Coolant 2006 ST-1300

cgrgski

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So manual says "ethylene antifreeze (silicate free) for aluminum engines in 50/50 solution with Pro Honda Coolant or an equivalent distilled water". What is the non-Honda brand off the shelf equivalent to this in an auto parts store?
 
I just put the green extended life in mine, and that's what the PO had in it (I've had the bike for 3 years, was time for a flush)
 
Name brand 50/50 silicate free for Asian vehicles. Prestone, Peak, Zerex etc.. Honda car dealers sell Honda HG coolant Type 2 and that’s what I generally buy.
 
Or use Evan's Waterless Coolant and forget about it. https://evanscoolant.com/

I've used it in my ST1100 for over 100,000 miles and my ST1300 for well over 150,000 miles. Doesn't need to be replaced and doesn't pressurize the system. Just a satisfied customer.
 
etalors said:
Did you have to completely get rid of the Honda coolant before you add this to the bike.
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If your coolant of choice is ethylene antifreeze and silicate free, then no - Honda's is compatible with your new juice. If you are using one of the permanent coolants (like @Uncle Phil), then no, the old and new are not compatible.

In the past I've found Honda's Type 2 from Honda auto dealers ranges in price from $20 to $30 a gallon from several dealerships near me.
 
You want one with the RED wording as described in the right picture.
Super tech at Walmart also has silicate and phosphate free 50/50 coolant.
It’s about $8 gallon.
 

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cgrgski said:
So manual says "ethylene antifreeze (silicate free) for aluminum engines in 50/50 solution with Pro Honda Coolant or an equivalent distilled water". What is the non-Honda brand off the shelf equivalent to this in an auto parts store?
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This is a very timely topic as I changed my coolant with the Honda brand and paid $12 / quart (including tax), for the last time. Their price has shot up quite a bit. I was about to put the question to the forum on what alternatives were out there. Looks like we have a few, including the Honda car coolant which sells for $24 for a gallon jug, over by me.
 
I can get Engine Ice at my local Walmart for cheaper than CycleGear sells it for. IMG_0983.JPG
 
docw1 said:
For Evan's, then yes. You want to get rid of as much water in the system as possible. Evan's has a product that you put in first, run it around, and discard, then put in their product.
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Thanks for the info. What is the reason this coolant never needs changing.
 
etalors said:
What is the reason this coolant never needs changing.
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no water, hence no limescale buildups creeping into gaps; chemically stable, so no acid formation, thus non corrosive...

Unfortunately only sold in 2ltr containers, whilst an ST1100 requires 2.7ltr...
So for two ST's I'll need to buy 3 cans (6 including the prepping fluid), ending up with leftovers...
 
ST1100Y said:
no water, hence no limescale buildups creeping into gaps; chemically stable, so no acid formation, thus non corrosive...

Unfortunately only sold in 2ltr containers, whilst an ST1100 requires 2.7ltr...
So for two ST's I'll need to buy 3 cans (6 including the prepping fluid), ending up with leftovers...
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Look at it another way. Once this coolant is installed, you will never have to change again. That is quite a savings in $$$ and also no hassles maybe forever.
 
etalors said:
Look at it another way. Once this coolant is installed, you will never have to change again. That is quite a savings in $$$ and also no hassles maybe forever.
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I might get away with only two cans of prepping fluid by a) filling only 2ltr for the process or b) "recycle" some of it for the 2nd motorcycle...
My GF's NT700VA require 2.2 ltr coolant... so I'd need to purchase 4 cans each...
 
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