Side stand in two
wheelers support the entire weight of the vehicle when it is parked.
They are perfect on quick stops when one needs to leave the vehicle for
a short while. They are provided with a spring that pulls it back into
position to ensure extra safety.
Besides side stands, most two wheelers are also provided with a
central stand.
Materials used for making Side Stand
Side stands are generally made of strong and extremely durable
materials. They are usually made of:
Features of Side Stand
Two wheeler side stands are generally associated with following
features:
- Simple to use.
- Some two wheelers have sensitive side stands and needs to be
positioned down before leaning the vehicle on them.
- Side stands should be used on flat or level surfaces.
- Most two wheelers do not start until the side stands are in up
position.
- Includes a rubber bump for better parking.
Important points to be noted
- Motorcycle is not so stable on side stand as on center stand.
- One should not sit on the vehicle with the side stands down.
- Bike should be parked with caution while on side stands.