Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Bending handlebars up

2016-04-14 Thread Allen Thomas
I have tweaked handle bars. By removing the grips and pods . Then I massaged them with a large rubber mallet. Allen Thomas On Apr 11, 2016 9:23 AM, "EGrider" wrote: > Hey Surf, now that's a great idea! Why didn't I think of that? I love the > collective experience of t

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Okay...NOW I get it...

2016-04-14 Thread Allen Thomas
Very nice bike! 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+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To po

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Got a ? Bout seat brackets

2016-04-14 Thread Allen Thomas
A 650 seat pan is nothing like a 1996 anything be I a 25 or a 750. Allen Thomas On Apr 8, 2016 12:21 PM, "Bobby Marlow" wrote: > I bought my 1998 nighthawk 2 weeks before I got deployed back in November > from a friend. The seat is messed up but I have seen a seat that idk if

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] NH 650 and 450 tank emblem

2016-04-14 Thread Allen Thomas
Is it metal on your 450, because the 82 650NH is metal, and gold on silver if I recal. Size is probably the same as your tank, and should have a metal strip on It to mount emblems. Allen Thomas On Apr 7, 2016 2:44 AM, "Jon Palmstrøm" wrote: > Hi > Thanks for the answer. It is

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Headlight for 1983 CB650SC Nighthawk........

2016-04-08 Thread Allen Thomas
Pods and especially a MACs Exhaust are downgrades IMHO. You did pick a great bike Allen Thomas On Apr 6, 2016 12:14 PM, wrote: > Greetings Fellow Nighthawk Enthusiasts, > Been a member here for a little while and have been reading the > posts with interest. > I had an acci

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Updated List of pdf Nighthawk Service and Owner's Manuals available

2016-04-07 Thread Allen Thomas
Wiring diagram: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_wugBxirhqrekktbkt0WXlRcjQ/view?usp=docslist_api Service: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_wugBxirhqrT2Rhd1pBOVB1YWc/view?usp=docslist_api -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lover

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] V65 Manliness

2016-04-07 Thread Allen Thomas
Lol Allen Thomas On Mar 30, 2016 5:57 PM, "Kyle Munz" wrote: > Not entirely original, but a great ad for a great bike > > http://houston.craigslist.org/mcy/5509702447.html > > -Kyle > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Back after a long time away

2016-04-01 Thread Allen Thomas
+1 Glad to hear your back and in good spirits. Allen Thomas On Apr 1, 2016 2:53 PM, "Graham Rogers" wrote: > Hey Dennis, good to hear from you again. I hear Chch is making a good > comeback. Im still riding my 700S as well. Have you been able to lower the > cost of registra

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Strip clear, leave paint?

2016-03-29 Thread Allen Thomas
Does NOT Sellcueck Allen Thomas On Mar 27, 2016 5:59 PM, "Allen Thomas" wrote: > I can attest that the Colorrite clear doest stand up to gas at all. > > Allen Thomas > On Mar 27, 2016 8:58 AM, "Kurt Nolte" wrote: > >> I'm familiar with Spraym

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Happy Easter

2016-03-27 Thread Allen Thomas
Same to you. Allen Thomas On Mar 27, 2016 10:18 AM, "'Ross M. Jamison' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" wrote: > > > Sent from my iPhone > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lo

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Strip clear, leave paint?

2016-03-27 Thread Allen Thomas
I can attest that the Colorrite clear doest stand up to gas at all. Allen Thomas On Mar 27, 2016 8:58 AM, "Kurt Nolte" wrote: > I'm familiar with Spraymax 2k. It's 2 part epoxy in a rattle can, once you > activate it you have a limited lifespan of the can. Good stuff

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: How to be sure of the compression cycle

2016-03-21 Thread Allen Thomas
A 4 stroke has a cycle of 720 degrees. So that won't tell you if you are TDC compression stroke or not. You have to look at the valves. Allen Thomas On Mar 21, 2016 6:02 PM, "Cody Gale" wrote: > Another trick is to stick a thin screwdriver or a pencil down the spark > p

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Iridium plugs?

