[Nighthawk Lovers] Stem Bolt Size for a 1991 Nighthawk 750

2020-05-20 Thread Brian
Hi Guys, I need to loosen my stem bolt so I can try and get my steering back inline after a lay down. Does anyone know what the size, MM, is of the stem bolt. I need to buy a socket to fit it and I want to get the correct size. Thanks for the help, Brian -- You received this message

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 91' Nighthawk 750 Neutral Indicator Not Working Properly

2020-05-20 Thread Brian
I found the part, it's part number is: 35759-MW3-671 CB750A NIGHTHAWK 750 OEM NEUTRAL SWITCH SENSOR This worked like a great! Thanks guys for the help!! Brian On Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at 12:50:30 AM UTC-5, Brian wrote: > > Hi Guys, > > My neutral light started giving me iss

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 91' Nighthawk 750 Neutral Indicator Not Working Properly

2020-04-26 Thread Brian
OK, so I bought the wrong thing. Do you have any idea what the part # is for the neutral indicator switch? And a link to show me were it is. I've googled and googled but I can't find what you are referring to. Thanks!!! BC On Sunday, April 26, 2020 at 6:03:38 PM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: > > T

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 91' Nighthawk 750 Neutral Indicator Not Working Properly

2020-04-26 Thread Brian
Ok, so this switch is connected to the kickstand and the gearbox? Brian On Sunday, April 26, 2020 at 4:28:12 PM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: > > They are one and the same. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 91' Nighthawk 750 Neutral Indicator Not Working Properly

2020-04-26 Thread Brian Collett
I'll give it a try, just ordered a neutral indicator switch, we'll see if that works. Does anyone know where's the switch is that determines if the bike is in neutral? Brian On Sun, Apr 26, 2020 at 7:19 AM EGrider wrote: > I had the situation where my bike would start up

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 91' Nighthawk 750 Neutral Indicator Not Working Properly

2020-04-25 Thread Brian
The only way I get it started is to press the start button and then shift the back out of neutral and back in. When I shift it into neutral with the starter button pushed the starter catches. if it doesn't stay going I have to shift it out of neutral and try again. Thanks for the h

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 91' Nighthawk 750 Neutral Indicator Not Working Properly

2019-06-21 Thread Brian Collett
It goes into neutral just fine, it just won’t start. Sincerely, Brian Cell: 573-680-6911 > On Jun 18, 2019, at 6:48 AM, Graham Rogers wrote: > > Is it just the light or you’re actually having a hard time finding neutral? > Forget the light, are you having trouble getting

[Nighthawk Lovers] 91' Nighthawk 750 Neutral Indicator Not Working Properly

2019-06-17 Thread Brian
? Thanks for the help in advance!! Brian -- 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

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: no spark 700

2018-06-05 Thread Brian Lindsley
Pulse generator ohms reading 353 and 345. Book shows 330 +- 10%. So pulse generator should be good. CDI came off a running bike. Still perplexed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: no spark 700

2018-06-05 Thread Brian Lindsley
Thank you I will check -- 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 group, send

[Nighthawk Lovers] no spark 700

2018-06-05 Thread Brian Lindsley
This was a running bike that blew smoke. I have replaced rings, rebuilt the head. Before the work it had spark in all 4. I don't think the pulse generator went bad but will check. The CDI aka spark unit and coils are off of a working bike. What really perplexes me is that I only have spark in nu

[Nighthawk Lovers] no spark 700

2018-06-05 Thread 'brian lindsley' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!
Hi I have been rebuilding my 85 700 for a while with one set back after another but have it all back together and wont start. I only have spark in number 4 cyl. I have changed out the spark unit the coils and plug wires with no change still no spark except for number 4 when checked with a timin

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Engine swap info search...

2018-03-27 Thread 'brian lindsley' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!
I have done 6 or 7 engine swaps on the nighthawk 700 should be almost the same. If nothing has been taken apart on the new engine than the hydraulics will be fine . If you are not sure than maybe I can be of help I live in the couve. you can text me at 360.450.1568. and let me know you are a n

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Fuel Petcock Leak - CB700SC Nighthawk S - Need Advice!

2018-03-27 Thread 'brian lindsley' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!
hope that you get the tapping done without any troubles. I had the same issue and was unsuccesful twice. I ordered a brand new one from https://en.impex-jp.com/ you just need to know the part number. I just did a quick search and the part needed is just the main petcock body part number 16951-M

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Fuel Petcock Leak - CB700SC Nighthawk S - Need Advice!

