheel straight makes it easier, as does getting both feet on the c-stand planted flat before lifting.
I realized that my wheel wasn’t straight after I filmed this. Great tip.
Very helpful as I’ve just bought mine. Thanks for the tips.
Glad it helped. Have fun with the new ride.
Nice bike! Glad that you figured out the stand...still seemed like a little strength is required. Godspeed
I did get a great workout though on my upper body before I learned. 😎
Hi Collen, I have a Goldwing which also has a center stand and I had the same issue you had. what I learned is to make sure that both legs of the center stand are touching the ground and then put your weight and push down on the center stand arm while lifting with your hand on the rear seat handle. It made a big difference and is a lot easier now.
My technique is getting better daily. Wanted to share this in case others are having same issue.
Great info man. I’m actually gonna try and apply this to something in my garage!!!
Very cool my friend.
So funny that the little things we don't think about, can be something others have no experience with. I have a center stand on each bike, the VStrom is no issue, but surprisingly, neither is the 950 lb Goldwing. I do make sure both legs of the stand are on the ground before I step down, and it just pops up. Good share!!
I’m just a lowly rookie.
@@Broncoride yeah, right. I bet you're already a better off road rider than I am!
Lol that was fun to watch. New title watch the Harley guy figure out a center stand.
Be nice Pete. Lol
Been a long time since I've had to mess with a center stand. Good How To! 👍😎
I’m glad I figured it out finally. Lol
Push and stand on center stand and pull up with your hand at the same time.
Thank you sir.
There's a recall on the grab bar mounting, some folks have been grabbing that instead of using the passenger peg mounting. I guess the grab bar mounting bolts aren't up to the task. The center stand works the same way my R1150GS does. I had a problem with the Jiffy stand, didn't know it has a notch in the mounting where it locks, it doesn't work like all the other bikes I've had over the years.
Yes sir. Just had recall done last week. I started using the pannier mounts when I use the center stand now. That grab bar is flimsy.
With my RT I face more forward and make sure both feet of the center stand are making contact with the pavement and I stand up on the lever while holding the handle bar with my left hand and pulling up with my right on the handle. I keep the kickstand down though as a safety thing. I had two Kawasaki's with center stands too. They are convenient when doing services on the bike and also checking oil level.
Definitely great on doing services. I think I finally got this thing down.
This technique works great ! Thanks
Cool
I ran into that when I had the scoot. I learned your trick as well when I first got the Black one in 2007. Now a days, I ain't got to worry about that. LOL Good instruction for people that just don't know how. If you're never shown, how can you learn?
Exactly my friend
Yes make sure both feet on surface and everything will be more sturdy. I actually find the stand on the panam extremely easy compared to other bikes; my previous vstrom 1000 was a tough bike to get on. Ohh the hand rail is a bad design, as that's the only safe place to hold it, hopefully the top box mount from Hepco will sort this out.
Hand rail is definitely a bad design. I use my hard bag frame and it works fine. Your mount will help.
Okay, initially I though this was silly, then I watched and still think it is silly. I don't think you have owned very many bikes with centre stands. I hav a Pan Am, I had no trouble getting it on the centre stand, then I have been riding 50 years and had 3 bikes with centre stands, and 3 without, I don't think I've had a lot of bikes, but it is not that hard, may don't listen to salesmen. Still gave you a thumbs up for posting it.
Funny story, I haven't dropped my Pan Am on the dirt yet, but I have dropped it in my driveway, turning it around so I could lube the chain.
No worries. I’ve been riding since 06, but this is my first one with center stand. I put myself out there so if there are other newbies, it helps.
hello Collen, this is really good to see. I have never used one before either. thank you for sharing. 💕NonnaGrace
Thanks NonnaGrace for stopping in.
Awesome video!
Thank you.
make sure the bottom of your boot is not wet. I found out the hard way. My KTM is pretty easy even when fully loaded down for a trip
Great tip. I could see me falling right on my ass.
