Robert is right again!

[Adirondack Bill]

A couple weeks ago, I posted a question about changing radiator  coolant.  Robert convinced me that you don't  really have drain all the coolant out, just drain a little out and add some "Water Wetter".  Robert claimed this solution would serve as lubricant and help the bike run cooler. Well, he was right.  Normally when I start the Valk, it runs on a higher idle- about 1200 rpm for a couple of minutes and then drops down to about 600 rpm in a couple minutes.  I notice now, it takes much longer to warm up and the rpm to drop. At first I thought something was wrong, but then I remembered the Water Wetter. The bike is running cooler. Robert- "you da man"!

[Robert]

Bill wanted to post and ask you to feel the tops of the radiators to make sure they are warm or hot depending on the bike engine temp. You dont have to pull the cowls as you can feel the radiator tank just behind the plastic on the inside of the radiator pods just below the steering neck. They should be the same for both sides and uniform temp pretty much from top to bottom.

Dont want there to be any problems and once in awhile I will check on a ride just to be sure things are ok. Glad you like it and you will notice it more in the summer when the bike will cool down faster when you turn it off.

You didnt drain all the coolant out did you?

[Adirondack Bill]

Robert, no I did not drain all of the coolant out. I just siphoned off about 12 ounces or so and then filled it up with the Water Wetter. I will check to see if both radiators are warm/hot after warming the bike up. I don't  think there is any air in the system as I just took out a few ounces and then filled it back up. Thanks.

[Robert]