2018-03-27 Thread 'brian lindsley' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!
I I hope that you get the tapping done without any troubles. I had the same issue and was unsuccesful twice. I ordered a brand new one from https://en.impex-jp.com/ you just need to know the part number. I just did a quick search and the part needed is just the main petcock body part number 16

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Windshield for my 91 Nighthawk 750

2017-09-08 Thread Brian Collett
Hi Sean, http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/29101/i/slip-streamer-spitfire-windshield is this the one you're talking about? If so and yours is clear I'll take it. Send me a note to workout the details. bcoll...@yahoo.com Brian On Fri, Sep 8, 2017 at 2:42 PM, 'Hawaii Sean

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Windshield for my 91 Nighthawk 750

2017-09-07 Thread Brian Collett
There's not one for the Nighthawk Sincerely, Brian On Sep 7, 2017, at 7:53 AM, Richard Potter wrote: Laminarlip.com I think they have a lip that fits All the gear all the time J From: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com [mailto:nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

[Nighthawk Lovers] Windshield for my 91 Nighthawk 750

2017-09-06 Thread Brian Collett
le. I thought that I had read that Paul likes a particular brandPaul? Thanks for the recommendations. Brian 91 Nighthawk 750 01 ST1100 07 VTX 1300 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe f

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1992 honda nighthawk cb250 5th gear knocking

2017-08-30 Thread Brian Stelly
Thanks man... -- 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 group, send email to

[Nighthawk Lovers] unfindable parts

2017-07-04 Thread 'brian lindsley' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!
found them as I needed new valves (complete set) they had them. And they had a new petcock as mine was leaking. Hope this helps keep more oldnighthawks on the road. Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group.

[Nighthawk Lovers] 1992 honda nighthawk cb250 5th gear knocking

2017-06-14 Thread Brian Stelly
Guy's I'm new to the motorcycle scene. I'm building/ restoring a 1992 cb250 nighthawk. Got her running, and safe to ride, I'm still learning. Loving the two wheels!! I rebuilt clutch basket and have a knock only in 5th gear. I can not tell if knock is from heads or transmission. Any suggestions

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 1985 Honda Nighthawk 650

2016-09-15 Thread Brian Collett
Do you remember how much you sold it for? And what are you paying? Sincerely, Brian On Sep 10, 2016, at 11:21 PM, Paul wrote: NO STINKIN' WAY That is flat out AMAZING! :) Paul LeBoutillier www.hondanighthawks.net Honda Nighthawk Lovers Email group > On Sat, Sep 10, 2016 at

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Center Stand

2016-08-25 Thread Brian Collett
pie to put on the center-stand. This might be the secret Sincerely, Brian On Aug 25, 2016, at 5:30 PM, Kyle Munz wrote: Just keep the bike centered, push down the center stand until both feet touch the ground, then with your right hand grab the rail under the seat and lift up while

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Allen Thomas

2016-04-24 Thread Brian Collett
Very saddened by Allen's passing. Happily/proudly donate to some-sort of Nighthawk Memorial in his honor. His family should know how much he meant to us on the group. Javier could you/would you organize something like this since you are closer? Heavy Hearted, Brian On Apr 24, 2016,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Adjust Idle

2016-03-08 Thread Brian Collett
Thanks Allen, Is it a black knob to be turned by hand? Brian On Tue, Mar 8, 2016 at 7:53 PM, Allen Thomas wrote: > 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 w

[Nighthawk Lovers] Adjust Idle

2016-03-08 Thread Brian
ment knob/screw that I need to adjust? Is it a knob or a screw? I know it's between the carburetors but it would be nice to see a color photo pointing to it. Thanks for the help. This group is like having a good friend that knows everything there is to know about my motorcycle. Brian -

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Turn signal stem replacement

2015-09-02 Thread Brian Collett
http://m.ebay.com/itm/2X-Front-Turn-Signal-Indicator-Blinkers-for-91-03-Honda-Nighthawk-CB750-CB-750-/171184026654?txnId=1430024923007 Just get these last week. It took 10 days, but it looks and works great. Good price. Sincerely, Brian Office 573-632-6353 Cell 573-680-6911 > On Sep 2, 2

