[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Nighthawk 700s K&N Air filter

Dennis: Rode to work today and it ran the best since I bought it. Warmed right up, smooth idle... smooth at take off. Thanks you very much!!! Not sure what I would have done without your knowledge and help. I was going to get a local shop to tune it but they wont touch a bike this old. My expe

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: parts

Anyone with a spare clutch or brake master cylinder they want to get rid of? On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 11:57 PM, Kyle K.K. wrote: > My sissy bar can be bent back into shape so I'm not so worried about > that. Thanks though. > > On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 3:00 PM, Graham Rogers wrote: >> >> Hi Kyle,

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: looking for 1984 700s Nose Cone fairing

Thats it.. THANKS! On Mar 30, 10:27 am, Kyle Munz wrote: > Are talking about a chin fairing like this one? You can pick one up at JC > Whitneyhttp://www.jcwhitney.com/ENGINE-AIR-SCOOP-FOR-JAPANESE-CYCLES/GP_2000... > > -Kyle > > On Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 6:31 PM, Snookfever wrote: > > > I have se

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

Welcome from Kyle number 2. On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 9:27 PM, carpetologist wrote: > > Thanks Stanley but I am a little confused by your post. > Is there a video that you are referring to? > > Chris > > On Mar 30, 7:28 pm, stanley/ Randolph wrote: >> If the paint is not too oxidized, use some Me

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: parts

My sissy bar can be bent back into shape so I'm not so worried about that. Thanks though. On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 3:00 PM, Graham Rogers wrote: > > Hi Kyle,  I was wondering the same thing - I am but those cylinders > are no good.  I have them for the NH700 but the sight glasses leak > I'm prett

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Ok. I'm done for a while

OkBOOO I was wearing a jacket, jeans, vest over jacket, my 1/2 helmet, gauntlets and goggles. I love Fox Creek Leather. "Send it back to us and we'll repair it free of charge under our lifetime warranty." On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 2:07 PM, Josh Bowlin wrote: > In this

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Tire suggestions

I have a set of Spitfires on my '85 450. I have only put about 400 miles on them but have already realized that they are much better than the Kendas that were on the bike when I bought it 3000 miles ago. They hold the corners great and seem to ride a lot smoother. Hope that helps. Jeremy On Mar

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Nighthawk 700s K&N Air filter

Ahh ok, i guess i better buy a new one for my bike then because i took it out to inspect it and there was leaves and a bunch of other debree in it ( the big stuff all came out with tapping on it and pulling it out by hand but its not 100% clean)I read about people putting K&N filters oninstead o

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Nighthawk 700s K&N Air filter

If you can't see light through it, replace it. Just like any car filter. Cleanable ? no. --- On Mon, 3/30/09, jeff scott wrote: From: jeff scott Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Nighthawk 700s K&N Air filter To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 11:39 PM How

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Nighthawk 700s K&N Air filter

How often do the original type (U shaped) filters have to be changed or are they cleanable.. and if cleanable how?Also i have a couple pics of the '85 NH i bought and would like to have them put on the group home page... how do i get them put on there?   Have a great day ~ J. Scott groups home p

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Nighthawk 700s K&N Air filter

No, at first. It becomes an asset later. The K&N is cone shaped and installed, the small end is down. That should make you wonder. FYI: the original is a paper pleated that is "U" shaped. --- On Mon, 3/30/09, stanley/ Randolph wrote: From: stanley/ Randolph Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 198

[Nighthawk Lovers] 83 650 Nighthawk day trip

I am planning on going on a day trip with the Kansas Short Grass Motorcycle Club in a few weeks and wanted my wife to ride with me. It is about 5 hours of driving time and I have a windshield on the way so it don't wear me out. My wife and I have a combined weight that is about 20 lbs below the ma

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

Thanks Stanley but I am a little confused by your post. Is there a video that you are referring to? Chris On Mar 30, 7:28 pm, stanley/ Randolph wrote: > If the paint is not too oxidized, use some Meguiar Fine Cut Cleaner; if you > are not familiar with machine buffing, then do it by hand. If i

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

I took a 3 day course at through the Midwest Motorcycle Training Center here in Olathe a year before I bought the bike. I am sending my son though next month since he is 18 and thinking about getting a bike himself. Great course! Chris On Mar 30, 6:51 pm, Paul wrote: > Hi Chris! Welcome to the

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: FIRST BIKE (previously: Honda CB160 ...Great Bike!)

