[Maybert73]

These are both about the same price where I am. Any opinions on one vs the other? I'm not worried about the "bouncing" problem. IMHO when you ride hard they all do that.

Thanks!

 

[eltel62]

In the unlikely event that someone has tried both and compared them your only ever going to get someone's opinion on what they have!

I have OEM, it rolls nicely with good leg pressure leaving light work for the hands. Maybe the SW does too? I do have SW bars and 8L dry bags though so no axe to grind there.

 

[6986]

I have had several Hondas with Centre stands as original equipment over the years. I never had one break. As such the choice would have been easy for me if I had had to make it. However the choice was already made for me as the bike came with the OEM stand on purchase.

 

[Maybert73]

Thank you for the replies folks!

I've fallen into the trap of overthinking some of these accessories. I just used the magic 8 ball on my desk to make my decision. SW Motech it is!

 

[Mudslinger]

I have the OEM. Good sturdy stand. But yea, your overthinking it.

 

[sybjer]

I have been pondering the same thing. And have noticed that the SW Motech has a rear suspension link plate that appears to attach to the center stand. Most bash plates from what I have seen do not protect this part, so I have been eyeing the SW option. My only problem is where to purchase them? Ive seen pictures but have not seen available for purchase.

 

[Drum Dog]

I have the OEM and love it.

 

[paulwb99]

http://www.crfsonly.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/326_327/products_id/6002

 

[JasonWD]

Mine has the SW-Motech one.

I compared it to a Honda one and I think if you can, get the Honda one. The springs are way stronger on the Honda one.

I also noticed that the bar that connects the two legs together is a bit more out of the way on the Honda one.

Since getting the SW one my bike has been taking a chunk out of our deck when I bounce up onto it to park. I have a feeling it's that bar.