| Author | Message | ||
     I_m_jon |
I'm starting to research buying a used XB and have a question for the group. Are the frame sliders easily removable? It seems a lot of people buy them a little late. Normally having them already installed would be a good thing but if they are concealing frame damage I'd sure like to know about it before making a decision on a bike. I was hoping someone might have some advise on what to do if I come across a used bike with them already installed. Thanks. | ||
| Schmitty |
If they were installed properly, meaning the frame was prepped correctly, they can be a real bitch! But I've seen them come off rather easily if the directions are not followed!! Schmitty | ||
| Nillaice |
the frame damage would not be your only sign of damage from being dropped. unless they took the time to replace the engine casings/exhaust/swing arm. i think it is the right side that is the thicker side of the frame (if it applies to your perspective purchase) i would not buy any vehicle without a meticulous eye-balling, especially if i don't know/trust the guy. just good practice | ||
| Bads1 |
think it is the right side that is the thicker side of the frame (if it applies to your perspective purchase) Both sides are the same. | ||
| Nillaice |
sorry, i had heard it, but never confirmed it my self. how'd you know? | ||
| Altima02 |
There is a hole going through the left side on the earlier models. | ||
| Spatten1 |
The bottom/rear of the swingarm usually gets nicked too. | ||
| Xl1200r |
If the bike falls on the right side, as an example... the swingarm, footpeg, header and brake lever will all get knicked up some (as well as the mirror on R models). Don't ask me how I know. BTW - the frame slider never touched the ground. | ||
| G4string |
If I were looking at a bike with frame pucks on it I would ask that the owner remove them. If I was selling a bike I would remove them so people can really see the bike. Really, it is only $40 for a set of pucks. Small peanuts when a bike is selling for several thousands of $$. | ||
| Zac4mac |
I dropped my 03 9R - left side, 10-15 mph, hit algae water and front washed so fast my hand never left the grip. Moved left mirror, scuffed slightly; scuffed clutch lever end; scuffed bar-end; scuffed left turn signal; broke shift lever. Neither frame nor plastic bodywork were even touched. Z | ||
| Statik |
buy mine. its mint and I never dropped it. its in the classified section. you can come look at it with a magnifing glass, its stored in a heated garage. |
