Coolant for motorbikes

In addition to the frequently asked question, which coolant a car needs, we also look for the answer, which coolant a motorcycle / scooter with a water-cooled engine needs.

In the following we would like to show which differences there are with the motorcycle coolant, which coolant can be suitable and when you should carry out at all a change of the coolant.

You can find more information about coolants in our coolant blog article: "Which coolant is right for your car?"

COOLANT DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CAR AND MOTORCYCLE

There is not really a real difference between the coolant in a car and a motorcycle. A distinction is made between different basic bases for all coolants. In the beginning, the coolants were produced on the basis of ethylene glycol [EG]. These coolants have excellent cooling properties, but are also very toxic.

A more environmentally friendly and less toxic further development led to the use of polypropylene glycol [PG]. It is less toxic and has better heat transfer, so engine temperatures can be kept consistently low.

Coolants of these two types are combined as inorganic coolants if they use silicate as corrosion inhibitor.

As the latest development, the organic coolant is increasingly being used in modern cooling systems - independent of the car or motorcycle. They are characterised by a longer service life. However, they have the disadvantage of not being compatible with the seals of older vehicles. These coolants do not use silicate for corrosion protection, but other effective organic acids.

MOTORCYCLE COOLANT FROM GLYSANTIN

The well-known coolant manufacturer Glysantin has a small product range with which they simultaneously meet the requirements of all automobile and motorcycle manufacturers. Glysantin is also one of the few manufacturers who explicitly recommend their products to motorcycle brands.

We have summarized these recommendations for you here:

WHEN SHOULD THE COOLANT IN MOTORCYCLES BE CHANGED?

Most motorcycle manufacturers recommend changing the coolant about every 2 years or about 38,000 km to prevent corrosion that can cause wear. The fresher the coolant is in the cooling system, the more effectively it can cool the engine and above all protect it from overheating.