Kick stand washer
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Kick stand washer
I've noticed my XL1200C leans a bit farther than I'm used to and the stand slides after it makes contact. I crawled under and found that the "top hat" washers are missing that hold the pin secure. I searched the forums but didn't see anything addressing this. I haven't found an aftermarket but I'm sure there's a generic solution at the hardware store if I knew the I/O diameter..
Is there a part# for these or should I just call the dealer?
Is there a part# for these or should I just call the dealer?
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Someone posted up a long time ago about finding a suitable replacement for those bushings, but it's been a long time ago.
HD P/N: 53176-08 $6.99 each on Ronnie's HD microfiche.
Here's some Drag Specialties replacements:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/11619915602...Bk9SR7i44vCEZA
John
HD P/N: 53176-08 $6.99 each on Ronnie's HD microfiche.
Here's some Drag Specialties replacements:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/11619915602...Bk9SR7i44vCEZA
John
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I have the same bushings on my bike and what it takes is to follow the FSM or more frequently to keep them clean and greased.
The clevis pin on my bike has not a drop of rust either.
Without the top one it is hard to see how the clevis even stayed in place.
The clevis pin on my bike has not a drop of rust either.
Without the top one it is hard to see how the clevis even stayed in place.
Last edited by Andy from Sandy; Jun 17, 2024 at 11:42 AM.
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My 1991 does not use those bushings, and it looks like they started using them in 1998. Not sure if there is a retrofit for my bike, but I have had no issues with my kickstand clevis pin, although I do keep an eye on the cotter pin so it doesn't rust away on me and fall out. I did replace the floppy factory spring with the 4" Home Depot Everbuilt spring, which was a huge improvement over the stock POS spring. Now the stand retracts up against the stop, not hanging down from the frame.
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The good thing about being in Albuquerque is there's little rain/snow/salt so parts like this tend to survive longer than when I was in NY.
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My 96 did not have these, and I can't say for sure but I'm almost positive this is why my kickstand flew off while riding.
I'm *assuming* this is what happened because I have modified the suspension and it leans more than stock even, putting more pressure. May not be an issue with stock
I'm *assuming* this is what happened because I have modified the suspension and it leans more than stock even, putting more pressure. May not be an issue with stock
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My 96 did not have these, and I can't say for sure but I'm almost positive this is why my kickstand flew off while riding.
I'm *assuming* this is what happened because I have modified the suspension and it leans more than stock even, putting more pressure. May not be an issue with stock
I'm *assuming* this is what happened because I have modified the suspension and it leans more than stock even, putting more pressure. May not be an issue with stock
John