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?

Originally Posted by mxm35948

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?

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.

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.

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

[Richie]

Abba stand all the way baby...

Originally Posted by Richie

Abba stand all the way baby...

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.