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Your mà © caboîte 50cc DERBI SENDA SM DRD X-TREME too hot in the cylinder? This can be due to several issues. It is possible that your machine heats up too much after driving for a long time and at a fast pace, or vice versa, that it heats up too much after barely 10 km / h. In most cases this is a problem of coolant. Indeed, the latter may be too old or the level not good. It may also be a problem with the cylinder or water pump. Please note, this type of failure only concerns box models fitted with a liquid (and not air) cooling system.
If you find that your motorcycle with a box DERBI SENDA SM DRD X-TREME 50 heats too much in the cylinder, this is usually a problem with the coolant :
- The coolant level is not correct. Fill up with coolant up to the line indicated on the expansion tank.
- The coolant is too old. Indeed, if your liquid has been in the expansion tank, it can overheat your cane. Replace it.
In any case, we advise you to perform a coolant drain in order to obtain optimal driving conditions and not to damage your box. DERBI SENDA SM DRD X-TREME 50. To drain your coolant, disconnect the hose at the lowest point then open the expansion tank and refuel.
Warning: a cylinder that heats too much can cause your machine to tighten!
If the cylinder of your DERBI SENDA SM DRD X-TREME 50 is still hot even after draining your coolant, there could be several issues:
- La water pump or radiator are HS. Check them, and replace them if necessary.
- The carburettor is not set correctly. In this case, perform a carburetor adjustment or contact a professional to do it.
- The thermostat is HS. Many people decide to remove it altogether. We recommend that you replace it.
- The base gasket or cylinder are HS. This is a more serious failure. But if necessary, proceed with a complete replacement of your cylinder.