Usually its like a quarter in up from the coldest but i went on a ride today and it was like this, and length and condition of the ride was same as always?
Is my motor too hot?
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Usually its like a quarter in up from the coldest but i went on a ride today and it was like this, and length and condition of the ride was same as always?
What's the bike ...
The temperature is still below the red zone, which is still OK.
If you are comparing how it is now (decently warm weather) compared to how it has been earlier this spring or last fall (cold weather) ... it's gonna run warmer now.
If it really is running warmer in the same traffic and outside temperature conditions, check coolant level in the radiator (it should be full to the brim under the radiator cap) and the reservoir (between lower and upper marks), make sure the radiator itself does not have too many fins that are broken or bent flat (blocking airflow) or clogged with dirt ... BE VERY CAREFUL if you decide to clean it or straighten fins, very easy to do a lot more damage. Make sure the cooling fan works.
The temperature is still below the red zone, which is still OK.
If you are comparing how it is now (decently warm weather) compared to how it has been earlier this spring or last fall (cold weather) ... it's gonna run warmer now.
If it really is running warmer in the same traffic and outside temperature conditions, check coolant level in the radiator (it should be full to the brim under the radiator cap) and the reservoir (between lower and upper marks), make sure the radiator itself does not have too many fins that are broken or bent flat (blocking airflow) or clogged with dirt ... BE VERY CAREFUL if you decide to clean it or straighten fins, very easy to do a lot more damage. Make sure the cooling fan works.
XenoVibe
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If it's high temp during riding I'd contact the dealership and let them know sooner rather than later.
Regardless, purchase one of these. It will increase motor longevity according to KLR forums.
http://shop.watt-man.com/Thermo-Bob-for-KLR650-2008-and-NEWER-TB8.htm
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From a fellow KLR rider. Your fine. I'm guessing you saw that temp at a stop/slow speeds after constant running.
Buy the thermo-Bob if you want. I think your just adding potential complications. All the thermo bob does is hold engine temp at a more constant level. If you do get one I'd wait till after your warranty is up.
I have over 55k km (with a 685kit as well) and I've been fine without one. I know guys who had much more without and they were fine as well.
Take what is said on the KLR forums with a grain of salt. Some of those guys can be "extreme" in their views.
If the temp is always that high or more check to see if the fan runs and check your coolant level ( see manual for proper way). If those work you may just need to burp the coolant system as an air bubble can cause it to not work right.
Buy the thermo-Bob if you want. I think your just adding potential complications. All the thermo bob does is hold engine temp at a more constant level. If you do get one I'd wait till after your warranty is up.
I have over 55k km (with a 685kit as well) and I've been fine without one. I know guys who had much more without and they were fine as well.
Take what is said on the KLR forums with a grain of salt. Some of those guys can be "extreme" in their views.
If the temp is always that high or more check to see if the fan runs and check your coolant level ( see manual for proper way). If those work you may just need to burp the coolant system as an air bubble can cause it to not work right.
I wouldn't worry about it.
AFAIK, Kawasakis of that vintage (the bike may be brand new, but the guts are still a design that is almost 30 years old) have analog temperature gauges that work in a small range, much like their annoying analog fuel gauges. I could watch the gauge on my ZX-11 sweep half the run of the needle just from the thermostat cycling open and closed. If you're still feeling uneasy about it, you can do the checks that Brian suggested.
AFAIK, Kawasakis of that vintage (the bike may be brand new, but the guts are still a design that is almost 30 years old) have analog temperature gauges that work in a small range, much like their annoying analog fuel gauges. I could watch the gauge on my ZX-11 sweep half the run of the needle just from the thermostat cycling open and closed. If you're still feeling uneasy about it, you can do the checks that Brian suggested.
Every word here is truth....thermo bob does nothing special at all. That temp will def go down as you ride and as it breaks in. Great bike BTW.
sid_for_speed
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Usually its like a quarter in up from the coldest but i went on a ride today and it was like this, and length and condition of the ride was same as always?
check owner's manual. what is that mark between hot and cold supposed to indicate?
Sorry thats not a mark its a piece of grass
Iceman
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No, that's a mark. Your needle is pointing almost directly at it... The grass is on the other side.
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If your fan is constantly running I'd be concerned.
Tat2 and I sat through a Montreal traffic jam a few years ago, and that was the only time I was concerned about my engine temp.
Let us know if it doesn't improve.
Tat2 and I sat through a Montreal traffic jam a few years ago, and that was the only time I was concerned about my engine temp.
Let us know if it doesn't improve.
See thats why its usually at 1/4 so thats why i didnt get it, i guess it was a little bit warmer out not much and i drove for 2 hours straight through city.
