Center stand corrosion - what could possibly go wrong?

[ST1100Y]

... a reinforcing piece of steel welded over that hole ...

Adding weight seems risky... the stand bangs the tarmac when hitting a deepening as it is, doubt the springs can handle much, adding weight could cause constant rattle...

Arguments like bits falling off are valid, but also bad would it be collapsing while trying to put it on, or the bike already resting on it (like during the night)...

 

[MerlF]

Hello,

When I picked up my 07 1300 from a service last week my mechanic pointed out the corrosion on my center stand. My immediate reaction was - I can live without using that. However, it's already starting to annoy me. So, before I find a replacement and pay for the many hours of labour to change it, is it worth it? Should I try to live without it?



Colm.

Wire brush and paint!

 

[jdmccright]

Looks like a pretty good crack coming from that hole. I'd degrease it, have someone weld up the crack, grind it flat, and repaint.