C14's performance in the heat

[CrashGordon]

It's been over 100 degrees here for the last few days and the only time my fan kicks in is when I have to stop for a long light or at the bank drive-thru. My fan doesn't come on unless the temp gauge gets one block above the half-way point (I have an '09 model), and that's the highest my temp gauge has ever gotten.

[Mister Tee]

So far, I haven't had any apparent overheating issues sitting at stoplights in 100+ degree weather but it bothers me a little bit that the owner's manual has a specific limitation on how long you can idle at a stop (5 minutes) due to cooling system limitations.  I don't recall that being a problem on any other water cooled bike I've owned.

[Rawman]

I can attest to the cooling effects of the radiator in Hotlanta stuck in stop and go (more stop than go) traffic.  I never saw the bars go all the way to the top.  However if the wind is just right, the hot air can blow right on you!
I have since moved to Myrtle Beach, and summer traffic there sucks too.....

[badhabits]

I know what you mean about heat. I'm visiting Denver from Phoenix and forgot how much I missed the roads out here. I'm actually staying in Arvada and ride west every day so far. Really enjoyed coal creek canyon and peak to peak.

[overthehill]

If you are in Arvada, get to the Western slope.  Less traffic and great roads!