Coolant Question ??

[Tour Deluxe]

Does it matter what type or brand of coolant I use in my RSTD. A friend of mine tells me to use the honda coolant because it will not damage the water pump (Contains low or no silicate). Owners manual just calls for regular 50/50 coolant. What are you folks using ??

 

Thanks: Will

[M61A1MECH]

I always used Honda motorcycle specific low silicate coolant in my 98 Royal, put 96k on her before I bought my Venture. Never had any problems and always heard from what I consider reputable sources that regular 50 / 50 mix auot type coolant is bad for motorcyles cooling systems.

For my monry I would stick with the Honda or Yamaha coolant.

[Tour Deluxe]

Thanks Steve I appreciate the reply.

[hipshot]

somewhere, here on this forum, someone stated that any coolant specifically designed for ALUMINUM block engines, is what you need.

you might do a search, and find that particular thread.

just jt