Removal
XL600V models
1. The coolant reservoir is located behind the engine on the left-hand side. Remove the rear shock absorber to access it (see Chapter 8).
2. Note how the reservoir is located and how the various hoses and cables are routed around it before removing it. Detach the hoses, noting which fits where. Unscrew the mounting bolts and remove the reservoir, then drain it into a suitable container.
XL650V models
3. The coolant reservoir is located behind the engine. Remove the side panels (see Chapter 8), the battery and its box (see Chapter 9), and the rear cylinder ignition coil (see Chapter 5).
4. Place a suitable container for catching the coolant below the reservoir. Remove the reservoir cap. Detach the radiator overflow hose from the bottom of the reservoir and allow it to drain Into the container.
5. Detach the breather hose from the top of the reservoir. Unscrew the reservoir mounting bolt and manoeuvre the reservoir out, noting how the peg on the bottom locates in the grommet.
XRV750 models
6. Remove the right-hand side panel (see Chapter 8).
7. Place a suitable container for catching the coolant below the reservoir. Remove the reservoir cap. Detach the radiator overflow hose from the bottom of the reservoir and allow it to drain into the container (see illustration).
8.7. Reservoir hoses (A) and mounting bolts (B)
8. Detach the breather hose from the top of the reservoir. Unscrew the reservoir mounting bolts and remove the reservoir.
Installation
9. Installation is the reverse of removal. On completion refill the reservoir (see Daily (preride) checks).