The kickstand? If it were stuck down you wouldn't be able to start the bike in gear due to a failsafe. I would replace it. I see your bike is streched so an adjustable one might be best but I don't know how you could survive without one.

 

I fixed the post! I meant he safety switch! not the kickstand itself. sorry

 

All it does is create a circuit when it's up.. Take the wires out of the switch and splice em together.

 

Had the same problem on my 06 when it was brand new. Went back to the dealer 3 times. The bike would just cut off due to the vibration triggering the switch. Almost got killed several times :headshake

Good luck and be careful.

 

Which do you think would be better? Tie the wires together closer to the fuse box or just cut them where they sit? I would rather go with the fuse box! Then you wont be able to see the wires hanging.

 

Cut them off at the switch, put them in a jacketed connector, crimp and tape. Never forget you did that tho. Especially to a possible future buyer. You can kill someone doing that.

 

Yeah i had it cut off on me 7 times in a matter of 2 miles the other week on 501 in myrtle beach. If you have ever been on 501 you know its dangerous!

 

yes, remove it and splice the wires together, come to think of it, I really hate that safety switch, I think I will remove mine as well