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1991 CB750 choke question

2015-08-24 Thread Brian Collett
I live in the middle of Missouri and I need the choke for the first 3 to 5 minutes for both my 91 nighthawk and the 2001 ST1100. A little less time for the ST1100. Your nighthawk must be tune to perfection! Lucky!! Sincerely, Brian Office 573-632-6353 Cell 573-680-6911 > On Aug 24, 2

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Neutral Light Issue When Hot

2015-08-09 Thread Brian Collett
Thanks! Sincerely, Brian > On Aug 9, 2015, at 7:58 AM, Allen Thomas wrote: > > Forgot the link. > > http://www.partsfish.com/oemparts/a/hon/506c433af870023420a34133/wire-harness > > Allen Thomas > >> On Aug 9, 2015 8:58 AM, "Allen Thomas" wrote:

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Neutral Light Issue When Hot

2015-08-07 Thread Brian Collett
Sounds right. Do you know which diode on the harness? Brian On Fri, Aug 7, 2015 at 7:56 PM, Allen Thomas wrote: > That sounds like the diode. > > Allen Thomas > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Nighthawk Motor

[Nighthawk Lovers] Neutral Light Issue When Hot

2015-08-07 Thread Brian Collett
t in and out of neutral a several times the light will finally stay green and start. This happened to me before about 5 years ago and I replaced a little square sensor on the electrical harness under the seat and it fixed the problem. Do any of you guys know what sensor (part number) that I replaced?

[Nighthawk Lovers] stuck in top gear

2015-05-15 Thread brian lewis
hi all new to group, i live in ireland and ride a 1995 cb 750 its stuck in fifth gear at the moment, i was told to take off the cover where the front sprocket is then take off another cover under thatto have a look to see is anything loose or broken, does anyone know does that cover come off wit

[Nighthawk Lovers] my 1995 750 stuck in top gear was riding ok yesterday any ideas

2015-05-04 Thread brian lewis
750 nighthawk got jammed in one gear, think its top, it will pull away inthat gear but wont change to any other oneclutch seems fine, help -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk of Gold lol!

2015-03-19 Thread Brian Collett
You know what this is, his wife told him to sell the motorcycle. Now he can say it's on Craigslist, but he's not getting any offers. :) Sincerely, Brian > On Mar 19, 2015, at 10:14 AM, Javier Garcia wrote: > > Also, bent lever brake! I wonder if he meant $900... > &

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 750 with pinstriping.

2015-02-19 Thread Brian Collett
Nice look! Was it hard? Sincerely, Brian > On Feb 19, 2015, at 8:46 AM, Jim Bolen wrote: > > So I got a bug up my butt and thought a pinstripe down the center would look > good. Did it last night, and I gotta say, I think it looks really good! > > This is where I orde

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 2003 Nighthawk

2014-10-01 Thread Brian Collett
I love my 2001 st1100 and I'm a 30" inseam on a good day. I'm guessing the newer st1300 is even better. Sincerely, Brian Office 573-632-6353 Cell 573-680-6911 > On Oct 1, 2014, at 1:45 PM, EGrider wrote: > > I'm 60 and staring full retirement (actually, I don&

[Nighthawk Lovers] 84-86 front turn stays

2013-09-12 Thread Brian Lindsley
Here is a guy selling after market front stays (stems) for $50 for both left and right. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Honda-CB700SC-NightHawk-Front-turn-signal-Fork-Mounts-Set-of-Two-/171123264930?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3AHonda&hash=item27d7bdcda2&vxp=mtr Happy parts hunting --

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 2002 Honda Shadow ACE?

2013-07-06 Thread Brian Collett
Thanks for the post guys. After reading these post I think I'll let this one pass and look for a Shadow 1100. I do like the shaft drive on the ST1100. Thanks again! Sincerely, Brian Office: 573-632-6353 Cell: 573-680-6911 On Jul 6, 2013, at 9:54 PM, surfswab wrote: > Brian -

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 2002 Honda Shadow ACE?

2013-07-06 Thread Brian K. Collett, CFA
It is a little bit of a "fit in with the Harley group", for $2,500. Is that bad thing? Sincerely, Brian On Jul 6, 2013, at 9:02 PM, nighthawkin wrote: > to each his own but there not much more than Harley lookin scooters. with and > st you cant ask for more! > > &g

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 2002 Honda Shadow ACE?

