[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Roller w/title
83,85, and a combo bike of unknown yr and 86. Most parts interchange. What do you need? On May 8, 10:43 pm, Mr. Knight cptknig...@googlemail.com wrote: What year(s)? On Tue, May 8, 2012 at 11:03 AM, Double G gary_galle...@yahoo.com wrote: Just scored a nice roller w/ title, so the search is over. Thanks to all who posted leads, tips etc. I'll be parting out 3 bikes soon, Let me know what you are looking for. Thanks Double G -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Birth of the Nighhawk S
I have totally re-built and resto-modded a 1979 Yamaha XS650 Special II, (Special designates the cast wheels) w/ a 750 kit, mikunis, new everything, from harness to switches, hot cam, boyer, sparxs charging unit and digi reg/rec, emgo mini turn and running lights, powder coated black, new tank, braced swingarm and front fork/fender, extra euro spec fr caliper and disk, clutch, all seals and gaskets, cam chain, new dunlops, stainless 13/4 pipes w/ EPO and TPO, lots of stainless, on and on...$12k in parts alone and about 750 hrs. Sounds and pulls like a 900. It is for sale btw, will sacrifice. Also have a Honda Rukus which is a gas! On May 8, 8:23 pm, Paul LeBoutillier paul.leb...@gmail.com wrote: Wow! Thanks for that info Mike. How cool to have been on the inside for something like that!! So what are you riding these days? Paul On May 8, 11:54 am, Double G gary_galle...@yahoo.com wrote: Hi Paul, Just visited the new web site. Cudos. As a former District Manager for the Honda motorcycle division I'd like to add some little known info on the birth of the Nighthawk S. One of our east coast Area Managers was Mike Kehne. (Hope I spelled that right) Prior to his joining Honda he worked at a shop in Maryland I think it wasHe and fellow sales folk were adding the bits such as bikini fairing to std 750s and having good sales numbers with them. As luck would have it, Japanese engineers were traveling the area and visited the shop. They liked what they saw and consulted w/ Mike over the next few months to come up with a new bike. The Nighthawk S. So the S was Born in the USA!. Mike is no longer with us, but his inovation and vision helped create on of the all time greats. He too was an all time great. Hope I did justice to this Mike. Double G -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Birth of the Nighhawk S
You are welcome. On May 8, 8:34 pm, J-Roc jarr...@mugsyclicks.com wrote: Awesome story! Thanks. On Tuesday, May 8, 2012 10:54:00 AM UTC-7, Double G wrote: Hi Paul, Just visited the new web site. Cudos. As a former District Manager for the Honda motorcycle division I'd like to add some little known info on the birth of the Nighthawk S. One of our east coast Area Managers was Mike Kehne. (Hope I spelled that right) Prior to his joining Honda he worked at a shop in Maryland I think it wasHe and fellow sales folk were adding the bits such as bikini fairing to std 750s and having good sales numbers with them. As luck would have it, Japanese engineers were traveling the area and visited the shop. They liked what they saw and consulted w/ Mike over the next few months to come up with a new bike. The Nighthawk S. So the S was Born in the USA!. Mike is no longer with us, but his inovation and vision helped create on of the all time greats. He too was an all time great. Hope I did justice to this Mike. Double G -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Roller w/title
Just scored a nice roller w/ title, so the search is over. Thanks to all who posted leads, tips etc. I'll be parting out 3 bikes soon, Let me know what you are looking for. Thanks Double G -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CB250 Nighthawk 70 mile Daily Highway Commute -- Bad?
