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Originally Posted by 1L243
Sounds like a run on WheelDoc.. What is the benifit of having a centerstand that does not get the rear tire off the ground? I have a centerstand that actually gets the tire off the ground for cleaning and tire repair. I am not bad mouthing the WD but just curious. Is it just a ride off stand?
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1L243,
You have asked a good question. First of all my stand will take the rear wheel off the ground for cleaning or removing the tire with just a 3/8ths or 1/2 inch piece of plywood under the feet. A couple of six inch square pieces thrown in the bags might be worth taking along on a road trip. However most of the time the extra effort required to lift the rear tire free of the ground is not needed. The advantage of a stand like mine, which leaves the rear tire in contact with the ground is that you can drive off, even with a passenger on the back. Another advantage to a stand that only lifts a part of the weight off the rear is that you can use the center stand while still on the bike.
