Engine Ice anyone?

Discussion in 'Dakar champion (950/990)' started by ADVill, Sep 28, 2013.

  1. ADVill

    ADVill Been here awhile

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    Anyone try Engine Ice or similar stuff? Results? Ok to use?
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  2. ADVill

    ADVill Been here awhile

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  3. 556baller

    556baller Adventurer

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    I've been running it in my 09' 990 for about 4 months. Hard to say it works any better than the standard coolant, I added a second fan and cooler temp sensor at the same time. With all the cooling mods the bike runs great in 105*+ weather.
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  4. JN3n

    JN3n Been here awhile

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    I use Water Wetter in my KTM race bike and have never had a problem.
    I also had it in my 950 KTM mixed with antifreeze with very good results on and offroad.
    Engine Ice is a very good product... Shouldn't have any problems.
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  5. zgfiredude

    zgfiredude Long timer

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    I do not yet use it in my (new to me) 950, but I do use it in my 450 dirt bike. It runs clean and I have never had a cooling related issue in all kinds of temps.

    I will use it in the 950 when I flush it out this winter. :D
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  6. Eldon

    Eldon 90% Bike 10% Rider

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    I've had run Engine Ice in my 950 for years but switched back to Yamaha coolant do to price. I couldn't tell any difference in cooling between the two coolants.
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  7. bykpimp

    bykpimp Live and let ride

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    I use to use it. Switched to Redline super cool. Works better.
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  8. Dan950ser

    Dan950ser Two Wheeled Addict

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    Can't tell a huge difference in coolants but like to run quality stuff in such an exspensive machine. I run it in both my bikes and never had an issue or gone above five bars even abusing the 950 in Baja. Like I said can't tell a difference but it's what I know and have ran so I say use it.
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  9. crazybrit

    crazybrit Defying any self identifying

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    My local KTM dealer installed it ($45 cost). Of course I didn't want it and had just flushed and refilled the bike with new regular coolant. I guess expecting them to save the old coolant when they pull the clutch cover off and just reuse it is asking too much. Same with the oil, I got to pay for a new quart of Motorex.
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  10. Kitimatdirtrider

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    engine ice does help for sure ,I run it in my dirt bikes and its noticeable
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  11. Rally_West

    Rally_West Central Scrutinizer

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    Water Wetter in everything all the time. 450EXC, 990ADV, Dodge 2500, STi race car, VW TDI, and that is my current fleet...I love it. Run it with distilled water and a little anti-freeze if you live in cooler areas. I run it without in So Cal.
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  12. Gordonktm

    Gordonktm Been here awhile

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    Switched back to coolant when the water pump seal blow had to add water to get home don't have to many places that sell engine ice in country towns but coolant you can almost buy that at MacDonalds. With the second fan and lower temp switch haven't had any dramas
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  13. airjammer

    airjammer Western USA

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    I've been using it in my 525 and 530. It works.
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  14. EastSideSM

    EastSideSM Isn't that dangerous?

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    eh. I use it and have used others including Harley branded coolant. I don't think it really makes a big difference. I think the fan switch that kicks the fan on sooner makes a bigger difference than the brand of coolant.
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  15. PABiker

    PABiker Anywhere but here

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    Yep, running it in both the 950 and Berg.
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  16. Just Paul

    Just Paul Pro Cat Herder

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    Redline super cool for me !
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  17. woodchuckexc

    woodchuckexc Been here awhile

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    Last I checked Harleys were aircooled. How'd that work out for you?lol
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  18. Dan950ser

    Dan950ser Two Wheeled Addict

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    Pretty sure Harley had that thing called a vrod that was water cooled.
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  19. gpthis

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    Watch out if your space is not heated.. EI can slush up in the winter, not sure if it will freeze solid. Just say'n..........
    lol
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  20. bykpimp

    bykpimp Live and let ride

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    Think V-Rod
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