Ari Henning Shows You How to Service Your Motorcycle’s Cooling System

Every motorcyclist will have to change their coolant. While you can always take it into the shop, you’ll save a lot of money if you do the maintenance yourself. Here’s how to service your motorcycle’s cooling system.

The good news is that it’s not too hard of a task and it doesn’t take much in terms of tools or time.

In the video above, Ari Henning runs through the process for Revzilla’s YouTube channel.

Here’s a closer look at what Ari discusses in the video as well as links to helpful gear and supplies.

The Process

Once you have a cool engine, you can begin the service process.

Here’s what you’ll need to do:

  • Open the drain bolt.
  • Open the filler cap.
  • Drain the overflow tank.
  • Check the hoses and radiator.
  • Flush the cooling system with distilled water/white vinegar (a 50:50 mix) – optional.
  • Put on a new washer for the drain bolt.
  • Tighten the drain bolt to spec (use the shop manual).
  • Fill the cooling system, using a funnel and the proper coolant.
  • Fill the overflow tank to the proper levels.

The Supplies

Here’s what you’ll need:

For more tips and advice, check out the article Ari wrote for Revzilla’s Common Tread.

Author: Wade Thiel

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