[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread EGrider
The ability to look down the middle of an allen wrench like that has got to be a definite plus. -- 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] Re: Ol' Yeller rides again

2015-07-06 Thread EGrider
Made it to Denver. Yesterday was 100-degree heat; today was in the 60s under lead skies. Big change. -- 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: 95 750 in Virginia

2015-07-06 Thread EGrider
You could mention the engine guards in the ad also. -- 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.co

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Graham Rogers
And apparently 3 something hours is close enough, Graham Sent from my iPad > On Jul 6, 2015, at 21:04, Javier Garcia wrote: > > I can tell you guys that Allen's help is like a million times more effective > if you live anywhere near him :) > >> On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 7:02 PM, Joey Kelley wro

[Nighthawk Lovers] 95 750 in Virginia

2015-07-06 Thread zgotts
Hey gang, have my 95 up for grabs. I've spent many hours disassembling and doing major cleaning over the years. All maintenance done, tach still works, Its in great shape... but garage space is getting low! Email zgo...@hotmail.com if interested. http://blacksburg.craigslist.org/mcy/5110246823

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Allen Thomas
Ok, get the tool. On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 9:41 PM, Javier Garcia wrote: > She still pulls strong Allen. I am thinking in riding it down to DC before > the winter. Maybe we can to the valves. > J. > > On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 9:20 PM, Allen Thomas > wrote: > >> I love that Hurricane, working on her

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Javier Garcia
She still pulls strong Allen. I am thinking in riding it down to DC before the winter. Maybe we can to the valves. J. On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 9:20 PM, Allen Thomas wrote: > I love that Hurricane, working on her is a privilege, especially when you > get to dial in a jet kit. :-) I'm sure the guys

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Kyle Munz
Bahdumbump Tsss! On Jul 6, 2015 20:21, "Joey Kelley" wrote: > I see from that photo that he clearly takes his motorcycling lying > down.. > > On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 9:04 PM, Javier Garcia wrote: > >> I can tell you guys that Allen's help is like a million times more >> effective if you live

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Joey Kelley
I see from that photo that he clearly takes his motorcycling lying down.. On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 9:04 PM, Javier Garcia wrote: > I can tell you guys that Allen's help is like a million times more > effective if you live anywhere near him :) > > On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 7:02 PM, Joey Kelley wr

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Allen Thomas
I love that Hurricane, working on her is a privilege, especially when you get to dial in a jet kit. :-) I'm sure the guys at the firehouse enjoyed the 20 or so passes we made that day! On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 9:04 PM, Javier Garcia wrote: > I can tell you guys that Allen's help is like a million

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Wife's pain in the neck

2015-07-06 Thread Mark Weisenfeld
She has only been out on it once, for a nice long evening ride, she did not say she noticed anything. She can't ride right now, for probably a couple weeks (recovering eye issue), so I don't know what a longer exposure to the change will reveal. I assume it will take a while for her to get used to

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 86 Honda Night Hawk 450 Is toping out at 60mph Help!

2015-07-06 Thread Allen Thomas
Yea I have yet to see any Honda built in the 80's that didn't have electronic ignition. You may be able to rotate the pickup plate though for minor timing adjustments. Valve lash is a must check and should be done every other oil change. Have you made sure your air filter isn't clogged or that you

RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] 86 Honda Night Hawk 450 Is toping out at 60mph Help!

2015-07-06 Thread 'Ross M. Jamison' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!
Ok. Your probably correct. If it was points you could look at Pertronix conversion kits or MSD makes electronic ignitions for bikes. -Original Message- From: "Joey Kelley" Sent: ‎7/‎6/‎2015 4:30 PM To: "nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com" Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 86 Honda Night Ha

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Joey Kelley
Glad to have you with us Allen! -Joey On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 6:41 PM, Allen Thomas wrote: > Seriously guys no need, but thanks. Every time I research something for > somebody, or am a part of a group effort to help someone get a problem > fixed, I learn something, and that makes me a bett

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Allen Thomas
Seriously guys no need, but thanks. Every time I research something for somebody, or am a part of a group effort to help someone get a problem fixed, I learn something, and that makes me a better mechanic, so helping has it's own rewards. Matt, I told you these things are no more difficult than wor

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Wife's pain in the neck

2015-07-06 Thread Allen Thomas
Good use of the old Noggin, looks great. Question, do you notice any effect on the amount of pressure needed to steer? -- 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

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 86 Honda Night Hawk 450 Is toping out at 60mph Help!

2015-07-06 Thread Joey Kelley
Ross, Unless I am completely wrong - all 450 NH's had electronic ignition - no points. -Joey On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 1:10 PM, 'Ross M. Jamison' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! wrote: > Does it have contact type points on it or is it electronic? > -- >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Robert Kariniemi
I have gotten great advice from you over the years. Thanks so much! Robert On Mon, Jul 6, 2015 at 10:37 AM, Matthew Ward wrote: > I would also like to thank you Allen for everything you have done for me > personally and all the help and great advice you have given > > -- > You received this mes

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 86 Honda Night Hawk 450 Is toping out at 60mph Help!

2015-07-06 Thread Irish Tiger
I'm not sure. this is my first bike. How can I check? I grew up in a shop, I have some knowledge. How can I check? Thanks in advance for your help! On Monday, July 6, 2015 at 1:10:52 PM UTC-4, Ross M. Jamison wrote: > > Does it have contact type points on it or is it electronic? > ---

RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] 86 Honda Night Hawk 450 Is toping out at 60mph Help!

2015-07-06 Thread 'Ross M. Jamison' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!
Does it have contact type points on it or is it electronic? -Original Message- From: "Irish Tiger" Sent: ‎7/‎6/‎2015 11:23 AM To: "nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com" Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] 86 Honda Night Hawk 450Is toping out at 60mph Help! I have an 86 honda night hawk and I

[Nighthawk Lovers] 86 Honda Night Hawk 450 Is toping out at 60mph Help!

2015-07-06 Thread Irish Tiger
I have an 86 honda night hawk and I can only get 60mph out of it. I am working on tuning it up. New spark plugs, Sea foam through carbs, and I am going check the values and the timing next. Also the previous owner put a small sprocket on it I have the original and would like to put it back on

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Wife's pain in the neck

2015-07-06 Thread mark . wfeld
I finally finished this project. I do not want to assume that anyone cares. I am simply so glad to be done and see that the fix works so well that I have to share it. The bars have built-in risers with studs off the bottom of each riser. I was really afraid of those studs being in the way, but s

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Matthew Ward
I would also like to thank you Allen for everything you have done for me personally and all the help and great advice you have given -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivi

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Click but not starting - 96 - 750

2015-07-06 Thread mark . wfeld
...what Kyle says! 2 years is enough time to build up enough carbon in the starter to make shorted brushes etc. Especially if that is a typical day for you. Pop it off, blow it out, and put it back on, if you have not done that yet. I am still half-suspecting that some rebuild kits a have brushe

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I want to say thank you.

2015-07-06 Thread Allen Thomas
Thanks Glen, but I enjoy it so helping out isn't a chore to me. Allen Thomas -- 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+un