I got a Salsa Vaya off Facebook a bit ago and wanted to add this Velo Orange Copenhagen center kickstand with the extra plate on it. While installing, I realized the brake cable guide braze-on was in the way of the center bridge, so I just kinda put it on diagonally (with electrical tape protecting the paint). Additionally the rear derailleur cable going under rubs a bit against the bottom of the kickstands opposite side. A quick spin around the block feels fine, I just wanna know if this is actually something sketchy or could cause damage. The frame is steel so I think its ok
by 4-Polytope
8 Comments
It’s fine.
Sometimes 😐
I guess it’s fine, but personally I would make the top spacer plate shorter. And file down the bottom spacer plate so that there is minimal friction with the cable.
It’s a bit sketchy but that’s okay 😅
https://www.modernbike.com/greenfield-kickstand-top-plate-bolt-and-washer-kit-for-better-clearance-with-top-swing-derailleurs
I’ve seen many bikes with this kind of clamp-on system with crushed chain stays. I tend to think the frame should be designed for a kick stand for it to work effectively and consistently. Not as an aftermarket accessory to be installed on any bike.
Just get a kickstand that attaches to the chain stay/seat stay if you’re worried about it.
it’s fine. i don’t love the rear derailer cable rubbing though. if possible, file or sand down the bottom there so it doesn’t interfere. i didn’t see that when i originally made my post (this is edited). the rest of this is fine though.