@@Broncoride I went face 1st over the bike. No damage done to the bike or my face LOL . Also I Learned unpack the bike before attempting the center stand
The better way to get the bike off the stand is to mount the bike, standing upright on the pegs and within 1, maybe two forward movement the bike will roll off to keep the front brake applied. The bike Will literally stand vertical with you on easily for what seems amply time for you to sit and put you feet down.
As for lifting, just continue so push the stand down with your right foot and the bike will lift and mount itself. Very little need to lift anything with you hands.
Thanks for the insight. Appreciate it.
If you look at 2:50, you're essentially trying to lift the bike by the corner of one center stand leg. The fact that you still managed to do that is impressive, but having the whole center stand contact the ground (and front wheel straight as another commenter said) will definitely make this a breeze in comparison. Ask me how I know :D
Appreciate the tips. I did both these things after the comments and you guys were right on with it being much easier.
Haha you’re so American!! I love it!!
Haha, that I am!!
It sounds stupid but it makes a lot of difference if you have the right boots, like adventure boots, since the rigid boot makes it easier to push down on the small surface of the center stand! Also, on my bmw r1200gs, I installed a cut down strap to a low point of my bike that helps to pull and lift the bike and it makes the maneuver 100% easier! The strap weights nothing ! If you don't have a good point to pull the bike up and back it is 100 times more dificult! Also, you can left the sidestand down ans in case the bike comes down you can rest it on the sidestand.
I picked up a pair couple weeks back but haven’t tried with those boots yet. Appreciate the note.
Interesting I traded my R1200GS in for my PAS and the PAS definitely seems to be harder to get onto its centre stand. I think because the GS had a bigger footprint to press down on. Got to ask why its called a Jiffy stand when we here in the UK call it a side stand. Is it because your only be a jiffy ( short time ) when you put it on this stand.
When you going to put that machine in the dirt??? Informative. Next up. The jiffy stand spin!!!
Already started but have a ton to learn. Everyone is a beginner at one time. So much fun though.
It's all good but I would say that let the jiffy stand be down until you get the bike up on the center stand. Just in case if any balance issues happen then bike wont fall.
Tried it both ways. Manual says to put up, but seems probably better to keep down.
Good to know great job now go ride that thang 😜👍🏻🇺🇸
I have been. It’s so much fun to ride.
My neighbour has the same Yamaha FJ-09 and can’t get it in the stand if his life depended on it. I just stand on it and pops right on.
Amazing what happens when you let the bike do the work.
Center stand works the same as it did on the old bikes Yamaha’s and Kawasaki’s and Hondas you push down on the center stand lift up on the seat and handlebars bike comes right up !! But info anyway .!! Be safe Adventure man 🥸👍
Thanks Steve.
HERE'S THE BEST WAY TO DO IT. GET ANOTHER PERSON TO HELP YOU DO IT. ONE PERSON ON EASH SIDE AND YOU'LL USE LESS FORCE AND LESS OF A CHANCE OF STRAINING YOURSELF.
There are times I wish I had a second set of hands.
First centerstand, eh? It's also a tad easier if you have the front wheel straight.
Good point
Down with your leg while pulling up on the foot peg brace at the same time.
Absolutely
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Add in the Adaptive Ride Height upgrade and that technique won’t work
It makes it difficult for sure.
@@Broncoride Mikes Motorbike Channel on TH-cam has some great videos on the Pan America. I have adaptive ride height on my bike and I learned from him the secret of getting the bike on the center stand.
It’s a great channel and that’s were I saw him installing Bark Busters hand guards, and I knew I had to have them. Check him out, ride safe 😎
Come on man lol
Everyone is a rookie at one point. 😎
Center stand on a harley-davidson what's next a reverse gear?
Next will be the Pan American Trike LOL
You’re probably right. 😎
It seems the yanks have a lot to learn .
We are special.