DIY -T-Rex Exhaust Slider

dragonboy · June 6th, 2012, 05:15 AM

I picked up a Yoshimura exhaust and was thinking of ways to protect it. The only thing I found available was the Shinto exhaust slider that was both expensive and a PITA to get. There’s also an exhaust ring available online. However, I didn’t like that it was so low profile that my bike would need to be horizontal for it to work, which would also put bodywork and other tidbits at risk of damage during a tip over.

Since I had an awesome experience with my frame sliders (my DIY), I contacted Tom at T-Rex Racing if they had a slider that would mount to the factory exhaust hanger and found out he had developed one specifically for this application. The kit includes a high-quality delrin slider, aluminum sleeve and longer bolt.

The install is super easy:

1. Remove exhaust bolt
2. Install new longer bolt and slider sleeve
3. Thread slider onto sleeve
4. Tighten small slider set screw
5. Ready to ride

The exhaust slider looks and fits perfectly. I also expected it to be a similar design to the frame slider but the screwed sleeve looks way stronger given the rear mounting point. The exhaust slider worked out great and sticks out evenly with the front slider.

I installed it on my 250 with the Yoshimura pipe and it's awesome. Also, I tried it out on my wife's 250 with an MGP Growler and it fits perfectly.

Price is $29.99+s/h at T-Rex's website.

*PLEASE NOTE: I do not recommend using this with aftermarket hangers, as the hanger material may be too thin/weak to support the weight of the bike or light impact. Also, I didn’t try it on the factory exhaust but it looks like it should work as well.

Malicious Logic · June 6th, 2012, 07:27 AM

Meh, not a fan of the look at all. Frame sliders sticking out is one thing but can't get with something sticking out back there. Good idea though and hope it does the job. The two brothers my bike came with is a little scraped on the bottom.

UltrA_09 · June 6th, 2012, 08:33 AM

Very nicely done! I'm very impressed with how that looks, and most people would probably think it's just a passenger foot peg.

I like it!

tony7kp · June 6th, 2012, 08:46 AM

how much did you pay for it?

edxmon · June 6th, 2012, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Malicious Logic

Meh, not a fan of the look at all. Frame sliders sticking out is one thing but can't get with something sticking out back there. Good idea though and hope it does the job. The two brothers my bike came with is a little scraped on the bottom.

I like a messed up exhaust (mine is 2 weeks old) even less. My t-rex frame sliders already payed for themselves a week or so ago when I droppped my bike from a standstill, I was instantly glad I had them. If this is is somewhat decently priced. $30+-$5, I might be all over it.

This is only 1 bolt and and one slider, half of the frame slider basically, I would expect it to be around half the price.

Old Lemon · June 6th, 2012, 12:19 PM

Pretty cool. I was wondering where you got your hugger and if it comes in green?

dragonboy · June 6th, 2012, 01:12 PM

Hi Everyone, the slider is $29.99+s/h. No tax unless you're in Texas. ;-) I just checked the site and it isn't up yet, so post the link if you find or I'll just keep an eye out. Otherwise, you can contact them direct.

dragonboy · June 6th, 2012, 01:14 PM

It's a Scott's hugger. Recall they come in colors. I'll try to look for his email or link, but tons of reviews and installs on the forum. Fit n finish is excellent n their handmade from fiberglass.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Lemon

Pretty cool. I was wondering where you got your hugger and if it comes in green?

dragonboy · June 6th, 2012, 01:21 PM

Glad the frame sliders worked out and the exhaust slider is only $29.99+s/h. ;-)

Quote:

Originally Posted by edxmon

I like a messed up exhaust (mine is 2 weeks old) even less. My t-rex frame sliders already payed for themselves a week or so ago when I droppped my bike from a standstill, I was instantly glad I had them. If this is is somewhat decently priced. $30+-$5, I might be all over it.

This is only 1 bolt and and one slider, half of the frame slider basically, I would expect it to be around half the price.

dragonboy · June 6th, 2012, 01:26 PM

I don't notice it while riding, I think it looks sportier, n it'll spare my exhaust.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Malicious Logic

Meh, not a fan of the look at all. Frame sliders sticking out is one thing but can't get with something sticking out back there. Good idea though and hope it does the job. The two brothers my bike came with is a little scraped on the bottom.

Momaru · June 6th, 2012, 01:42 PM

Wish I would've had one of these a month ago when I pounded the right side into the turf @ the track after a lowside that turned into a tumble.

That said, here's a note for framesliders: They can be great for low-speed (or no-speed) drops, but can make things MUCH worse (not always, sometimes they still help) with higher-speed mistakes. Also, the frame is rather easy to bend at the rear footpeg mounts.
I believe racers regularly remove the left passenger peg because landing on it frequently results in a tweaked frame. Having a slider out there may just make it easier on the right side. That said, since the exhaust (most aftermarkets anyway) is just attached at that point (other than the header, ofc) anyway, it may not make much of a difference which hits. Thus, it may be quite helpful provided it doesn't catch on anything.

Regardless, I like the idea. Thanks for sharing

dragonboy · June 6th, 2012, 01:52 PM

Forgot to add that it easily fits a 150/60 tire.

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragonboy

It's a Scott's hugger. Recall they come in colors. I'll try to look for his email or link, but tons of reviews and installs on the forum. Fit n finish is excellent n their handmade from fiberglass.