The bike is well engineered. (I'm a former Honda tech.)..however heat build up can be a problem wide open for an extended time. Back off now and then, maybe find one rest stop along the way. Consider getting a bigger bike such as a 450 Rebel , 450 nighthawk, CM400, 600 shadow, etc. Many of these older bikes do not have a lot of miles and can be picked up for reasonable money. If it takes a while to find a bigger bike or trade up, be sure to keep an eye on miles and oil change. The oil change is the best insurance against engine wear and damage. Be sure to service your air cleaner. Keep your senses tuned to the power delivery while you are making your ride, if you sense a drop off or sluggishness, you need to pull over and let er cool down. Better fuel is better. Good luck. On May 8, 1:06 pm, BoonesDaddy brandonbogar...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, I'm looking for some input from anyone with long term experience with the Nighthawk 250. I have a 2008 nighthawk that I bought with 3k miles from a dealer. Since August 2011, I have put 8k miles on it with my daily 50 mile commute, 20 miles of which is highway. So far this little bike has held up great and saved my a ton of money on gas versus my '97 Dodge Durango V8. However, I was just offered a better teaching job that will require 72 miles on the freeway. It will be a longer (but faster) commute for me with no lights, but I am worried that I am going to prematurely destroy my little 250 by running it @ 70mph for 72 miles a day. So my questions are these: 1. Can my Nighthawk hold up in the long term for this commute? 2. If not, any suggestions on a bigger bike with great fuel economy? I will have to go through a dealer if I need to get a new bike, because I don't have any cash on hand, so older used bikes are probably not an option. I really want to hang on to this little bike as it has treated my well, but if I'm going to destroy it, I will just have to trade it in. Thanks for your input. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Tires and wear
14K is pretty darned good for a bike like the 700 that engourages spirited riding. You must be easy on the first gear eh? Do you ride one bike a certain road and the other another? One to work and another on the twisties? remember most secondary roads have a crown to shed rain ( at least here in the staes) and that causes uneven wear on one side of the tireand as another member said tire pressure is all so important. No two brands are exactly alike compound tocompound, so I'd just chaulk it up to that. Yes I'm also sure tread pattern can be an element as well. On May 7, 8:59 pm, Dennis den...@samadhisoft.com wrote: I've got two CB700SC's; one's a '85 and the other's a '86 - both red/black. I got the '85 in 2007 and I immediately put a set of new Avons onto it and I got the '86 in 2009 and I immediately put a set of new Dunlops onto it. I bought both of these bikes with about 10,000 miles on them and they both have about 24,000 now. So, they've each gone approximately 14,000 since their tires were new. Today, when I ran the '86 with the Dunlops though the New Zealand Warrant of Fitness tests (we have to do this every six months here in new Zealand) I was amazed to find out that my front Dunlop has worn down sufficiently that he said he'd almost failed me and for sure I'd have to replace if before I came in again in six months. Originally, I thought my Avons were the softer tire (softer equals better grip through curves but they wear out sooner is the way I think it goes) so I'd expected that the Avons would be the ones I'd have to replace first. But, it seems like the reverse is happening here. I looked at the patterns on my tires (see the photos) and I can see the Dunlop has a line right down the center whereas the Avon has the lines in a wave pattern with breaks. Not sure if that means much. So, is 14,000 miles a reasonable mileage for needing to do a replacement? And, did I have it backwards about the Avons being the softer tire? And, what do folks think about Avons verse Dunlops in general? Or are you keen on some other tire brand that you think would be well suited for a 700SC? Dennis Gallagher Christchurch, New Zealand photo.jpg 57KViewDownload photo.jpg 57KViewDownload -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Rear brake pedal not returning...
The angle is important. There should be an alignment arrow on the lever. the shaft does not have splines where the gap in the lever slides on. It is possible to get it on wrong with some inattention and a spread out clamp, but I think you'd notice. Be sure the axle is adjusted square or exactly the same on both sides w/ the proper slack in the chain. I like to adjust the chain slack with a riders weight actually on the bike, but that's me. Then be sure the round pivot in the small lever the rod rides in is not cocked, check the rod on the lever end, be sure the spring is on right, take the lever off and clean up the pivot and inside the lever, when it dropped down when free, it may have picked up enough contaminant to gum up the works. I like to lube such pivots w/ moly or waterproof marine grease. And don't forget the problem could be in the backing plate where the brake cam goes thru the backing plate. I'd hope this was cleaned and lubed when shoes went in, but you knowtake a good look there. On May 8, 11:16 am, Bryan Gibson bgibso...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, that spring is there and it's fine. Not sure how diligent we were about lining anything up when replacing the brake arm. How much affect would that have if they WEREN'T aligned? Bryan On Tuesday, May 8, 2012 9:32:05 AM UTC-5, Allen wrote: There should be a return spring on the lever near the pivot. Sent via BlackBerry by ATT -- *From: * Bryan Gibson bgibso...@gmail.com *Sender: * nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Date: *Tue, 8 May 2012 07:21:04 -0700 (PDT) *To: *nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *ReplyTo: * nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Subject: *[Nighthawk Lovers] Rear brake pedal not returning... I had to replace the valve stems on both the front and rear tires recently and after reassembling the bike, everything seemed to be in order. I just happened to check the back brake and after applying pressure, the brake pedal would not return to the up position (other than doing it manually). I use the back brake without the front often, so I am confident it was working 100% before we removed the tire. My buddy seems to think that removing and lubricating the pedal shaft will fix the problem, but I'm skeptical as this was working smoothly beforehand as I mentioned. Is there something we have forgotten to adjust? The rear brake adjustment was also left as-is (other than being removed from the brake hub in order to remove the wheel) and the spring(s) are both functional. Only other modification was that the tension clamp(?) for the brake pedal adjustment on the hub required a new bolt because the old one was not threading properly. Any knowledge of this problem? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/nighthawk_lovers/-/DMlMa-LbSWQJ. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Any 750 owners using a disc lock?