2016-03-20 Thread Allen Thomas
The cost/benefit isn't there IMHO. Besides you should pull your plugs from time to time, leave them in too long and The can get hard to remove. Allen Thomas On Mar 20, 2016 8:39 AM, "EGrider" wrote: > From what I've read, the advantage of iridium plugs is mainly that they

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Tach/neutral light

2016-03-20 Thread Allen Thomas
Some not sorry me Arrrggg Allen Thomas On Mar 20, 2016 7:43 PM, "Allen Thomas" wrote: > What year? Sorry me are cable drive and others are electric. > > Allen Thomas > On Mar 20, 2016 1:51 AM, "Josh Kellogg" wrote: > >> Hi all, I just bought a 75

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Tach/neutral light

2016-03-20 Thread Allen Thomas
What year? Sorry me are cable drive and others are electric. Allen Thomas On Mar 20, 2016 1:51 AM, "Josh Kellogg" wrote: > Hi all, I just bought a 750 for my first bike and it doesn't have a > tachometer. I was wondering if any nighthawk tachometer would work and if > n

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 92 nighthawk 750. Or was lmao

2016-03-20 Thread Allen Thomas
Pictures? Allen Thomas On Mar 16, 2016 9:48 PM, "Charles Culpepper" wrote: > This bike was a gift and it took off from there im a first class welder > and fabricator so things just happened lol > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Shift indicator and gas gauge 83cb650

2016-03-19 Thread Allen Thomas
Ohh OK thanks! 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+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To po

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Bought another PC800

2016-03-19 Thread Allen Thomas
Nice! I like that drivers back rest too. Having the extra plastics is a good idea if you plan on keeping one long term. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Help

2016-03-19 Thread Allen Thomas
Are you using the web or email? I just add them as an attachment, or paste a link to a file sharing site like Google photos. Just make sure you make the pics "public" so anyone can see them. Allen Thomas On Mar 16, 2016 9:50 PM, "Charles Culpepper" wrote: > Ho

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 250 CC Tour!

2016-03-19 Thread Allen Thomas
ad to stop and buy a sweat shirt more than once because the temps dropped in the evening, or the mountain air was colder. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 550 exhaust mods. Possibilities?

2016-03-19 Thread Allen Thomas
You can even modify the foamies to some of the flatter ear buds so you can listen to music if you don't have a comm system. Better sound quality too. Allen Thomas On Mar 16, 2016 5:23 PM, "Kurt Nolte" wrote: > I didn't wear ear plugs for the longest time, but the first t

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 250 CC Tour!

2016-03-18 Thread Allen Thomas
the ground. Buy the center stand it will be the most useful investment for that bike. I would also keep a card on me with emergency contacts for EMT personnel, with any meds you are on also known allergies, maybe keep a copy on the bike as well. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] CC Trip

2016-03-18 Thread Allen Thomas
I am seeing this posted repeatedly, we have a tread going with advice coming in. Are you having issues receiving our replies? Allen Thomas On Mar 16, 2016 5:30 PM, "Sympa" wrote: > Hi all! > > My husband is planning a CC Trip from San Francisco, Ca to Columbus, Ohio > this

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Shift indicator and gas gauge 83cb650

2016-03-18 Thread Allen Thomas
Tat sucks since the dash units look identical. 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_lover

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Riders / Mechanics in Chicago?

2016-03-18 Thread Allen Thomas
No problem, getting the center stand is the best upgrade you can make IMHO. Bike shop rates are high and being able to do simple jobs like this at home can really save you some money. Enjoy her that is a nice example you have there. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 250 CC Tour!

