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Genuine Yamha Centre Stand

Started by Guest_tr7dan_* , Apr 06 2009 10:40 pm

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#41 Alby

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TDM model: 2010

Posted 20 June 2020 - 10:51 am

Hi all, I have had my TDM 900 for about 2 years now..always used the side stand though . It has a genuine Yamaha centre stand.... never used it as I have a rear paddock type frame lift stand for tyres/chain lube etc ... I was loathe to use the centre stand as I found the TDM really awkward and the rear wheel was really high off the deck when I put it on sometimes aided by a pal .. so . of late whilst most motorcycles are real easy to use the centre stand my TDM is not ..

However after studying much advice of video footage .. I have found a way to C/S the TDM .. stand real close touching frame etc with legs. left hand on H/bar grip .. now kick down in one motion with right boot on the stand lever ... same time pull up on frame bar grip under seat with right hand... off it goes backwards eureka ...the real clue is being touching and close to the machine .. my TDM is 2011 reg in UK with about 30K miles done . .. previous machine was a Honda Firestorm.. loved it .. so :good:

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#42 Favs

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TDM model: 2008

Posted 20 June 2020 - 11:26 am

Greetings - I'm glad you can get it up...........

Single-handedly reviving the Wave.

2008 reg. Black TDM 900 ABS

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#43 Studley Ramrod

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TDM model: 1993

Posted 20 June 2020 - 11:46 am

Hi and welcome Albi.

Mk2a 2000 in Silver. Top end Refurb @ 41100 miles, Scottoiler, Renthal Road High Bars, Up & Back Bar Risers, Bellypan, DL650 Handguards, Capt. Picard Bar Ends, House of Henty SS Wheel spacers, New Seat Cover Fitted. 58 MPG !! Now owned by chrisbee ! Studley's mk2a Bloggerydoodaah ! Photos of my first MK1 Photos of my MK2a TPLQHCSRSFC No. 1 Fan

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#44 dablik

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TDM model: 1992

Posted 20 June 2020 - 07:40 pm

Hi Alby and welcome, i remember the 9r being awkward to get on it's centre stand also..

~~Bigred mk1 R1 Calipers- Braided lines- Givi wing rack-Crash bungs- Hi vis bullets-PR2's- and a hoot to ride.~~

Quad 900 Silver Laser duo tech pipes-Scott oiler-Engine crash bars- Radiator mounted see me ring LED's-Datatool system 3 alarm -Centre stand- Extender fender-Renthal bars-Handle bar risers-Mirror extenders-BMW GS Handgaurds-Acumen uprated horn & Nautilus-Stainless steel Radiator guard-Givi wing rack-OEM screen-Yammy touring screen-MRA Vario-MRA Double bubble cut down for fast as fk riding-Tiger screen-Tank protector-Stomp grip panels-Optimate lead Gone to Heaven :sorry:

~~1991 MK1 in need of some TLC watch this space Sorted and on the Road Mick it's the bike that Jack built~~ Gone to Heaven

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#45 madmopedracer

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TDM model: 1993

Posted 21 June 2020 - 08:17 am

centre stand luxury i tell you luxury

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#46 PICARD

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TDM model: 2004

Posted 21 June 2020 - 01:23 pm

Hi Albi and welcome. Same as you, had probs, but I find grabbing the givi engine bars give better leverage. Thanks for posting.

Lock onto my co-ordinates and beam me up !!

04 900 - 92 mk 1 - r 1150 rs - Z550 A1 - 2x bonnies - plastic slug -XL185 - ...not in that order !! (and one or two i don't want / dare to own up to !!)

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#47 ramo

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TDM model: 2003

Posted 21 June 2020 - 02:13 pm

Wanna try a Africa twin, real pain,

prob hardest bike Ive ever put on a centre stand, thought it'd be a breeze after the Crosstourer

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#48 Dickiebig

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TDM model: none yet

Posted 08 March 2021 - 08:35 am

Try a 1974 SF750 Laverda, that was a big old lump to hoist on to the c/s but once you had a technique it became easier.
I now have a TDM850 mk 1 no c/s
And a VTRFirestorm. Just can't ride the VTR without being crippled

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#49 CharlieMac

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Location:Stourbridge, W. Mids.
TDM model: 2009

Posted 08 March 2021 - 04:52 pm

So it isn't only me that is having problems with the Centre stand then. It has definitely got harder since I lowered the front by putting the forks about 20mm through the yolk. I've got an FJR as well, which despite being considerably heavier than the TDM, is much easier to put on the stand.

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#50 Favs

Sir Cumference

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TDM model: 2008

Posted 08 March 2021 - 05:05 pm

Never a problem 4tx or 9er....benefit of bulk

Single-handedly reviving the Wave.

2008 reg. Black TDM 900 ABS

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#51 steve27bha

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Location:West Lothian
TDM model: 2008

Posted 08 March 2021 - 05:22 pm

.... It has definitely got harder since I lowered the front by putting the forks about 20mm through the yolk....

Get a 20+mm thick piece of plank and ride the front wheel onto it. Just don't use the front brake for the last bit of stopping or you will go surfing!. DAMHIKIJKOK.

(PS it's a yoke)

Edited by steve27bha, 08 March 2021 - 05:23 pm.

TDM900A 2008/09 in use, with