The bike garage who fit he speedo manufactured the extra brackets to enable the speedo to fit, but if you know what your doing, or have an idea it won't be too difficult. In fact if you don't have no experience, pay some one to fit the speedo, because it is a ballache.
When I first got my XT I thought the stand was ridiculous and down right wank, not fit for purpose. But like anything, after time I got used to it and now it doesn't bother me. You will eventually get used to it. If you want a stand for repairing your bike, get a motocross style one like this
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BikeTek-Dirt-Bike-Enduro-Motocross-Motorcycle-Moto-X-MX-Trials-Lift-Stand-/130802093090?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item1e74698c22
I've got one and it's ok.