Just be sure to use a reminder loop with the lock so you don't try to ride off with the lock on. It may come with the lock, but it is as simple as a piece of thin rope that runs from the lock to your handle bar grip to remind you. Nothing like replacing a bent disk when you don't have to. On May 7, 10:58 pm, Kurt Nolte vturbine.po...@gmail.com wrote: Just as the title says. I'm interested in picking up a disc lock at some point during the summer; in the fall I go back to working a couple nights, and our area isn't the best for theft. While I've been lucky so far, and I park right in view of a security camera, I like doubling up my caution with my ride. Looking for proper size, recommendations for models or brands... I /don't/ want one with an alarm, what a hassle and in this day and age vehicle alarms are ignored almost as often as they garner attention. Thanks for anything you folks can muster up! Kurt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Birth of the Nighhawk S
Hi Paul, Just visited the new web site. Cudos. As a former District Manager for the Honda motorcycle division I'd like to add some little known info on the birth of the Nighthawk S. One of our east coast Area Managers was Mike Kehne. (Hope I spelled that right) Prior to his joining Honda he worked at a shop in Maryland I think it wasHe and fellow sales folk were adding the bits such as bikini fairing to std 750s and having good sales numbers with them. As luck would have it, Japanese engineers were traveling the area and visited the shop. They liked what they saw and consulted w/ Mike over the next few months to come up with a new bike. The Nighthawk S. So the S was Born in the USA!. Mike is no longer with us, but his inovation and vision helped create on of the all time greats. He too was an all time great. Hope I did justice to this Mike. Double G -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Rear brake pedal not returning...
When you say Brake arm are you referriing to the strut type bar that simply keeps the backing plate from rotating? If you did not remove the arm that operates the internal cam that spreads the shoes, then none of that is the culprit. Look underneath and be sure there is no binding or conflict of the rod with a hose or other component. On May 8, 4:13 pm, Bryan Gibson bgibso...@gmail.com wrote: We will take this into consideration when we go to work on it. The 85 Nighthawk 650 is not chain driven, so I don't have any chain to worry about adjusting. We didn't replace shoes as they were recently replaced by the previous owner. I will check the placement of the brake arm and recheck all of the springs again. Cyclepedia's tech support recommended adjusting the brake pedal and checking the brake pedal free play. That seems like more of a I have no idea type of answer (from Cyclepedia) to me but it's worth a shot. Thanks for your reply and suggestions! On Tuesday, May 8, 2012 12:37:03 PM UTC-5, Double G wrote: The angle is important. There should be an alignment arrow on the lever. the shaft does not have splines where the gap in the lever slides on. It is possible to get it on wrong with some inattention and a spread out clamp, but I think you'd notice. Be sure the axle is adjusted square or exactly the same on both sides w/ the proper slack in the chain. I like to adjust the chain slack with a riders weight actually on the bike, but that's me. Then be sure the round pivot in the small lever the rod rides in is not cocked, check the rod on the lever end, be sure the spring is on right, take the lever off and clean up the pivot and inside the lever, when it dropped down when free, it may have picked up enough contaminant to gum up the works. I like to lube such pivots w/ moly or waterproof marine grease. And don't forget the problem could be in the backing plate where the brake cam goes thru the backing plate. I'd hope this was cleaned and lubed when shoes went in, but you knowtake a good look there. On May 8, 11:16 am, Bryan Gibson bgibso...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, that spring is there and it's fine. Not sure how diligent we were about lining anything up when replacing the brake arm. How much affect would that have if they WEREN'T aligned? Bryan On Tuesday, May 8, 2012 9:32:05 AM UTC-5, Allen wrote: There should be a return spring on the lever near the pivot. Sent via BlackBerry by ATT -- *From: * Bryan Gibson bgibso...