2016-03-18 Thread Allen Thomas
before the trip. Also some sort of throttle lock, and highway pegs so that you can stretch out. My longest ride was around 350 mile/day but others here regularly go on long trips. I'm sure they will offer additional advice. Allen Thomas On Mar 15, 2016 7:19 PM, "Paul" wrote: > We

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 550 exhaust mods. Possibilities?

2016-03-15 Thread Allen Thomas
with a proper slip on Yoshi muffler. He definitely lost some top end, and gained some midrange and general rideability. Allen Thomas On Mar 14, 2016 3:03 PM, "EGrider" wrote: > I've got a '78 550 with a 4 into 4 exhaust setup. One of the pipes > developed a hole, and

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Changing shocks on my 2003 750 Nighthawk.

2016-03-13 Thread Allen Thomas
Sorry, I can't remember. Javier? Allen Thomas On Mar 13, 2016 2:37 PM, "Spanky" wrote: > Do I need to remove/drop the exhaust to change the shocks. removing the > lower bolts seems to be impossiable with out doing something to the pipes? > > -- > You receive

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] He went and BOUGHT IT (PICTURES LINKED)

2016-03-12 Thread Allen Thomas
Emgo makes all kinds of replacement signals and mirrors. I'd look at their catalogue. 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

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] marilyn: 2006 nighthawk cb250

2016-03-12 Thread Allen Thomas
Welcome Jennifer. 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+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To po

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Riders / Mechanics in Chicago?

2016-03-10 Thread Allen Thomas
il on me, (snapping a chain at speed can be devastating). But that is an option to buying $100 chain press. Also through Paul's website we have a Google map where you can pin your location and look for other members near by. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are subscri

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Adjust Idle

2016-03-10 Thread Allen Thomas
Clutch adjustment also can make that happen as well. But give lowering the idle a bit and see if it gets better. My 92 liked having a lower idle speed. Allen Thomas On Mar 10, 2016 8:53 AM, "Jim Bolen" wrote: > Hmmm... mine's set to right about 1000-1100 and I always get that

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Adjust Idle

2016-03-08 Thread Allen Thomas
Somebody else will have to post. A pic, but it is a knob in between #2-3 carbs on the bottom by the float bowls. 1100 is a good idle speed. Too high RPMs and it will clunk when you put it in gear from neutral. 900 rpm is fine as long as you don't have stalling issues. Allen Thomas On Mar 8,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Misfire when hot 84 650

2016-03-01 Thread Allen Thomas
Pulse gens are just electro magnets, if they short they just stop working. Has he tried looking at the spark once it gets hot. Motion pro sells a tool for like $10 that lets you check how strong the spark is. I have mine set at 10 mm. If it can jump that gap it will start a bike. Allen Thomas On

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] hesitation at low RPM's, sputtering, stalling out at idle

2016-03-01 Thread Allen Thomas
n the bowls again and go on a long ride with a screwdriver and a rag, and drain them every time it starts to act up. Allen Thomas On Mar 1, 2016 8:33 PM, "Tommy Hill" wrote: > It usually takes a few tanks with Seafoam. Don't give up, yet. Try, try > again. > > -- > Yo

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Tire wear.

2016-03-01 Thread Allen Thomas
Javier yes you have a BT023 but I'm pretty sure it is still a 150. I'm pretty sure the NH uses the same size rear rubber as a ninja 250. Allen Thomas On Mar 1, 2016 12:21 PM, "Javier Garcia" wrote: > I have the BT 023 (I think) on my 750, which is wider, and there no >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Tire wear.

2016-03-01 Thread Allen Thomas
What size rear tire it looks to me either too big and is rubbing the chain or horribly misadjusted, maybe both. The tire is not chopped anywhere else correct? Allen Thomas On Mar 1, 2016 12:10 AM, "Javier Garcia" wrote: > Maybe you are leaning too far! > > On Mon, Feb 29, 20

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Misfire when hot 84 650

2016-02-29 Thread Allen Thomas
your spark. Make sure thee airbox is free of debris and that the filter is clean. Check the carbs float levels. Check compression preferably a leak down test. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!"

