Harley Davidson Kickstand Spring. Without it your, Harley-Davidson kickstand will not work and you will not be able to stand your motorcycle up. Hook the spring on the frame and use a spring hook or a pair of side cut pliers to stretch the spring onto the kickstand at this point.
It has a considerable amount of tension and may require locking pliers. Harley-Davidson's history and dominance in the dirt has become synonymous with the soul of the sport. Buy Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Side Stands and get the best deals at the lowest prices on eBay!
The kickstand spring is a perfect example, with methods such as man-handling it, using pennies or even a basic flat head screwdriver to pry it off.
That's the way I've always done it.
Hook the spring on the frame and use a spring hook or a pair of side cut pliers to stretch the spring onto the kickstand at this point. Refresh your kickstand with an easily swapped, stock modeled kickstand, or give your bike the proper lean with a non OEM length. This community page is for all HD Springer riders/enthusiasts, old and new models, stock or custom.