@gmail.com *Sender: * nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Date: *Tue, 8 May 2012 07:21:04 -0700 (PDT) *To: *nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *ReplyTo: * nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Subject: *[Nighthawk Lovers] Rear brake pedal not returning... I had to replace the valve stems on both the front and rear tires recently and after reassembling the bike, everything seemed to be in order. I just happened to check the back brake and after applying pressure, the brake pedal would not return to the up position (other than doing it manually). I use the back brake without the front often, so I am confident it was working 100% before we removed the tire. My buddy seems to think that removing and lubricating the pedal shaft will fix the problem, but I'm skeptical as this was working smoothly beforehand as I mentioned. Is there something we have forgotten to adjust? The rear brake adjustment was also left as-is (other than being removed from the brake hub in order to remove the wheel) and the spring(s) are both functional. Only other modification was that the tension clamp(?) for the brake pedal adjustment on the hub required a new bolt because the old one was not threading properly. Any knowledge of this problem? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/nighthawk_lovers/-/DMlMa-LbSWQJ. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Need frame w/ title
Salvage title as you described will not work in ohio, I checked w/ the state patrol, they require a title to give a title. On May 3, 11:33 pm, surfswab surfs...@gmail.com wrote: If you're looking to install your parts on a frame with an active title, you're probly gonna have to get another parts bike where the owner has not reported the bike non-running/salvage. Otherwise, you could build your bike with what you've got, then apply for a salvage title for it. On May 3, 10:06 am, Double G gary_galle...@yahoo.com wrote: Pinwall's web site clearly states their salvage/disassembly titles from insurance companys go back to the state of ohio, I've asked if they have one from a private sale, Still waiting. On Apr 30, 6:59 pm, surfswab surfs...@gmail.com wrote: Try Pinwall Cycle Parts, 635 3rd NW, Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 879-9910. They do a brisk salvage part-out business. Bought a frame from them once and it came with a photocopy of the donor bike's original title. They're on Ebay too. On Apr 30, 1:29 pm, Double G gary_galle...@yahoo.com wrote: OK Guys and Gals, Thanks to a member I scored an 83 and 85 parts bike(s), however no title(s). I am in need of a frame w/ a title near Ohio. I will be posting all the goodies I do not use, I also actually have a bike built from 2 I'm trying to fix ., so there will be wheels, forks, legs, bars, frames w/o title, seat pans, fenders, etc, etc. Let me know what you are looking for and we can get er dun! Thanks gary_galle...@yahoo.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Need frame w/ title
Still don't see the address... On May 2, 11:27 am, Mt.-n-Man Chia Bar bkl64...@yahoo.com wrote: srry this is the address the othe is the email On Apr 30, 10:29 am, Double G gary_galle...@yahoo.com wrote: OK Guys and Gals, Thanks to a member I scored an 83 and 85 parts bike(s), however no title(s). I am in need of a frame w/ a title near Ohio. I will be posting all the goodies I do not use, I also actually have a bike built from 2 I'm trying to fix ., so there will be wheels, forks, legs, bars, frames w/o title, seat pans, fenders, etc, etc. Let me know what you are looking for and we can get er dun! Thanks gary_galle...@yahoo.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Need frame w/ title
Thanks! On Apr 30, 6:59 pm, surfswab surfs...@gmail.com wrote: Try Pinwall Cycle Parts, 635 3rd NW, Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 879-9910. They do a brisk salvage part-out business. Bought a frame from them once and it came with a photocopy of the donor bike's original title. They're on Ebay too. On Apr 30, 1:29 pm, Double G gary_galle...@yahoo.com wrote: OK Guys and Gals, Thanks to a member I scored an 83 and 85 parts bike(s), however no title(s). I am in need of a frame w/ a title near Ohio. I will be posting all the goodies I do not use, I also actually have a bike built from 2 I'm trying to fix ., so there will be wheels, forks, legs, bars, frames w/o title, seat pans, fenders, etc, etc. Let me know what you are looking for and we can get er dun! Thanks gary_galle...@yahoo.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 24 Messages in 8 Topics