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] How to be sure of the compression cycle

2016-02-25 Thread Allen Thomas
Pull the valve cover and look at the action of the valves. 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 nighth

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Air Filter

2016-02-25 Thread Allen Thomas
I haven't had any issues with HiFlo filters. Allen Thomas On Feb 25, 2016 9:01 AM, "David Basinski" wrote: > I just Googled bike model and year. If memory serves me, and it rarely > does any more, there was the oem around $110 and a similar aftermarket K&N > for abo

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: hey guys new to the forum! couple questions to start out with

2016-02-23 Thread Allen Thomas
The trick to tire spoons is to be patient, and keep your cool. They can be frustrating as all get out at first but once you get the hang of it, it isn't bad. Having a buddy and 3 spoons makes the job a ton easier. I don't bother with spooning off old tires, I just take a razor knife and slice the s

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carburetor Tutorials

2016-02-23 Thread Allen Thomas
trace it back to > the location. > > > *Paul LeBoutillier * > *www.hondanighthawks.net <http://www.hondanighthawks.net/>* > Honda Nighthawk Lovers Email group > <https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/nighthawk_lovers> > > On Mon, Feb 22, 2016 at 4:57 PM, All

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carburetor Tutorials

2016-02-22 Thread Allen Thomas
Who's Google drive did you link to? 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+unsubscr...@g

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: '92 nighthawk 750

2016-02-21 Thread Allen Thomas
It is not uncommon for o-rings to shrink when you drain the carbs dry for winter. Give it a day or two and it will stop. Also floats do sometimes stick causing leaking from the overflow tubes. Try using a wooden dowel and a hammer to tap them loose. Allen Thomas On Feb 21, 2016 9:09 PM, "

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Conversion kit for CB1100

2016-02-19 Thread Allen Thomas
Very nice, the colors they used on the old CB bikes look great. 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 nighth

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] meet?

2016-02-18 Thread Allen Thomas
Baltimore On Thu, Feb 18, 2016 at 11:08 AM, 'Ross M. Jamison' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! wrote: > Houston however I'm excal > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Feb 18, 2016, at 9:52 AM, Richard Potter wrote: > > I am in so cal where is everyone else? > > -- > > THIS

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Seat padding Elevation

2016-02-18 Thread Allen Thomas
Most people just get a Corbin seat. Personally, I found them too hard for my taste. But, Javier had his Corbin recovered with a gell pad, and a little firm foam, and it is stellar. That would be my suggestion. Either that or, go to a good upholsterer, and tell them what you want, and butt test it w

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone use handlebar risers?

2016-02-18 Thread Allen Thomas
What you can do is, get a piece of aluminum bar stock, and cut/glue it to the handlebar stops. You will loose a bit of turning radius, but you will only miss that when moving the bike around the garage. My brother did this when he put superbike bars on his 92 NH 750, he used JB Weld, and has had no

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Handlebar Risers Problem

2016-02-17 Thread Allen Thomas
brother did this when he put superbike bars on his 92 NH 750, he used JB Weld and has had no issues for over 3 years now. 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

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Sellerie tank cover from France

2016-02-17 Thread Allen Thomas
it. I made the template out of a manilla folder. It took about a half hour. Allen Thomas On Feb 17, 2016 7:44 PM, "Phil" wrote: > Powerbronze hugger and Cox rad cover. > > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VezgA1fpxTc/VsUTePI_q8I/Atg/B-MLtp5PeX

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] What kind of dremel attachment?

