In this article, we discuss the best radiator dirt bike fan kits on the market.
Dirt biking is really one of the best things in the world….
Dirt biking is slow and while it’s hot is uh well a different story. Especially for your dirt bike. If you like the heat and like doing hard enduro or riding in the gnarly terrain, cooling your bike is something you need to do.
When you are going slow you are not getting enough airflow around your radiators to cool down the coolant. This will result in that distinctive sweet coolant smell.
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How to avoid your dirt bike from boiling over?
Just ride faster right?
Well maybe for some of you guys and gals, but some of the time I just cannot go fast enough to keep er cooled down. Some of the gnarly mountain singletrack we have around here are high altitude and it gets into the 90F’s.
This results in a boil over.
Yes you can put in better coolant in your dirt bike radiators which is a great idea but what if there was a way no matter how fast or slow you go to pull air past your radiator fins to keep things cooler.
Why your dirt bike needs a radiator fan?
To keep your dirt bike cool….
No matter how talented you are or not so talented a fan kit will keep your dirt bike MUCH cooler. While 4 strokes run much hotter than a 2 stroke the concept still applies.
Not only will you be able to stay out there riding longer, but your dirt bike will also love you and last longer. Extreme heat puts a lot of wear and tear on dirt bike motors.
KEEP THEM COOL.
Can you put a radiator dirt bike fan kit on any dirt bike?
No.
If your dirt bike does not have a big enough stator or battery it’s pretty tough to get a radiator fan on your dirt bike. Is it possible yes but unless you have some experience with electric wiring then I would stay away.
Most dirt bikes that have electric start are able to push a fan kit with no problem.
Know before you buy!
Most of the fan kits listed below are machine specific. Tusk does offer a universal radiator fan kit that might work with your bike. Make sure to reach out to Rocky Mountain ATV to see if the Tusk Digital Radiator Fan Kit Universal will work for your dirt bike.
Please note the list below is NOT in any particular order!
TUSK DIGITAL RADIATOR FAN KIT
The Tusk digital Radiator fan kit is a great affordable option when comes to cooling your dirt bike. It comes with a digital computer that has a small display that gives you the temperature of your dirt hike. This little computer is also the brain of the fan kit and tells the radiator fan to kick on and off. Tusk says the gauge comes pre set to 190 degrees Fahrenheit.
However, because it’s a digital computer you do have the ability to adjust that temperature up or down. Built with a high-quality Panasonic fan you get great airflow and it’s pulling 130 CFM’s of air.
Fits Most KTM, Husqvarna, and GasGas dualport dirt bike street bikes
TUSK DIGITAL RADIATOR FAN KIT Specs
- Digital computer
- Display’s Temperature
- Temperature is adjustable
- 130 CFM’s of airflow
- Only 15 running watts
- Strong Aluminum cage
- Comes with all the mounting hardware
TRAIL TECH DIGITAL RADIATOR FAN KIT
The Trail Tech Digital Radiator Fan Kit is the gold standard when it comes to dirt bike fans. In fact, KTM has adapted them into the KTM Powersports catalog and you can order them from KTM dealers to install on your dirt bike.
The Trail Tech Fan will keep your bike cool and bolts right onto your stock radiator. Easy to install you do not have to splice any coolant or electric lines. Comes with all the hardware and electronics you need to get the fan kit running.
A nice digital display allows you to check the temperature and you also can customize it to turn on at whatever temp you would like. The Trail Tech Digital fan kit also records the highest temperature.
TRAIL TECH DIGITAL RADIATOR FAN KIT Specs
- Digital computer
- Display’s Temperature
- Temperature is adjustable
- 147 CFM’s of airflow
- Only 30 running watts
- Plugs into most wiring harnesses
- Records MAX temperature
- Comes with all the mounting hardware
TUSK DIGITAL RADIATOR FAN KIT UNIVERSAL
The Universal Tusk Digital Radiator Fan kit is what you need to keep that dirt bike cool. Easy to use the computer and display you can adjust the temperature on-off and also see how hot your bike is at a quick glance. The computer comes with a set 190 degree F.
High-quality parts and a Panasonic fan gives tons of air flow without a ton of watts while its running.
