Frame sliders

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 11:19 AM

So quick question. I considered getting Frame sliders went to the local bike shop and he told my basically they are worthless for the 250. Now I have bought a few sets in the past for the bf's GSXR 1000 and his track bike but still not sold for the 250! Any input is great also brands and how they look and ease of install

Thanks everyone!

Stingray1000 · May 9th, 2012, 11:28 AM

Never seen em on a 250, I'm sure you can mod em, but idk where or how.....

choneofakind · May 9th, 2012, 11:34 AM

She has an '09. There are a few different brands of sliders for those.

Street people seem to think that they help in slower drops where it's mostly just a drop, not a slide.

Track guys seem to think the bike crashed pretty well on just the fairings, so why add sliders that can dig into the dirt when the bike slides off the track at 50mph and flip it around, causing more damage.

Getting sliders is up to you. Personally, I think they're not necessary. Just my opinion though.

cbdallas · May 9th, 2012, 11:34 AM

I put a set of T-Rex on my current 650R. The set (unknown brand) I had on my dearly-departed 650R saved the right side of the bike from being destroyed in the crash, so I think they're totally worth it. Big help to your fairings for the occasional driveway or garage tip-over.

http://t-rex-racing.com/catalog.php?item=270

Alex · May 9th, 2012, 11:43 AM

Some good info on this in our wiki:

http://www.ninjette.org/wiki/Frame_sliders

/thread moved to new-gen farkles

massacremasses · May 9th, 2012, 11:50 AM

lol what shop did you go to?

NDspd · May 9th, 2012, 11:52 AM

The bike I crashed at 40mph in a lowside had some pretty long frame sliders. I really think it saved my @$$ when the bike went over, my leg would have been crushed and dragged. Instead, the bike and I slid at different rates and directions...which did reduce injury. The slider was plastic and the mounting bolt was bent really well, but it really did it's job well.

It's up to you man. Being on a 250 though, the frames are very weak in comparison to SS's. So keep that in mind.

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 12:30 PM

Thanks everyone. I'm not so concerned about the bike at high speed or at any speed if it goes down bc then its an excuse to Track it

but I hate my kickstand, lol I appreciate the help. Anyone heard anything about "shogun" sliders?

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by massacremasses

lol what shop did you go to?

A local bike shop called Cycle Broker, hes a pretty straight forward guy and just said he would rather see me throw my money at track plastics or rear sets.

broilmebk · May 9th, 2012, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by LV_Jillan

Thanks everyone. I'm not so concerned about the bike at high speed or at any speed if it goes down bc then its an excuse to Track it

but I hate my kickstand, lol I appreciate the help. Anyone heard anything about "show gun" sliders?

Shogun sliders were the ones I originally wanted to get. They're highly praised.
I'm not going to get sliders anymore though.

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by broilmebk

Shogun sliders were the ones I originally wanted to get. They're highly praised.
I'm not going to get sliders anymore though.

I knew I spelled it wrong lol. Any particular reason you chose to not get them?

jjb84 · May 9th, 2012, 12:34 PM

havent dropped the bike (knock on wood), but just installed some shogun frame sliders and think what everyone is saying is right. They would definitely help on slow drops and probably some bike slides.

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

She has an '09. There are a few different brands of sliders for those.

Street people seem to think that they help in slower drops where it's mostly just a drop, not a slide.

Track guys seem to think the bike crashed pretty well on just the fairings, so why add sliders that can dig into the dirt when the bike slides off the track at 50mph and flip it around, causing more damage.

Getting sliders is up to you. Personally, I think they're not necessary. Just my opinion though.

Yea the set on the track bike came off quickly, Thanks for the help!!

Jiggles · May 9th, 2012, 12:35 PM

There would be quite a bit more damage to the fairings on my bike if I didn't have sliders. Basically, when I crashed my bike lifted up and then turned to its side and landed on the slider. The fairings still got messed up but I'd say they are repairable, they wouldn't be if I didn't have the slider. However the slider did cause damage, my engine now has a tiny scratch

Oh and btw, my bike was totaled in this accident.