2016-02-17 Thread Allen Thomas
f the cowl. Once you made the two side cuts you could just score the top with a razor knife and snap off the piece you need to remove. Good luck! Allen Thomas On Feb 17, 2016 7:45 PM, "Paul" wrote: > Thanks guys! I will head down to HomeDepot and see what they have. > &

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Spark plugs

2016-02-17 Thread Allen Thomas
I put them in dry as well. 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+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Bike's RPMs float up and down by themselves

2016-02-15 Thread Allen Thomas
I did a bonehead and forgot to install the slide springs once, and it just made the bike not want to rev up. I'd say you have an air leak, but maybe float bowl fuel level? Have you lubricated the cables? What do the plugs say? Allen Thomas On Feb 15, 2016 8:14 PM, "EGrider" wrote

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] New CB250 Owner - looking for help for an oil leak.

2016-02-14 Thread Allen Thomas
/2Y14KPJ801AKPJ4F1500A Allen Thomas On Feb 14, 2016 5:06 PM, "'Ross M. Jamison' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" wrote: > I'll try to get a picture to you > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Feb 14, 2016, at 4:04 PM, Jay McGee wrote: > > Thanks for the info Ross

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello!

2016-02-10 Thread Allen Thomas
2016 at 10:15 AM, Kurt Nolte >> wrote: >> >>> The V&H that was on my 750 when I bought it was rusty through the chrome >>> all over the pipes. Not sure how old it was, though. >>> >>> I'm sure some of this stuff is pretty hit and miss, but I wou

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello!

2016-02-10 Thread Allen Thomas
his stuff is pretty hit and miss, but I wouldn't > personally look at any aftermarket set of pipes as anything other than a > good candidate for a coating from a good shop. > > Kurt > On Feb 10, 2016 9:21 AM, "Allen Thomas" wrote: > >> You should know tha

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello!

2016-02-10 Thread Allen Thomas
You should know that the MACs pipes are not as nice as the Vance & Hines pipes. If you get the painted MACs exhaust expect to repaint them every other year. Also the chrome plating is thin and will rust through fairly easily. The V&H pipes have a nice and thick chrome plating that looks good for ye

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Oil leak

2016-02-08 Thread Allen Thomas
Since I don't know what bike you have, these are common places for a bike to leak on the left side. If the bike is chain drive it could be a leaky seal behind the front sprocket, another common leak point is around the shift rod. Also look at the base of the cylinders for dampness as old bike will

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello!

2016-02-08 Thread Allen Thomas
ng a leaky head gasket. 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+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. T

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Addition to the stable

2016-02-05 Thread Allen Thomas
Kyle, they do stupid stuff when they build scooters, things like using plastic oil pump drive gears and such. I would think since Aprillia is a quality brand they wouldn't cut corners like that but you never know. On Fri, Feb 5, 2016 at 8:33 AM, Kyle Munz wrote: > A friend of mine has an SR50 wh

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Trouble with my 82 Hawk 450 starting

2016-02-04 Thread Allen Thomas
He wouldn't have lights if it was the main fuse. If you use a screw driver to bridge the solenoid posts does the starter crank? Allen Thomas On Feb 4, 2016 11:13 PM, "Javier Garcia" wrote: > If it is not turning at all (so not even trying) I would check the main > fuse fir

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Start up problems for my friends Honda Nighthawk 450 '82.

2016-02-04 Thread Allen Thomas
So to verify what you are saying. You turn on the key and all of the lights come on. You press the starter button and nothing, no clicks or anything. You connected a car battery to your bike's battery and there was no affect. Correct? Allen Thomas -- You received this message because yo

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Waves

2016-02-04 Thread Allen Thomas
9. Going too fast to have time enough to register the movement and respond. Been there done that, Huh Javier? On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 at 3:13 PM, Javier Garcia wrote: > 6. The espresso machine just finished. > > LOL! > > On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 at 3:07 PM, Kyle Munz wrote: > >> I think the GW reasons

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Finally someone doing the Craigslist ad and photos correctly

2016-02-03 Thread Allen Thomas
Runs like corn through a goose! LOL! Basically this guy is saying buy my ragged out street dirtbike. On Wed, Feb 3, 2016 at 2:48 PM, Kyle Munz wrote: > > ​ > > http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/5409418289.html > > There is some language in the ad, but otherwise, enjoy! > > -Kyle > > -- > You

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Addition to the stable

2016-02-03 Thread Allen Thomas
Maybe since it is a Honda it won't be this way, but the only scooter I rode scared the heck out of me because it was so unstable. That and having my knees jammed up in the steering didn't help, apparently I'm too tall for one. On Wed, Feb 3, 2016 at 9:07 AM, Paul wrote: > Yesterday my wife and I

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone want to take a stab at how I should wire these horns?