Old Lemon · June 6th, 2012, 02:37 PM

swings5@comcast.net is the email for the hugger

I found this on another forum with a DIY install for the hugger

dragonboy · June 7th, 2012, 03:23 PM

Hi Everyone, it's up on T-Rex's site. Updated my original post. Here's the link

sharky nrk · June 10th, 2012, 08:53 AM

I like the idea of protecting your expensive exhaust upgrade, but since my down at the track broke my hanger in three pieces and bent the hell out of all the brackets, I don't think this would help much lol.

SwagenGTI · March 26th, 2013, 10:29 PM

I am probably going to order one of these since I just got done installing my shogun sliders and realized there is no protection for my yoshi. I am very curious at its ability to provide any protection though from an actual slide. I feel like if you dropped the bike while moving, it would be very easy to tweak the frame where as if you dropped on the exhaust, the area is distributed; sure the exhaust would get scratched but I feel like the frame would be less prone to getting pulled on. :/

SwagenGTI · April 6th, 2013, 02:05 PM

So I threw it on there, unfortunately, I have to screw the thing pretty much all the way out in order to even come close to protecting my yoshi. Though, I have the heat shield on there. It looks like the heat shield as well as the lower corner of the exhaust would hit before the slider even comes close.

June 6th, 2012, 07:27 AM	#2
Malicious Logic hates stupid people Name: Mark Location: Oklahoma City Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2005 ZX6R Posts: 860	Meh, not a fan of the look at all. Frame sliders sticking out is one thing but can't get with something sticking out back there. Good idea though and hope it does the job. The two brothers my bike came with is a little scraped on the bottom. __________________________________________________ My vlogging channel: Ma1iciousLogic

June 6th, 2012, 01:42 PM	#11
Momaru ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paul Location: Roanoke, VA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Candy Plasma Blue 250R Posts: A lot.	Wish I would've had one of these a month ago when I pounded the right side into the turf @ the track after a lowside that turned into a tumble. That said, here's a note for framesliders: They can be great for low-speed (or no-speed) drops, but can make things MUCH worse (not always, sometimes they still help) with higher-speed mistakes. Also, the frame is rather easy to bend at the rear footpeg mounts. I believe racers regularly remove the left passenger peg because landing on it frequently results in a tweaked frame. Having a slider out there may just make it easier on the right side. That said, since the exhaust (most aftermarkets anyway) is just attached at that point (other than the header, ofc) anyway, it may not make much of a difference which hits. Thus, it may be quite helpful provided it doesn't catch on anything. Regardless, I like the idea. Thanks for sharing __________________________________________________ Proud member of the Blue Army

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UltrA_09 ninjette.org member Name: Ultra! Location: Ontario, Canada Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R '09, SV650s '07 Posts: 52	Very nicely done! I'm very impressed with how that looks, and most people would probably think it's just a passenger foot peg. I like it!

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tony7kp ninjette.org member Name: Han Location: Columbia, MD Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R SE Posts: 77	how much did you pay for it?

June 6th, 2012, 12:19 PM	#6
Old Lemon Lays er down Name: Michael Location: Maryland Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Lime green Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Pretty cool. I was wondering where you got your hugger and if it comes in green?

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dragonboy ninjette.org member Name: JT Location: NorCal Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250R SE Green Machine, 2011 250R SE White Lightning Posts: 155	Hi Everyone, the slider is $29.99+s/h. No tax unless you're in Texas. ;-) I just checked the site and it isn't up yet, so post the link if you find or I'll just keep an eye out. Otherwise, you can contact them direct.

June 6th, 2012, 02:37 PM	#13
Old Lemon Lays er down Name: Michael Location: Maryland Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Lime green Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	swings5@comcast.net is the email for the hugger I found this on another forum with a DIY install for the hugger

June 7th, 2012, 03:23 PM	#14
dragonboy ninjette.org member Name: JT Location: NorCal Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250R SE Green Machine, 2011 250R SE White Lightning Posts: 155	Hi Everyone, it's up on T-Rex's site. Updated my original post. Here's the link

June 10th, 2012, 08:53 AM	#15
sharky nrk Fighting Texas Aggie '05 Name: Neil Location: Hutto, TX Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '07 ZX6R, '08 Versys, '09 250R Track, '93 F2/F3 Track Posts: A lot.	I like the idea of protecting your expensive exhaust upgrade, but since my down at the track broke my hanger in three pieces and bent the hell out of all the brackets, I don't think this would help much lol.

March 26th, 2013, 10:29 PM	#16
SwagenGTI ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Missouri Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 09 250R Posts: 123	I am probably going to order one of these since I just got done installing my shogun sliders and realized there is no protection for my yoshi. I am very curious at its ability to provide any protection though from an actual slide. I feel like if you dropped the bike while moving, it would be very easy to tweak the frame where as if you dropped on the exhaust, the area is distributed; sure the exhaust would get scratched but I feel like the frame would be less prone to getting pulled on. :/

April 6th, 2013, 02:05 PM	#17
SwagenGTI ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Missouri Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 09 250R Posts: 123	So I threw it on there, unfortunately, I have to screw the thing pretty much all the way out in order to even come close to protecting my yoshi. Though, I have the heat shield on there. It looks like the heat shield as well as the lower corner of the exhaust would hit before the slider even comes close.