Sometimes there are hidden bolts like under the drain screw and around the crank area, down in back by engine mounts ,look close and don't use too much force, it should pop apart w a rubber mallet. On Apr 27, 12:21 pm, Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net wrote: I have a question. Has anyone had trouble taking their oil pan off of a 1991 750 Nighthawk? I hit it with a rubber mallot after removing the screws and it didn't budge. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 27, 2012, at 5:35 AM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's Topic Summary Group:http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers/topics I need to buy a 750 Nighthawk [1 Update] Bunch of Questions [9 Updates] Honda Nighthawk 250 - $800 (Washington, DC) [2 Updates] The title says it all... [3 Updates] 1991-2003 Nighthawk 750 Tank in decent shape... [2 Updates] Front Stem Stays 85 Nighthawk [3 Updates] If you have a burning desire to own a SilverWing [3 Updates] 450 Handlebar Dimensions? [1 Update] I need to buy a 750 Nighthawk GPro gary.pr...@att.net Apr 26 10:30PM -0700 Found mine on Craigslist at a small shop in San Francisco. On Monday, April 23, 2012 6:58:48 PM UTC-7, Larry wrote: Bunch of Questions Rick, Scituate, MA, 82 650 NH gibbon...@gmail.com Apr 26 09:56AM -0700 Good afternoon. I read this digest everyday but tend not to write in very often. I’m a C+ shade tree mechanic, ok maybe C-, so I defer to the better experienced. I have a 1982 650 Nighthawk with about 22,000 miles on it. I’ve had the bike since 06 and it’s been great fun and way more reliable than I deserve for a 30 year old bike. Other than maintenance items, tires, brakes, fork oil seals, sprockets and chain my only big issue was hitting a deer the October before last. https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/Y3m6VKaRw635DLrLXZFADEacE5vr8hf... I’ve been meaning to write for a while and accumulated a few questions. 1. Center Stand – The bike has one but I cannot get it on the center stand without help. How do you do it alone? I’m always afraid the bike will tip away from me. 2. Speedometer/Odometer problems - As long as I’ve had the bike the speedometer has been pretty sketchy. Using a GPS, when I’m driving at 35 the speedometer reads 50. But the odometer was always dead on. Same cable operating both. Now the odometer and trip odometer stopped working at 20,947. It doesn’t appear to be at the wheel or cable so I looking for any insight before tearing the instrument cluster apart. 3. As you can see the bike was repainted by a PO. They did a good job but I’m seeing the paint bubble around the tank mouth. I think in part caused by gasoline. Last fill up after sitting out in the sun, the fuel expanded to where it leaked out and seemed to get under the paint softening and bubbling it. Any suggestions? 4. Traction in the rain - I started riding again back in 2006 after a 30 year break. I find I’m a lot more tentative riding in the rain, slow way down, very upright in corners, etc. How much traction do we lose in the rain? 30% on wet roads, maybe 50% in puddles? I know my age is showing, and I’m OK with that but I don’t like getting beat in the corners by bicycles either. 5. Sea Foam – Like everyone here, I love it. However at $9/pint it gets pretty dear. About a year ago there was discussion and recipes for a “home made version” that sounds like it would be about 1/5 the cost. Has anyone ever tied it? I’m will to give it a try, (on the lawn mower, gas trimmer, chain saw, etc. not the N’hawk) but wanted to know if anyone has experience. 6. N’hawk badges - There was discussion on N’hawk badges a while ago. Did they ever happen? Are there any around? 7. Any bike suggestions for a 20 yr. old woman - My daughter took the safety course and got her license last summer. However she finds the N’hawk too tall to ride safely. She took her course on a 250 Rebel and liked that but I’m looking for a few others we can be looking for as well. Thanks for any ideas, suggestions and guidance. Ride safe. Rick Joey Kelley sandp...@gmail.com Apr 26 01:18PM -0400 Rick, Welcome aboard - thank you for your kind words on the list and sending a picture of your bike. Regarding your last comment - I've been trying to find a bike for my 21 year old Girlfriend - who also has an extremely short inseam (26 inches) - and I can tell you that the two that we've found that she fits on are the Honda Rebel 250 and the Suzuki Boulevard S40. I had her sit on a Suzuki GS-650L the other day and despite being a lowrider - it was still too tall for her. Opinions on this subject vary, but my experience has been that if you're on a bike with lets say less than 40 HP - (the 450 Nighthawk has 33 - approximately what the new fuel injected Hyosung 250s have) it is very likely that the bike is underpowered. Simply put, it will be fine on back roads
