Instructions to install the OPP frame sliders

Could someone please give me some instructions as to how to install the OPP frame sliders on my 2007 VFR800?

LighTech Frame Sliders (No Cut) - Honda VFR800 2002-2007 images and photos - OPPRACING

These sliders doesn't come with instructions.

thanks,
AW1966

 

Welcome. Looks like you just joined the forum. The install looks pretty straight-forward. Do you need instructions? Have you tried calling OPP and asking for instructions/help?

 

Because you didn't post up any photos of what your kit came with, i'm going to guess that the kit came with 2 long bolts, 2 spacers and the actual delrin slider pieces.

It looks to me like you just remove the lower engine mount bolts (one on each side), and then replace that bolt with the longer bolt, spacer, and slider assembly, then torque the bolt to 33 lb/ft and you're done.

This is just a guess that was extrapolated from the available information.

 

Thanks NorcalBoy for your help.
Now I feel stupid for asking...:>(

AW1966
"Where are the bikes with the suicide shifter?"

 

That is totally crazy!!!!! you had a legitimate question that you needed some help with. Always remember....the stupid question is the one that is not asked! :smile: I hope you have what you need to get your mod done now.

 

I've been looking for a set like this but now that i see them I'm a bit worried. The position of the sliders make it look like it wouldn't do such a great job of protecting the plastic if the bike dropped. It almost looks like a pivot point that would force the front of the bike near the turn signals to bury itself into the ground. :shocked: It also looks like you leg would ram into them all the time.

I would like you report on these once you have them installed and let us know your opinion. No, I don't want you to throw your bike down the highway to test how well they protect the bike! Though that would help me make my decision! :heh: :thumb:

 

Chalk me up as being curious as well....

 

I VERY STRONGLY recommend NOT installing those frame sliders!!!!

Instead, install the frame sliders which which mount farther forward and require a modified water bottle.

In October 2006, I broke my right leg because of the frame sliders I had. While on my brother's driveway, which was covered with wet and slippery pine needles, my right boot slipped while I was not even moving. That caused me to drop my 2006 VFR onto my right leg, causing a compound fracture. The bone came out a few inches above my ankle. I now have a titanium rod and 5 screws in that leg.

In addition to the damage to my leg, an engine mount broke requiring a new engine block. It's unclear whether the engine mount would have broken from a simple gravity fall. While I was in the hospital, my brother's neighbor helped my brother to lift the bike, but they left it in the driveway. The next morning, my brother forgot that it was there and backed his SUV into it, knocking it down again. That may have made it fall harder than a simple gravity fall. In the opinion of the local Honda dealer, the frame sliders I have now would be less likely to cause damage to the bike.

In any case, do get the frame sliders which require a modified water bottle. They are mounted farther forward and less likely to break a leg. Also, I think that they offer better protection to the bike. Off hand, I don't remember where I got them. They are made in England, but there is at least one local distributor. Perhaps someone here knows where they are available. If not, I'll search my files for the information.

 

agreed looking at sliders this winter...
2 winters to late but better late than never...

 

Anybody got any experience with these frame slider?
Please share with us.

 

I am agreein on the pivot point comment. I am also interested in the outcome of these sliders. I like the no cut idea but am nervous about a) how they would really protect the plastic and b) how bad they dig into your shin at a stoplight. Has anyone a link to the British cut out type. They looked effective when I saw a picture last but lost the link.

07 UG PAC2 GTI
02 Red Ceptor

 

The company is R&G out of the UK. The US distributor is EMA (European Motorcycle Accessories) out of Pleasanton, CA. The EMA folks are absolutely awesome to deal with.

The R&G kit comes with the modified H2O bottle and is stocked in black. if you want white sliders it takes an additional 2 weeks to get them. The hole cutting on a 6th gen fairing is very time consuming as the holes have to be cut with a dremel. A hole saw cannot be used!

I just installed a set of the R&G's and they are a really awesome product if you take your time.

 

I found this link that talk about these sliders

http://vfrworld.com/forums/sixth-ge...361-specific-frame-slider-question.html#links

 

Let me try again, the link above didn't show up.

vfrworld.com/forums/sixth-generation-2002-2009/16361-specific-frame-slider-question.html#links

 

I'll second that opinion, the R&Gs are really a nice way to go.

 

Link to EMA:

European Motorcycle Accessories - R&G Racing Products - Honda

Link to R&G:

Welcome to R&G Racing | Setting the standard in bolt-on motorcycle accessories and Crash Protectors

 

I just installed similar sliders from Yoyodyne on my '98. While I agree they are not an optimum design, I went with them primarily because 1) they would likely give the foot controls some protection, and 2) no frame slider will completely save the body work in any type of fall. So since they were $80 and it looked like they offer some protection, I'm trying them. No issue with shin interference. Maybe someday I'll add the R&G's also, but at $240ish I'm struggling to see their payback! And since it's been 10 years of ownership before adding the Yoydynes, it's not likely to happen soon!

 

I guess if you have an axle slider and a longer bar end it may not be a big deal if the balance point is off. In the end though, no slider works as well as a hardbag :wink:

 

Yes, the hard bag is the ultimate slider and you can pack for the weekend my friend. The Givi's even pop off and leave the steel frame for some protection. Just dont try to ride out the, small, door of the garage withe them on......but that is another story....

 

Haven't posted here yet, but I read ocassionaly. I bought a 2006 VFR in early June this year, with matching rear frame sliders (hardbags).

I would install engine gaurds on all my vintage bikes, I like the look, and since they're naked bikes, they didn't have anything to project the engine in a fall. Most older bikes the engine stuck out past the frame...not the case for the VFR and many newer bikes.

To add the sense of security, I read a lot on here and found the cut sliders to be expensive...and you have to cut. I figured for $100 I'd give the Lightech ones a shot.

The kit bought from OPP did not include instructions or even a darn picture! I guess where they were supposed to go and was right. One of the engine bolts and spacer is longer than the other, so you have to install them on the correct side (obvious).


I clicked the link above to OPP's website and low and behold he put my pictures up there after I sent them to him! LighTech Frame Sliders (No Cut) - Honda VFR800 2002-2007 images and photos - OPPRACING

If anyone wants me to send or take better pictures...let me know by PM or email.









Cheers,

~Adam