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Little checking..
This was an issue on the older models and they came out with an improved version. If you are doing your own work it is well worth getting a shop manual online it will make things so much easier.
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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radiator canister cracked
One other thing to consider is you now need to completely drain your coolant and replace it all. Bad things happen when you mix antifreeze colors.
And yes there was a service bulletin on changing these canisters; check with your local dealer.
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2018 F3-T
My mods: Can am Trailer hitch, USB and 12 volt power outlets, Gustason windshield, Bead rider seat cushion, battery harness for electric gear and battery tender, Time out trailer.
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Don't forget to take hose off on lower radiator to drain many have ruined the radiator trying to remove the drain plug which cracks the glue job
2 happy happy spyders
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What is the correct color to get? Even BRP sells two types. My 08 GS has the green in it.
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I had to replace my tank last summer, on my '08 GS. The dealer did check with BRP, but it wasn't covered. Cost was around $60 - $65. I agree with the above poster, who stated to remove the lower hose from the radiator to drain. Do not remove the drain plug. It's really not that hard of a job to change out. Good luck.
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Our bikes do not have DexCool in them. As long as you use an antifreeze that is safe for aluminum engines it doesn't matter what color it is.
While I was tracking down the hose leak last year I topped off with green (safe for aluminum.) When I drained and flushed last year (removed the drain plug btw with no ill effects) there were no clumps, no sludge, just slightly less orange antifreeze. Flushed with distilled water, still no problems. Filled it with green and it's been fine ever since.
Don't overthink this.
Trb-- (Roger)
2014 Cognac STL:Ultimate Seat, Nelson Rigg Tail Pack, Nelson Rigg RS/ST Half Cover, TL fender lights, Squared Away Laser Alignment, BajaRon sway bar and links, Akropovic Sport Silencer
2022 White Pearl F3T
Gone but not forgotten: 2019 F3S Special Series Liquid Titanium
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Was changing my coolant with the BRP green fluid and needed to get more for a good flush. Found out it's not made anymore and only orange was available at the shop. Ouch!
According to the shop a bulliten says you can't mix it, but the Tech line say's you can. Huh. Flushed once with orange and refiled with orange. The problem with this is that only a third of the fluid drains out (2.2 qts of 3.2 qts). Means a little green is left.
Any insight on the issue?
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Originally Posted by Trbayth
Our bikes do not have DexCool in them. As long as you use an antifreeze that is safe for aluminum engines it doesn't matter what color it is.
While I was tracking down the hose leak last year I topped off with green (safe for aluminum.) When I drained and flushed last year (removed the drain plug btw with no ill effects) there were no clumps, no sludge, just slightly less orange antifreeze. Flushed with distilled water, still no problems. Filled it with green and it's been fine ever since.
Don't overthink this.
If you mix the two different color antifreeze's from BRP it will coagulate and screw up your radiator system, BRP specifically states DO NOT MIX DIFFERENT COLOR ANTIFREEZE'S.
Cruzr Joe
2018 F3 Limited, BRP Driver Backrest, Spyderpops Lighted Bump Skid, Dual Spyclops Light, Mirror Turn Signals, Laser Alignment, Engine LEDs, Fog Lights With Halo's, Cushion Handgrips, BRT LEDs, and Under Lighting, Lamonster IPS, (with Clock), F4 25" Vented Windshield with Wings, Airhawk "R" Cushions. Position 4 Brake setting, Short reach Handlebars, Dash Mounted Voltmeter and 12 Volt Plug. Set of 3rd pegs. Extended Passenger Seat. Exterior BRP Connect setup, Ultimate Trailer
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Originally Posted by Cruzr Joe
If you mix the two different color antifreeze's from BRP it will coagulate and screw up your radiator system, BRP specifically states DO NOT MIX DIFFERENT COLOR ANTIFREEZE'S.
Cruzr Joe
Where? I've read my owners manual (and the relevant portions of the shop manual) multiple times and can not find anywhere where BRP says to not mix different color antifreezes.
And as I said in my original reply, when I changed and flushed my antifreeze, there was no coagulation.
Trb-- (Roger)
2014 Cognac STL:Ultimate Seat, Nelson Rigg Tail Pack, Nelson Rigg RS/ST Half Cover, TL fender lights, Squared Away Laser Alignment, BajaRon sway bar and links, Akropovic Sport Silencer
2022 White Pearl F3T
Gone but not forgotten: 2019 F3S Special Series Liquid Titanium
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The tape you used is a self-fusing wrap - it only sticks to itself and will not adhere to the surface. It's for wrapping a cracked hose or pipe or insulation on a wire or cable.
2009 Spyder Roadster
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I've found my Spyder pretty easy to work on once I got over my initial worry about the differences from a 'normal' motorbike. The RS's are straightforward really and it is satisfying to work it out for yourself. Problem is now you've started tinkering you'll find all sorts of changes you want to make as well as the normal maintenance:-)
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