Coolant Recommendation - Honda Motorcycle Owner's Manual

COOLANT

Coolant Recommendation

The owner must properly maintain the coolant
to prevent freezing, overheating and corrosion.
Use only high quality ethylene glycol
antifreeze containing corrosion protection
inhibitors specifically recommended for use in
aluminum engines. (SEE ANTIFREEZE
CONTAINER LABEL).
Use only low-mineral drinking water or
distilled water as a part of the antifreeze
solution. Water that is high in mineral content
or salt may be harmful to the aluminum engine.
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The factory provides a 50/50 solution of
antifreeze and distilled water in this motorcycle.
This coolant solution is recommended for most
operating temperatures and provides good
corrosion protection. A higher concentration of
antifreeze decreases the cooling system
performance and is recommended only when
additional protection against freezing is needed.
A concentration of less than 40/60 (40%
antifreeze) will not Provide proper corrosion
protection.
During freezing temperatures, check the
cooling system frequently and add higher
concentrations of antifreeze (up to a maximum
of 60% antifreeze) if required.