Service that Harley Davidson Kickstand! You'll love it.

[@Shovel1978]

That moment when you realize that you have been doing things the hard way for years.....oh, the things you learn on the internet. Thanks Mike.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. And, it happens to all of us.

[@toddcoen1326]

Mike your a natural born teacher. Very clear and easy to understand. Keep the Shovelhead videos coming. Love it.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@perfectcell7995]

Man your videos are so relaxing to watch,even if I never work on a Harley I still appreciate the time and effort you put into the content

[@pacificmike9501]

I appreciate that!

[@Patrick_B687-3]

Three months later it’s still amazing how much pleasure such a simple thing can provide.

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool. Thank you.

[@zaredlayne514]

Removing the leg stop, and pushing the leg forward to release spring tension was exactly what I needed to see. Knew there had to be a better way, and was not surprised my KZbin search found a Pacific Mike video with that perfect tip and clear instruction. Thanks Mike!

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad it helped!

[@JamesCarter-ii4up]

Yes Pure Gold... I agree 110%...make life easier for Me... Thank you for being there Sir

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you for watching. Glad to be of service.

[@richardhall916]

Thanks Mike! My spring is on order, I now know how easy this job is. I'm totally confident I can do this!

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad to help

[@DuaelFuel]

Great video Mike ! Re-installing the spring was driving me crazy ! Then boom ! I watched your video.

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad it helped

[@paulj7149]

Very simple procedure, takes 5 minutes and what a difference it makes. No more prying at the spring with a screwdriver. Thanks Mike, powerful stuff, keep the great videos coming! Best channel on old Harley-Davidson's out there on the web!!

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool! Glad it worked for you.

[@kimber4573]

The Rob Ross of Shovelheads.. He just makes watching a joy.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@Shibby13499431]

Don’t listen to they nay sayers. You’ve helped a ton of people. Your help is even worth more than the monetary gain from KZbin. Thanks for helping me build a parts box slab shovel!

[@pacificmike9501]

And I appreciate you too.

[@shovelhead2369]

Thanks Mike , I knew you would have a less stressful way to attach the spring 🤣

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad to help. Any other way gets real dangerous real fast.

[@rcanoli99]

Thank you Mike - got a NOS kickstand for my '81 - nice to know I won't have to stretch the spring to make the swap. Great camera and sound as always, thanks for all your videos - this one probably saved me from doing something stupid. Thanks again!

[@pacificmike9501]

We all had do it wrong until it clicked in how it worked. Thank You

[@janehonda9972]

Hey Mike. Jus luv your videos. Changing the jiffystand spring today. Thank you. Hauled home from Pennsylvania to Boston area March 2017 (in 10 degree weather) a black 1984 early model Harley FXRT. Under 12,000 miles. Been working on it since then. I replaced laced (21" front) to used 9 spoke (19") and rear laced to 9 spoke (16" both) with new tires and had a shop set endplay. New progressive springs, fork seals, oil, and greased steering stem bearings. New speedo drive. New switches thru the bars, new Le Pera sport seat, and seat latch which was missing Probably got the last NOS from Black Cat Harley in NC). Made my own seat hold down strap from coated cable and ring terminals. New performance Machine 4 piston front caliper. Waiting on a Rox Speed riser to measure for all new cables. I'm 5'5.5" tall and 120 lbs so I need a few adjustments to feel comfy. Lol. I've replaced rotted circuit breakers and got after market turn signal lights. It had none. Wiring from the circuit breaker panel to the back done with a little bit of marine heat shrink. I'll be rewiring and reconfiguring length and placement under left side of the gas tank the rest with Deustche connectors cuz the old connectors were inside a long gone fairing and not waterproof. Right now it's a rat's nest but I'll be keeping original color coding on everything. Got beefy chrome chain adjusters. The lollypops were bent and worn and kinda flimsy. Had to weld repair the primary cover. Evidently someone tried to torque the drain plug and cracked it. Retapped and works fine. You can't see the repair as it faces down. Also had to helicoil the one long screw on that cover which was stripped. It torqued up fine. Cleaned the chain with some kerosene. Chain and sprocket are good. New air filter, plugs and wires in the wings waiting for the moment of truth. Last thing would be purchase of a 2 piston rear caliper and readjust chain before the moment of truth when I turn the key. Can't thank guys like you enough for your helpful videos. I've never worked on big scoots before. At almost 66 I find garage time enjoyable, satisfying, peaceful. Thanks again Mike. As we say in Bostin, you're wikked awsome.

[@pacificmike9501]

Wow! Thank you, and, it sounds like you're getting ready for Spring. That RT is a great road bike. Have fun.

[@pacificmike9501]

Just a little sidenote for you. FXR's are awesome. The coolest thing is of course, the chassis. Very few people take the time to align that frame. It's in your service manual and I've done it a lot. It makes a tremendous difference in handling, which is what that bike is all about.

