The short side stand does exist. I have been told by owners in Canada that there is actually a Norton part number for the stand. However, acquiring one, or even getting Norton to confirm that the part exists is as difficult as confirming the existence of Bigfoot. Another source for the part would likely solve the problem. I’m sure Matt would be interested to know that every 961 owner that I know, has looked at the precarious, nearly vertical perch of their 961 while resting on its stock side stand, and wondered, where in the hell can I get a shorter side stand for this thing.