2013-07-06 Thread Brian K. Collett, CFA
I have not ridden it, I just think they look. And I thought the cruisers are for short trips. Is the Shadow ACE a bad pick for a cruiser? Sincerely, Brian On Jul 6, 2013, at 8:02 PM, "Allen Thomas" wrote: > Have you ridden a 750 shadow? Personally I'd keep the Nig

[Nighthawk Lovers] 2002 Honda Shadow ACE?

2013-07-06 Thread Brian
asking and I'm wondering. I think I can get the 2002 Shadow ACE for $2,500. Which I think is a really good deal. What do you guys think? Perplexed Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubs

[Nighthawk Lovers] Tech question revisited. and resloved

2013-07-05 Thread Brian Lindsley
it stopped all at once and this time it went out intermittently. I did clean out the kill switch with contact cleaner. Thank you again for all the help Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To u

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S - parts wanted!

2013-06-19 Thread Brian Lindsley
. Actualy thinking about it the ones for $50 on ebay are in just a little better shape than mine. if you want picks send me a direct email and I will send them out. bkl64...@yahoo.com Don't the 650 parts fit right on the 700? Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Tec question

2013-06-14 Thread Brian Lindsley
So I road it again to day and the problem is getting worse because as I think back it happened on a ride I took about 2 months ago then no problems. today though when it lost power it would not start right back up. I was doing about 20mph tried to pop it while still moving (it worked in the past)

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone see the MINT 700-S that was listed on Ebay(wed) in Tallamdge Ohio?

2013-06-14 Thread Brian Lindsley
I saw this mint one but not on ebay http://corvallis.craigslist.org/mcy/3833094019.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 to nightha

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Tec question

2013-06-14 Thread Brian Lindsley
Oops for got about the cup filter when talking to you but i did check it 2 weeks ago as well but will check again and if it is the coil I know that they are not made OEM any more any suggestions on new. Thanks again -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "N

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Tec question

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Lindsley
I just made a ride and the bike ran fine for a while than all of a sudden it acted like as if it lost power to half of the engine so I started to get to the side of the freeway I was on and then the power came back. i was going 60 and when I lost power it was like I de- throttled and put on the b

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Nighthawk S carb rebuild

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Lindsley
I agree with Allen the job is very easy once you get the carb.s off the bike I did it and it was the very first bike I had ever owned or ridden. If you do not have a repair book I suggest getting one. you can search you tube and see how to do the job if that helps too. have fun and ride with in

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Tec question

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Lindsley
Thank you for the fast responces I do appreaciate 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 email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.c

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Tec question

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Lindsley
in the tank? > On Jun 13, 2013 2:21 PM, "Brian Lindsley" > > wrote: > >> Hi all I have an 85 CB700SC and this weird thing happened to me. I was >> riding and it started to rain (don't know if it matters) and just a few >> min.s later just before I got

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Tec question

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Lindsley
previous days while on reserve, you might have > picked up some dirt from the bottom of the tank. > > > On Thu, Jun 13, 2013 at 2:18 PM, Brian Lindsley > > > wrote: > >> Hi all I have an 85 CB700SC and this weird thing happened to me. I was >> riding and it s

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Odd stuff carried on a bike

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Lindsley
The oddest thing I have seen carried was a LADDER carried by 2 motorcycles. Or was it the guy who had his wife and 2 kids Or the guy who had a plastic 2 lawn chairs and a milk crate full of stuff on the front tire stuffed full plus a large ToyRus size bag hangging from the front -- You recei

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Tec question

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Lindsley
Haven't gone ridding today to know as this happened last night On Thursday, June 13, 2013 11:23:10 AM UTC-7, Kyle Munz wrote: > > Is it behaving better after drying out? Is your airfilter clean? > > > -Kyle > > > On Thu, Jun 13, 2013 at 1:18 PM, Brian Lindsley >

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: tire options for 1991 CB750

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Lindsley
I really like Shinko's brand of tires my last set I got 13,000 miles out of with out a single problem the front was even put on backwards (I was new to riding and that will never happen again) If you are conserned about the Shinko name it is made by Toyo tire company it is their motorcycle line

[Nighthawk Lovers] Tec question

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Lindsley
mile) what could of gone wrong. I just took an 130 mile ride the day before and got 51MPG. Oh and I do ride in the rain a lot because I live in Vancouver Wa. The tank is full so not out of gas and the petcock is on reserve. Thank you for any and all help Brian -- You received this message be

[Nighthawk Lovers] new tabs for your side cover

2013-05-24 Thread brian lindsley
I saw these new tabs on ebay and was curious if anyone had tried these and or had any thoughts about them. http://www.ebay.com/itm/171038657756?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lo

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Yikes!!! I sold my motorcycle!!!!

