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From "Bob" http://www.concours.org/centerstand.html
Here's my story, and I'm sticking to it!

I am 5'10", about 180, and 60 yrs old. Not strong at all. But, I use the side steppin almost ballet technique. Yep!

Start by leaving the regular kickstand down. (It might come in handy if you drop the bike that way.)

Next, upright the bike, like you are on it, but you stand by the side. Left hand on handle bar, right hand on grab/lift handle. Get the front wheel straight too, otherwise, you'll be down the river.

Then, move the bike forward about 2 feet, reverse the action backwards (nice huh). While going back, instigate the sidesteppin/ballet technique. As the Connie is moving back, take a right step back, take a left foot step back after that, (almost stepping past your right foot) gaining speed, and then slam down the kickstand with your right foot as you continue to move backwards. Like a 1 and a 2a and a 3..... and lifto the beast. It goes right up on over. But, you better be sure you have that steering bar straight. Or, you could be minced meat.

I have used this techique with a full tank, a tank bag, a duffel bag on the back seat, and a Givi case full, with golf clubs strapped on too.

And video on Youtube:

How to put your GTR1000 (Concours) on its centre stand

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0lbnHxBtSA

Cheers, Craig