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Re: [ST] Engine Temp-cool down



 > On the RS I've noticed that the fan stays on a long time after
 > shutting down the bike.  Since idling only seems to increase engine
 > temps, there doesn't seem to be any point in letting the engine run
 > for a minute or so before shutting down.  Does the fan alone do
 > much good when the coolant isn't recirculating in the block? 
 > Anyone think shutting down an engine that is this warm could pose
 > any long-term problems?

regardless of the answer, what could one possibly do about it?  do
a cool-down ride before stopping?  :-)

(i've wondered about the usefulness of having the fan run after the
engine stops too -- but there must be _some_ good from it, since it's
a very common practice.)

paul
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 paul fox, pgf@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx (arlington, ma, where it's 46.2 degrees)

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