double legged kick stands
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double legged kick stands
What's available? What's intended to hold a lot of weight? Do they come in different lengths for frames with different ground clearances (because ideally you want the weight support by both the wheels and the stand...not just one or the other)?
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All of them support the bike on the front wheel and the stand, raising the back wheel off the ground. There are two types: the ones that fastens to the rear axle (wheel-stand), usually dorky looking, but effective; and the ones that go where a regular kickstand does on the chainstays between the rear wheel and the bottom bracket (center-stand).
The wheel-stand is probably best for a cargo bike. A kick-stand is most convenient. And the center stand is a good compromise. Note that most motorcycles have both a kickstand and a center-stand. A center-stand or wheel-stand require a fairly level surface while a kickstand works on a wider variety of terrain.
There is also a rear kickstand that mounts at the rear axle, I guess you could call it the French Style as it was usually seen on French made bikes. Another term, by the way, for kickstand is side-stand.
All four types are available from places like Niagara Cycle Works, and Bike World USA, fairly cheaply (<$20). Both of those companies advertise on Amazon.
The wheel-stand is probably best for a cargo bike. A kick-stand is most convenient. And the center stand is a good compromise. Note that most motorcycles have both a kickstand and a center-stand. A center-stand or wheel-stand require a fairly level surface while a kickstand works on a wider variety of terrain.
There is also a rear kickstand that mounts at the rear axle, I guess you could call it the French Style as it was usually seen on French made bikes. Another term, by the way, for kickstand is side-stand.
All four types are available from places like Niagara Cycle Works, and Bike World USA, fairly cheaply (<$20). Both of those companies advertise on Amazon.
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I use the ESGE double kickstand- both legs fold up on the same side. Holds plenty of weight but the footprint is only ~8", so when loading/unloading my 2 year-old from her rear seat it's till necessary to guard the bike against tipping. For inanimate cargo it's fine as long as the load is balanced. The legs come long enough that you should be able to cut them down to fit any reasonably-sized bike- since I normally park on pavement, I cut mine so that the bike sits on one wheel (front or back, depending on whether the rear is loaded or not) and the two legs. On soft ground the legs poke into the ground and the bike sits on both wheels and both legs...
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I suggest you have the legs of the kick-stand longer, so the bike is supported by the kick-stand and one of the wheels. Four contact points require a level surface to not be "tippy" - three contact points don't.
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I use a Pyramid Pro because it is simple and cheap. It is sort of okay because it is a lot better than the usual kickstand, but only 7" in width. If it was much wider I would probably strike my heel on it. Works like a motorsickle stand, but still a bit tippy when loading the baskets.
Not for sale in the US (that I can find) would be a front wheel stand. That is what I really want. I see them on the Singapore, Indian and English "low gravity" bikes.
Not for sale in the US (that I can find) would be a front wheel stand. That is what I really want. I see them on the Singapore, Indian and English "low gravity" bikes.
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Thanks to this thread, I ordered mine from Bike World USA, a few hours ago. I've been wanting one for quite awhile. My bike (with it's conventional style kickstand) isn't too stable when loading the Wald "paperboy" baskets. I'm hoping this will eliminate the problem.
https://www.bikeworldusa.com/product_...roducts_id/927
https://www.bikeworldusa.com/product_...roducts_id/927
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I can vouch for the rear-axle mount "French" stand, esp. with the Wald paperboy baskets. the only trick is to keep that axle bolt tight, or the stand will tend to walk out of perpendicular with the ground. I've also seen both a regular and French stand on the same bike.
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It just seems unsafe to pull the support out from under a heavily loaded bike (such as when kicking up a double legged kickstand that doesn't allow both wheels to touch the ground).
No wonder why utility bikes are so heavy. They are poorly designed. Why beef up a heavy kickstand and a heavy mounting point when the wheels are already beefed up to support loads? The wheels should support any loads. The kickstand should just balance the bike. How disappointing that they aren't designed this way.
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Done on millions of motorcycles, every day. You're just making the transition from a self-balanced object to one that you have to balance...
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Here is a close-up photo of my recumbent chainline. I have a Swedish made Center-stand. Or double kickstand. I prefer to call it a centerstand.
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"Just making the transition from a self-balanced object to one that you have to balance" is exactly what I'm after, but I'm failing to understand how a stand which holds a wheel off the ground can be described as such.
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You rock a motorcycle up on the stand. You can do the same with something like an Esge double-stand (push the stand down until it touches the ground, then pull the bike backwards to lock it out), or pick the front wheels up.
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Here is an example of how that lever arm looks like:
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How is that so? If the rear wheel is off the ground then you need to lift the bike, kick up the stand, and then place the bike on the ground. What if you can't lift it? What do folks do with heavy motorcycles that are designed like this?
"Just making the transition from a self-balanced object to one that you have to balance" is exactly what I'm after, but I'm failing to understand how a stand which holds a wheel off the ground can be described as such.
"Just making the transition from a self-balanced object to one that you have to balance" is exactly what I'm after, but I'm failing to understand how a stand which holds a wheel off the ground can be described as such.
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I mounted my new center stand today. The bike actually balances on the stand and rear wheel. Also, it hangs pretty low, just about cutting ground clearance in half. Not a problem in my case, but may be for others. It's going to prove to be the cat's pajama's when loading the baskets with goodies!
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I carry the Hebie double leg kickstand at https://www.bikefront.com/products/st...leg)_kickstand
Very durable, very stable
Very durable, very stable
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"Also, it hangs pretty low, just about cutting ground clearance in half. Not a problem in my case, but may be for others."
For a bike that stays on pavement or hard grass, I can't imagine why it would be a problem. I suppose in thick sand, it could be.
For a bike that stays on pavement or hard grass, I can't imagine why it would be a problem. I suppose in thick sand, it could be.
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How would a center stand like this work with an Xtracycle? Would you use a longer bolt and mount Xtracycle frame and centerstand? Sounds like that could be a problem, but I just ordered the Xtracycle and don't know exactly what the pieces look like.
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I had one on my Giant touring bike when I got it. I was real heavy, like about 2 kilos. I ended up taking it off.
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Here's an alloy double kickstand on Amazon that's both cheaper and lighter than the heavy steel ones. About $27 delivered.
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I prefer a stand that allows cranks to be rotated while the bike is on it. With 1 leg stands this often means the stand is mounted near the rear axle. Being able to rotate cranks and spin the rear wheel (without having to turn the bike upside down) can be handy for quick on-the-road repairs and check-ups, especially on tours.
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"I had one on my Giant touring bike when I got it. I was real heavy, like about 2 kilos. I ended up taking it off."
And I'll bet you ride 10 more miles per hour because it is gone. C'mon. On a utility bike, especially one like mine that can carry 2-300 kilos, a couple more won't be noticed. Don't be fooled by the marketing and racing hyperbole.
And I'll bet you ride 10 more miles per hour because it is gone. C'mon. On a utility bike, especially one like mine that can carry 2-300 kilos, a couple more won't be noticed. Don't be fooled by the marketing and racing hyperbole.
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I prefer a stand that allows cranks to be rotated while the bike is on it. With 1 leg stands this often means the stand is mounted near the rear axle. Being able to rotate cranks and spin the rear wheel (without having to turn the bike upside down) can be handy for quick on-the-road repairs and check-ups, especially on tours.
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That's good to know, Aaron. Thanks for the info.
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