Carbon
New Member
Folks: I purchased a 2008 FZ6, joined the forum and started researching the engine guard vs. frame slider topic and soon found myself down a rabbit hole. As a newbie, it seems like the frame sliders do a better job protecting the tank (possibly fairing) but I'm uncertain whether they'll protect the engine case. Engine guards seem like they'd do a great job protecting the engine but I'm not certain they'll protect the tank and fairing. My primary concern is minimizing damage in a zero to low speed drop. I welcome anyone's first had experience with the protection provided by engine guards or frame sliders. Also, I curious if anyone has successfully mounted both engine guards and sliders? I realize that both guards and sliders compete for the same mounting point on the frame but perhaps someone out there has worked it out. Thanks!