Designed to transfer the load to four contact points in the event the motorcycle contacts the ground, thus reducing damage or stress to the chassis of the motorcycle. All cages come with extended sliders as part of the kit. All cages have a durable powder coated gloss black finish. Made from 7/8" chromoly tubing and 1-3/8" thick cold drawn steel. Replaceable Delrin plastic tips in the end of the sliders. All hardware is included for a smooth and easy installation. Cage does not interfere with the rider, and looks like a factory component.