[@sbaisden100]

Mike: Awesome video. I did this service with your instruction today on my ‘76 Shovelhead Super Glide. I can’t believe I waited this long... what a difference!

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad it helped you.

[@royceweslowski3730]

Thanks Mike. I have watched many of your videos. I have a 1979 superglide 80ci. This is my first Harley I have been riding since I was 7 years old. I am 58 now. I like to do my own mechanical work. It’s the only way to know how it works and keep costs low. Take care.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you for watching. More to come. I think it's either in your blood or it's not. You repair it and maintain it to save money and get closer to it.

[@gregkoe60]

Hi. We call them a sidestand here in Australia. Another Good informative lesson. Thanks.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. Harley says, "Jiffy Stand."

[@joesurfer9754]

First time I ever heard of this. GREAT VIDEO!.. I Have not serviced mine in 40 years and because of that, I am afraid to take it apart.

[@pacificmike9501]

You funny. Take it apart, carefully and easily. Clean it and put it back together.

[@Hoyt1911A1]

Thanks again for another great video Mike. I had that same kickstand on my 76 FLH when I got it. The bike has a slight rake and extended tubes so the previous owner put that type of stand on it that didn't have the heel piece on it so whenever I wanted to put the stand down I had to reach down and grab it with my hand. I got tired of that so I tried an experiment. I got a stock kickstand knowing that the bike would lean over too far due to the shorter length. I took the stop off and dropped a piece of thin flat stock in there so it was between the shaft and the mount. That kept the stand from going up too far and causing the bike to lean over too far. That way I could let the stand down with my foot. I wondered how long it would last but forgot about it until I saw this video. That was almost twenty five years ago and it still works great. I hope you are enjoying yourself and getting to do some things you like while helping the rest of us. May God bless you.

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool. Thank You.

[@williamquire2115]

Can't tell how many times I have fought with that spring . Thanks good lesson

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@fernominal]

Great service explanation! Awesome looking motorcycle!! Thanks for the post!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you.

[@Mattis_Bengtsson]

this channel is gold man

[@pacificmike9501]

What a compliment! Thank you. We're going slowly forward. More to come.

[@glennmassengill3532]

Glad I ran across your videos👍 the jiffy stand spring on my old Shovelhead kicked my ass.

[@pacificmike9501]

I learned the hard way. You'll mend. Thank you.

[@Patrick_B687-3]

You just turned this into a peave for me too. Not much different than my 04 Softail, and I'll be doing this today. I've been tired of this squeaking thing for a while now. Thanks for showing how easy this is P Mike!

[@pacificmike9501]

It's funny, but that video is because I can't stand other people's squeaky kickstands. Thank you for eliminating another annoyance.

[@jonnyrox116]

I've always slip a small section of automotive heater hose on the leg wherever it makes contact with the frame or peg knuckle...or wherever to keep down the rattles...now I use this clear tubing I found at the homeless deport and you can't even see it. Change it out every time you service the jiffy stand...just part of ownership with early model and mid century vehicles 2wheels or 4. Mike I like your methodology!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. And a great suggestion.

[@leibstandartejager8582]

Great job, you are correct, keep em clean , can be a bad day if it’s stiff. Great job. Brothers forever 🇨🇦

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you.

[@eroberobe6931]

Thanks for this - very easy to follow and helpful

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@priceamp]

Well hell Mike, what a simple task, but it never occurred to me to take the nut off to clean the jiffy stand. I always just waste too much brake cleaner spraying down into the stand and cramming a rag in there afterwards with a screw driver to clean it. My old method doesn't do a very good job, waste brake cleaner and makes a hell of a mess. Silly how we as humans can miss the obvious sometimes (most of the time for me). So now I know how to clean the jiffy stand and maybe more importantly, how to change a busted jiffy spring without pinching my fingers. Thanks for vid. Please keep them coming.

[@pacificmike9501]

Too many people have been hurt by springs. We'll bring out more stuff as time allows. Thank you for watching and responding.

[@priceamp]

Speaking of springs, would really like to see how you assemble brake shoes on older brake drums with those huge springs. Another area where one can really hurt themselves. I'm sure you have a trick or two on this one.

[@pacificmike9501]

Not a difficult task. I was, of course, raised on drum brakes, and I have an annoying squeak coming from the front brake on my Panhead. Hopefully, we'll get to it soon.

[@dougreno3391]

Thanks for the awesome insight and instruction. I'll do that procedure to my Ultra tomorrow.

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool

[@mikebrabant4170]

Next oil change I'll do the jiffy stand service, it will be a first for me! thanks for the video.

[@pacificmike9501]

It's an easy service, kickstand works much better, and it lasts way longer. Be careful with that spring. Thank you for watching.