2013-05-02 Thread Brian K. Collett, CFA
So what are you going to do on a beautiful Saturday afternoon? Play golf? Not quite the same...you need to find a new bike ASAP!!! Might want to borrow someone's extra just in case! Sincerely, Brian On May 1, 2013, at 11:34 PM, Paul wrote: > I had been toying with selling my mo

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Centerstand stability...how to.

2013-04-20 Thread Brian Collett
ht up there with no issues. So if anyone's having issues with the centerstand I would check the tire size. Sincerely, Brian On Apr 20, 2013, at 4:11 PM, Javier Garcia wrote: > This is how I do it on my 96 NH750. But I have to add that this doesn't quite > exactly work on all bi

[Nighthawk Lovers] windshield

2013-04-19 Thread Brian Lindsley
Here is a Nighthawk 91-03 windshield for sale $90. I don't know if the guy will ship http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/mcy/3732508935.html -- 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] ADMIN: Prayer and Donations for Graham Rogers and Family

2013-04-19 Thread Brian Collett
Done!! Sincerely, Brian On Apr 19, 2013, at 8:19 PM, Paul LeBoutillier wrote: > Hello Nighthawk Lovers! (Please make sure your email reader is set to show > images.) > > I'm sure several of you read the thread "Honda ST1300" where our good friend > Graham Ro

[Nighthawk Lovers] Very nice 2008 250 for sale

2013-03-16 Thread Brian Lindsley
only 391 miles on her. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/mcd/3652872036.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 to nighthawk_lovers+un

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Head light switch

2013-02-13 Thread brian lindsley
ce of the switch it does not have enough room for sand paper even. Surfswab sounds like I need to give Caig Deoxit a try. The resuch I did on this product seems promising. If you have any other sugestions please do not keep them to yourself. Safe riding Brian -- You received this message becaus

[Nighthawk Lovers] Head light switch

2013-02-12 Thread brian lindsley
. Any help as always is greatly appreciated Thank you Brian -- 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: CDI question

2012-11-18 Thread brian lindsley
I know that the book shows that the way to check your cdi is to check your timing if it is off then it is bad. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CDI question

2012-11-17 Thread brian lindsley
I had the #1 cyclender stop putting out spark. Went through the check list thats in the shop manuel check coil check wires ect... I had a used cdi and put it on the bike now it runs fine but I don't trust it because it too is oem stock from 84 out of a parts bike. The manual does not show a way

[Nighthawk Lovers] CDI question

2012-11-16 Thread brian lindsley
does anyone know of a cheaper price on a new CDI for the 85 nighthawk 700 than what these guys have it for? http://www.cheapcycleparts.com/model_years/316-honda-1985-nighthawk-s-cb700sc/assemblies/4987-battery thank you in advance -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Seats

2012-11-16 Thread brian lindsley
Ioo have an airhawk and love it. It did take a little geting used to and some playing with how much air to have in it so that it was comfortable and not springy or too flat though. On Nov 16, 10:19 am, "Ross M. Jamison" wrote: > Hi, > > I was up in Des Moines, IA and Kansas City, KS earlier this

[Nighthawk Lovers] where to get a new cdi for a 700

2012-11-16 Thread brian lindsley
Hi, I was wondering if anyone knows where to get a new cdi unit for the 85 700. I have looked at several parts stores and have not found anything yet. I will keep looking to but any help is a big help. Thank you -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nigh

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: clutch air leak?

2012-11-07 Thread brian lindsley
Hi kyle, Thanks for that bit of encouragement. What do you think of back bleeding the system? here is one example http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBk00597EyE -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, s

[Nighthawk Lovers] clutch air leak?

