Is the Radiator vulnerable to damage?

[Johnboy74]

Has anyone had their radiator damaged from rocks or other road debris? Just wondering if this something to be concerned about. Thanks.

 

[RayBJ]

Buy KOTT grilles to protect the radiators from rocks and Keep Out The Trash. Check with this forum's vendors.

 

[Woodaddict]

Of course they are. Positioned down low for any debris to hit them. Aluminum or stainless steel construction of thin walled materials to aid in heat dissipation. Could get hit hard enough to cause a leak. Could get hit a little less of impact to slightly pinch or crush the small waterways.

 

[Jesster72]

YouTuber Spyder Chris had a radiator punctured by a rock recently. It can and does happen. Put some grills on there and hope they catch it.

 

[Gwolf]

Never wash them with a pressure washer. It will fold the fins over flat so no circulation. Rinse with gentle flow of regular hose.

 

[Dusterdude]

Yes, ask Spyder Chris. He even has grilles!

 

[JayBros]

On a two wheeler one could hit a large jackrabbit, as I have done on my Spyder and sustain far more damage than having one of my KOTT grilles knocked out of position, namely serious injury to the carcass on the bike.