NC35 Temperature Gauge

[dan1978]

I have quite recently bought my NC35 and have yet to ride it as I am waiting to get my licence back. I have left the engine running on idle a few times and the temperature gauge needle doesn't move at all. I was wondering if this is normal or not?

[hardnutdvd]

no. it should be moving.. even after just a few minutes...

[porndoguk]

check the temprature pick up is pluged into the thermo stat houseing right hand side uner the tank close to where you right knee would be whilst riding, only a one wire with a crimped plug that slides on

[dan1978]

Ok. Thanks for the replies.

I will have to check the temperature pick up is plugged in. Is this quite a common problem on NC35s regarding temperature gauge faults?

[Cammo]

When you turn the ignition on the needle should noticeably move a few mm, if it doesn't do this then it's a power problem, not a thermostat issue.

Faults aren't common, it's a very simple system so it can't be anything too major.

[dan1978]

Just turned on the ignition and the temp gauge needle moves a few mm. Is this normal and everything ok?

[Cammo]

Yes mate, that would indicate the issue is with the temperature sender side of thing.

Have you checked the wire like pornodog suggested?

[dan1978]

I have checked the wire and it is connected.

I am going to ask a bike mechanic if he can look at it.

[CMSMJ1]

it is a simple thing... the temp gauge works..you know that. the temp sender off the rad is probably dead..so get a new one.

Mechanics, in my experience, are not divine creatures with the skills. They have seen it all before and then charge you £30 for it.....

[dan1978]

Do you have to drain the coolant when replacing the temperature sender unit?