I have a 93 and would like to replace the KS with a 09 one of fleabay. Are they direct bolt on compatibe?

No.
While they all bolt the same, from bolt hole to ground end (roughly) 8.5" on my 2009-F and 9.5" on both of my E's (92 and 94).

That's convenient to know for anyone who's looking to lower one of their earlier E model and will need a shorter sidestand

Good to know, but why would they be different? Does your '09 lean over more?

This aint windows. Its all the same ... or close enough to fit.
Cool.
Buddha.

Quote from: The Buddha on May 26, 2011, 07:06:01 AM
This aint windows. Its all the same ... or close enough to fit.
Cool.
Buddha.

Good to know! An inch difference is quite a lot in my case. I have to remeasure my custom stand.

You got one of those rebar specials ... did you get it from me ?
Like i used to cut it, put a piece of rebar in it and weld it back up for it to be 1-1.5" longer.
Cool.
Buddha.

Quote from: The Buddha on May 26, 2011, 08:15:00 AM
You got one of those rebar specials ... did you get it from me ?
Like i used to cut it, put a piece of rebar in it and weld it back up for it to be 1-1.5" longer.
Cool.
Buddha.

I do! But I did it myself but got the DIY info I think from Pablo's site. Now that I no longer have the GSXR shock the bike is a little too stright up and dangerous on the side stand.