Clymer makes one. If you need certain sections copied let me know and I'll send them to you. Sent from my iPod On Mar 29, 2009, at 12:52 PM, stanley/ Randolph wrote: > Always have ridden Hondas, from the first step-thru 50s on up. Paid > for them myself and for most of my life,either my

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Update

Marco, I'm an MSF instructor and you will love the erc. It's user friendly and very enjoyable. Everyone sets high expectations for themselves and then worries about meeting them. Just ride and have fun. Congratulations. Sent from my iPod On Mar 29, 2009, at 9:07 PM, Marco wrote: > > Oppo

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

The pics were posted on the google groups home page http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers -Kyle On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 7:06 PM, jeff scott wrote: > I must have bad eyes then , because i did not even see a pic of the > bike!~lol > > > *Have a great day ~ J. Scott * > > >

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

I didn't either ... On Mar 30, 2009, at 7:06 PM, jeff scott wrote: > I must have bad eyes then , because i did not even see a pic of the > bike!~lol > > Have a great day ~ J. Scott > > > > From: carpetologist > To: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:57:11 PM > Subje

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

If the paint is not too oxidized, use some Meguiar Fine Cut Cleaner; if you are not familiar with machine buffing, then do it by hand. If it is plenty oxidized, use medium cut cleaner, then follow up with fine cut. Then use some of their caranuba waX, or a polymer coating. Polymer "waxes" don't l

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

Hi Chris! Welcome to the group and congrats on your Nighthawk! I'm gonna guess that repainting is your only real option there, but I would encourage you to swing by a body shop when you get a moment and get some professional advice. Be sure and keep us all posted. Have you thought about taking a

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

I must have bad eyes then , because i did not even see a pic of the bike!~lol   Have a great day ~ J. Scott From: carpetologist To: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:57:11 PM Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

Yes, I am waiting for my shipment from hondadirect. You've got a great eye! On Mar 30, 5:45 pm, Kyle Munz wrote: > Welcome to the group. I don't know much about paint so I can't answer that > question, but I noticed the pencil holding your headlight on. I had to buy > new allen bolts to hold th

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk S and Nighthawk 650

I actually look up the prices and part numbers on hondaparts-direct and bike bandit, then take them into the local honda dealership and ask them if they can match it since I'd rather spend the money locally. They usually come within 15% of the online prices. -Kyle On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 6:33 PM,

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member Introduction

Welcome to the group. I don't know much about paint so I can't answer that question, but I noticed the pencil holding your headlight on. I had to buy new allen bolts to hold the head light on my 650. There should be capture nuts on the inside with a bendable clasp to help hold the spaghetti of wire

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk S and Nighthawk 650

Yep, checked with them - none for the 700. On Mar 30, 2009, at 6:41 PM, bobcat...@gmail.com wrote: > I got decals from www.extreemedecals.com . They have a lot for the > 650 but they may be able to help. > > On 3/30/09, Graham Rogers wrote: > > Does anybody know where I can get a full set of C

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk S and Nighthawk 650

I got decals from www.extreemedecals.com . They have a lot for the 650 but they may be able to help. On 3/30/09, Graham Rogers wrote: > > > Does anybody know where I can get a full set of CB700 decals other > than CBDecals.com where the set costs $190.00? Graham > > On Mar 28, 2009, at 7:50 AM, K

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk S and Nighthawk 650

Thanks Kyle, I'd like to restore this particular NH. I can get a quality paint job from a friend and I like the blue of all of the NH colors. I've found Hondparts Direct to be much cheaper than Bike Bandit for nearly everything OEM. I've found several of their products for this model NH c

