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How Long do the Oil Cooler Lines Last?
Posted: Sun Jan 01, 2023 8:52 pm
by Jeff in W.C.
I have a 1988 R100 RT and I'm wondering how long do the oil cooler lines last.
Re: How Long do the Oil Cooler Lines Last?
Posted: Mon Jan 02, 2023 4:20 am
by ME 109
My cooler lines are 42 years old. They look ok.
Re: How Long do the Oil Cooler Lines Last?
Posted: Mon Jan 02, 2023 6:02 am
by SteveD
ME 109 wrote: ↑Mon Jan 02, 2023 4:20 am
My cooler lines are 42 years old. They look ok.
Mine too.
Re: How Long do the Oil Cooler Lines Last?
Posted: Mon Jan 02, 2023 7:25 am
by Rob Frankham
They last until they start to leak...
Rob
Re: How Long do the Oil Cooler Lines Last?
Posted: Tue Jan 03, 2023 10:02 am
by RPGR90s
When I had my '93 R100RT, I used to spray them with silicone spray and the rubber always remained pliable. I've had my 2004 R1150RT since new, (rubber oil cooler lines also), and have still done the silicone spray trick, and they remain pliable 19 years later, with 130k.
They're known for lasting a very long time.
Re: How Long do the Oil Cooler Lines Last?
Posted: Tue Jan 03, 2023 12:50 pm
by Jeff in W.C.
So after 35 years, they are not leaking, look OK and are somewhat pliable. But, I've noticed more and more parts for the monoshock bikes are becoming unobtainable. I may replace them so they would last another 35 years. Another thought is with the shift away from ICE to electric motors, manufacturers may stop making and selling parts.