[@edsmith2562]

I've been using lithium grease on the kick stand for near 50 years. It attracts and holds much less crud than waxy grease and stands up to heat better. If you use the spray can type, then hit it from the top before washing your bike (as a flush), then a quick shot after washing. Give it a wipe after the solvent flashes out and Bob's ur uncle.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@moparnapalm]

I like the double anderson pegs !

[@daxi6]

Very nice job Sir.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you.

[@marcussellers9512]

Your a clever bloke mate great vids with lots of solid tips, keep it up

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. We try and we hopefully, get better.

[@jorgep.654]

Great tip, I have been wanting to do this for a while, nice video to do this

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. I'm glad you found it helpful.

[@danielrowe4777]

Using your tips on my 51. Thanks Mike

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. I'm pleased that you liked it.

[@elsdp-4560]

THANK YOU...for sharing. Enjoyed.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you.

[@djtonyrome1958]

Thank you my Friend, Great Video instructions

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you like it.

[@billmago7991]

Thanks Mike ,you saved my day

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool.

[@flanateurist]

Thanks! Very straight forward and helpful.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you.

[@Rob_1776]

Man that sure is a pretty scooter brother! I really love the Knuckleheads! I've said that though! It would be a dream bike for me! It's cool how you take the time to show people what your doing! No speeding up the videos or turning off the camera why you loosen up bolts or whatever! At least the 2 or 3 vids I've seen! But I subscribed brother! Even if you don't per say work on a Ironhead or anything! Just interesting to see and learn!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. I love it all. We work on whatever needs work. Don't have any Sportsters around at the moment. One of my buddies has a '69 that's awesome. I had a '58. Just haven't had one around lately.

[@bobb.9152]

And it only took a "jiffy" to explain it. Don't you love that name for a KICKSTAND. Good job Mike.

[@pacificmike9501]

Yep. It's cool old trivia.

[@bobb.9152]

@@pacificmike9501 ,Mike you and me are old trivia. 😊

[@chrisrhoy]

Yeah, yeah, yeah. Another great video. BUT! I almost didn't recognize you. Where's the denim shirt? I thought you were using a stunt double for a minute. I was sincerely joking about the first part - I'm hooked on your station and greatly appreciate all the insight you've gained the hard way that you share so easily. Thanks a lot. Something simple like those 1/4-20 alignment pins make a huge difference.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. That is an early video of ours. If you go to our KZbin Homepage and click on "videos," there are over two hundred of them.

[@paulwojnar2291]

In a word, awesome.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@LonesomeNomad137]

As usual, well done.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks again!

[@dawg141]

Son of a *****%%%%! This old dawg learned a new trick! Good job!!!!!

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool. Thank you.

[@HoustonR6ryda]

Thank you.

[@pacificmike9501]

You're welcome!

[@billvaughn4331]

Nice video, thanks.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@robertdees2179]

Another good tip ,thank you

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you.

[@dgadver]

Great video!!!!!!

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jbyfaith06]

I saw another video that recommended connecting the spring hook on the backside of the jiffy stand loop hole. There wont be a great deal of resistance and I don't think it makes contact like I believe the spring and your jiffy stand is making in your video. Nevertheless, the way you did it will still work.

[@pacificmike9501]

It always has. Different fork legs (bunch of different manufacturers) have different bends (even slightly), the tabs can be different, what works for you is what works. I don't make the rules.

[@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369]

HOWDY Mike, Jiffy-Stand, Kick-Stand, SIDE-PROP, Adjustment & SERVICE Thanks ... COOP .......................................

[@pacificmike9501]

I just didn't want to listen to everyone's stand squeak anymore. It irritates me. And, I'm hard to irritate.

[@ImHereForPearlJamVid]

I *believe* the spring is attached to the leg on the wrong side. it should come in from the front?

[@pacificmike9501]

Try again.

[@labf1969]

great! thanks

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@Junior-fd8ux]

Iv found on my 87 FXRC that the holes for the pins have been rounded out leaving a lot of slop! The thing hangs low and need to repair it, im wondering the best way of doing it. All i can think of is have a welder fill the holes in properly and redrilling the holes? I'm pretty green but am working my ass of to square this bike away because i truly love it. Any info would be great an thanks for the content!

[@pacificmike9501]

You have a great Harley model. No wonder you're going to the effort. I'd have to see it. The FXR's have a kind of funky kickstand. But, I'm sure it can be repaired. I can't quite envision the problem. But, a creative welder is always an asset.

[@Junior-fd8ux]

@@pacificmike9501 Thank you for your info and i appreciate the kinds word about my bike. My fathers best friend bought it new and put a HD Springer front end on it in the early 90s. I know that's a pretty unorthodox FXR front end but it rides great and looks great..to me anyway lol. Thanks Mike. Love the channel!

