This video walks you through how to change the engine coolant and thermostat cover gasket on a 2014 Honda CBR650FA. (EXPAND BELOW FOR DETAILS)
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You'll want (at least) 3 quarts of coolant on hand. I used Pro Honda HP Coolant Type-2 (part# 08C50-C321S02) because I always try to use Honda stuff, plus also, this stuff is a wild blue color!
My thermostat cover gasket developed a leak this past winter. I take an extra step in this video to replace it (part# 19305-MGZ-J01). Doing this also drained a lot of additional coolant, so if you don't open yours up (requires an 8mm socket with an extension), you may want to at least disconnect the lower radiator hose.
You should replace your water pump drain bolt crush washer (part# 90463-ML7-000). The water pump drain bolt is opened with a 5mm hex bit. Other than that, the only tool you need for a basic coolant change is a Phillips head screwdriver for the radiator cap set screw.
As you can see, this is a relatively easy maintenance procedure, maybe just one step up from changing the oil.
Other related parts (not replaced here):
radiator bleed bolt o-ring 91353-MEC-003
thermostat 19300-MCJ-003
if you take your exhaust off, you'll need 4 new gaskets: 18291-MN4-92
Thank you for watching. I hope it helps a few of you.
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2020|05|17
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