Alex · May 9th, 2012, 12:37 PM

Those are generally the highest-rated ones in the wiki.

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

There would be quite a bit more damage to the fairings on my bike if I didn't have sliders. Basically, when I crashed my bike lifted up and then turned to its side and landed on the slider. The fairings still got messed up but I'd say they are repairable, they wouldn't be if I didn't have the slider. However the slider did cause damage, my engine now has a tiny scratch

Oh and btw, my bike was totaled in this accident.

Sounds like you have a perfect track bike. Sorry bout the wreck no bueno! but good to hear that they saved the fairings a bit. Was it high speed?

broilmebk · May 9th, 2012, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by LV_Jillan

I knew I spelled it wrong lol. Any particular reason you chose to not get them?

Not really. Just don't think I need em.

Jiggles · May 9th, 2012, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by LV_Jillan

Sounds like you have a perfect track bike. Sorry bout the wreck no bueno! but good to hear that they saved the fairings a bit. Was it high speed?

25mph, it's all detailed in the crash thread in my signature. If I can buy the bike back from insurance for 1k then I will track it, if not, then Ninja 1000 here I come

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Jiggles

25mph, it's all detailed in the crash thread in my signature. If I can buy the bike back from insurance for 1k then I will track it, if not, then Ninja 1000 here I come

Woah,

That is a big jump But I say track it lol

though I do loooove the newer z1000's the white and orange is beautiful!

also I just read your crash "report" and yea that's exactly why I hate driving near teenagers, I laid mine down and luckily it was with no plastics on it so all that it hurt was the brake lever and the bar end, some 16yr old girl texting and reversing backed out into me i was LIVID! I got up and politely asked " and what exactly where you doing, which one of your BFF's is soooo freaking important"

Alex · May 9th, 2012, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by LV_Jillan

some 16yr old girl texting and reversing backed out into me i was LIVID! I got up and politely asked " and what exactly where you doing, which one of your BFF's is soooo freaking important"

You displayed remarkable restraint!

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex

You displayed remarkable restraint!

Yea the anger management classes really paid off

Jiggles · May 9th, 2012, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by LV_Jillan

Woah,

That is a big jump But I say track it lol

though I do loooove the newer z1000's the white and orange is beautiful!

also I just read your crash "report" and yea that's exactly why I hate driving near teenagers, I laid mine down and luckily it was with no plastics on it so all that it hurt was the brake lever and the bar end, some 16yr old girl texting and reversing backed out into me i was LIVID! I got up and politely asked " and what exactly where you doing, which one of your BFF's is soooo freaking important"

It's not that big of a jump, I mean it has like 10% more HP than a zx6r, its not sport tuned. Plus I already have a Ninja 650

And yes, goddamn teenagers, gna start knocking off their mirrors

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

It's not that big of a jump, I mean it has like 10% more HP than a zx6r, its not sport tuned. Plus I already have a Ninja 650

And yes, goddamn teenagers, gna start knocking off their mirrors

I just know I was a little, ok a lot intimidated by the bf's GSXR 1000. But If you are used to the 650 then yea i could see that being less crazy. However I say Track lol! OH those teens,, and soccer moms.. grr This is a must watch

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zKQv2dc-cM

csmith12 · May 9th, 2012, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex

/thread moved to new-gen farkles

This says it all right there.

Stingray1000 · May 9th, 2012, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LV_Jillan

Yea the anger management classes really paid off

Not to mention I've already threatened her with a beating... Talk about Anger Management! LOL

Jiggles · May 9th, 2012, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

This says it all right there.

If it doesn't increase the performance of the bike its a farkle. Maybe it increases lowspeed crash performance but lol. Frame sliders work

csmith12 · May 9th, 2012, 01:20 PM

They are cool yo. I just refuse to pay nearly 2 bills for 2 chunks of plastic and some bolts. WAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYY overpriced for what you get. Its a principle thing I guess.

