Why my Kawasaki zzr1200 2005 stall when releasing clutch?

The Kawasaki ZZR1200 has a Sidestand Switch located by the sidestand. If you attempt to pull away from a stop with the sidestand still down, the motor dies (don't ask how I learned about this 'safety feature'). If sidestand is up, possibly the switch is bad and needs replacement.