The PDW Sturdy Lad is rated to 88 lbs. It may be a good choice if it doesn't break. The chain stay mount unit would be better for stability for heavy saddle bag loads, which tends to rotate the bike and tip it over with the unit mounted behind the bottom bracket.
The Arrow 9 came with a 2 leg kickstand from the factory. I don't like it because I have to lift the rear (bike is 72 lbs) especially if the saddle bags are loaded. That's why I want a single leg kickstand, much quicker, no lifting.
You may not have looked closely at the photo in the link I provided above. The Greenfield rear mount kickstand does not mount to tabs. It clamps in the narrow part of the triangle between the seatstay and chainstay. Strong clamping triangulated attachment method.
I'm not sure if the Greenfield will work. Here's a good photo of an Arrow 9 (not my bike). There's a welded stiffener in the triangle that maybe in the way.You may not have looked closely at the photo in the link I provided above. The Greenfield rear mount kickstand does not mount to tabs. It clamps in the narrow part of the triangle between the seatstay and chainstay. Strong clamping triangulated attachment method.
You mean the ebay one that's "There are plenty of rear axle mounted steel kickstands around, but they'll need some modification to fit on a hub motor axle, and they're kind of shabby."? It gives no specs as to material and dimensions. Does look kinda shabby. I'll take a look tomorrow to see if it will fit.
How heavy is your bike? If the saddle bags are loaded with grocery, I'd be lifting 70 lbs easy. Another problem with the factory 2 legged stand is it gets caught on the curb going up or down it.
Here's a good photo of the Arrow 9 rear axle. The flat is 10 mm, diameter 13.77 mm Do you think the steel kickstand in your ebay link will fit?There's a reason for that. The heavier the bike, the higher its center of mass, the more likely it is to fall over when set on a traditional center mounted sidestand. 2 leg kickstands avoid this problem, and rear mounted sidestands work better because they set the foot down farther from the centerline.
If you can find room for it amidst your rear disc brake and that brace between the rear stays, maybe a Greenfield rear sidestand would work for you.
There are plenty of rear axle mounted steel kickstands around, but they'll need some modification to fit on a hub motor axle, and they're kind of shabby.
Rear Axle Bicycle Kickstand for 26'' Wheels, 3/8'' axle, 290mm, Black | eBay
290mm long. Fits 3/8" rear bolt-on axle. Not a refurbished item.www.ebay.com
Yep. That's the one I use. It's been going strong for three years now. I broke anything else made of aluminum. My bike is quite heavy in the back with a direct drive motor, 1200wh of batteries and a MeanWell "charger" on board. I also frequently carry a lot of "cargo" on this bike as well.
I know how to use a 2 legged stand. My bike from the factory came with one but it is not very well designed. It does not "roll" very well. When stowed, the legs hang down too close to the ground and gets caught going up/down a high curb. A kickstand that won't break is much more convenient for me. I don't have to worry about it falling over since I always lock it up to a pole.
It does look beefier. I hope it works out.
