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Scooters - Big Bore => Xciting 500 => Topic started by: mrjlube on March 16, 2018, 04:54:24 PM

Title: Coolant change
Post by: mrjlube on March 16, 2018, 04:54:24 PM

Hi guys. I have an 09 xciting 500 with 7,000 miles. It still has its original coolant. Do you think i need to change it? Also has anyone done it...difficult?? Thanks for your time everyone!

Title: Re: Coolant change
Post by: CROSSBOLT on March 16, 2018, 06:46:41 PM

Several posts on this for different Kymco models. All liquid cooled procedures about the same. I recall De dee's technique stands out for some reason...the biggest problem seems to be the "burp" to get rid of air trapped. I think he had a good way to do that.

Title: Re: Coolant change
Post by: stuo on March 16, 2018, 08:24:43 PM

I vote for changing it. Coolant and brake fluid seem to be the fluids least likely to be properly replaced by previous owners. The coolant does more than cool the engine: it has additives that prevent engine deterioration. Keep an eye on your temp gauge after the change to make sure you don't have air pockets.

Title: Re: Coolant change
Post by: sissymary on March 27, 2018, 03:13:59 PM

Don't worry, I have about 40,000 miles on mine. No issues. Would you change it in your car at 7K? Think about it. :-*

Title: Re: Coolant change
Post by: stuo on April 29, 2018, 10:09:14 PM

Sissy implies that it's only about the miles ridden that determines when to change coolant. All the maintenance manuals I've read specify a time limit as well, so i assume the stuff deteriorates over time even if you don't put miles on your scoot. I just read my GV 250 manual: "Replace coolant every year or 10,000 km". I believe they mean "whichever comes first".

Title: Re: Coolant change
Post by: gwdoiron on May 05, 2018, 05:17:07 AM

Per the XC500 owner's manual, inspect every 8,000 miles, and change at 24,000 miles.  So, extract some and visually inspect it for contamination - if it looks ok, good for another 8,000 miles, if it looks contaminated, check the water pump seals (or the cylinder gaskets) and replace.

Title: Re: Coolant change
Post by: Forbes1964 on May 05, 2018, 07:26:30 PM

They make test strips to check the additives in car antifreeze. Perhaps your auto mechanic has some and will check it for you. Won’t hurt to ask. That way you’ll be sure.


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Title: Re: Coolant change
Post by: mrjlube on May 07, 2018, 10:01:55 PM

Thanks everyone.  I checked with a tester and passed. Will leave it for a while. Thanks everyone.