I like to start my bike in the morning on the kickstand, and let it warm up
while I go grab my helmet and gloves in the garage. It won't start in gear, and
it's on level ground, so it's not going anywhere...
But as they say, things happen for a reason... Enough people must have gotten
in troub
I have an acquaintance who actually did that. Luckily, he launched
himself into a chain link fence, which was the only thing preventing
him from drowning in the lake on the other side of the fence (!)
His indelible new nickname?
"Kickstand."
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Besides, the bike will remind you that the kickstand is down the first time
you turn left ;)
-Kyle
On Aug 31, 2011 11:05 PM, "surfswab" wrote:
> All that sounds about right, model-wise. And yeah, finding parts
> would probly be a real challenge.
>
> Bikes have come a long way since then. They eve
Modern times have brought us a wonderful place where it should usually be
placed. ;) Just a handy hint.
Thanks for the brain-scratching there! I did a little google trawling; lots
of used parts, and stuff like head gaskets and oil seals are apparently
still available, at least for the 360. I might
All that sounds about right, model-wise. And yeah, finding parts
would probly be a real challenge.
Bikes have come a long way since then. They even have starter motors
now, and petcocks that turn themselves off, which are good things.
But I've never understood this no-start kickstand thing. I m
Those are some seriously cool nerves, to just shake his head and keep going
like that. I'd have been twitching, if I'd even managed to keep it on two
wheels during the off-road excursion.
-Kurt
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 10:02 PM, Kyle Munz wrote:
> Wow, must share
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Looks like (googlefu, go!) there was the 305cc CB/CL77 and the 247cc
CB/CL72. So I guess you had the CL72 (scrambler version) while
Wow, must share
-Kyle
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 8:17 PM, James O'Gorman wrote:
> I got this story today in my daily email from this website. Normally it is
> super-geek stuff like a guy who just got a real bionic eye, but today it was
> a good, quick story about motorcycling:
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> http://www.gizm
You guys are taxing my memory banks, now. I'm near 70 and this was
(mumble somethin') years ago.
I had one of the early editions, a 250cc, which is what I meant when I
said it didn't stay in the lineup long. I think they went to 305,
then 350 with subsequent models, but I was into Brit bikes by
Oh,...a 1993 Nighthawk 250. Here's the ad.
http://thumb.craigslist.org/mcy/2564154196.html
My first bike :-)
Dave
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 9:17 PM, Graham Rogers wrote:
> What bike are we talking about here? Graham
>
> On Aug 31, 2011, at 8:31 PM, Dave D wrote:
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> Well, it's in the garage.
I got this story today in my daily email from this website. Normally it is
super-geek stuff like a guy who just got a real bionic eye, but today it was a
good, quick story about motorcycling:
http://www.gizmag.com/close-call-bmw-s1000rr/19667/
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On Aug 31, 2011, at 8:31 PM, Dave D wrote:
Well, it's in the garage. Great price, everything he said it
was. :-) And now for all the questions...hope you all can bear
with me. <338.gif>
Dave
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 4:26 PM, Dave D wrote:
Mi
Well, it's in the garage. Great price, everything he said it was. :-) And
now for all the questions...hope you all can bear with me. [?]
Dave
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 4:26 PM, Dave D wrote:
> Michigan. I'm leaving soon to pick it up (I hope). :-)
>
> Dave
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>
> On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 3:37
I already have one of those Javier, Graham
On Aug 31, 2011, at 6:21 PM, Javier Garcia wrote:
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What didn't you like about the scrambler? What were the major differences? I
see scramblers frequently for sale.
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Looks like there were CL versions for all the CBs on through the 70s. I'm
drawn to the same things, seat height and styling.
Most first editions aren't terribly good at what they do, either. :p You're
saying the CB77 was a much better choice?
Kurt
On Aug 31, 2011 5:51 PM, "surfswab" wrote:
The
The Scrambler was one of the first "dual-sports" (off-road and
street). It did neither very well.
I liked the look of it, too, and because I'm long-legged, the seat
height and ground clearance. But overall, it was not near the
performer, or as comfortable, as the CB77 was.
Others must have shar
s'cuse me, rated @ 34hp. Apparently the lineage went as thus: CB77 -> CB350
-> CB360, so it does seem to be an evolution of the Superhawk.
The question about regretting the Scrambler choice remains, unless you're
referring to his having electric and yours only having kickstart?
-Kurt
On Wed, Aug
I love the Scrambler look; why did you regret the choice?
CB 360 seems to be officially rated at some 20hp; more than adequate for
around town, with its big 750cc cousin to hit the highways when I want to.
The 175 is still rated at 17hp, and I bet with a little tweaking, perhaps a
carb change, tha
None with those exact models, but I'm thinking the 360 is an evolved
version of the CB77 (aka Super Hawk -- think Zen and The Art of
Motorcycle Maintenance).
If so, it's a worthwhile ride. Lightweight, agile, with enough power
to get you in trouble, if you choose.
A close friend and I bought new
Michigan. I'm leaving soon to pick it up (I hope). :-)
Dave
On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 3:37 PM, mike21...@aol.com wrote:
> Look close at the tires where they meet the rim for dry rot. I had to
> replace two tires with decent tread for state inspection. And of course for
> safety. Hey thats great
Look close at the tires where they meet the rim for dry rot. I had to replace
two tires with decent tread for state inspection. And of course for safety. Hey
thats great mileage wheres kingston? I might get in on this one myself. :-o
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thanks Graham, i've seen the stripes but I'm looking for the badge, there was
one on ebay a couple weeks ago but i didnt win that bid, it was on a sidecover.
so i am thinking about a decal to replace the badges.
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Btw they will only fix compression and rebound dampening not spring rate. Since
you do a lot of two up you probably want more spring rate so these will not be
a complete solution. Call racetech they will hook you up.
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No but the vfr forum does. They are commonly used for track day bikes. I plan
on getting a set when I rebuild my forks this winter.
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CB175/200/360, actually. I'm considering moving to one of these pint sized
engines once I've finished the 650 (which may be up for sale when I'm done
with it, fyi).
Anyone here have experience with them?
Kurt
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I've also seen 1982 decals on eBay - the 1982 striping was unique -
unfortunately that makes them harder to find
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On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 9:34 AM, Graham Rogers wrote:
> Mack, yes there's a company that makes them. You have to call them. They
> produce the Honda tank emblem a
Mack, yes there's a company that makes them. You have to call them.
They produce the Honda tank emblem and side cover emblems. Thay
don't exactly look like the originals but they do me fine. here's
the info:
Rapid Grafiks & signs - Chuck and Julie Anderson 906 932-5962
www.rapidgrafi
Anyone installed these?
Night and day difference, or slightly noticeable?
I do a lot of 2-up riding, and I think I've about had it with the
stock suspension... looking to make some changes.
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Graham, nice looking bike. where did you get the Nighthawk 750 for the side
cover? is there a place out there making them? I'm missing one on my 82 and
cant seem to fine one, thinking of just replacing them with stickers. thanks
Mack
82 750 Nighthawk
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