First-generation Can-Am Outlanders are still all over the swamps and hunting camps of the South. They are strong, capable machines, but the stock radiator location is a known weak spot in mud. Once the fins pack with muck, the engine starts running hot.
Our Can-Am Outlander 400/500/650/800 2006-2011 Radiator Relocation Kit moves the radiator up out of harm’s way. This post walks through what comes in the kit and what the install looks like.
Fitment, kit contents and tools
This kit is made for the Can-Am Outlander 400, 500, 650 and 800 from 2006 through 2011. Later Outlanders use a different setup, so confirm your year before ordering.
- All mounting hardware needed for the relocation
- Detailed installation instructions
The instructions are written for this specific machine, so read through them once before you start. Knowing the order of steps ahead of time makes the job go smoother.
- Basic metric hand tools and sockets
- A drain pan for coolant
- Fresh coolant to refill the system
- Zip ties for tidy routing
- A few hours and a clean place to work
Install overview
Every machine has its quirks, but the general process looks like this:
- Drain the coolant and remove the plastics that cover the radiator area
- Disconnect and remove the radiator from its factory location
- Install the new mounting hardware at the relocated position
- Mount the radiator in its new spot and route the hoses
- Reconnect everything, refill with coolant and bleed out the air
- Reinstall the plastics and check for leaks
Take photos as you take things apart. It helps when you put everything back together.
Why it is worth the afternoon
A relocated radiator sits higher, out of the mud the front tires throw. It gets cleaner airflow, so the Outlander can run longer in deep mud without overheating or stopping to scoop out the fins. For riders who regularly hit swamp trails and mud holes, it is one of the most useful upgrades for this generation of Outlander.
After the first ride
Check the coolant level once the engine cools, look over the hose connections and make sure nothing is rubbing. If you run into questions during the install, call the Wild Boar team at 850-912-4350. We build these kits and can help you through it.
