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jkv45 · August 3rd, 2018, 06:02 AM

As TJ noted, the fan should kick on well before you are getting close to the red.

I would go for a normal ride, then come home and let it idle until the fan kicks on or you start to see the temps rise near the red. Just keep an eye on it.

If you are running a good synthetic oil you don't need to worry about high temps - the oil can handle it without breaking-down and losing viscosity like conventional oil.

At the track, oil temps run over 300F (normal oil temp is 212F) consistently without any problems, as long as you have the right oil.

August 3rd, 2018, 06:02 AM	#6
jkv45 Rev Limiter Name: Jay Location: WI Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '06 SV650n, '00 Derbi GPR, '64 CA77 Dream 305, '70 CL450 Scrambler, numerous dirt bikes Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jun '18, Oct '16	As TJ noted, the fan should kick on well before you are getting close to the red. I would go for a normal ride, then come home and let it idle until the fan kicks on or you start to see the temps rise near the red. Just keep an eye on it. If you are running a good synthetic oil you don't need to worry about high temps - the oil can handle it without breaking-down and losing viscosity like conventional oil. At the track, oil temps run over 300F (normal oil temp is 212F) consistently without any problems, as long as you have the right oil.