[Nighthawk Lovers] Problem

2013-01-04 Thread Jeff Dennis
I put a good 92 750 Nighthawk motor in my 91 bike. I had trans problems with the original motor. Also neutral switch problems. Finally got it shifting right but no neutral light. While tinkering with the switch I took the screws and cover off. I started it and worked on the switch. It started

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 17 Messages in 3 Topics

2012-12-19 Thread Jeff Dennis
I just installed a 92 750 NH motor in my 91 frame the neutral switch and the cylinder that turn the neutral switch is here. The motor only has 22, miles on it. Can anyone tell me how to coordinate these so they shift and shift correctly?:) Sent from my iPhone On Dec 19, 2012, at 4:37 AM,

[Nighthawk Lovers] Stock mufflers?

2012-12-16 Thread Jeff Dennis
I separated my 91 NH 750 mufflers. Now it's a pain to put back on;( Sent from my iPhone -- 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

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 25 Messages in 6 Topics

2012-12-06 Thread Jeff Dennis
Is the rectangle black bok(ECM ?)behind loom that I see or is it in front? Sent from my iPhone On Dec 5, 2012, at 11:03 PM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's Topic Summary Group: http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers/topics Got the bike Winterized [3 Updates]

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 7 Messages in 4 Topics

2012-12-04 Thread Jeff Dennis
/topics Trans stuck [3 Updates] Its not just for bikes [2 Updates] 2013 Honda CB1100 [1 Update] Signs you've got an amateur mechanic in the house [1 Update] Trans stuck Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net Dec 03 07:31PM -0500 Does anyone have any idea how I can get my 1991 NH 750 out

[Nighthawk Lovers] Trans stuck

2012-12-03 Thread Jeff Dennis
Does anyone have any idea how I can get my 1991 NH 750 out of 5th gear? Sent from my iPhone -- 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

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 8 Messages in 5 Topics

2012-11-29 Thread Jeff Dennis
-Original Message- From: Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net Sender: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Date: Tue, 27 Nov 2012 20:26:30 To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Reply-To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 7 Messages in 2 Topics

2012-11-28 Thread Jeff Dennis
, November 21, 2012 8:05:29 PM UTC-5, Spanky wrote: Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 19 Messages in 4 Topics Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net Nov 26 08:01PM -0500 I have a 1991NH 750 and I can not shift up. I can push down and feel the spring tension but not up and it's stuck

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 19 Messages in 4 Topics

2012-11-27 Thread Jeff Dennis
I have a 1991NH 750 and I can not shift up. I can push down and feel the spring tension but not up and it's stuck in 5th gear. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 26, 2012, at 5:43 AM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's Topic Summary Group:

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 19 Messages in 4 Topics

2012-11-27 Thread Jeff Dennis
Does anyone know why my bike would be stuck in fifth gear? Also when I pull the clutch in and start it the wheel turns like it is in gear? I unplugged the neutral switch and took it off but it's still stuck in gear. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 26, 2012, at 5:43 AM,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 5 Messages in 2 Topics

2012-10-14 Thread Jeff Dennis
Ya know with all of these Big horse power and large Displacement bikes? I have a 91 750 NH that hold it's even today and does exactly what I ask of it. Sent from my iPhone On Oct 14, 2012, at 6:05 AM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's Topic Summary Group:

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 1 Message in 1 Topic

2012-07-21 Thread Jeff Dennis
Not to thread jack but does anyone know where I can get a set of good used forks for a 1991 or newer 750 NH? Sent from my iPhone On Jul 21, 2012, at 7:06 AM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's Topic Summary Group: http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers/topics

[Nighthawk Lovers] 1991 750 N. H

2012-06-16 Thread Jeff Dennis
I put a screwdriver in the plug wire and arc it of the cylinder head. I pulled the plug and it was dry. #3-4 all of a sudden. I had to ride it home it popped intermittently. Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk

[Nighthawk Lovers] 1991 N H 750

2012-06-15 Thread Jeff Dennis
A of Sudden two cylinders are not Getting gas what happened? Sent from my iPhone -- 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

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 25 Messages in 7 Topics

2012-04-06 Thread Jeff Dennis
Where are you guys located that enables you to get together? Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2012, at 1:24 AM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's Topic Summary Group: http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers/topics 2002 Honda Nighthawk 750 plus extras - $2800 (West

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 25 Messages in 8 Topics

2012-04-03 Thread Jeff Dennis
Looks like a vetter windjammer fairings. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 3, 2012, at 7:29 PM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's Topic Summary Group: http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers/topics Drilling out broken bolts [2 Updates] Turn signals act weird [8 Updates]

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 19 Messages in 5 Topics

2012-03-25 Thread Jeff Dennis
in 6 Topics Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net Mar 24 07:39AM -0400 I think it's the rotella T6 that you want Sent from my iPhone Allen Thomas althomas...@gmail.com Mar 24 01:43PM I think that is the synthetic version. I use dino and change it frequently. Sent via

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 25 Messages in 6 Topics

2012-03-24 Thread Jeff Dennis
I think it's the rotella T6 that you want Sent from my iPhone On Mar 22, 2012, at 11:20 PM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: _ From: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com [mailto:nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jason King -- You received this message

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 25 Messages in 5 Topics

2012-03-24 Thread Jeff Dennis
Looks like a piece of crap to me with the sportster tank. Kind of reminds me of the people that crash their sportbike and call them naked street fighters. Then put them up for sale because they don't have the money to pay for new plastic. What are they stupid? Sent from my iPhone On Mar 22,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 20 Messages in 5 Topics

2012-03-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
I soaked my new Kevlar clutch discs and want to install them today. I am pretty strong. Is it possible for me to remove the lock nut? I just want to replace the friction discs and springs. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 11, 2012, at 5:38 AM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 25 Messages in 2 Topics

2012-03-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
Question? What do they mean by unstake the clutch center locknut before loosening it from the shaft? I don't want to take the Basket off just change the plates and springs. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 9, 2012, at 5:48 PM, nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com wrote: Today's Topic Summary

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 1981 CB900...

