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Coolant System - Check Hoses for Chafing, Cracks, Damage
Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported.
A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling.
An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the
motorcycle.
Do not remove the expansion tank or coolant pressure cap when the engine is hot.
When the engine is hot, the coolant inside the cooling system will be hot and may also
be under pressure. Contact with hot coolant will cause scalds and skin damage.
If the coolant level is found to be low, or if coolant has to be added regularly, inspect
the cooling system for coolant leaks. If necessary, pressure test the system to locate
the source of the leak and rectify as necessary. Loss of coolant may cause the engine
to overheat and suffer severe damage.
1. Visually inspect the coolant hoses for cracks, damage, leaks or splits.
2. Check the coolant hoses for correct routing, they are secured by the relevant brackets
and and are not chafing.
3. Check the hose clamps for damage and corrosion.
4. If necessary, pressure test the system to locate the source of the leak and rectify as
necessary.
5. Replace any defective components as required.
6. If the level of coolant is low, remove the cap from the expansion tank and add
coolant mixture as necessary to bring the level up to the MAX mark. Refit the cap
(see Coolant Level Adjustment).
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