got a 1985 250r just bought. Unfortunatly i dont have a operating manual for it and cant seem to find one. I dont know much of the radiator. Can you guys tell me what to put in the radiator? Dont know if it is water. anti-freeze or what. thanks
got a 1985 250r just bought. Unfortunatly i dont have a operating manual for it and cant seem to find one. I dont know much of the radiator. Can you guys tell me what to put in the radiator? Dont know if it is water. anti-freeze or what. thanks
50-50 Water And Antifreeze
"07" DR650 Suzuki Dual Sport
alright thanks, can anyone else confirm that?
yea confirmed
Confirmed, 50/50 mix of distilled water & anti-freeze.
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50/50 mix you can buy at any atv shop .
thanks much you guys, nope sorry dont got any pics. maybe i can get some pics once i get my fmf pipe on. hope its the best decision
Do you guys ever run engine ice? I only do in my cr500 because well hot weather over here and I ride for long periods. Does it matter with the 250r's?
91 CR500R
00 YZ80
i live in arizona lol its hot as well i also ride for long periods of time too. but wat is engine ice?
It is used in the coolant. Supposed to lower your temp a little.
Make sure if you get coolant from a parts store or something that is safe for aluminum. Almost all of it is nowdays, but just be sure of it before you use it.
I have a Honda shop manual for 85-86 R. If you have any Q's, I can give you the info right from the manual. I think you can still get the manual. Probably in the 30 dollar range, and nice to have.
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Currently owned rides:
My sleds, and.........
1995 CBR600F3
1976 Kaw 400 triple-smoker......SOLD
1986 250R...owned since 1990
06-23-07........the R is finally done!!!
ESR pipe, Aktive reeds/CR cage, 38mm PWK, +4 Dominator
mild clean-up porting, an open K&N, CR and YZ calipers.......among other things
Ya for my 500 I have to watch out because my water pump is magnesium so certain liquids will corode it.
91 CR500R
00 YZ80
where can this manual be bought?
what part of az u in?? i have a honda shop manual for 85-86 250R u can borrow or i could fax a few pages if need!!
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1985 250R
1985 250SX
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