[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Proper/appropriate carb cleaning on 83 550sc

I have 42k on my '83 550 and I put the last 33k on it. I have had the carbs off many many times, and have done just about everything to them. I have to agree with the guys. Don't do it until you have no choice. Don't do it until it is pretty clear that something in there is whacked or you have

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Chain riveting tool

Good eye Glen, I didn't even noticed. I got it as a present a couple of months ago and I haven't been able to even start reading it. Trying to finish "The making of the atomic bomb" by Richard Rhodes. Highly recommended to anyone interested in the subject. On Tue, Apr 7, 2015 at 9:17 PM, EGrider

[Nighthawk Lovers] Once again cheap night hawk

Why when I am so poor does life always temp me http://desmoines.craigslist.org/mcy/4968582613.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Chain riveting tool

Hitchhiker's guide to the galaxy? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Chain riveting tool

I was up against the same thing last May before my trip. After watching some YouTube videos, I decided that I didn't want to ride my first attempt to the West Coast, so I had our local Honda shop put on the chain. Bought a chain breaker on a wild hair at Harbor Freight after that but haven't t

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Lost Key: Conclusion

I appreciate that! After I exhaust the possibilities here in Atlanta, I may take you up on that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: my new nighthawk

Don't go cheap with the batteries ither. Get a sealed agm (batteries plus, Duracell line is the best) and a true battery tender. That combo will save you lots of money in the long run! On Apr 5, 2015 11:23 PM, "Allen Thomas" wrote: > It takes a 12 series. > > Allen Thomas > On Apr 5, 2015 5:58

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Proper/appropriate carb cleaning on 83 550sc

I just finished dismantling and cleaning the carbs on an 83 550SC. It's not hard to do but yours don't need it. 55 mpg is real good. Just run seafoam through it for about 100 miles Sent from my iPad > On Apr 7, 2015, at 16:45, crock...@gmail.com wrote: > > I'm posting this because I've gone th

[Nighthawk Lovers] Victory

Saw my 1st, maybe my only, Victory based cop bike. Looked good. Thank you, Ross -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lover

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Lost Key: Conclusion

To be more clear, if you want to remove the ignition and send to me, I will go get a key made for it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an emai

[Nighthawk Lovers] Plexiglass scratch remover?

I haven't used it for plexiglass, I think, but it has done great for the overspray all over my bike including the plastic (plexiglas?) fairing on my 700S. Not easy, but worth the effort. I plan to try it on my watch, since I scratched the crap out of it. -- You received this message because

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: From lost key to SALE to 750!

There is a guy on Ebay that has some good looking after market decals. http://www.ebay.com/itm/360272630247?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 Check here and find for your bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Proper/appropriate carb cleaning on 83 550sc

Ditto EXACTLY what Javier said! Don't fix what ain't broke. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googleg

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Proper/appropriate carb cleaning on 83 550sc

I am going to let the real experts give you the technical advise on the carbs, but I wonder if you really need to do this. I think it is a good thing to do if you really want to know your bike and get it perfect, but, what exactly is too much choke? I live in Boston and my 750 doesn't need that muc

[Nighthawk Lovers] Proper/appropriate carb cleaning on 83 550sc

I'm posting this because I've gone through the list of threads, and I didn't see one that quite matched my situation. So here goes: after ten + years of sparse riding, and with 19k miles on the bike, I want to do some carb cleaning. I've never touched them, and the bike has sat an awful lot

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: From lost key to SALE to 750!

Where are you getting your decals from paul i have been trying to find some for my 1980 750 custom side cover -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, sen

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: From lost key to SALE to 750!

16,000 miles but VERY well taken care of. *Paul LeBoutillier * *www.hondanighthawks.net * Honda Nighthawk Lovers Email group On Mon, Apr 6, 2015 at 10:56 PM, Allen Thomas wrote: > How many miles? Does t

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New set of pipes for 83 550NH

Wow! Lots of quick replies - and useful information! I'm off to ebay for quieter pipes (easier on the rider as well as all around). I'm not sure I'm ready for the top end approach, I think the bike needs to look a bit better, first. But thank you all for your suggestions and help. It's made

[Nighthawk Lovers] Plexiglass scratch remover?

I little while ago Phil Bailey recommended Meguiar's to remove scratches from a fairing. Well, buy the time I have it delivered, we're looking at $15 for a dab in the palm of my hand, and my inner cheapskate won't allow it. Pep Boys doesn't seem to stock it. As soon as I searched Walmart (becau

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New set of pipes for 83 550NH

I've always thought "Loud bikes save lives" was just something Harley riders came up with to justify their dubious choice of transportation. Somehow riding with no helmet and wearing a wifebeater for protection also saves road rash, I guess, but I digress... -- You received this message becaus

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: From lost key to SALE to 750!

Looks like we'll be twins when I get out there, except for the color and engine guards. I've been waiting for my tach to die. Does the headlight stay on? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from th

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] New set of pipes for 83 550NH

Yeah, I can come home at midnight and not piss off any neighbors. The Harley down the street can't claim the same. -Kyle On Tue, Apr 7, 2015 at 9:37 AM, Kurt Nolte wrote: > To continue the trend, loud exhausts are bad PR for riders, since they are > an annoyance and a distraction when they are

[Nighthawk Lovers] Wanted: Stock pipes for 84 Nighthawk CB650SC

I bought the bike around the end of January, and found out a few weeks later that I'm moving to Okinawa this year. The bike has to be as stock as possible in order to register it in Japan, which means the 4-into-1 MAC pipes it came with will have to go. Anybody have some stock pipes to sell/tra

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Lost Key: Conclusion

Right, but not so easy. I'm not familiar with any Atlanta area key shops, but I'm familiar with some back in my hometown. So I've taken the key back when I was on vacation and had lots of time, and I've had the hometown shops make dupes. These were real dedicated locksmiths, not part-timers at

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] New set of pipes for 83 550NH

To continue the trend, loud exhausts are bad PR for riders, since they are an annoyance and a distraction when they are heard. Prior to taking up riding I know I wanted to strangle every loud pipe owner I came across. Now that urge strengthens every time I hear them. Kurt On Apr 7, 2015 10:06 AM,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] New set of pipes for 83 550NH

I agree with Kyle. I never believed this mantra of "loud pipes save lives", I think prepared rides save their own lives, at least most of the time. On Tue, Apr 7, 2015 at 9:41 AM, Kyle Munz wrote: > Also all of that extra "sound" is projected behind you, cars approaching > from ahead don't hear

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] New set of pipes for 83 550NH

Also all of that extra "sound" is projected behind you, cars approaching from ahead don't hear it at all until they pass you. -Kyle On Tue, Apr 7, 2015 at 8:22 AM, Tommy Hill wrote: > And don't be fooled! A louder bike does NOT help you be seen. This is a > common misconception. Think about

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Lost Key: Conclusion

We have a really good and usually inexpensive place in Greenville. If copying your key isn't working, try letting them make a new one like Paul did. Copies just exaggerate any flaws, I believe. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] New set of pipes for 83 550NH

And don't be fooled! A louder bike does NOT help you be seen. This is a common misconception. Think about it, you are only louder when accelerating. At cruise or letting off, little to no difference. Louder just pisses off the neighbors. -- You received this message because you are subscr