| Author | Message | ||
     Frontline |
So ya I been reading these forums for a while and its one of the big reasons I bought the 1125cr so thanks for the good reads. Kinda sux this is my first post. It seems to be pretty common that the buell frames get dented after even minor lay downs. I was under the impression the pods were supposed to protect it. Nothing I can do about that now. This seems more like cosmetic damage to me. I know that it is a more complicated frame than most. So my question is would this 1/4 inch deep dent cause any structural damage to where it is unsafe to ride?   Most of the damage is cosmetic except for the bars mirror and the pod mount. I was planning to replace these parts anyway but the frame is what concerns me. | ||
| 1_mike |
No wrinkling of the metal, no hard or sharp bends. Little material removed. From my materials testing background, I'd say, with some sanding and touchup paint you're fine. Don't sand to clean up the whole depth of the scratches, too much material will be removed. I'd use some heavy filler primer, then wet sand smooth, then paint. If you had sharp or hard bends in any of the three areas of your new triangle, or in the three corners of your new triangle, you would have some concern...depending on the severity of the hard corners. Kinda makes you want to buy the XB pucks, trim to fit and install them to the 1125 frame...! You're ok right? Mike | ||
| Hogs |
NO I am afraid that bike is Toast wrote off.. But I will come along and take it off your hands..:-) | ||
| Ccryder |
You are ok, frame wise from what you have shown and stated. THe frame protectors for the XB's will work on the 1125. THey might cover up most of your scratch. Next time chime and we will be glad to say hello and ................ help you. | ||
| Frontline |
Thanks for the response. I'm ok just a sprained ankle, scrapes and broken pride. I suspected the frame would be ok but it's nice to have that reassurance. I guess it's time to implement the changes I had in mind. Now i must find some deals on carbon fiber rolls and borrow my uncles vacuum bag. you have to find the good in everything right? | ||
| R2s |
A new frame goes for $1300.00. not too bad a price if you ask me, but there is a lot of labor involved. Do like me and just let the insurance take care of it. That's why you pay for it. I am looking into some kind of more complete slide protection. Any Ideas? | ||
| Avc8130 |
I have a feeling if you let insurance take care of that you will be getting a check and not a repaired bike. ac | ||
| Cataract2 |
What happened? | ||
| Court |
>>>>I am looking into some kind of more complete slide protection. Any Ideas? Riding School. | ||
| Rfischer |
how droll. And funny! And good advice. | ||
| Carbonbigfoot |
A co-worker of mine dropped my XB and mashed the s**t out of the point on the frame. Rode the crap out of it for another 2 years with no issues. The damage in the picture in my opinion would NOT prevent me from riding it. Good luck and be safe! R | ||
| P_squared |
Time to visit Dark Horse Moto. Axle sliders & bar end sliders. Add them to your list of items to minimize damage to the bike. Just my $0.02 & YMMV. | ||
| Mattwhite |
I had insurance replace an XB frame. I think it came to about 2 cents under the cost to total it. It took forever to get it replaced, though. | ||
| R2s |
That damage would be under $2000.00. hardly enough to total it. All depends on your deductible. Mine was $200.00 and I didn't even end up paying that. Mine was far worse. | ||
| Georgehitch17 |
I was told that parts and labor for a new frame on a 1125 are about $2100 | ||
| Mattwhite |
I think the frame itself was about $1600 on the XB, but the total was close to $4000 when they counted all the little parts that were damaged and the labor. They don't repair any parts, just replace them. It takes a bit of work to replace the frame. | ||
| Torquaholic |
Just thought you should know, JB Weld can be used as a body filler, instead of Bondo. JB can withstand the heatsoak in the frame easily, and is strong enough to not break up with stress and vibration. I had a nice Ding and some gouges/scratches from a low-speed low side that ended up hardly noticeable after spending a few nights on it. Here's a few shots of the progression and the final shots after getting the Buell touch up paint:      I've ridden it this way for a month now and no issues so far. No reason to think it will change. |
