I also think the quality of the asphalt surfacing is a factor in the heat. I've parked my bike in both Las Vegas and in Phoenix in the summer when temps were over 110 and the kickstand didn't even leave a mark. Each time the bike sat for at least two hours while I was busy with other things. I still carry a disc though and use it if I think the surface is crappy or I'm in dirt or loose gravel parking.

 

I just pull off a piece of plastic from the nearest Honda....

 

Does that leave a mark?

Wayne

 

Nah...

 

I bought an aluminum foot about as big as someones hand of ebay for .25
of course it was 4.75 shipping and handling
Its called bigfoot, looks cool.

 

I work for a municipality. Once asphalt has cured it usually is not a problem. I got an old street sign and cut it small enough to put in my windshield bag. Also use it in sandy or grassy spots or even if I suspect it will fall over.

 

last year my work put out the covers from electricial boxes. probably couldnt have cost more than a quarter each i would think. a bit bigger than a crushed can. i have picked up a number from rallies. usually insurance places give them out for free.

 

maybe parking in the designated area would help

 

Yep, just needs a bigger area so the pressure isn't as high. It's the same as if you are on ice and it starts to crack.. you should lay flat so you have the same force over a larger area making a less pressure. Crushed can would work fine if ya wanna be a cheap a$$

 

I use the H-D disc, keep it in my saddle bag, but rarely use it, only if the asphalt seems questionable or if it's really really hot.