I need to buy some. I want handlebar sliders too but want real small ones as I lane split and the bars are so wide as-is.
Care to tell me what you chose? Thanks!
Care to tell me what you chose? Thanks!
What frame and handlebar sliders did you choose?
- Thread starter Kevin Deal
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My CRG bar mirrors act as my bar end sliders. For frame slider, I used motovation accessories. Good stuff.
+1 for T-Rex. I liked how they designed the slider to potentially spread the stress on impact.
For the bar, I used some old 748 bar ends and a longer screw.
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For the bar, I used some old 748 bar ends and a longer screw.
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Joined Mar 2013
3K Posts | 161+
Naples, IT
I bought Speedymoto frame/ axle sliders because they were the first affordable option I could find in 2013. The frame sliders are ugly spools.
I much prefer the T-Rex and Rizoma design as you can actually prop your feet up on them to stretch on long hauls. I can do this with the Speedy's but they're cylinders and it doesn't work great. I think the Rizoma's look the best, but their prices are insane.
I much prefer the T-Rex and Rizoma design as you can actually prop your feet up on them to stretch on long hauls. I can do this with the Speedy's but they're cylinders and it doesn't work great. I think the Rizoma's look the best, but their prices are insane.
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My bike came with Rizoma frame sliders. The previous owner also installed axle sliders on the front, can't tell what brand. When the bike was knocked over a few weeks back the kickstand, footpeg and handlebar took more of the impact along with a small scratch on the left fairing. Hand guard disintegrated on impact. Once I sort out whether I need a new bar or not I'll be replacing the stock hand guards with the Barkbuster Storm. Looks like better wind coverage, a metal backbone and the plastic guards can be removed and replaced separately.
Joined Jun 2017
123 Posts | 4+
Merced CA
I ordered the Evotech frame & axle sliders and the R&G bar ends. Haven't installed them yet though, waiting on the last couple things to arrive Monday and going to install everything then. Also ordered the Evotech oil cooler & rad guard(tail tidy & adjustable levers as well). Evotech makes some quality kit.
Joined Oct 2015
545 Posts | 0+
Minnesota
None at all. I have insurance
This is the real answer here. I don't know why people bother with sliders when insurance is gonna have to pay out anyways?
Joined May 2015
925 Posts | 9+
Dallas, Texas
My expectation is the sliders will prevent damage requiring a flatbed tow truck after a low side slide.
On my recent motorcycle trip, we decided to take a slight detour through a fire road. About 3 miles in, my friend dropped his bike in some loose gravel and punctured a hole in his clutch cover. About 2.5 of the 3.5 quarts of oil leaked out and we all stood there for a moment wondering just what to do. This was about 25 miles from civilization in either direction from the main road.
Luckily... we had duct tape, and a quart of oil. Enough to limp it back to town. So yeah... I totally get this. Some kind of engine guard is very important. (Says the guy with no engine guard on his bike)
Joined May 2015
925 Posts | 9+
Dallas, Texas
This is the issue for me and my favorite roads. Often there is little to no cell service.
For riders in populated areas, with constant cell service, I guess you could rely on the assistance of others if your bike is damaged.
I find that managing the risk of damage to the bike in a simple fall is prudent. Just like how I manage the risk to myself in a fall with the protective gear I wear.
We all make choices.
Joined May 2015
268 Posts | 1+
Denver, CO
That sucks. If crash bars were available for this bike I would have them. However, I have not seen anything for a HS that would help at all off road.
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Joined May 2015
925 Posts | 9+
Dallas, Texas
The sliders are fine.
Nothing protects from big sharp rocks.
So many of the bars are bend-o-matic and offer little real protection.
Joined May 2015
268 Posts | 1+
Denver, CO
I think more than anything I dislike the look of sliders. Maybe I spent too much time in my 20's hanging around the 600cc sportbike wheelie dipshit crowd. The kids who put plastic mohawks on their helmets and ride in skateboard shoes. They all tend to rock frame sliders. It scarred me for life.
I had a low side, frame and axle sliders saved the bike. No damage besides a broken mirror and shift lever. Without sliders the bike likely would have been written off (scratched frame). I rode the bike home, replaced the parts myself, and was riding in 2 days. Saved me an insurance hike and waiting to get the bike back.
100% worth it in my opinion
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Because I would hate to make an insurance claim for doing stupid things like dropping a bike in the garage while moving things around or stopping on an incline and not planting my foot in the right place.
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Joined Oct 2015
545 Posts | 0+
Minnesota
Haha. Don't do stupid things then.
A tip over in the garage won't do near the damage you think it will though. Mine tipped over in a gravel driveway and could be worse for the wear.