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk S and Nighthawk 650

I will be very amazed if you find quality decals for less than that. -Kyle On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 6:16 PM, Graham Rogers wrote: > > Does anybody know where I can get a full set of CB700 decals other > than CBDecals.com where the set costs $190.00? Graham > > On Mar 28, 2009, at 7:50 AM, Kyle K

[Nighthawk Lovers] New Member Introduction

My name is Chris Sheafer and I live in Olathe, KS Bought my first bike September 2008. 1983 Honda 650 SC Nighthawk. Got it for my 49th birthday. It is in great running condition although it could use some new paint. It has 22000 miles on it. Don't know much of anything about bikes. I do have

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk S and Nighthawk 650

Does anybody know where I can get a full set of CB700 decals other than CBDecals.com where the set costs $190.00? Graham On Mar 28, 2009, at 7:50 AM, Kyle K.K. wrote: > > If you're looking for the two yellow/orange reflectors that go on the > fork (one on each side), you can pick them up for b

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: parts

Hi Kyle, I was wondering the same thing - I am but those cylinders are no good. I have them for the NH700 but the sight glasses leak I'm pretty sure. I don't have the fuse box cover either - I guess it was missing off the bike when I got it. I haven't been much help - sorry. I sent yo

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Nighthawk 700s K&N Air filter

Dennis, Your question piqued my curiosity.  Does the shape of the filter make a difference in the performance?   Stanley From: Snookfever To: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! Sent: Sunday, March 29, 2009 2:55:57 PM Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Nighthawk 7

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Ok. I'm done for a while

In this case more then a rubber i hope! [?] On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 2:01 PM, Brian Marcus wrote: > > Kyle, > I have to ask. How far did you slide and what were you wearing for > protection? > > > > -Original Message- > From: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com > [mailto:nighthawk_lov...@go

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Ok. I'm done for a while

Kyle, I have to ask. How far did you slide and what were you wearing for protection? -Original Message- From: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com [mailto:nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kyle K.K. Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 9:15 AM To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Su

[Nighthawk Lovers] parts

Who was parting out a bike last week? I was asking about the brake and clutch master cylinders and I cannot find the conversation. -Kyle KK --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lover

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: went down today

That is wonderful! Even if it is not on a Nighthawk, riding is riding. I have given some thought to a sidecar someday as my wife is not real big on hanging on to me on the back of the bike, She gets too tense. I just can't afford a bike that takes a sidecar yet. One of those "someday" dreams.

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I bought another Nighthawk!

I agree. On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 9:15 AM, Kyle Munz wrote: > You won't find a better online community for another model of bike though. > In my opinion. > > -Kyle Ichi Ban > > On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 8:37 AM, Kyle K.K. wrote: >> >> Very nice. I'm beginning to feel like I'm in the minority here

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: looking for 1984 700s Nose Cone fairing

Are talking about a chin fairing like this one? You can pick one up at JC Whitney http://www.jcwhitney.com/ENGINE-AIR-SCOOP-FOR-JAPANESE-CYCLES/GP_2000246_N_111+1984+200730429+600014385_10111.jcw -Kyle On Sun, Mar 29, 2009 at 6:31 PM, Snookfever wrote: > > I have seen bikes like my 700S with a

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Guys in Wisconsin (on topic, I swear)

Most of the ''Animals'' I've incounterd in Motown and Wisconsin are the KKK, Kyle K.K. So I f your a Black Man or Catholic or you don't speak like a Hick should wear a Brain bucket when on a MotorBike. The Mid west is still living in a 1950's way of thinking, Indiana, Ohio, Mich. are the Nort

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I bought another Nighthawk!

