What's the Difference Between Oil Cooling and Water Cooling for Motorcycles?
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Here are the differences between oil cooling and water cooling for motorcycles: 1. Different Principles: Water cooling works by circulating water around the cylinder sleeve and cylinder head to dissipate heat. Oil cooling utilizes the motorcycle's own engine oil to dissipate heat through an oil cooler. 2. Different Configurations: The basic components of water cooling include a water pump, radiator, thermostat, and fan. Oil cooling only requires an oil cooler (oil tank), with high-end oil cooling systems possibly including a fan and throttle valve. 3. Differences in Cost and Space Occupancy: Water cooling is more expensive due to the external radiator, which also takes up more space. Oil cooling has limitations on engine oil volume, and the oil cooler cannot be too large. 4. Differences in Radiator Size: Both water cooling and oil cooling have cooling components like radiators located at the front or side of the engine, which are visible. Generally, water cooling radiators are larger, while oil cooling radiators are smaller.