Table of Contents
REF: Body Parts
Foot Controls
Ironheads (57-85 models):
* . . . 1986 to 2003 forward controls modified to fit a 1980 frame
* . . . KraftTech Forwards w / Evo Shift Arm on a 1978 XLH
* . . . Gallery of Ironhead Forward Controls
Evos (86 and Up models):
* . . . Slaved Forwards with Mids
* . . . Biker's Choice Forwards (56129)
* . . . TC Bros Mids (102-0077) for 1991-2003 models
* . . . Gallery of Evo Forward Controls
* . . . Rear Foot Controls
* . . . Extended Forward Controls
Pedals / Foot Pegs / Shifter
* . . . Brake Pedal Mods
* . . . Shifter Mods
* . . . Highway Pegs and Multiple Foot Positioning
* . . . Gallery of Foot Pegs / Shifters / Heel-Toe
Footboards / Floorboards
* . . . Homemade floorboards by beuz
* . . . Gallery of Floorboards
Linkage Related
* . . . Linkage Mods
* . . . 2009 HD XL 1200C Shift Lever Assembly Modification
Kickstand
* . . . Kickstand Mods
Kickstand replaced on a 2003 1200C
(See the alternative spring choice in the REF Section)
(See the alternative kickstand bushings in the REF Section)
Using an aftermarket jiffy stand and spring with the hinge pin, brass bushings and cotter pin from HD, total cost (over $90). 1)
You can see the top bushing and the cotter pin. Notice how the bushing has a small bit of room to rock back and forth.
As per the manual you will have to make sure that is greased well and inspect every servicing.
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There is a perfect hole in the bracket on the frame to hold the bottom bushing in place (meaning it can't move like the top one can.
Also you can see where the spring attaches. Also check this for problems at every servicing.
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Kickstand Spring Alternative
Alternative Kickstand Spring (as identified by il67bp)
Everbilt 13/16“ x 4” Zinc-Plated Extension Spring (2-Pack)
Kickstand Bushings Alternative
| In 1998 the kickstand bushings were added to all models - The other 1998 parts were still the same as previous model years: 50003-89A . PIN, CLEVIS 50005-85A . SPRING, JIFFY STAND 50006-89 . . JIFFY STAND but the bushings were added: 53176-08 . . BUSHING (2ea) The mounting holes in the kickstand tab at the frame were enlarged from that model year forward to accomodate the bushings. |
(See this discussion on the XLForum)
SpartanDen
Kickstand Bushing Dimensions
overall length. .250
inside dia. .375
outside dia. .500
flange. .685 dia
flange thk. .050
Grainger
P/N 12R786
P/N 12R657
These sizes are the same as the factory bushings, but are made of other material.
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Deimus
Kickstand Bushing Dimensions
Overall length: 5/16“
Inside diameter: 13/32” (just bigger than 3/8“)
Outside diameter: 1/2”
Flange diameter: 11/16“
Thickness of flange: 1/32” (yes the OEM is thin)
Bracket hole diameter: 1/2“ precisely
Jiffystand pin diameter: 3/8” precisely
Inside diameter of the worn bushing end: 15/32“ (very floppy on the pin)
