[brooder]

Not easy?! I'm having trouble not throwing the bike around anymore. It's become second nature to put that thing up. I never leave it on the side stand anymore.

[Sixdays]

thank you, thank you, thank you

after 3 years i can finally do this, and learned it on 2nd try once i read the trick

[Evil_Betty]

After a few trys, I also put mine up on the centerstand. I'm at most 140lbs(soaking wet ), so if anyone needs video proof of us small people doing this, I'd be happy to make a vid.

-Justin

[BassKat]

Thanks and yes it should be in the manual - just as Suzuki discontinues the Katana! Grrr.......but thanks, Range.

[victor]

hahaha! i got this down pretty good! hella easy! lol! haha finally!

[Anatak]

After two attempts. I got it. Thanks

[Range]

yes...you can use either foot...but for some people...using the left foot FORCES them further back to help "lift" the tail, as opposed to "pull" the bars (which is WRONG). It also helps align the spine so you don't twist your back.

someone mentioned what exactally "rocking" does...it helps some people to feel the two feet.

Remember...as long as you are pushing down...the bike will not fall over, as long as the ground is level.

If you can still not get your bike up.....please post up...SOMEONE will probably be close enough to show you...it is not impossible.

[asbury]

I could do it when the fuel tank is almost empty. I'm having trouble when it's full tank. I guess I must practice. I'm only 160 lbs about 5'10.

[JaxKat]

I could do it when the fuel tank is almost empty. I'm having trouble when it's full tank. I guess I must practice. I'm only 160 lbs about 5'10.

Dont't pull... Just lift up with the right hand on the left cargo bar... while you plant the center stand into the ground with your left foot... don't let it up... and it pivots up on it... simple... No pulling...

[md86]

I could do it when the fuel tank is almost empty. I'm having trouble when it's full tank. I guess I must practice. I'm only 160 lbs about 5'10.

Dude , I'm aboot 150 and 5'11" , and I've done it with a broken toe , broken thumb , and all kinds of other crap . It's NOT that hard . If it is , you're doing it wrong . I can get my little sister who's all of 100lbs to ALMOST get it . I showed her what to do , and held the back of the bike . When it was ALMOST up , I gave the grab bar a lil tug , and it popped right up .

[KatanaSoldier]

Genius! It worked perfect! Thanks!

[LordKeryth]

Just curious, but where exactly would the center stand be if I had one? Pretty sure that when I bought it, there was no center stand. Either that, or I am very confused.

[KatanaSoldier]

On the very bottom center of of the bike by the kickstand. You can't miss it. It is longer on the left side too. I was fighting with the damn thing to get it to go up until I read this. So easy now!

[WildKat]

Just curious, but where exactly would the center stand be if I had one? Pretty sure that when I bought it, there was no center stand. Either that, or I am very confused.

The previous owner of your bike may have removed it. Lots of people remove it, especially if they plan to do track days or ride alot of twisties.

Personally I wouldnt part with mine, its way too handy for maintanence and detailing.

[FloridaKat]

I only use the side stand as a temporary hold while warming the bike up. Every other time, I use the center stand. It's a breeze.