[@TheRustyGarageandHomestead]

Awsome. Really enjoy watching your videos. I love the old harleys. What bike lift do you use in your shop and would you buy it again if u needed another one or go with a different one? Thanks

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you like our videos. Thank you for watching. Sorry, but not taking part in any surveys at this time.

[@TheRustyGarageandHomestead]

Pacific Mike no biggie. Just wondering what lifts you use. They look nice and look like they work good. I'm needing to purchase a bike lift and not sure what to get. There's a lot of them on the market.

[@mattnesbitt6633]

Mike, any idea what would make the kickstand not stop going forward when everything is together? Is there an over travel notch possibly worn out?

[@pacificmike9501]

Something is wrong. Maybe the leg stop is broken, worn, or loose.

[@mattnesbitt6633]

@@pacificmike9501 yes sir, that was it. Leg stop is wommped out not doing it’s job. Thanks man!

[@kendasilva5971]

Mike, thanks for the easy to understand videos; always good, informative stuff! ... I noticed the footpeg that is attached directly to the frame under the primary cover..is this a custom-made bracket or are they available from an aftermarket vendor?

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. That is the original floorboard mount. Reproductions are available from V-Twin in New York, also known as Tedd Cycle.

[@josephaurit3667]

I LIKE THEBOX END ANC D SPRAY GREESE BRAKE PARTS CLEANER

[@pacificmike9501]

Okayfine.

[@jacobo9611]

I have an 06 sportster 1200, does not have a top screw, only a bearing and basically a cotter pin holding it in with the spring. I bought a cycle gear new spring and it won’t stay retracted, basically gotta hold it in place to park bike… annoying but guessing I need a Harley made spring?

[@pacificmike9501]

I'm afraid a great number of aftermarket kickstand springs have done this to a lot of us. Some products are good and some aren't.

[@jacobo9611]

@@pacificmike9501 copy thanks for the quick reply, headed to Harley now. Good video fyi, I’ll have to checkout more later

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@jacobo9611]

@@pacificmike9501 it was the spring, the chrome aftermarket from cycle gear is not the same as they list

[@martincvitkovich724]

I wish I had 1/2 of your cool. Is a Twinkie sidestand the same? I know the Twinkie has a 'ride-off ' stand, in case a rider forgets to put it up, which I can testify works great. But after 20 years , I just been squirting wd-40 on it, but it deserves better.

[@pacificmike9501]

I think yours may be a little different. Shouldn't be too tough.

[@FreedomRider1982]

Enjoyed ✌🌴☮

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you.

[@davypig571]

I did mine a couple weeks ago and it didnt really need it....I guess it’s a sickness of mine too!

[@pacificmike9501]

You bet. The point is, to maintain things before they "need" attention.

[@josephcivita1450]

I installed a brand new spring on my shovelhead. Used the same method. Only now the stand sags even more than it did with the 40+ year old spring. Any thoughts Mike?

[@pacificmike9501]

Some springs are just not made well. If you can, an original is best, but hard to find. Sometimes the jiffy stand leg itself is a poor replacement for the original.

[@josephcivita1450]

@@pacificmike9501 good advice. Thank you Mike for taking the time to respond. You're certainly a wealth of knowledge and a decent guy

[@alstone5257]

hello Mike.

[@pacificmike9501]

Hello.

[@rickstout7626]

my spring is too long .....I think ....when the kick stand is up it wobbles and hangs down a little . Is there a good supplier of the correct spring ?

[@pacificmike9501]

Alot of suppliers make them. Harley used them in different lengths for different models. Your best bet is a genuine Harley specific to your model.

[@jerrymoore8481]

Need to learn to use the box end won't slip and damage chrome

[@pacificmike9501]

Box end chips chrome off. Do it how you do

[@madcarew.3256]

copper grease?

[@pacificmike9501]

Okay

[@galaxynote3612]

Why wouldn't you use your ratchet end?

[@pacificmike9501]

When tightening or loosening chrome bolts, the twelve point end of your wrench can chip the chrome. Old habit. May not bother you, but customers are really pleased when their bike comes back as near perfect as possible. Also, must use highest quality tools for a perfect fit.

[@porcupinebob7907]

Hi Mike!, my jiffy stand on my low mile 2003 Heritage softail rotates too far forward, past the stopper, the big nut is tight, the spring feels a little weak, once its in the slot, I can lean the bike over, but a lot of the time when I just go to kick my stand forwards, it keeps going, wth! lol any info is greatly appreciated, Bro! Thx!

[@pacificmike9501]

I can't really see it, but you can buy the individual parts. Here's where you're really best buying genuine parts from the dealer.

[@porcupinebob7907]

@@pacificmike9501 Ya, I found it on HD's site, exploded views, its a Bracket #33630-00A...ordered it last night lol