Kawasaki Concours Forum
The C10, aka Kawasaki Concours - The Original => The Bike - C10 => Topic started by: Charliedog on May 24, 2018, 07:48:22 PM
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Just wondering, since my 2000 C10 is approaching 18 years from the date of manufacture, and it now has 112,000 miles on it, should I be considering replacing the five radiator hoses?
Honestly, how often 'should' it be done? As needed, or in a timely fashion? Just peace of mind? TIA
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Depends on where you live and how/where you ride. Up north you may never need to change. Down south way more often. Heat is hard on rubber/plastic.
My 88 has all it's original hoses, and they will probably outlive the bike, but I live in Iowa. Shorter riding seasons, lower average temps.
Many owners take a preemptive approach and replace them periodically, nothing really wrong with that. I'm sure others will give you more frequent recommendations!