[RBW] Re: Kickstand Trimming
My rule of thumb is to tell Mark what bike I am putting it on, and he usually knows what to cut it down to. If you've already crossed that bridge, then Riv says 1cm at a time and iterate. I'd recommend following that advice. On Aug 16, 1:10 pm, Brad Gantt brdg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, So, I am ready to mount my KS having secured the necessary (shorter) bolt thanks to Mark @Riv. Now my question is whether there is a method, rule o' thumb, etc. for cutting the KS down to size or is it simply trial and error. Not sure how much lean is appropriate for stability. Forgive the novice questions but I haven't had a KS on a bike since I was a kid. Let's just say that was a LONG time ago. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Kickstand Trimming
Brad Do a search for kickstand on this group. There are lots of helpful hints on cutting and mounting. Dave On Aug 16, 1:10 pm, Brad Gantt brdg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, So, I am ready to mount my KS having secured the necessary (shorter) bolt thanks to Mark @Riv. Now my question is whether there is a method, rule o' thumb, etc. for cutting the KS down to size or is it simply trial and error. Not sure how much lean is appropriate for stability. Forgive the novice questions but I haven't had a KS on a bike since I was a kid. Let's just say that was a LONG time ago. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Kickstand Trimming
D'oh! Should have searched first. Thanks for the tips everybody! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Kickstand Trimming
Oddly, I just got a twin-legged kickstand in the mail for my Hillborne, which has a kickstand plate, and so...I don't need the included aluminum spacer. But, Than Hex bolt is too long. I'm sure some of you have had this problem...How available are Hex bolts that width that are shorter. Anyone know the dimensions? Thanks j -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Kickstand Trimming
I cut mine twice it's still too short! dougP On Aug 16, 1:19 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: My rule of thumb is to tell Mark what bike I am putting it on, and he usually knows what to cut it down to. If you've already crossed that bridge, then Riv says 1cm at a time and iterate. I'd recommend following that advice. On Aug 16, 1:10 pm, Brad Gantt brdg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, So, I am ready to mount my KS having secured the necessary (shorter) bolt thanks to Mark @Riv. Now my question is whether there is a method, rule o' thumb, etc. for cutting the KS down to size or is it simply trial and error. Not sure how much lean is appropriate for stability. Forgive the novice questions but I haven't had a KS on a bike since I was a kid. Let's just say that was a LONG time ago.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Kickstand Trimming
The back-side of the kick stand has measurements in millimeters on it. That's the distance from the center of the BB to the ground. With the bike standing straight, measure down. Then cut where the numbers correspond to the measurement. Take off about a 1 cm more if you are putting the black rubber foot on. On Aug 16, 1:19 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: My rule of thumb is to tell Mark what bike I am putting it on, and he usually knows what to cut it down to. If you've already crossed that bridge, then Riv says 1cm at a time and iterate. I'd recommend following that advice. On Aug 16, 1:10 pm, Brad Gantt brdg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, So, I am ready to mount my KS having secured the necessary (shorter) bolt thanks to Mark @Riv. Now my question is whether there is a method, rule o' thumb, etc. for cutting the KS down to size or is it simply trial and error. Not sure how much lean is appropriate for stability. Forgive the novice questions but I haven't had a KS on a bike since I was a kid. Let's just say that was a LONG time ago. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Kickstand Trimming
J: The bolts are easy to come by at a True Value or Ace Hardware. I prefer the button head hex bolts they look a lot nicer than a standard bolt. Here's a copy of a post I did awhile back about bolting to the mounting plate - It has the dimensions of the bolt you need: The bolt you are looking for is a stainless metric M10 bolt with a 1.50 pitch, That will save you some running around - by knowing that info you can call ahead. Usually Tru value and Ace Hardware stores have the bolts you'll need available singly. I think the last time I did this, I used a 35 or 40 mm bolt. With that length in mind, here's how I assemble it: I thread a lock washer (split washer) and then a fender washer onto the bolt. Then, I place the kickstand up against the bottom of the mounting plate, insert the bolt through the plate and screw it into the kickstand. It is easier and faster to do this without a fender and tire mounted. The bolt will screw through the kickstand and extend a bit underneath the bike. Snug it up firmly. Lastly, as a belt and suspenders measure, I place a washer (regular, NOT fender) onto the exposed threads and I then screw a stainless nylock nut onto the bolt while keeping the bolt from turning. If that's too obsessive for ya, get a 25 or 30 mm bolt and just use the upper fender washer and split/ lock washer. Instead of grease, use blue locktite to coat the threads before assembling. It does a better job at keeping the bolt from loosening. Dave On Aug 16, 5:48 pm, jandrews_nyc jasonaschwa...@gmail.com wrote: Oddly, I just got a twin-legged kickstand in the mail for my Hillborne, which has a kickstand plate, and so...I don't need the included aluminum spacer. But, Than Hex bolt is too long. I'm sure some of you have had this problem...How available are Hex bolts that width that are shorter. Anyone know the dimensions? Thanks j -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
