its an F4.. so maybe I can get more answers here..

I never noticed this before, but my sidestand seems to have some play in it in and out.. I can move it maybe 1/4inch or so it seems (measured at the end). I cannot remember if it had this play in it before.. maybe it was tighter? I took a vid of it that I will upload in a bit....

The mounting bolts and the the lower nut all seem tight..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F--Xs9wa41M

The beginning and the end shows the movement best..

I packed some heavy grease into the pivot... it springs beautifully now to the up and down position... Like I said... I might be worrying excessively, but the last thing I need is for a worn side stand to let the bike drop especially when it sits this winter.... thanks guys/gals.

If some of you could do a quick check next time you ride, it would be greatly appreciated...

Adam

 

Its normal.

 

Mine does the same thing. Video made me nautious btw

 

ROFL! Yeah.. wasnt easy to help the wife hold up the bike, hold the camera, aim the flashlight, and move the sidestand...

sorry bout that, but thanks for the reply.

Adam