Why Dont Mountain Bikes Have Kickstands

Mountain bikes are designed for rugged terrain, not for standing in one place.

Mountain bikes do not have a kickstand because they are designed for riding on rough surfaces, not for standing still. The bike’s chain would get caught on the kickstand and the rider would be thrown off balance.

Why do nice bikes not have kickstands?

Kickstands add weight So, the mere thought of adding some extra metal to their bike is too heavy for them. By all means, a kickstand doesn’t add very much weight to a bike. They even make some out of carbon fiber or lightweight alloy metals. The problem is that they aren’t useful weight.^[1]

Can you add a kickstand to a mountain bike?

Put the rear wheel against something like a sign, tree, or a wall. Mountain bikes have a rear wheel that lacks a side to side rotating mechanism like the front wheel does. It should stay on their sturdily. If all else fails, you can purchase a kickstand for cheap and install it whenever you need to rest it.^[2]

Do bikes not come with kickstands?

The vast majority of bikes designed for actual MTBing or road riding will not come w/ a kickstand because most people who buy them don’t want them due to the aforementioned additional weight and potential for getting hung up.^[3]

Is a kickstand necessary?

The answer to whether or not you need a kickstand depends on the bike you ride. If you have a lightweight mountain or road bike, not only will a kickstand add weight that you don’t need, but it could also damage your frame. You may need a kickstand on a bike if you mostly ride for commuting or touring.^[4]

How do you park a bike without a kickstand?

The best way is to just lean the bike non-drive side with only the handlebar touching the tree. You may also choose to lean your rear wheel and saddle against the tree but that could scratch your saddle up a bit.^[5]

Do you need a kickstand on bike Reddit?

Only time you need a kickstand is if you’re not leaving your bike next to something you can lock it to… not a risk most people are willing to take with their bikes. Other than that it really doesn’t matter if you’re not racing on it.^[6]

Who invented the bike kickstand?

The earliest known kickstand was designed by Albert Berruyer in 1869, and since then kickstands have been independently reinvented many times. It was mounted below the handlebars, so was much longer than more recent designs. A shorter model was patented by Eldon Henderson in 1926.^[7]

Do motorcycles have kickstarts?

Operation. Before starting, kickstart levers are generally unfolded from the side of the motorcycle so that the rider can clear the side of the engine as it rotates.^[8]

What kind of kickstand do I need?

Single-leg kickstands are enough for most of us – road bikes, mountain bikes, and daily commuting bikes will be easily held up by a single-leg kickstand. If you ride a heavy bike tough, loaded touring, delivery, cargo, electric, or motorized, you will likely need a stronger double-leg kickstand.^[9]

How are bicycle kickstands measured?

Hold the bike on a hard surface so it leans slightly to the left. Measure from the center of the bottom bracket down to the floor. This measurement (in millimeters) is the shortest kickstand you should buy.^[10]

What can I use instead of a bike stand?

A storage stand can make a pretty good repair stand, anything that lets the wheels and pedals rotate. A car rack will also work well.^[11]

Why are motorcycle kickstands on the left?

If your bike was meant to lean naturally in one direction, then it would be more likely to lean to the right, as there will normally be a lot more attached to the right side. This is the way that bikes have been designed since manufacturers know that kickstands are probably going to be on the left side of the bike.^[12]