The thermostat opens at 71c to 84c or 159.8f to 183.2f The fan cut-in temp is 102c - 108c or 215.6f - 226.4f The fan cut-out temp is 97c - 103c or 206.6f - 217.4f The temp will vary based on ambient temperatures and oil viscosity. When I used 0w-50 oil, my bike ran around 185f while crusing. Now I use 10w-40 and the crusing temp is around 177f.
Trevor Morton: I agree with you Trevor. You know you're doing something right when people hate you! You're welcome for the info and I make these videos for people like you that just want to fix their bike.
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I have 01 r6 gauge is reading lo but won't show tempature could it be thermostat or thermal sensor would appreciate the advice your are very edifieng thank you from Puerto Rico
scrapwluv: I would check the coolant level first. Be sure the bike is cold (has not run for 3 hours), then remove the radiator cap and check the coolant level in the radiator. Do not open the radiator cap when the bike is warm because the cooling system is pressurized and removing the cap will spray out hot coolant. If the coolant level is correct, it is possible that the coolant temperature sensor is failing. I think you would still get a reading, even if the thermostat was stuck open. The bike would still get warm enough to register a reading above "lo" on the gauge.
@@fwh79FOXR6 it was simply a bad connection with the wires that connect to the wire lead to the thermo unit, wire was split. Appreciate for responding I've learned a lot from your channel since their aren't many with the older r6's love that orange, is it like a type of pearl paint?
@@scrapwluv Thank you, always glad to help out. The paint is not pearl, it's a solid color. The color is actually an old Ford color code CC. It is faded with black paint. I kind of over did the fade job on the tank... so it's hard to notice.
Trey Johnson: Yes they are connected. There is usually a "cold" lower mark and "warm" higher mark on an overflow bottle. It is best to fill the bottle so the radiator can draw in coolant if needed. The bottle is used to purge air from the cooling system. Air in the cooling system acts as an insulator and can cause overheating issues. Usually when the engine warms up the radiator cap opens and allows coolant to flow from the radiator into the bottle releasing any gas (air) or excessive pressure in the system. Later when the bike cools down after a ride, the cap will open again and allow the coolant in the bottle to flow back into the radiator. If the bottle is empty there will not be enough coolant available to be drawn back into the system, causing air to be drawn in instead of coolant.
The hose should hook up to the radiator right below the radiator cap. The cap will open and allow coolant to be pushed into the reservoir bottle when the engine is hot. The cap will also open and allow coolant to flow back into the radiator when the engine cools off.
Yes, that is correct. Checking the coolant level in the reservoir should be a part of your preride inspection. I know it is easy to get lazy and just go ride. However, be extra sure to keep an eye on it after changing the coolant for at least a couple of weeks before going back to being lazy.
Yeah very hot & fast, like I would be at a red light for about 3 to 4 min & the temp would start increasing fast, I've got up to 225 at a red light before, I just checked my radiator & there's about 5 inches of no coolant & my reservoir had nothing in there at all
Also what is operating temp?
The thermostat opens at 71c to 84c or 159.8f to 183.2f
The fan cut-in temp is 102c - 108c or 215.6f - 226.4f
The fan cut-out temp is 97c - 103c or 206.6f - 217.4f
The temp will vary based on ambient temperatures and oil viscosity.
When I used 0w-50 oil, my bike ran around 185f while crusing.
Now I use 10w-40 and the crusing temp is around 177f.
@@fwh79FOXR6 so my bike can read up to 117c should this be a concern or still within running temp
@@ChaoticMartian Your bike is overheating. 110 C or 230 F is considered overheating an engine.
@@fwh79FOXR6 thanks for the quick reply, get that fixed next chance i get on it
@@ChaoticMartian You're welcome.
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Trevor Morton: I agree with you Trevor. You know you're doing something right when people hate you! You're welcome for the info and I make these videos for people like you that just want to fix their bike.
What a god you are. Amazing video and more amazing comment section dude!!
Training Base. Thank you. I trust you found an answer to a question you had. If you need any help, be sure to ask. I might have a solution for your problem.
I have 01 r6 gauge is reading lo but won't show tempature could it be thermostat or thermal sensor would appreciate the advice your are very edifieng thank you from Puerto Rico
scrapwluv: I would check the coolant level first. Be sure the bike is cold (has not run for 3 hours), then remove the radiator cap and check the coolant level in the radiator. Do not open the radiator cap when the bike is warm because the cooling system is pressurized and removing the cap will spray out hot coolant. If the coolant level is correct, it is possible that the coolant temperature sensor is failing. I think you would still get a reading, even if the thermostat was stuck open. The bike would still get warm enough to register a reading above "lo" on the gauge.
@@fwh79FOXR6 it was simply a bad connection with the wires that connect to the wire lead to the thermo unit, wire was split. Appreciate for responding I've learned a lot from your channel since their aren't many with the older r6's love that orange, is it like a type of pearl paint?
@@scrapwluv Thank you, always glad to help out. The paint is not pearl, it's a solid color. The color is actually an old Ford color code CC. It is faded with black paint. I kind of over did the fade job on the tank... so it's hard to notice.
thank you sir very nicely explained
You're welcome.
Just curious (new to street bikes), why fill up the reservoir and fill up the radiator too? Are they not connected?
Trey Johnson: Yes they are connected. There is usually a "cold" lower mark and "warm" higher mark on an overflow bottle. It is best to fill the bottle so the radiator can draw in coolant if needed. The bottle is used to purge air from the cooling system. Air in the cooling system acts as an insulator and can cause overheating issues. Usually when the engine warms up the radiator cap opens and allows coolant to flow from the radiator into the bottle releasing any gas (air) or excessive pressure in the system. Later when the bike cools down after a ride, the cap will open again and allow the coolant in the bottle to flow back into the radiator. If the bottle is empty there will not be enough coolant available to be drawn back into the system, causing air to be drawn in instead of coolant.
fwh79 impressed by the quick response. Makes perfect sense after being explained. Great content. Subscribed!
@@Trey_Johnson11 Thank you. I'm always happy to help someone out. Thanks for the sub.
Where does the coolant resvior hose hook up to? Mine was completely off
The hose should hook up to the radiator right below the radiator cap. The cap will open and allow coolant to be pushed into the reservoir bottle when the engine is hot. The cap will also open and allow coolant to flow back into the radiator when the engine cools off.
Why do it twice? Aint one time enough?
You don't have to do it twice, I just wanted to completely flush out any old coolant
Top it off meaning fill it back up to that half way mark you pointed out on the reservoir?
Yes, that is correct. Checking the coolant level in the reservoir should be a part of your preride inspection. I know it is easy to get lazy and just go ride. However, be extra sure to keep an eye on it after changing the coolant for at least a couple of weeks before going back to being lazy.
& can the reservoir being empty cause overheating? Thank you for the information!
Yes it can and you are welcome. Has your bike been running hot? My bike usually runs around 177-180 degrees while i'm moving.
Yeah very hot & fast, like I would be at a red light for about 3 to 4 min & the temp would start increasing fast, I've got up to 225 at a red light before, I just checked my radiator & there's about 5 inches of no coolant & my reservoir had nothing in there at all
Yeah... that's not good. You may have caught this problem just in time. Have you tried to refill it yet?
nice
Thank you.
Wat a water wetter
vialli ly: Water wetter is a coolant additive.