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:

• Steel
• Aluminium

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.