Cooling System; Level Check - Honda Motorcycle Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
LEVEL CHECK
Always check the coolant level with the motorcycle in a ver-
tical position on a flat, level surface.
Always check the coolant level at the reserve tank (not the
radiator)
Check to see if the coolant level in the reserve tank is
somewhere between the upper and lower lines.
If the level is somewhere between the upper and lower lines or
below the lower line, add a 50150 mixture of antifreeze and
distilled water to the upper line. (See Coolant Mixture Prepara-
tion page 5-6)
Check to see if there are any coolant leaks when the liquid
level decreases very rapidly.
If the reserve tank becomes completely empty, there is a
possibility of the air getting into the cooling system. So, be
sure to remove all air from the cooling system as described on
page 5-7.
NOTE
The effectiveness of coolant decreases with the ac-
cumulation of rust or if there is a change in the mixing
proportion during usage. Therefore, for best perfor-
mance, change the coolant regularly. (See page 5-6)
COOLING SYSTEM
To prevent injury, keep your hands and clothing away
from the cooling fan.
It
may start automatically, without
warning.
Check the radiator air passages for clogging or damage,
straighten bent fins with a small, flat blade screwdriver and
remove insects, mud or other obstructions with compressed
air or low water pressure. If 1/3 or more of the fins are
crushed or twisted, the fins should be repaired using a small
flat blade screwdriver.
Remove the body panels and fuel tank, and check for anv
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coolant leakage from water pump, water hoses, and hose
joints.
Check for any deterioration or damage to the water hoses. A
rubber hose deteriorates naturally over time due to heat and
wear. If the hose deteriorates too much, it will rupture due to
the pressure in the cooling system. Squeeze the hose and look
for cracks.
WATER HOSE
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Date of Issue: March,
1995
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HONDA MOTOR CO..LTD.