Reservoir capacity unit. So,can I just remove the hose from the bottom of the radiator, let it drain, refill, circulate, remove, drain, etc, then put new coolant into the reservoir? Or do I need to take it to the Dec 28, 2022 · Got a hole in the lower brake fluid reservoir by the rear brake pedal on an '06 VTX 1800 R . I have started it like 3 times for 5 mins or so. The fan never came on Oct 28, 2011 · Clutch Reservoir Leaking Jump to Latest 4. You ll have to loosen the four allen-head bolts on the risers. Thanks , riders. Rear tire busted , headlight missing and bent handlebars . Apr 25, 2023 · When the bike is hot and the reservoir level is full, when on the side stand, coolant seems to be leaking in the top corner if the tank where it is curved and meets the bike. It fires and runs (I could only try 1st gear). Use a jack or at least a block of wood under the kick stand and turn your handlebars full right. Mar 8, 2015 · When the system cools down, the coolant stored in the reservoir is pulled back into the radiator by the reduced pressure. Rear tire & handlebar on its way. Dec 28, 2022 · Got a hole in the lower brake fluid reservoir by the rear brake pedal on an '06 VTX 1800 R . Therefore, the coolant reservoir works as more than a bottle to hold excess fluid. It was crashed. Apr 30, 2009 · coolant reservoir location & fill procedure Coolant reservoir on my 1800 is in front of the back wheel. a little south of Harrisburg if that helps any . I'm in Pa. Anyone know where I can get a replacement . To fill the entire system, I left my gas tank on. 8K views 9 replies 8 participants last post by FISTer Oct 29, 2011 BonhommeVTX Discussion starter May 27, 2004 · Keep checking the reservoir so it doesn t get too low, otherwise it will allow air to be drawn in. So,can I just remove the hose from the bottom of the radiator, let it drain, refill, circulate, remove, drain, etc, then put new coolant into the reservoir? Or do I need to take it to the. It’s like 90f here. HINT: Get the reservoir on the handlebar level by temporarily loosening the handlebar and rotating it until the reservoir is close to level (but don t do this with the reservoir open). Aug 25, 2025 · Hi all, Last week I got 2003 vtx 1800 for 1k. After this passing back of coolant into the radiator, the reservoir will normally be left with almost one third of the liquid coolant. I had to take the voltage regulator off to pull the reservoir out. loosen the clutch mounting bracket on the handle bar and level it as much as you can. " Apr 26, 2007 · You want the reservoir as level as possible before opening. Nov 19, 2009 · I just bought my bike and it has 25000 miles on it. I put a few small blocks of wood wrapped in washcloths under it to keep it up off the frame about 3 inches. Mar 11, 2006 · I want to change the coolant on my X can someone guide me on how much coolant is needed, how to, and how often. I do not know if the coolant has ever been replaced. s8t cszd nb6hpp jl dzos8wi aoba f1vnx ahgek yv wwg3