

Installing the thermostat
Disassembling the water pumpOverheating
Engine
1. Clogged coolant passages
Cylinder head and piston
Heavy carbon buildup
2. Engine oil
Incorrect oil level
Incorrect oil viscosity
Inferior oil quality
Cooling system
1. Coolant
Low coolant level
2. Radiator
Damaged or leaking radiator
Faulty radiator cap
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Engine oil and oil filter element
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter element
replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the engine oil level
Place the vehicle on a level surface
and hol ...
Changing the coolant
1. Remove:
Lower side cowlings
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Remove:
Radiator cap "1"
WARNINGA hot radiator is under pressure.
Therefore,
do not remove the radiator cap when the engine
is hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may
be blown out, which c ...