I find it harder to be on the bike than on the side pulling on the side rails to get off the side stand

tankyuong,

I am able to use the side stand while sitting on the bike.

The center stand is another matter - I dismount and then deploy the center stand.

I think you're asking how we individually prefer to take our bikes off the centre stand? I find it easiest whilst sitting on the bike, but then I'm 6"1' and over 100Kgs.

I dismount, hold onto the left (rear) brake lever, grab the rail at the back and pull the bike off its center stand while immediately engaging the rear brake so as to stop any unwanted movement. Then I mount up and ride off.

I do exactly what Bill does. Takes just a little practice and it becomes very natural. Same thing about getting it back up on the center stand. Used to be a nightmare for me to do. Now I surprise myself with how easy it is. Rocking off the center stand is much easier.

Gary

Bill were too much alike! I use the same method as Bill, but not being as tall I mount the bike (set the parking brake) and grab both hand grips with my feet hanging over the floor boards. Then in one fluid movement pull back then push forward and the bike will come off the center stand, my feet already in the landing position. I say set the parking brake because if you are on the flat or any incline the bike will continue to move forward, and if you are not ready for that then it might cause you to fall over (don't ask me how I know this ). It may take you a few times to get the "feel" for how hard to have to push but you will be able to do it quite quickly. I very rarely "pull" the bike off the center stand, if it is not completly vertical or is leaning away from you it may fall over (don't ask me how I know this either ) When I was a newbie with the SW its weight caught me by surprise several times, luckily never any injuries or damage to the scoot. Once you get comfortable with your scoot it will become second nature.

Scoot... it has been a long time since I tried it with the brake set. But if my memory serves me... my scoot does NOT MOVE with the brake set. I will try it again tomorrow just to see. I can see the advantage of setting it if it does move a little for you.
Gary

I can't get my bike off the center stand by myself. It's very frustrating, but I always have to ask for help. I've tried...and wound up replacing my windshield, if you know what I mean.

...it's all good!

Scoot... I just sat on my bike with the brake set while on the center stand. I was sitting on bike, pushed back on back rest and then as the scoot rocked forward, it came right off the stand. No problem. I do like the brake being set, but it is not absolutely necessary for me now that I have a little experience in handling the Swing better. I am glad I read this thread.
BTW, I am only 6' tall and able to sit flat footed on the seat while on the center stand. Surprised me that I have that much more extra leg length after reading some of the post from other riders that are similar in height but have problem flat footing. So much of riding the Silverwing is just natural. Get on, crank up, point and ride. For an old physically limited person, this is such a joy to own.
Gary

I'm sure it helps when you are 6'5" and 235 lbs, but I just straddle the bike, lean forward, and push a bit...

I'm 6'2" and weigh a good bit more than an eighth of a ton. I just straddle the seat, grab the handle bars, and push it forward off the stand.

I rock it off the center stand, even with the wife on the back, we kinda got the rocking thing down pat. Dick

I have not tried the two-up-rock off the centerstand yet, always loaded off the side stand. I'll give it a try next time.

I very rarely have it on its center stand, tho I usually stand next to it and roll it forward when I do.

I use the center stand about 90% of the time. Somehow I worry when it's leaning on the side stand...it's just me I guess. But I'm short and putting on the stand is hard. I really have to rock it and stand on that stand and pull up on the railing but I can get it most of the time. I just rock it to get it down and make sure I have my hand on the brake as it comes down. I have gotten it off while on but I think I look like a child trying to rock if off of the stand.

I'm really close to going to my wifes' work place and trying the two up rock move. Now that IS something I haven't tried. Watch Fox News for film at 11.
Gary

I am 5-6 and I have no problem getting the bike off the center stand while sitting on it. Depending on the incline, I might rock (front to back) it a little bit. Thanks.

When I took delivery of my Swing, the salesman parked it on the mainstand facing uphill on a very steep driveway. Yep, It took 3 of us to move it, maybe thats why I dont use it all that much. LOL

I tried the rocking method but since I am 135lbs it took two times.

I sort of flail about helplessly, like an overturned turtle, until it finally drops.

While sitting on the Swing with the motor running, rev it up to about 2000 RPM's and lean way back until the rear wheel hits the ground. You will get slightly airborne and go directly into a wheelie. Just kidding of course.

I use the rock it off the stand method.

I use the rockit off the stand method

I bet that beats everyone away from the traffic-lights!

I just give it a little rock and usually have parking brake on so it doesn't want to roll off from me. I am one who doesn't use the center stand to often. I have had no problems with the side stand. It works well for me and it supports the bike well. One note, I live on flat land so that might make a difference.

Now I have had a couple of weeks to play with my wing.

I use a combination of methods depending on the terrain. Bit of rock, bit of standing by the side and taking off the stand. The side stand is used too.

I do find the rock method more difficult than my Burgman, (400), thats due to the slightly higher seat and my short legs.