996 SIDE STAND....... 
  I need some help regarding the side stand on my 996.  As I am quite short I had it changed to a manual side stand.  However, the side stand is tucked quite far under the bike and I am having an absolute nightmare getting it down before getting off the bike!!!  I can push it down about half way and then it flips back again.  Because of my height, getting off it and then putting it down is an absolute no-no!!!!
 
 Does anyone know if there is a side stand available with an extra bit sticking out of the side of it to make it easier to push it down with your foot and if so where can I get one?  I'd rather avoid the soldering something on to the side of the original one unless absolutely necessary.
 
 Ta for your help...