2016-02-02 Thread Allen Thomas
See if I lived there I'd get a busa and be a menace to society (and die young leaving a grease smear for a corpse). Allen Thomas On Feb 2, 2016 10:29 PM, "Kyle Munz" wrote: > Same here, everything but the overpasses are perfectly flat and most of > the roads are arrow

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: A few pictures from this past weekend's bike show

2016-02-02 Thread Allen Thomas
Wise woman. Allen Thomas On Feb 2, 2016 9:49 PM, "EGrider" wrote: > My mother used to say, "Too soon we get old. Too late we get smart." > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!&

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Trouble with the horn on my 550

2016-02-02 Thread Allen Thomas
People just can't keep the carbs clean or give it a detail cleaning huh? Had to send it back to the master. Allen Thomas On Feb 2, 2016 8:24 PM, "Graham Rogers" wrote: > By the way Allen. I bought a 550 today and it turns out it's one I had 5 > years ago > > On

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] A few pictures from this past weekend's bike show

2016-02-02 Thread Allen Thomas
I'd love to have that BSA. Back when I was as 17 I had the opportunity to buy a pair of them for $500. If only I knew then what I know now. Allen Thomas On Feb 2, 2016 2:58 PM, "Paul" wrote: > Cool pictures!! Thanks for sharing :) > > > *Paul LeBoutillier * >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone want to take a stab at how I should wire these horns?

2016-02-02 Thread Allen Thomas
That is why GA would even be considered. I'm spoiled by the rolling hills here in MD, PA, and WV. I think if I lived somewhere as flat as Florida I'd quit riding. Allen Thomas On Feb 2, 2016 10:56 AM, "EGrider" wrote: > Pretty much the opposite here. Those mountains o

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Trouble with the horn on my 550

2016-02-02 Thread Allen Thomas
Someone on here has a 550, hopefully they will snap a quick photo for you. I think Graham sold his. 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 emai

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Anyone want to take a stab at how I should wire these horns?

2016-02-01 Thread Allen Thomas
Im not sure I can handle those GA summers though. I know, I just need to figure out how to get rich, then I can have a winter home down there. On Mon, Feb 1, 2016 at 10:51 AM, Glenn Evanish wrote: > Georgia welcomes you. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone want to take a stab at how I should wire these horns?

2016-02-01 Thread Allen Thomas
I wish I could get in a 100 mile ride. Since I didn't get in hardly any riding this last fall, it is taking its toll on my older than it should be body. Riding a MC has fixed my bad neck, and shoulder, and keeps me generally feeling better than I would otherwise. So here I am with a stiff neck, and

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Anyone want to take a stab at how I should wire these horns?

2016-01-31 Thread Allen Thomas
The point of the relay is so that you don't fry your wiring harness, as the new horns draw a ton of amps. So hook it up like they tell you to. Allen Thomas On Jan 31, 2016 12:50 PM, "Kyle Munz" wrote: > The point of the relay assumes that you are powering these horns dir

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: hey guys new to the forum! couple questions to start out with

2016-01-28 Thread Allen Thomas
On these large sidewall tires it is fairly easy to spoon them on yourself. That is what I do and save the $. Allen Thomas On Jan 28, 2016 8:19 PM, "Tommy Hill" wrote: > But I really did! > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: hey guys new to the forum! couple questions to start out with

