If Your Engine Overheats
Check the radiator fan.
If the fan is not working, turn the
engine off. Open the fuse box (page
194
) and check the radiator fan fuse. If
the fuse is blown, replace it with the
proper (same rating) spare fuse. Start
the engine. If the coolant temperature
display flashes and the high coolant
temperature indicator comes on, turn
the engine off.
If the radiator fan is working, visually
check the coolant level in the reserve
tank, located behind the lower fairing
(page
88
). It isn't necessary to touch
the radiator system.
If the reserve tank is low or empty, don't
ride without adding coolant (page
After adding coolant, turn the engine on
and check the temperature meter.
If the temperature doesn't drop, do not
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
ride. The engine needs repair. Transport
your motorcycle to a Honda dealer
(page
If the temperature drops to normal,
check the coolant level. If it has gone
down, add more coolant.
If you are able to resume riding, continue
to monitor the meter frequently.
If there's a mild leak, you can ride for
awhile, carefully watching the meter. Be
prepared to stop and add more coolant or
water. If the leak is bad, transport your
motorcycle to a Honda dealer (page
).
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167
).
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).