Quote " Unloaded the center stand is a bit difficult to use, loaded it's a no go. I weigh in at 9.5 stone."
Need to put a little weight on....
I have found that loaded getting on the center stand is still no probs.
Same setting as you. 20mm lowered & fronts dropped by 12mm.
With my right foot on center stand, right hand on grab rail I push & pull & up it goes. Simples.
Can I ask where you are off too.??
VT
Ps. If anyone is going to Lower their V Strom the e, bay bones are OK.
I think I paid about £15 for mine. Same thickness as originals. I can't see any reason for paying anymore than that...So nif you want them black just paint them. Job done.