2016-01-28 Thread Allen Thomas
+1 on replacing the valve stems, I have had 2 of them tear before i wised up and started replacing them with each tire change. Allen Thomas On Jan 28, 2016 1:17 PM, "EGrider" wrote: > $125 is a lot of money. I can usually get my tires changed for around $40 > each, sometime

[Nighthawk Lovers] 700S colorized Wiring Diagram

2016-01-27 Thread Allen Thomas
I used the one from the service manual to make this in Visio. Since I don't have a 700S i can't verify this is correct, there were two connections that appear to have changed wire colors I labeled them with a ?. Here is the pdf version it is in a huge paper size and can be printed on a plotter. ht

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] side rear stand :-)

2016-01-27 Thread Allen Thomas
1 AM UTC-8, Allen wrote: >> >> Oh I wouldn't pay $500 for the stand I posted to I just thought it was a >> neat idea. >> >> Allen Thomas >> On Jan 17, 2016 12:13 AM, "Phil" wrote: >> >>> Allen, >>> >>> Yes, if you ca

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Cold Start Problem

2016-01-27 Thread Allen Thomas
First of all what is "cold" having it catch on one or two cylinders at first is normal when your talking 40 or colder. Now normally on that model you need full choke and do not touch the throttle to get them to cold start at least if it is colder than about 65. So I would check to ensure there are

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] hey guys new to the forum! couple questions to start out with

2016-01-27 Thread Allen Thomas
-Zach, as previously suggested you can try snugging up the valve cover bolts. but what I would do is take the cover off. clean the gasket and check for cracks if it looks good then I would use a TINY bit of black permatex Silicon sealant and use it to "glue" the gasket to the valve cover then tempo

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Curious what you would do...

2016-01-27 Thread Allen Thomas
The suggestions to get a tap and chase the threads, as well as get a set of harbor freight allen sockets are what I would do. The sockets come in handy, I use them all the time and the largest one in the set works for pulling the fork caps on your 750. On Tue, Jan 26, 2016 at 11:29 AM, wrote: >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CB1100

2016-01-25 Thread Allen Thomas
Yes the CBR uses a 17 " wheel, that is why it is such a pain to put an air Chuck to it. Allen Thomas On Jan 22, 2016 4:40 PM, "Javier Garcia" wrote: > That's funny. I would have guessed that Jason's cbr has a larger rotor > than the NH 750, is the wheel smaller?

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CB1100

2016-01-22 Thread Allen Thomas
That is rotor diameter. Allen Thomas On Jan 22, 2016 1:16 PM, "birddog...@gmail.com" wrote: > Size matters when it comes to contact. The specs are rotor or contact > surface area with the piston? > > Sent from my HTC > > - Reply message - > From: &

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CB1100

2016-01-22 Thread Allen Thomas
The 90's CB750 Nighthawk has the largest rotor I have seen. It is 320mm, for comparison the CBR 929,954, and 1000RR use dual 310mm rotors, and just about everything else uses a 297mm. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Rear rack maker

2016-01-18 Thread Allen Thomas
Looks good. On Mon, Jan 18, 2016 at 2:55 PM, EGrider wrote: > Forgot the pic! > > -- > 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 nighthaw

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: chain maintenance

2016-01-18 Thread Allen Thomas
+1 A high quality chain is definitely worth it, especially if you load up your bike or ride 2 up. After having a shaft drive bike, I find I sometimes forget to check the chain before going for a ride, and have come home with a really dry chain a couple of times.

