What Are Frame Sliders on a Motorcycle Used For?

While traveling my motorcyle, the hazards of the road are unpredictable. Frame sliders are one of the smartest investments you'll ever make on your bike.

Cheap Armor for Your Ride

Motorcycle frame sliders are one of the cheapest ways to minimize damage in the event of a crash. Ranging in price from $40 to $100, frame sliders are inexpensive compared to the potential costs of repairs they could have prevented if you crash.

Protection with Style

Most frame sliders are visually unobtrusive and don't detract from the aesthetics of your motorcycle. Some companies specialize in custom designs to boost the bike's image, making sliders a "bling" mod in addition to a safety feature.

Only the Strong Survive

Be wary of cheaply made frame sliders, particularly ones with generic cast aluminum bases that mount with an offset. Delrin plastic is the top choice for frame sliders, especially when mounted to high-grade metal.

Bolt It On and Go

Most frame sliders are east to install, requiring only the removal of an engine or frame bolt to fasten them on. Use blue Loctite when installing the sliders.

One Leg at a Time

On some bikes, sliders and crash bars can also minimize injury to the rider, because their function is to lift the bike off the ground while it is sliding sideways.

References

• Sliders for ZRX by Champ Industries