Radiator hose kit - no more thermostat - no biggie?

[DALLASDRZ]

That's what I have. IMO, It's the most accurate.

Ya got a link for this contraption ?

Thanks

[Mckay]

Ya got a link for this contraption ?

Thanks

I do

 

http://www.trailtech.net/catalogsearch/result/index/?q=sensor+temp&temp_sensor_type=103

[ballisticexchris]

Remember you need the 10mm blade long wire.

Edited December 15, 2014 by ballisticexchris

[weantright]

That's what I have. IMO, It's the most accurate.

Sensor in the coolant at the exit from the radiator would be the most accurate. This should be the lowest temps in the system and most consistent when placed in coolant.

[ballisticexchris]

I think anything in the right radiator is going to be pretty darn close to the same in temperature. 

[DALLASDRZ]

I do

http://www.trailtech.net/catalogsearch/result/index/?q=sensor+temp&temp_sensor_type=103

Thanks, sure is pricey but will work!

Can't believe no one else makes one.

[weantright]

Here's another style

 

http://www.bikebandit.com/aftermarket-parts/motorcycle-electrical-parts/gauges-indicators-universal/trail-tech-water-temperature-sensor?b=1654243&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=merchantfeed&utm_campaign=pla&kpid=1654243&gclid=CjwKEAiAqrqkBRCep-rKnt_r_lkSJAArVUBciHcywrF0X8Y6tRcPqHA5pJbJXg_1jL7t_90NUyiFURoCACrw_wcB

[MoToFx]

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Edited July 16, 2015 by MoToFx

[DALLASDRZ]

Ended up using this and it works great.

[RDA71]

Reviving this old discussion...  Recently had the thermostat removed and replaced with a Y on my nearly new RRS because it was leaking.  In even mildly cool SoCal temps (60F) and after being fully warmed up, the coolant temp quickly drops below 130F at light engine loads over 35mph or so.  For any bike that will see such use, either on the street or on fireroads, keeping the thermostat seems like a good idea to maintain reasonable minimum running temps even in temperate areas.

[Beta300REcat]

On 12/10/2014 at 1:24 PM, Thewegian said:

Isn't there something about the thermostat controlling the flow of coolant so it has time to cool as it goes through the radiator?

Anthropomorphic internet myth.

[mferring1]

Have a 2017 500 RR-S. Live in NM mountains and routinely ride above 8000 ft.

Replaced my hoses and deleted thermostat when I had the typical coolant leak from the thermostat. Then went to Colorado in early Oct and rode at high altitude (10-13000 ft). In my opinion the bike did not run as well, took forever to warm up (temps in 30s and 40s), and ran much cooler than what I was used to. Also, when I ride in NM, temps vary greatly during the day.

So I put the thermostat back on and feel the bike runs more consistently. I also had a terrible flameout and idle problem in Colorado, even after attempting to reset by idling for a long periods after start without touching the throttle. May be completely unrelated, but haven't had any idle or flameout issues after putting the thermostat back on.

I know a lot of folks run with no thermostat just fine. Probably would work great at lower altitudes, more temperate and consistent temperature climate, etc. Mine seems to be happier with it. Just waiting for this one to leak though.......

Edited April 26, 2018 by mferring1

[summitrider04]

Just installed the Samco kit from Beta on my 2017 390-RRS. I too had a leak coming from my thermostat housing. The clearance between the header and lower hose is very close. As mentioned, twisting the hose before clamping helps a bit. I also zip-tied it down and left overnight hoping it would stay, but it didn't do much.  

Pics attached