coolant level

[diesel-dawg]

The silicone spray will preserve the rubber, but it also makes it remain slippery. That could contribute to loss of the panels, as easily as they are lost on a Spyder . I'll stick with water or spit.

Considering where these pieces are located on a Spyder, your choice seems good. On my other rides, the pop off pieces were located behind or in middle, not up front where wind would grab it. However, on my Spyder, I have attached Bake Built Air Wings to both sides, and these attached make it nearly impossible to lose a side panel due to turbulence or bumps.

 

[NancysToy]

Considering where these pieces are located on a Spyder, your choice seems good. On my other rides, the pop off pieces were located behind or in middle, not up front where wind would grab it. However, on my Spyder, I have attached Bake Built Air Wings to both sides, and these attached make it nearly impossible to lose a side panel due to turbulence or bumps.

One of the nice bonuses of the Baker Air Wings is that they secure the side panels in place.

 

[kepople]

Just to clarify because I am going to buy some at lunch, you dont need "motorcycle" specific antifreeze right?
You can just use generic automotive antifreeze?

I assume antifreeze is antifreeze, but just wanted to make sure.

 

[NancysToy]

Just to clarify because I am going to buy some at lunch, you dont need "motorcycle" specific antifreeze right?
You can just use generic automotive antifreeze?

I assume antifreeze is antifreeze, but just wanted to make sure.

In this day and age, antifreeze is no longer antifreeze. You need a 50:50 mix of an ethylene glycol (green) antifreeze and deionized water. Buy a good brand, premixed (ready to use), that states on the label that it is compatible for use in aluminum engines or with aluminum components. Prestone, Peak, and similar name brands should all be fine.

 

[Tango]

Has anyone used a "wet water" mixed with the antifreeze? Makes the water more slippery, and lowers the temperature. :ani29: Tom :trike:

 

[Ga Blue Knight]

Has anyone used a "wet water" mixed with the antifreeze? Makes the water more slippery, and lowers the temperature. :ani29: Tom :trike:

I have in my RT but to tell the truth have not seen any difference. When I had an RS it did lower the temps slightly. Anyway it can't hurt.

 

[Cruzr Joe]

The silicone spray will preserve the rubber, but it also makes it remain slippery. That could contribute to loss of the panels, as easily as they are lost on a Spyder . I'll stick with water or spit.

I agree 100%

Cruzr Joe


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[Cruzr Joe]

Can you use a water color dye to help see the level in the coolant container or would that be a bad idea?

Cruzr Joe


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[MidLifeCrisis]

Has anyone used a "wet water" mixed with the antifreeze? Makes the water more slippery, and lowers the temperature. :ani29: Tom :trike:

I did notice my fan coming on a block or so later on the same road and same temps. That would suggest it did something, but to say I feel a difference, I'd have to say no. I'd definitely keep using it though, since I do feel it does help shed heat faster and every little bit helps.


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[kepople]

http://prestone.com/node/423

So here is the Prestone Motorcycle prediluted. they also list one thats says its for vehicles with aluminum parts.

http://prestone.com/node/422

Will either work?

and with the prediluted then, I dont mix with distilled water as per the can am manual?

thanks

 

[NancysToy]

http://prestone.com/node/423

So here is the Prestone Motorcycle prediluted. they also list one thats says its for vehicles with aluminum parts.

http://prestone.com/node/422

Will either work?

and with the prediluted then, I dont mix with distilled water as per the can am manual?

thanks

The links don't work, but use the pre-diluted unless you have access to a supply of deionized water. You use it right out of the container...don't mix it.

 

[kepople]

Guess I will stop by the autoparts store and see what they have to offer.

 

[kepople]

I looked but they did not have any thing that stated for aluminum radiators other than an off brand and the pre stone DEX which says its formulated for GM cars that require it...

What about honda premixed motorcycle anti freeze/

I ask because I can get it close by and I dont need that much.

kirby