2012-11-07 Thread brian lindsley
Hi I think I have a air leak in my clutch system. I have put a comlete pint and a half through (about 12 resavors full) the clutch system and I am still getting air bubbles every time I open the valve to bleed. How can I find where the leak is at? When I pump up the clutch I can shift gears but if

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Electical Question

2012-10-18 Thread brian lindsley
Allen Thank you I have not looked at any other coils because I have a couple of spares around from parts bikes that people wer going to turn into bobbers but lost intrest and didnt have a title. Brian On Oct 18, 5:57 am, "Allen Thomas" wrote: > That depends on if your going OEM o

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Electical Question

2012-10-18 Thread brian lindsley
Kyle I know the coil is dead because thier is not spark in cyclende 1 and 4. I did forget to tell you that it is an 84 700 with 71000+ miles with what looks like the origanal coils. Thank you to all the rest of you for your thoughts on this subject. Brian On Oct 18, 4:41 am, Kyle Munz wrote

[Nighthawk Lovers] Electical Question

2012-10-18 Thread brian lindsley
t bad? Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: colour code '84 NH 700sc

2012-09-29 Thread brian lindsley
is on the frame under the right side cover On Sep 27, 12:49 pm, Eelco wrote: > Hello everybody. My name is Eelco from the Netherlands, have abovementioned > bike since beginning of this year. Its in great condition. > Someone crashed into me recently and thus laid my bike sideways. Need to > get

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Replace fork oil seals and dust seals on CB750SC Nighthawk S 1984

2012-09-26 Thread brian lindsley
don't like to get your hands dirty than it is a fair price as it shouldnt take a shop more than 2 or 3 hours. Good luck and have run if you decide to do it yourself. Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!&quo

[Nighthawk Lovers] Spark Plug Cross Referance Chart

2012-09-24 Thread brian lindsley
another great link http://www.gadgetjq.com/spark_plug_cross_reference_motorcycle.htm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from thi

[Nighthawk Lovers] Oil Filter Cross Referance Chart

2012-09-24 Thread brian lindsley
Great link to find almost any motorcycles oil filter that is not OEM. http://motorcycleinfo.calsci.com/FilterXRef.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googleg

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Gas Mileage

2012-09-09 Thread brian lindsley
On my 85 700 I get 49mpg on the freeway 70mph and on back roads up to 65mpg at ave speed of 45mph. city driving I get 42mpg stop and go ave speed of 25mph -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, se

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Check out the 700 in the Portland Oregon area

2012-09-05 Thread brian lindsley
I have seen that motorcycle for sale many times on craigs list and the price keeps going up. At first it needed the seat recovered and the pitcher showed a seat that would not go with the bike. The motor had a broken starter chain ( his words). Than he got a replacment motor and you could replace

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: changing brake fluid?

2012-08-23 Thread brian lindsley
My book for the 700 nighthawk says to do it every two years or 24,000Miles. hope this helps -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe f

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: oil leak

2012-08-17 Thread brian lindsley
it is a 750 it is a Canadian modle and I am doing my best guess as I do not have a book on the Canadian model. Good luck Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighth

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: gear indicator and neutral light not working

2012-08-17 Thread brian lindsley
I know that the 84-86 nighthawk 700 all have the same engine. don't know if other years even had a gear indacator. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroup

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: gear indicator and neutral light not working

2012-08-17 Thread brian lindsley
I know tha t the -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CB 750 SC.....Gear shift indicator & Neutral lights...oil leak and fork pressure

2012-08-16 Thread brian lindsley
tork for the oil pipe blolts are: 7mm bolt 10-14 N.m (1.0-1.4 kg-m,7-10 ft-lb) 8mm bolt 12-16 N.m (1.2-1.6 kg-m, 9-12 ft-lb) 10mm bolt 16-20 N.m (1.6-2.0 kg-m,12-16 ft-lb) Hope this helps Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motor

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: overheating?

2012-08-16 Thread brian lindsley
Octane affects the flash point of gasoline, period. The flash point is the point at which the vapors from the fuel will ignite by means of heat, instead of spark. It's also known as 'dieseling'. Just to help clarify some terms also: Pre-ignition, detonation, pinging, are not interchangable terms

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CB 750 SC.....Gear shift indicator & Neutral lights...oil leak and fork pressure

2012-08-14 Thread brian lindsley
Need more info what type of bike year model? On the fork pressure a bicycle pump works best. you DO NOT wont to use a compreser i is to strong and can blow out the seals. On Aug 14, 10:49 pm, Shane Townsend wrote: > Hi fellow Nighthawk lovers.my indicator light for neutral is not > working..