You won't find a better online community for another model of bike though. In my opinion. -Kyle Ichi Ban On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 8:37 AM, Kyle K.K. wrote: > > Very nice. I'm beginning to feel like I'm in the minority here though. > I'm going to keep my Nighthawk for shooting around town, but I'

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Ok. I'm done for a while

I'm glad that you're O.K. Kyle. Rest up and don't be too upset about the bike. I can't believe that the bike got that much damage and you didn't. God loves sinners and little children! HotrodMamma. - Original Message - From: "Kyle K.K." To: Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:28 AM Subjec

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Ok. I'm done for a while

linky: http://members.uplogon.com/kyle/crash/ On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 8:28 AM, Josh Bowlin wrote: > i have that email, how do i put it back on here? > > > On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 8:17 AM, Josh Bowlin wrote: >> >> he wrecked  hit some loose gravel and lost it...sad day... >> >> >> On Mon, Mar 30

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Ok. I'm done for a while

i have that email, how do i put it back on here? On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 8:17 AM, Josh Bowlin wrote: > he wrecked hit some loose gravel and lost it...sad day... > > > > On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 8:11 AM, Creative Residential Designs < > finderskeep...@qwest.net> wrote: > >> >> What happened? W

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Ok. I'm done for a while

he wrecked hit some loose gravel and lost it...sad day... On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 8:11 AM, Creative Residential Designs < finderskeep...@qwest.net> wrote: > > What happened? Who hit you? Which bike? I've been out of town and missed it > allHotrodMamma. > > - Original Message - > Fr

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Ok. I'm done for a while

I was going around a curve doing 65 (or so it said on the speedo) when I hit gravel. Bike went down, I went sliding and when the bike hit the edge of the road, it flipped a couple times. I am fine. I only have the one bike right now: '83 550 Pictures were linked in another email I believe. Kyle

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Ok. I'm done for a while

What happened? Who hit you? Which bike? I've been out of town and missed it allHotrodMamma. - Original Message - From: "Kyle K.K." To: Sent: Thursday, March 26, 2009 3:31 PM Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] Ok. I'm done for a while > > Bike = dead. Handlebars are bent, mirrors shatte

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I bought another Nighthawk!

Very nice. I'm beginning to feel like I'm in the minority here though. I'm going to keep my Nighthawk for shooting around town, but I'm definitely upgrading here. And 2200 would buy a magna... Kyle luku kaksi On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 7:30 AM, Kyle Munz wrote: > $2200. There was also an '85 for

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I bought another Nighthawk!

$2200. There was also an '85 for $1500, but it had around 50K and this one had right at 19K and was very well maintained. To me it was definitely worth the extra $700. -Kyle numero Uno On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 8:25 AM, Kyle K.K. wrote: > > Awesome. Do you mind if I ask how much? > > -Kyle #2 > >

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I bought another Nighthawk!

Awesome. Do you mind if I ask how much? -Kyle #2 On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 7:22 AM, Kyle Munz wrote: > Here's my new (to me) '84 700S. It runs great so far, a couple of minor > cosmetic blemishes but I'm happy with it. More pics on my blog ofcourse. > I'll have my 650 up for sale shortly. > > htt

[Nighthawk Lovers] I bought another Nighthawk!

Here's my new (to me) '84 700S. It runs great so far, a couple of minor cosmetic blemishes but I'm happy with it. More pics on my blog ofcourse. I'll have my 650 up for sale shortly. [image: 700S] http://munz.kicks-ass.net/nighthawk/?p=248 -- -Kyle

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: FIRST BIKE (previously: Honda CB160 ...Great Bike!)

Back in 1971 I purchased a new CB750, this was my second bike (first = CL175) during the summer of '72 I took a 7K mile cross county trip from ohio to california & back. Later than year I joined uncle sam's canoe club (navy) and ended up selling the bike because I didn't have anywhere to store it

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: FIRST BIKE (previously: Honda CB160 ...Great Bike!)

I had a couple of buddies on college that had 700S's and I would ride on the back. Then later I had the opportunity to buy an 83 650 (my first bike). I rode it for a few years and sold it after my son was born. Just last year I got a great deal on a mint 84 650 and I couldn't pass it up. It's