I have a similar issue as the OP but for a different reason; my vintage steel mtb. doesn't have a plate, so the standard Greenfield kickstand doesn't fit. I like my kickstands; I've always had them, and they've never been a problem. If the ground won't allow for the stand, I can lean it on something. Having to always find something to lean my Princess on is proving problematic, and no, I won't lay her on the ground, I like her bits as they are. Also, my mirror sticks out too far. I've thought about a chainstay mounted one, but the husbeast is concerned about possibly crushing the stay. He's a worrier.

Any ideas, kickstand fans?