Should I put sliders on myself or let the shop do it? Is it a pretty simple operation?
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Does drilling the frame to install sliders compromise its integrity? I was thinking of doing this as a winter mod.I'm completely in favor of the separation of Church and State. My idea is that these two institutions screw us up enough on their own, so both of them together is certain death. - George Carlin
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Its been a ongoing argument that it may or may not. I am thinking of doing it, and then welding a nut on the back, so it will screw into that. If you get into a crash, you have the chance of bending your frame. I would suggest using a bolt that will bend or break easily in a higher speed crash. Fact is though, frames can get bent with or without sliders.Kan-O-Gixxer!
-89 Gixxer 1100 Engine
-Stage 3 Jet Kit / KNN Pod Filters
-Ohlins Susupension
-Various Other Mods
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my intention isn't to get the sliders to prevent frame damage in a high speed crash. i honestly only want them in case of a slow lowside or idiot drop to keep from trashing my plastics.I'm completely in favor of the separation of Church and State. My idea is that these two institutions screw us up enough on their own, so both of them together is certain death. - George Carlin
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Special$K$ has said a few times if you drill the frame to mount the sliders you will increase the chances of a write off due to twisting the frame in an accident.
There was a company down there trying to develope sliders for a Kat, but we haven't had an update in a while.Kyle
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I'm just going to drill the frame on mine. If I ever have a bad crash, then I'll get a nw bike, or rebuild. If the engine is still good, then maybe I will go down to a 600 frame for even cheaper insurance.Kan-O-Gixxer!
-89 Gixxer 1100 Engine
-Stage 3 Jet Kit / KNN Pod Filters
-Ohlins Susupension
-Various Other Mods
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Installed my own sliders cause I was said idiot who dropped his '05 Kat in his oh so steep driveway. Simple mod when done right. Could not find Kat sliders for '05 600. bought and installed the long set myself Kawi 1100. Keep in mind that a slider braking away rather than causing the frame to bend when choosing your frame mounting. I chose to weld a nut onto the exterior of the tubing over treading the frame and then welding a nut just for the break away factor. And yes you will need paint.
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you should just put a stunt cage on there...... that would also allow you to stop wearing a helmet, a shirt, and long pants. Sunglasses and sandals are best.Any and all statements by Loudnlow7484 are merely his own opinions, and not necessarily the opinion of Katriders.com. Anything suggested by him is to be followed at your own risk, and may result in serious injury or death. Responses from this member have previously been attributed to all of the following: depression, insomnia, nausea, suicidal tendencies, and panic. Please consult a mental health professional before reading any post by Loudnlow7484.
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Originally posted by loudnlow7484you should just put a stunt cage on there...... that would also allow you to stop wearing a helmet, a shirt, and long pants. Sunglasses and sandals are best.Kan-O-Gixxer!
-89 Gixxer 1100 Engine
-Stage 3 Jet Kit / KNN Pod Filters
-Ohlins Susupension
-Various Other Mods
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Originally posted by Katastrophefishnet hose... most definately!Kan-O-Gixxer!
-89 Gixxer 1100 Engine
-Stage 3 Jet Kit / KNN Pod Filters
-Ohlins Susupension
-Various Other Mods
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