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I_m_jon
Posted on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 - 07:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

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.
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Schmitty
Posted on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 - 09:11 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

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
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Nillaice
Posted on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 - 10:03 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

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
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Bads1
Posted on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 - 10:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

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.
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Nillaice
Posted on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 - 10:22 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

sorry, i had heard it, but never confirmed it my self. how'd you know?
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Altima02
Posted on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - 07:10 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

There is a hole going through the left side on the earlier models.
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Spatten1
Posted on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - 08:48 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

The bottom/rear of the swingarm usually gets nicked too.
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Xl1200r
Posted on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - 11:18 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

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.
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G4string
Posted on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - 12:16 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

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 $$.
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Zac4mac
Posted on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - 03:20 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

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
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Statik
Posted on Friday, October 26, 2007 - 11:33 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

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.
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