Jiggles · May 9th, 2012, 01:21 PM

On long rides I stretch my legs out by hanging them off the sliders.

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Jiggles

On long rides I stretch my legs out by hanging them off the sliders.

I like the way you think.. But I may be too short lol

Stingray1000 · May 9th, 2012, 01:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

On long rides I stretch my legs out by hanging them off the sliders.

I'm 6'4 and I put mine on the back foot pegs when no one is in front of me and I know it would be a long shot for me to break fast..... Helps me lay down as well a bit more.

Jiggles · May 9th, 2012, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Stingray1000

I'm 6'4 and I put mine on the back foot pegs when no one is in front of me and I know it would be a long shot for me to break fast..... Helps me lay down as well a bit more.

But then what do you do with your balls?

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

But then what do you do with your balls?

Stingray1000 · May 9th, 2012, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

But then what do you do with your balls?

Wouldn't you like to know

Stingray1000 · May 9th, 2012, 01:59 PM

Jiggles keeps asking for pics of me naked and where my balls are... I'm really starting to wonder about him......

Jiggles · May 9th, 2012, 02:02 PM

I did no such thing, you are hallucinating.

Stingray1000 · May 9th, 2012, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

I did no such thing, you are hallucinating.

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=103328

Hmmm digital halucinations.....

lc86 · May 9th, 2012, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by LV_Jillan

Sounds like you have a perfect track bike. Sorry bout the wreck no bueno! but good to hear that they saved the fairings a bit. Was it high speed?

I lowsided doing about 35mph, granted I only slid about 25 ft or so before I hit the sidewalk (it was on a turn) and the sliders saved my bike any real damage. I would say they are worth it, they didn't stop me from dislocating my shoulder, but the bike is fine and without the sliders my shoulder would probably have been even worse. (It already requires surgery as is). Here are pics of the damage that did occur...

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stingray1000

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=103328

Hmmm digital halucinations.....

This just got real... lol

LV_Jillan · May 9th, 2012, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lc86

I lowsided doing about 35mph, granted I only slid about 25 ft or so before I hit the sidewalk (it was on a turn) and the sliders saved my bike any real damage. I would say they are worth it, they didn't stop me from dislocating my shoulder, but the bike is fine and without the sliders my shoulder would probably have been even worse. (It already requires surgery as is). Here are pics of the damage that did occur...

Hmm good call. What brand are your sliders.. Glad you weren't too bad.

jjb84 · May 9th, 2012, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lc86

I lowsided doing about 35mph, granted I only slid about 25 ft or so before I hit the sidewalk (it was on a turn) and the sliders saved my bike any real damage. I would say they are worth it, they didn't stop me from dislocating my shoulder, but the bike is fine and without the sliders my shoulder would probably have been even worse. (It already requires surgery as is). Here are pics of the damage that did occur...

ive dislocated my shoulder several times... and its no joke. i fear the day i crash because i hate dislocating it. (definitely need the surgery).

May 9th, 2012, 11:19 AM	#1
LV_Jillan ninjette.org member Name: Jillian Location: Springfield Missouri Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 74	Frame sliders So quick question. I considered getting Frame sliders went to the local bike shop and he told my basically they are worthless for the 250. Now I have bought a few sets in the past for the bf's GSXR 1000 and his track bike but still not sold for the 250! Any input is great also brands and how they look and ease of install Thanks everyone! __________________________________________________ "Flying is learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss." - Douglas Adams

May 9th, 2012, 11:28 AM	#2
Stingray1000 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jon Location: Newark, De Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Never seen em on a 250, I'm sure you can mod em, but idk where or how..... __________________________________________________ http://www.facebook.com/groups/DeMdNjPagrouprides/ I live my life a quarter mile at a time! Who is affraid of the big bad jiggles???? LOL

May 9th, 2012, 11:43 AM	#5
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Some good info on this in our wiki: http://www.ninjette.org/wiki/Frame_sliders /thread moved to new-gen farkles __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