[Nighthawk Lovers] o wats the secret

2012-08-14 Thread brian lindsley
Hi I am till workingon my brothers 84 shadow vt700 and I am putting the gearshift spindle back in but I am having trouble lining it up with the gearshift lever. Does anyone have a secret for doing this?? thanks for all the help that I get ev \ery time I post -- You received this message bec

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: honda shadow 700 repair help!!!!

2012-08-12 Thread brian lindsley
> Here is an update. I have gottrn the shaadow to run. The problem was that > when I cleaned and reoiled the air filter I put to much oil on it. but what > was so perplexing is that I did this before I started the work on the > transmission. So, I guess that the oil must of setteled in the mai

[Nighthawk Lovers] honda shadow 700 repair help!!!!

2012-07-30 Thread brian lindsley
appreicated Thank you Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/nighthawk_lovers/-/R4AMTUe8MY8J. To post to this group, sen

[Nighthawk Lovers] here is a great looking 2003

2012-07-18 Thread brian lindsley
To bad the price is more than I can afford right now. A thing of bueaty. http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/mcy/3147714603.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_love

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] ST1100 bogs down at 6,000 RPM

2012-07-08 Thread Brian Collett
ideas? Sincerely, Brian On Jun 26, 2012, at 9:01 AM, "Allen Thomas" wrote: > Is my understanding correct that you did this test with the bike stationary, > and not under riding load? I was trying to determine if you were having a > fuel delivery issue. The bike will consume gr

[Nighthawk Lovers] Pre 2000 Vulcan recall

2012-07-03 Thread brian lindsley
Anyone thinking about buying a used Vulcan should read this : Before buying a pre 2000 Vulcan know that they had a recall because they have plastic oil gears, and are known to go out at around 25,000 miles. Years 2000 and newer are exempt. So, ask before you buy, for a repair slip stating that the

[Nighthawk Lovers] Tool Kit for honda's

2012-07-01 Thread brian lindsley
found this on fleabay it's worth a look http://www.ebay.com/itm/Honda-CM450C-CM450-CM-450-Hobo-Tool-Kit-CB450-/400164087543?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5d2ba366f7&vxp=mtr -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" gro

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] ST1100 bogs down at 6,000 RPM

2012-06-26 Thread Brian Collett
her will it > loose speed and eventually die? It sounds like a restriction in the fuel > line. > Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T > ------ > *From: * Brian > *Sender: * nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com > *Date: *Mon, 25 Jun 2012 10:50:28 -0700 (PDT) >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] ST1100 bogs down at 6,000 RPM

2012-06-25 Thread Brian K. Collett, CFA
I will also try this tonight. Sincerely, Brian On Jun 25, 2012, at 1:17 PM, "Allen Thomas" wrote: > That would also affect mid range I would think. Does it ride fine at wide > open throttle below 6K? > Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T > > -Original Message-

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] ST1100 bogs down at 6,000 RPM

2012-06-25 Thread Brian K. Collett, CFA
It's a 2001 with carbs. I have not tried to keep reving it. I'll try tonight. Sincerely, Brian On Jun 25, 2012, at 1:15 PM, "Allen Thomas" wrote: > What year? Is it carburated? If you keep trying to rev it higher will it > loose speed and eventually die? It sounds

[Nighthawk Lovers] ST1100 bogs down at 6,000 RPM

2012-06-25 Thread Brian
d and the rpm's 6,000 or so it bogs down. Kinda like when a bike is cold and you give it to much gas, but it does this every time. If I shift and bring the rpm's down under 6,000 it stops bogging down and runs normal. Any ideas? Thanks, Brian -- You received this message because

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: WalMart SuperTech ST7317 Oil Filters

2012-06-17 Thread brian lindsley
still gets 50mpg with 68,000+ miles. Oh I also use synthetic car oil without any issues for the clutch just like it talks about on "Pauls Nighthawk pages". Hope this helps Brian On Jun 17, 5:36 pm, MJB_LBC wrote: > Since I'm relatively still new to the group, I'm going to

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 700s shift problem

2012-06-01 Thread brian lindsley
my scaner is not working but it is a fairly easy task to disconect the universal joint (whole shaft is left on the bike) remove the pivot joint cap, then pry the universal joint to the rear and slip a screw driver throu the pivot joint hole. The book also doesn't tell you that the screwdriver has

[Nighthawk Lovers] od school mets new

2012-05-30 Thread brian lindsley
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/mcd/3038162367.html thought that this was a great looking bike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. To unsubsc

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