I have manual fan switch, so I throw it on before it hits red.This brought the temp down. But the two times I used the manual switch The bike stalled while it idled. Shut everything off and it started right up. Not sure whats going on . It runs fine at high speed , 90-125.Fine on 50 mile runs...
My bike seems to run hot in stop and go traffic. Checked the coolant level,it was low. Added coolant, still seems to run on the hot side in stop and go traffic. Could it be the coolant needs to be drained and replaced? Or maybe thermostat or the radiator. Bike is an 01. Bought it in Oct. 2013 it...
Noticed my bike running hot today. Put on the fan and it cooled down nicely. When I got home I check the coolant level it was low. I dont know what coolant was in the bike as I bought it in Oct. Can I add any coolant or should I drain the system and refill it . Also whats the best coolant to use...
Thanks for the info. Think I'll research a bit more. I got rave reviews on the Shinko from an old friend who rides very hard out in California. He told me him and all the guys he rides with love them. Thing is he doesn't ride a Vmax.
Hi, I'm new to the forum. Just got a 2001 VMax last Oct. I was wondering if anyone could recommend a set of slip-on exhaust to add on? I would rather not mess with the jetting on the carbs. Also if anyone knows of a decent mechanic to do some work on the bike for me . I live on Staten Island New...