Modifying the Honda CL350 Side Stand for Rear Sets

Fitting rear sets to a Honda CL350 Scrambler café racer can create an unexpected problem—the original side stand can interfere with the new foot peg position. In this episode I work through several possible solutions and modify the side stand so the rear sets can be fitted without losing a practical way to park the motorcycle.

I look at the option of fitting a universal side stand, compare it with adapting the original Honda side stand, and then decide on the solution that works best for this build. I reposition the original stand, make the necessary modifications and use Rivet Nuts (Rivnuts) to create a secure mounting point.

In This Episode

• Why rear sets interfere with the original side stand

• Looking at different side stand solutions

• Fitting and assessing a universal side stand

• Adapting and repositioning the original Honda side stand

• Fabricating the custom side stand solution

• Modifying the side stand mounting arrangement

• Using Rivet Nuts (Rivnuts/Nutserts) to mount the side stand

This is one of those small but important details that comes up when converting a vintage Honda into a café racer. Moving the foot controls changes the relationship between several components, so solving these fitment problems properly is part of building a motorcycle that's not just good-looking but functional too.

Follow the 1971 Honda CB350 Scrambler café racer build as the fabrication, modifications and custom details continue.