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Did you guys see this? http://saturn.dnsprotect.com/~rivcopro/products/product.php?productid=449&cat=402&page=1 Brent said he was working on these, looks like they are ready. SWEET!!

agreed!! sweet!!

It looks like they did a top notch job.

It looks substantial and I thank the good folks at RIVCO for being an active participant in the supply of aftermarket parts and accessories for the BA/SM.

However, I think this may be a case of ‘Too little, too late’. Long ago, there was whining and crying and gnashing of teeth because of the lack of a center stand installed as standard equipment, more whining because there was no Triumph supplied bolt-on accessory, and yet again, more whining, begging and pleading for someone in the aftermarket to supply such an add-on. I recall because I include myself as one who recognized the center stand as an integral part of a well equipped motorcycle. Likewise, I also felt that a motorcycle sold without a tool kit was somehow shorting the consumer. In time I can to realize that today’s motorcycle, when properly maintained, has little use for the aforementioned devises. Although I still carry a smattering of tools, they have not been used – Unlike with the bikes I owned with ‘70s and ‘80’s manufacturing in which I used the tools in what was probably measurable in ‘miles per wrench’. I also came to realize that the center stand, although still a nice thing to “carry”, is something I have had no use for. One could argue that the one time you are along the road with a flat, the center stand would certainly be of benefit. I’ll counter with, this bike can easily be set on its side without strain or damage. Its all about personal perception and how ‘prepared’ one feels they must be, but I’ll go out on a limb and suggest that the cost and added weight of the center stand that will not have the use of the stands of yore will influence how many of these that get sold. Personally, I’d rather spend the $300 + on tires and fuel. (JM2C)

Big price tag! Ouch!

Otherwise nice

Another fine addition for the family. I also greatly appreciate the efforts of the aftermarket guys, but on the other hand, I don't see myself buying one at that price.
Keep em coming though, more is betterrer

I can't see how that could not decrease ground clearance.

I would consider it if it was about 2/3 that price and if I still had a chain. One thing I hated about chain maintenance was the old roll-and-spray dance, or hauling out the jack. Maybe they could do a plain black powder-coated one for less money.

Of course, if I have another kick stand break, I might get a center stand instead. Of course, those are only $85 new from the factory.

I'd do a black one at a cheaper price as well.

I do not see the point of crome in this location,black would be more appropriate and save money.

They aren't ready yet. We're probably looking at early to mid April.

-brent

I have a lift, but still use my $12, homemade wooden lift for chain lube and oil change jobs. Works like a charm.

NO WAY at that price. Thats insane. Crooks. I'd expect that at HD. C'mon Rivco, loosen the reigns.

While I don't want one of these, I don't think the price is out of line. There must have been an awful lot of time and effort that went into making these for bikes that really aren't supposed to have them.
Bike parts are expensive. Custom bike parts are more expensiver.

I agree with some of the earlier posts that a black one could be cheaper and make more sense. You're not going to see the chrome under the bike when retracted. It looks well engineered and would be functional and helpful in many situations. I'd be interested but I don't want to pay that much and I don't want more chrome to polish, especially in hard to get to places.

Sent an email to RIVCO asking about the possibility of a black centerstand.

My email:
What is the potential for a centerstand in black for those of us who do not show our bikes and don't want to polish it, but need one because we ride and might have to wrench on the side of the road? Thanks for developing the centerstand.

RIVCO response:
as a matter of fact we are discussing that right now,,, i wont know more until later,,, Holly

Holly Underwood <rivcoproducts@wi.rr.com>

If you go to the RIVCO website you can beat them up about the price and maybe they can work it down.
Contact page

Just tried the original link again to have another look...
"This product is unavailable or temporary disabled."

So I followed jj's link, carped about the cost, and added a vote for the basic black too.

Getting more email from RIVCO.
If you're interested, Holly wants you to email RIVCO directly using her supplied email address (rather than the comment page on the website I suspect, see below). Here's your chance.

My email:
Holly,

Thanks for that rocket fast response!
There are several forum members at www.bonnevilleamerica.com who've expressed interest in a centerstand over the years but are not really hot on a chrome one (that is being commented on as a bit pricey).

Again, thanks for the fast reply and thanks to the RIVCO team for coming up with a centerstand for the Triumph America.

John Goodwin

From: "Holly Underwood" <rivcoproducts@wi.rr.com>
To: <jjgoodwin3@hotmail.com>
Subject: RE: Rivco Products, Inc.: User filled in Contact Us form!
Brent from NewBonneville has also expressed his thoughts on this,, and he is pushin for the black,,, in the past we started with black and demand for chrome was overwhelming, you tell the boys on the board to send their wishes to me,,,, <Holly> direct email is rivcoproducts@wi.rr.com,,, the more I hear the more effective I can be in getting you guys what you want!!!!

Hols

She sounds like good people.

Sent my e-mail off this afternoon.......Angelis

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She sounds like good people.

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Holly is a dream to deal with.

-brent

BZZT! Wrong answer. Thank you for playing. Here's a copy of the home game.

got e mail that black is way to go....... looks like lots sent their e mails

Yea, got mine back a few weeks ago Holly said the way forward looks like the black one

I'd be interested too.... but follow the link and it's gone... they seem to have been pulled off the site.

Holly Underwood [rivcoproducts@wi.rr.com]

Email address of Holly above G, more the merrier and more people that show an interest the more likely it will be to be made

I was more thinking postage.... then split them up when they get this side of the Atlantic. Or hope that when someone goes over there (or someone comes for there to here) that they have enough room in their luggage... All for personal use of course Mr Taxman!

But I'll email when I get home.