Steady. Stable. Easy to work. The Hepco & Becker center stands are extremely rugged and don't get in the way of your riding. The tension springs are made of stainless steel. Sophisticated geometry and anti-skid tread make it easy to stand your motorcycle securely in any situation. The precisely manufactured stands are very stable, sandblasted, black powder-coated and hold their value. Naturally, they're approved for the street. Center stands make maintenance easier and keep the bike stable, during fill-ups, for example. During winter storage, they take a load off the rear wheel.