Gilles IP Frame Sliders- Just Released - Ducati.ms

Shift-Tech · Jan 5th, 2010, 8:30 pm

Just released, the new Gilles Tooling IP frame sliders, the first that have a progressive impact inlay to prevent any possible frame damage/bending.

In stock right now for Monster 696/1100 and Hypermotard and soon for 848/1098/1198. Also available for most Yamaha/Suzuki/Kawasaki models.

http://www.shift-tech-carbon.com/onl...LIDER-KIT.html

reynolds_brad · Jan 5th, 2010, 8:32 pm

Sorry just a little confused, where does this slider mount to? Any more pics of them mounted to the bike?

Shift-Tech · Jan 5th, 2010, 8:35 pm

They just came in and so far I have not mounted any since we don't have a Monster sitting here, sure soon others will be more then happy to post their pictures. They do come with a threaded rod to got through the frame so there are probably not to many locations, as mentioned we don't have a Monster here otherwise I be more then happy to snap you a picture. We sold our Hyper so neither this one is available to fit a set.

reynolds_brad · Jan 5th, 2010, 8:37 pm

So they are for the monster and not the hyper? if so why was this posted in the hyper section?

Shift-Tech · Jan 5th, 2010, 8:38 pm

Just as posted, available for the Monster 696/1100 and for the Hypermotard.

reynolds_brad · Jan 5th, 2010, 8:44 pm

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Originally Posted by Shift-Tech

Just as posted, available for the Monster 696/1100 and for the Hypermotard.

IC missed that.

Anyhow looking forward to some pics showing how they mount. Direct side shot maybe.

Shift-Tech · Jan 6th, 2010, 6:11 am

Just got this picture send from Gilles, more to follow soon.

Revelstoker · Jan 6th, 2010, 8:38 am

Since these are designed to protect the frame and such from the impact of the crash with the new "patented, innovative crash pad," I am wondering if there is any guarantee in place to back up their claims?

Wonder if this is just a gimic or it actually provides a significant benefit to traditional sliders. Also, what does it cost to replace these sliders after they take a beating.

Looks cool but I may have to wait for you early adopters to try these out.

http://www.gillestooling.com/en/news_show.php

http://www.gillestooling.com/produkt...ation_engl.pdf

bigmacduc · Jan 7th, 2010, 3:24 am

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shift-Tech

Just released, the new Gilles Tooling IP frame sliders, the first that have a progressive impact inlay to prevent any possible frame damage/bending.

In stock right now for Monster 696/1100 and Hypermotard and soon for 848/1098/1198. Also available for most Yamaha/Suzuki/Kawasaki models.

http://www.shift-tech-carbon.com/onl...LIDER-KIT.html

any front and rear axle sliders comin up to?

GMP · Jan 7th, 2010, 8:18 am

Not to bash the product, but isn't the issue with slider induced damage due to the slider catching on obstacles in the road (that do not exist on the track) while the bike is sliding, and transfering a large side load to the frame/engine mount? This design seems to address end impact forces that may not be the real problem.

I have the RG sliders, that are two part, with a steel mount and delrin slider. They come with steel bolts. What I've done was to replace these with brass bolts, so if the bike goes down and catches something, the bolt will snap before the frame bending. Now that I have metal handguards these will be the contact point rather than the frame slider anyway as far as I can tell.