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: My Newfound Love

2016-01-18 Thread Allen Thomas
Welcome to the group! I really like the 650, just don't make the mistake of trading it in to get something bigger/faster, as you will probably regret it. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!&

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] side rear stand :-)

2016-01-17 Thread Allen Thomas
Oh I wouldn't pay $500 for the stand I posted to I just thought it was a neat idea. Allen Thomas On Jan 17, 2016 12:13 AM, "Phil" wrote: > Allen, > > Yes, if you can fit it in your garage, your's would be nice. The side-rear > stand is the optimal space saver

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CB1100

2016-01-17 Thread Allen Thomas
enough you can actually slide the rear from shifting all the weight off of it. Especially if you haven't put in heavier fork springs. Allen Thomas On Jan 16, 2016 4:42 PM, "Joey Kelley" wrote: > A better question would be - why would you want to bother with disk brake > rear

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Tank Filter- Sprockets, Plugs and Filter

2016-01-17 Thread Allen Thomas
plug valleys before pulling plugs. Enjoy your new ride they are great reliable, fun bikes. And welcome to the group. Allen Thomas On Jan 16, 2016 3:14 PM, "David Basinski" wrote: > Working on my winter list of things to do on a new to me, used 2003 with > low mileage. > > Re

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Gas gauge and shift indicator not working

2016-01-15 Thread Allen Thomas
It could be like Graham says and it is an issue with the neutral switch, along with an issue with the fuel sender in the tank. Also these bikes have a weak fuse box that tends to get smoked, which can also cause issues like this. On Fri, Jan 15, 2016 at 8:44 AM, Kyle Munz wrote: > I took pictur

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] side rear stand :-)

2016-01-14 Thread Allen Thomas
Check this one out, it is a center lift with wheels. http://www.bursigusa.com/ This email has been sent from a virus-free computer protected by Avast. www.avast.com

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: [CB450SC] Ignition Coils

2016-01-13 Thread Allen Thomas
I assume you are saying I am telling him BS.. Anyway after looking up the part number (30530-447-003) on servicehonda.com here are the models that used that coil. CB450SCA (82) MOTORCYCLE, JPN, VIN# JH2PC054-CM15 TO JH2PC054-CM019266 CB450SCA (83) MOTORCYCLE, JPN, VIN# JH2PC054-DM11 TO J

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] [CB450SC] Ignition Coils

2016-01-11 Thread Allen Thomas
Basically any 3 Ohm Honda coil will work fine. This email has been sent from a virus-free computer protected by Avast. www.avast.com

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Two motorcycle pictures from over the pond

2016-01-07 Thread Allen Thomas
$35 free shipping on Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/BikeMaster-Hand-Mitts-size-Black/dp/B008VB1A5E This email has been sent from a virus-free computer protected by Avast. www.avast.com

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Replacement Plug Wires?

2016-01-04 Thread Allen Thomas
has been trouble free for 2 years now with this setup. https://goo.gl/photos/AGGv4gRad1MABocR6 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 fro

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Replacement Plug Wires?

2016-01-04 Thread Allen Thomas
I just run the NGK plugs recommend for the bike. There is no appreciable cost difference between brands so I just stick to OEM. Allen Thomas On Jan 4, 2016 9:45 PM, "'Ross M. Jamison' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" wrote: > Allen, > > Great, thank you for the in

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Replacement Plug Wires?

2016-01-04 Thread Allen Thomas
in the retaining cap to the coil. Then just route your wires, cut them and screw on the new resistor caps. It takes like 15 minutes to switch out the wires. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!"

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Ross Jamison wants you to see this item at Amazon.com

2016-01-03 Thread Allen Thomas
Those are car wires. Motorcycle wires use resistor caps, should be 5 Ohm. Those wires don't have any resistance and will burn up your coils. Allen Thomas On Jan 3, 2016 5:00 PM, "'RMJ' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" < nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com> wrote:

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: [vfr-list] MCN SUBSCRIPTION

2015-12-30 Thread Allen Thomas
Forwarded from the VFR list. $5 for a year subscription to MCN. Allen Thomas On Dec 30, 2015 9:38 AM, wrote: > > BELOW IS ONE HELL OF A DEAL > > http://www.amazon.com/Motorcycle-Consumer-News/dp/B000UEI4JU?tag=slicinc-20&ascsubtag=8ea67d44aa7c11e59576da716

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