Frame Sliders:
I originally bought some asymmetric frame sliders and quickly realized
that I would not like them:
http://www.mindspring.com/%7Evlok/SV650/Frame_slider/installing_frame_sliders.htm
http://www.bluepoof.com/motorcycles/howto/svs_frame_sliders/
I did not like the asymmetric look, the mounting points,
or the fact that my right knee would always be touching one.
So, I sold those on ebay and bought some symmetric sliders (aka: "Pro").
These look better, mount on a stronger part of the engine, and offer
more body clearance and knee room.
To install these you will need:
High quality long 3/8" socket wrench [Optional: two of these, to counter each other]
3/8" socket 6" extension [Optional: two of these]
17mm 6 point 3/8" socket [Optional: two of these]
Optional: Torque Wrench (93 Nm / 68 ft-lb)
Optional: Loctite Strength (used only if you don't use a counter wrench)
NOTE: According to the Service Manual, "The engine mounting
nuts are self-locking. Once the nuts have been removed, they are no longer
of any use."
Interpret this however you want, and at your own risk.
I personally think there is no need to buy a new nut: this nut is cranked down
to 93Nm; it ain't going anywhere!
You could always loctite it too.
Follow these instructions:
http://www.inturace.com/instructs/pdf/FS-21X.pdf
Two things I would like to add:
1) If you are not using two wrenches (to counter each other) then apply
some loctite between the right flange nut and the right aluminum bushing
(recessed in the slider). Let this set for at least a few minutes.
This should provide enough resistance for you to tighten the nut without needing
a counter wrench.
2) Tighten the left nut to 93 Nm (68 ft-lb)
Canadian: