3 ways to prevent your dirt bike from overheating

An overheating dirt bike can cause severe and costly damage if it isn't rectified, and while it can't always be avoided, every off-road rider should do their bit to prevent it. 

In this guide, we cover three ways to prevent your dirt bike from overheating.

Refresh radiator coolant: One common reason for an overheating dirt bike is poor coolant, and even a lack of it! Make sure your radiator coolant level is always topped up, and we recommend including this in your pre-ride bike prep routine. Also ensuring your motocross or enduro bike has fresh coolant is incredibly important - if you can't remember the last time you put in new coolant, it's probably time to replace it. We advise replacing your coolant at least every 12 months.

Avoid idling engine: A sure-fire way for your bike to overheat is by letting your bike idle for minutes on end. A dirt bike needs fresh air to allow the cooling system to work as it should, but if your bike is just sitting there without the radiator receiving any air, then your dirt bike will likely overheat. There's never a reason to leave your bike idling, so either turn it off or get riding!

Ensure cooling system is up to scratch: There are many parts to the cooling system, and a failure of just one component could be the reason your will overheat. We recommend regular inspections of the cooling system, checking for things such as clogged or bent radiators, leaking radiators, and water pump failure.