May 9th, 2012, 11:50 AM	#6
massacremasses Avid Kitteh Poster Name: Justin Location: Norcal Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Yamaha TTR 50 SUCK IT Posts: A lot.	lol what shop did you go to? __________________________________________________ I powdercoat stuff Help me pay for my addiction I say funny stuff. http://twitter.com/JustinPWNSyou sometimes... I write like a 12 year old too, http://justinpwnsyou.wordpress.com/

May 9th, 2012, 12:30 PM	#8
LV_Jillan ninjette.org member Name: Jillian Location: Springfield Missouri Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 74	Thanks everyone. I'm not so concerned about the bike at high speed or at any speed if it goes down bc then its an excuse to Track it but I hate my kickstand, lol I appreciate the help. Anyone heard anything about "shogun" sliders? __________________________________________________ "Flying is learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss." - Douglas Adams

May 9th, 2012, 11:34 AM	#3
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	She has an '09. There are a few different brands of sliders for those. Street people seem to think that they help in slower drops where it's mostly just a drop, not a slide. Track guys seem to think the bike crashed pretty well on just the fairings, so why add sliders that can dig into the dirt when the bike slides off the track at 50mph and flip it around, causing more damage. Getting sliders is up to you. Personally, I think they're not necessary. Just my opinion though.

May 9th, 2012, 11:34 AM	#4
cbdallas ninjette.org guru Name: Charlie Location: Wylie, TX Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 650R Posts: 317	I put a set of T-Rex on my current 650R. The set (unknown brand) I had on my dearly-departed 650R saved the right side of the bike from being destroyed in the crash, so I think they're totally worth it. Big help to your fairings for the occasional driveway or garage tip-over. http://t-rex-racing.com/catalog.php?item=270

May 9th, 2012, 11:52 AM	#7
NDspd 1/4 English, 3/4 Kick Ass Name: Jeremy Location: Dayton, OH Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i, '05 Suzuki SV650S(retired), '11 Ninja 250R(sold) Posts: A lot.	The bike I crashed at 40mph in a lowside had some pretty long frame sliders. I really think it saved my @$$ when the bike went over, my leg would have been crushed and dragged. Instead, the bike and I slid at different rates and directions...which did reduce injury. The slider was plastic and the mounting bolt was bent really well, but it really did it's job well. It's up to you man. Being on a 250 though, the frames are very weak in comparison to SS's. So keep that in mind.

May 9th, 2012, 12:34 PM	#12
jjb84 ninjette.org member Name: JJ Location: Cali Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 127	havent dropped the bike (knock on wood), but just installed some shogun frame sliders and think what everyone is saying is right. They would definitely help on slow drops and probably some bike slides.

May 9th, 2012, 12:35 PM	#14
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	There would be quite a bit more damage to the fairings on my bike if I didn't have sliders. Basically, when I crashed my bike lifted up and then turned to its side and landed on the slider. The fairings still got messed up but I'd say they are repairable, they wouldn't be if I didn't have the slider. However the slider did cause damage, my engine now has a tiny scratch Oh and btw, my bike was totaled in this accident. __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

May 9th, 2012, 12:37 PM	#15
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Those are generally the highest-rated ones in the wiki. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

May 9th, 2012, 01:20 PM	#27
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	They are cool yo. I just refuse to pay nearly 2 bills for 2 chunks of plastic and some bolts. WAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYY overpriced for what you get. Its a principle thing I guess. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

May 9th, 2012, 01:21 PM	#28
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	On long rides I stretch my legs out by hanging them off the sliders. __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

May 9th, 2012, 01:59 PM	#34
Stingray1000 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jon Location: Newark, De Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Jiggles keeps asking for pics of me naked and where my balls are... I'm really starting to wonder about him...... __________________________________________________ http://www.facebook.com/groups/DeMdNjPagrouprides/ I live my life a quarter mile at a time! Who is affraid of the big bad jiggles???? LOL

May 9th, 2012, 02:02 PM	#35
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	I did no such thing, you are hallucinating. __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

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