So i kinda get the idea of "frame sliders" but can someone explain to me where they go? Also if they would be a good ?!mod!? for a first time rider. As you can probably assume im a newbi.. But everyone starts somewhere.
Dont flame me plz! Lol thanks in advance!
Brandon

 

If you have a 600 F4i, or 600 RR, you will need to drill a whole
into your fairing because it will go somewhere on the middle.

I think frame sliders are the most important mod you can do on a
bike, because it protects your frame a lot. I also recommend getting
swing arm sliders that go on your swing arm. This will protect your swing
arm from getting wrecked badly. Bar end sliders are also important
because it would save your handle bars from getting all rashed up when you
fall.

Hope this helps somewhat!

 

After you drill the holes in your fairings, then frame sliders should be mounted directly onto your engine bolts.

Yes they are a good mod, especially for new riders.

 

I love it "when you fall" Ive riddin before in the past (5 years ago) and im hoping all of my falling is done with atleast for a while.

I have alot of learning to do on bikes i think. [sm=dontgetit.gif]

how much do these items generally cost?
More importantly what are some good brands to look into? Links? Should I go all out or not? I have limited riding experience but decided to purchase new so i dont want to trash my investment.

thanks guys!

Also if you are so kind, do you know where i can read to learn the ins and outs of bikes/ parts etc. I may be new to the world of bikes but i have alot of experience working on cars and i have a pretty technical background.

 

Sliders are cheap under $50. There is an installation procedure on this forum that involves playdoh or putty that is very helpful. There is also another that uses a laser level that sounds good too. Do a search on it before you try and install them on your own.

 

i use vortex sliders and have crash tested them several times, they are awesome
any delrin sliders other than the no-cut ones will be fine (no cut sliders are crap, don't even go there)

 

I'm a new rider too and I decided I'm not going to put sliders on my '06 bike. I just hope I don't crash. It sounds like EVERYONE on this forum has crashed. lol Is that normal for everyone who owns a bike to crash it? hahahaha Maybe I'm just an overly careful person.

Mike

 

1st rule of riding... There is no IF you go down, there is only WHEN you go down.


Everyone goes down.

 

I dont think EVERYONE has dumped their bike that rides. Ill ask

Mike

 

I haven't but I know I will. As for you being an overly careful person, it doesn't matter, because cagers are all too often OVERLY CARELESS.