TUSK DIGITAL RADIATOR UNIVERSAL FAN KIT Specs
- Digital computer
- Display’s Temperature
- Temperature is adjustable
- 130 CFM’s of airflow
- Only 15 running watts
- Strong Aluminum cage
- Comes with all the mounting hardware
- CLICK HERE to see the sizing and install instructions
YAMAHA RADIATOR FAN KIT
Yamaha GYTR offers a fan kit for the Yamaha YZ450 and YZ250F dirt bikes. (CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL ARTICLE)
Keeping the YZ 4 strokes cool is as easy as buying one of these Yamaha Radiator Fan kits and slapping it on your bike. I installed one on our 2021 YZ250FX and it was super easy (I am no mechanic).
Bolts right up to the existing mounts on the back of the Radiator makes you wonder why Yamaha doesn’t include this fan kit from the factory.
Truly is a plug-and-play even though the back bolt is hard to tighten down.
YAMAHA RADIATOR FAN KIT Specs
- Yamaha Tuner App shows Temperature
- Turns on just below 200 Degrees
- Stays on even when the motor is NOT running
- Plug and Play
- Easy to Mount
HUSQVARNA DIGITAL RADIATOR FAN KIT
The Trail Tech Digital Radiator Fan Kit oh I mean the Husqvarna Digital Radiator Fan Kit is the gold standard when it comes to dirt bike fans. In fact, Husqvarna has adapted them into the Husqvarna Powersports catalog and you can order them from Husqvarna dealers to install on your dirt bike.
Trail tech makes the fan kits for KTM and Husqvarna.
The Husqvarna Fan kit will keep your bike cool and bolts right onto your stock radiator. Easy to install you do not have to splice any coolant or electric lines. Comes with all the hardware and electronics you need to get the fan kit running.
A nice digital display allows you to check the temperature and you also can customize it to turn on at whatever temp you would like. The Husqvarna Digital fan kit also records the highest temperature.
HUSQVARNA DIGITAL RADIATOR FAN KIT Specs
- Digital computer
- Display’s Temperature
- Temperature is adjustable
- 147 CFM’s of airflow
- Only 30 running watts
- Plugs into most wiring harnesses
- Records MAX temperature
- Comes with all the mounting hardware and Y-distributor switch
KTM DIGITAL RADIATOR FAN KIT
The KTM Digital Radiator Fan Kit is the gold standard when it comes to dirt bike fans. In fact, Husqvarna has adapted them into the Husqvarna Powersports catalog and you can order them from KTM dealers to install on your dirt bike.
Trail tech makes the fan kits for KTM and Husqvarna.
The KTM Fan kit will keep your bike cool and bolts right onto your stock radiator. Easy to install you do not have to splice any coolant or electric lines. Comes with all the hardware and electronics you need to get the fan kit running.
A nice digital display allows you to check the temperature and you also can customize it to turn on at whatever temp you would like. The KTM Digital fan kit also records the highest temperature.
KTM DIGITAL RADIATOR FAN KIT Specs
- Digital computer
- Display’s Temperature
- Temperature is adjustable
- 147 CFM’s of airflow
- Only 30 running watts
- Plugs into most wiring harnesses
- Records MAX temperature
- Comes with all the mounting hardware and Y-distributor switch
KTM RADIATOR FAN KIT
A nice simple way to cool off your KTM. No extras just the power and fan to keep your dirt bike cool. The KTM radiator fan kit comes with everything you need to mount up and attached to the specified wiring harness.
This KTM Radiator Fan Kit is NOT universal so make sure you choose the right model and year. This a great way to keep your dirt bike cool without a lot of extras.
A cheaper option than the KTM Digital Radiator Fan kit listed above.
KTM RADIATOR FAN KIT Specs
- Pre Wired for easy install
- Built in fuse
- Low profile
- Comes with all the mounting hardware
Conclusion
A fan kit is WAY better than not having a fan on your radiator! Your dirt bike will love you for keeping it cool. No matter which Radiator Dirt bike Fan Kit you choose for your dirt bike, it’s the right decision.
I have had the Trail Tech, Tusk, and the Yamaha Radiator fan kits and have had ZERO issues with any of them.
Well….when I installed the Tusk Universal Digital Fan Kit, I accidentally drilled into a cooling fin and the radiator fluid drained out.
Luckily Mylers Radiators is just down the road, and they got me fixed up!!
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