P500 Coldest temps for cold engine start up?

[Mudder]

Coldest start. Didn’t have to ride, but would be interesting comment if you did. (One for @PistonHonda)

 

[Deleted member 3748]

-19 was the start and I did not ride. I'm not as dependable as the Honda.

 

[HUCK]

You need to raise the temp to+20 for me . Of course I rode , why would I start it otherwise ?

 

[iceboundzeke]

Started so hard I had to use a jumper box to get it running. Is there a different motor oil for winter activities?

 

[Russ989]

Coldest start. Didn’t have to ride, but would be interesting comment if you did. (One for @PistonHonda)

It started just fine at -15 and I did ride a few miles, but I must admit it was only because I had to feed and water cattle and check fence otherwise I’d be on the inside looking out lol.

 

[Travissf]

-25 was a no go for me, mine started at -20 while in an unheated garage on a battery tender.

 

[Mandryk]

While on a battery tender in an unheated garage mine started at -30F on the second try.
I rode for an hour dragging trails with a cold smile!

 

[elkguide]

-20 here. Didn't stay out riding very long though.
(definitely have to take the seat heat shield out!)

 

[Russ989]

Started so hard I had to use a jumper box to get it running. Is there a different motor oil for winter activities?

If it were air cooled I’d say change oil weight but it’s liquid cooled so I don’t know that it would give you that much advantage. You could try I 5w30, not sure if it would be worth changing your oil though, it should warm up a touch soon.

 

[R-Lamm]

Started so hard I had to use a jumper box to get it running. Is there a different motor oil for winter activities?

That sounds more like battery than oil...batteries do not like it when it is that cold!

 

[iceboundzeke]

Today I was looking for a battery with a higher CCA but no luck yet.

 

[JollyJoker]

Today I was looking for a battery with a higher CCA but no luck yet.

I just replaced my battery 2 week ago. It was only 2 years old. Mine would crank the motor but the voltage would drop too far and not start. I looked at every website I could and could not find a bigger battery (AH or CCA). I replaced it with one from Batterymart And it has started like a champ even when it was -15 out at the fish house. If you don't use the same OEM battery you have to "flatten" the connectors on the ends of the cables.

 

[KYhillbilly]

-5 start and ride, windshield, doors, and rear window. Ride was much warmer than my treestand.

 

[Seg]

-30 in unheated garage and battery tender. let it idle for 3-4 minutes then drove up and down lane way slowly to get the gear oil going before starting to plow...Oh, I also remove the heat mat from under the seat!!!

 

[Russ989]

-5 start and ride, windshield, doors, and rear window. Ride was much warmer than my treestand.

Do you have the Honda doors or aftermarket? I’m on the fence about buying a set.

 

[906UP]

-15f when I started it, had been -25f that morning. It's parked in my neighbors unheated pole barn. Just wanted to see if it'd start, it did just like summer. I let it idle for 20 mins or so, temp was up to 2 bars then I shut it down. Didn't ride, that's what the SkiDoos are for

 

[KYhillbilly]

Do you have the Honda doors or aftermarket? I’m on the fence about buying a set.

honda doors, found a used set on here for a great deal.

 

[Russ989]

honda doors, found a used set on here for a great deal.

That’s a good deal, are they worth it? They are the only thing I need to have my cab enclosed. Any pros or cons? Durability? Thanks for the info.

 

[KYhillbilly]

That’s a good deal, are they worth it? They are the only thing I need to have my cab enclosed. Any pros or cons? Durability? Thanks for the info.

they are very well made with heavy fabric and windows, a little cumbersome to take on and off until you get the hang of it. I have been bow hunting a lot the past couple weeks and the doors were a lifesaver getting to and from the stand, temps were -5 to 12 above.

Are they work what Honda wants for them I don't know but I do love them, I got mine used for $175. For sure worth what I paid for them.

 

[Russ989]

they are very well made with heavy fabric and windows, a little cumbersome to take on and off until you get the hang of it. I have been bow hunting a lot the past couple weeks and the doors were a lifesaver getting to and from the stand, temps were -5 to 12 above.

Are they work what Honda wants for them I don't know but I do love them, I got mine used for $175. For sure worth what I paid for them.

Well I guess I’m going to start hunting for a set, if I can’t find a good used set, I’ll bite the bullet and buy new. Thanks for the info, much appreciated.