Trick to get Bike on Center Stand

Maybe one of the GS'ers could show you, Steve's absolutely right that it just comes down to using the proper technique. I'll offer if you're nearby.

Tried That no go

I've tried putting my hands in every position possible and shifting my weight while lifting and the bike doesn't Jump at all. the only way I can get it on the stand is to stand on the centerstand tab, then lift like crazy at the rear of the bike. Not easy.

[Steve]

The trick is to use your weight, not your muscles.

Even if you are a relative light-weight, it takes the same technique.

Stand on the left side of the bike, lower the centerstand with your right foot.
Press down on the lifting tab, tilt the bike upright while pressing down on the tab, you will feel when both of the centerstand feet are touching the ground.
Put the lifting tab of the centerstand in a position under your foot where you will be comfortable standing on it.
Put your left hand on the left grip on the handlebar, your right hand on the lifting rail under the edge of the seat.
Lean over the bike, put ALL of your weight on your right foot. Yes, the bike will be stable.
Lift a little with both hands, the bike will practially jump onto the centerstand.

Portdave had problems lifing his 750, too. I showed him how to do this.
Then I had him do it with my 900-pound Wing.
Let's just say that he was surprised how easy it is to do with the correct technique.

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My 1983 1100GL is the heaviest bike I have owned at 538 lbs. I'm not weak or small, but I have had a hard time getting this bike on the center stand. The only way I have had sucess is to put my foot on the stand and grab the frame and pull. I fail much more than succeed. I have realized that I filled both gear boxes with 90 weight while on the kick stand. Not good?
To make the job easier I applied teflon oil to the stand but that didn't do the trick. I don't have a bike jack, so I thought I could use a car jack with a piece of wood to get it up than just put the stand down and lower the jack. Any tricks or help appreciated. Gord