paddock stand and new grip
 

hi folks,

looking to get myself a paddock stand!! can anyone recomend one?

also

how easy it to change a grip? could i do it myself?

Re: paddock stand and new grip
 

I've got an el-cheapo stand but bought bobbins and hooks to make it more secure.

Grip change is dead easy - long thin screwdriver under old grip, release glue all the way round, clean adhesive off bars, refit new grip using grip adhesive.

Re: paddock stand and new grip
 

Agree with above about cheapy stand and bobbins. DO however get an assistant to help you get the bike up on the stand, at least until you have developed a knack to do it single handed. I got away with dropping my sv while trying to get it up(!) the first time. No damage, but only due to luck.

Of course, if money is no object, an abba stand every time.

Re: paddock stand and new grip
 

ive got a champion paddock stand seems a good bit of kit and it folds flat then not in use.

Re: paddock stand and new grip
 

Abba stand all the way baby...

Re: paddock stand and new grip
 

Or a couple of bits of inch square section mild steel, some 3/4" thick-walled steel tube, some chewing gum, a welder and three pieces of assorted grit sandpaper... and hey presto! A stand. :rolleyes: