Triumphrat

CruiseControl

Hello all,
I own a 99 Trophy 1200 which when I purchased did not have a centre stand fitted, I have just bought one from Triumph ( another one of their cheep accessories haha ) and find that it comes with a spring thats as much use as a chocolate frying pan !!
The centre stan bounces up and down quite merrily whilst riding, which is becomming very anoying.
Anyone else had this problem ? Triumph say that there is no alternative for the spring supplied....can anyone help ?

stevent

You're bike should have come with a centerstand on it, at any rate the one on mine holds flat against the frame.

If I were you I'd take the spring down to an auto parts or hardware or industrial supply store and try to find a stouter spring that was the same length and shape.

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CruiseControl

Much thanks for the reply,
I bought the bike second hand, so the previous owner may have removed it. I will attempt to locate a stronger spring. Seems strange that mine is so loose !

benman

I figured that I would take a quick look at my bike. Granted it has the origonal centerstand but it should be the same as an aftermarket i'm guessing. It has 2 springs mounted in the same way on each side of the centerstand. I've never had a problem with the stand being loose. Maybe all you need is for Triumph to give you the OTHER spring too. :???:

Wouldn't it be great if it's that simple! ;-)

j98sprint

I think it is that simple! CruiseControll spoke of a single spring in his original post. As benman wrote, there should be two springs.

j98sprint

CruiseControl

Once again thanks for the reply,
Have spoken to mu local dealer, and the drawings only show one spring. I have however ordered a second spring.......watch this spae for an update.

Happy riding and thanks. :hammer: