Kickstand Coating: Hard black oxide coating per mil-A-8625 type. Coating hardness of HRC 60-70 gives wear resistance of case hardened steel while maintaining the weight of aluminum. All Trail Tech kickstands are now shipping with black oxide coating. Trail Tech kickstands are built light and tough.  With Cold Forged 7075 Aluminum Stands and CrMo Pivot Plates, there is no stronger kickstand on the market. Go ahead - stand on the bike and kick it.  Trail Tech kickstands are guaranteed to hold up to the riders weight. Custom design for each model guarantees a perfect fit. The Trail Tech Kickstand tucks cleanly away, up and out of the riders way.  Will not interfere with the riders boots. Will not fall down or bounce.