[Nighthawk Lovers] Need frame w/ title
OK Guys and Gals, Thanks to a member I scored an 83 and 85 parts bike(s), however no title(s). I am in need of a frame w/ a title near Ohio. I will be posting all the goodies I do not use, I also actually have a bike built from 2 I'm trying to fix ., so there will be wheels, forks, legs, bars, frames w/o title, seat pans, fenders, etc, etc. Let me know what you are looking for and we can get er dun! Thanks gary_galle...@yahoo.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Wanted:NH 450 for sale
Thanks! On Apr 18, 5:59 pm, Javier Garcia jajgar...@gmail.com wrote: I am not the seller, and neither know him, but here these are it is probably too far away, in just in case:http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2960846866.html On Wed, Apr 18, 2012 at 5:12 PM, Double G gary_galle...@yahoo.com wrote: Looking for a salvage , or a barely living driver. must have decent tank, ignition switch, title. In or near Ohio. I can live w/ a bike that does not have wheels, fork, swingarm, seat, side covers, pipes, need running engine, carbs, wire harness. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Wanted:NH 450 for sale
Ironic- I was the Honda factory rep in Maine for 8 years back in the late 80s and early 90s What do you have for bill of sale? I'm sure yo uneed title in Maine. but I'm still interested. How much$$$? Thanks You can also reach me at gary_galle...@yahoo.com Gary On Apr 19, 10:20 am, Joey Kelley sandp...@gmail.com wrote: Double G / Gary, (What do you prefer to be called?) My 82 NH 450 is currently in need of some TLC - but I believe I've got the rest of what you need. Tank is dang near perfect - ignition switch as well. But I'm not sure if I have the title. It isn't a requirement in my state. Oh. and I'm in Maine. Not sure if thats of any interest to you. -Joey On Wed, Apr 18, 2012 at 5:12 PM, Double G gary_galle...@yahoo.com wrote: Looking for a salvage , or a barely living driver. must have decent tank, ignition switch, title. In or near Ohio. I can live w/ a bike that does not have wheels, fork, swingarm, seat, side covers, pipes, need running engine, carbs, wire harness. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- -Joey Kelley JoeyKelley.com - My Life Online JoeyFixesComputers.com - Its What I Do! JoeyKelleyPhoto.com - Photographing Today, For Tomorrow -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Wanted:NH 450 for sale
Looking for a salvage , or a barely living driver. must have decent tank, ignition switch, title. In or near Ohio. I can live w/ a bike that does not have wheels, fork, swingarm, seat, side covers, pipes, need running engine, carbs, wire harness. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] 450 Carb adjustment
Hello, Newbie here, 450 Nighthawk CA. Model loses power in each gear till in top gear on flat road w/ steady throttle rpm decrease steadily. I've checked for air leaks, tested coils, new caps, carb clean, will re-check valves, new air cleaner, cleaned slide disk and cover, new plugs. Any ideas? What is the factory setting on air screws? and what proceedure do you like for setting these carbs up? any tricks? Thanks in advance Double G -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Carburetor adjustment
Hi, First timer...Ca. Mod (can retain emmissions or bypass them, let me know) (Backfires and POPs w/ the small canister under the front of the tank connected, does not w/ hose disconnected and plugged...if that helps...) I had the carbs soaked at a Honda shop. They also raised the needle and adjusted the air screws. Now the bike loses power in each gear a little until on flat ground in top gear, the engine will not pull the bike at a steady speed w/ the throttle held in one spot. I plan on dropping the needle back down and adjusting the air screws. Any help on the proceedure of adjusting the air screws and the factory setting would be appreciated. Live in Ohio, not too much elevation or other unusual factors. Anybody got an Ignition switch with a key this one has a switch, but OFF does not work as a terminal is not there...(Nighthawk Nightmare) PS: I've checked the usual stuff, air leaks, filter, polished the slide and cover, sync, coils read OK, replaced the caps as the values were low. checked float height, what else is there? Please RSVP, Thanks in advance. Double G, Perrysville, Ohio -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] last post
Sorry moderators and all.The bike is a 80s 450one built out of 2. The carbs in question are 83??? Double G -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