2012-02-15 Thread Jeff Dennis
Never had one but you can't go wrong with a Honda. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 15, 2012, at 12:26 AM, Jim Prusakiewicz skipro7...@gmail.com wrote: Anybody know if these are good bikes? This is for sale near me for $1600 and it's only got 6600 miles on it. I own an '82 cb650sc NH and I am

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-15 Thread Jeff Dennis
of times and go on. On Feb 14, 2012, at 8:39 PM, Jeff Dennis wrote: I mean Honda big fingers little key board. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 8:30 PM, Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net wrote: You can't beat a Jonda Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 8:37 AM, Todd

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-15 Thread Jeff Dennis
and go on. On Feb 14, 2012, at 8:39 PM, Jeff Dennis wrote: I mean Honda big fingers little key board. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 8:30 PM, Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net wrote: You can't beat a Jonda Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 8:37 AM, Todd Hamilton

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-14 Thread Jeff Dennis
ride turns into an annual ordeal. Having to remove fairings adds an extra 30 minutes to every maintenance job. Plus it eats expensive tires. Sent via BlackBerry by ATT From: Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net Sender: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Date: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:37:59 -0500

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-14 Thread Jeff Dennis
is a refined machine that is a wonderful ride, it is just that compared to a nighthawk the maintenance is a lot more, and it's significantly more costly to operate. Sent via BlackBerry by ATT From: Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net Sender: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Date: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-14 Thread Jeff Dennis
: Funny. 4 VFR in my life and 5 Nighthawks - the reason I always seem to return to the nighthawk is no maintenance or at least to all other bikes I've owned. Maybe the xr250 comes close. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 6:41 AM, Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net wrote

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-14 Thread Jeff Dennis
comes close. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 6:41 AM, Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net wrote: Same system here. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 6:17 AM, Allen Thomas althomas...@gmail.com wrote: Oh and I forgot my VFR has the linked brake system that requires

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-14 Thread Jeff Dennis
I mean Honda big fingers little key board. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 8:30 PM, Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net wrote: You can't beat a Jonda Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 8:37 AM, Todd Hamilton vfr700b...@yahoo.com wrote: Funny. 4 VFR in my life and 5

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Accessorizing my 83 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-14 Thread Jeff Dennis
I use Nelson Riggs. I have two sport side bags and one sport top bag. They come with a lifetime warranty. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 14, 2012, at 8:02 PM, Minh Trat minht...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, Looking to get a Motopak GTS-60 off of craigslist for $100. Is it ok for my bike or should I

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-13 Thread Jeff Dennis
What was your other bike Allen? Sent from my iPhone On Feb 13, 2012, at 6:05 PM, Allen Thomas althomas...@gmail.com wrote: Congratulations, once you get riding it any doubt about price will vaporize.. They are truly great bikes, their beauty is in their simplicity. My advice is if you

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-13 Thread Jeff Dennis
Is the VFR the bike that was high maintenance . Sent from my iPhone On Feb 13, 2012, at 9:08 PM, Allen Thomas althomas...@gmail.com wrote: 93 Nighthawk 750 was my first bike, now I have a 2003 VFR800 VTEC. On Mon, Feb 13, 2012 at 8:22 PM, Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net wrote: What

[Nighthawk Lovers] Castle nut socket 26/30

2012-02-12 Thread Jeff Dennis
Does anyone have am can borrow? I live in Fortwashington PA . That is outside of Philly. I need to change my clutch friction plates and springs. Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to

[Nighthawk Lovers] Castlenut socket26/30

2012-02-12 Thread Jeff Dennis
Does anyone have a socket I can borrow? They are hard to find. I need to change my clutch on my 1991 750 NH. I am outside of Philly ( Fortwashington PA). Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Pilot Road 2s -- I'm just askin'

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
I know on sport bikes radial side walls are much stiffer. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 11, 2012, at 4:44 AM, Allen Thomas althomas...@gmail.com wrote: I've read somewhere that the bead on the radial tire rims are different due to radials not having the inherent side wall stiffness of bias-ply.

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Home made rack

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
I am an iron worker and certified welder. I just purchased the new rack from mutaze but I am going to make one out if 3/16 stainless or 7005 aluminum . Sent from my iPhone On Feb 10, 2012, at 7:26 PM, paul annen greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: check with jacks, i think i saw some of the rare

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Pilot Road 2s -- I'm just askin'

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
You can go flat on a sport bike tire and not know it. On a bias ply your all over the road. The sidewalk height is much taller and thinner on a bias ply. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 11, 2012, at 4:44 AM, Allen Thomas althomas...@gmail.com wrote: I've read somewhere that the bead on the radial

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Home made rack

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
I also plan on making a larger flatter rack. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 11, 2012, at 7:08 AM, Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net wrote: I am an iron worker and certified welder. I just purchased the new rack from mutaze but I am going to make one out if 3/16 stainless or 7005 aluminum

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Pilot Road 2s -- I'm just askin'

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
Right that's why they have a thicker side wall Sent from my iPhone On Feb 11, 2012, at 10:34 AM, Allen Thomas althomas...@gmail.com wrote: They are much lower profile though Sent via BlackBerry by ATT From: Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net Sender: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Date

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Pilot Road 2s -- I'm just askin'

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
althomas...@gmail.com wrote: They are much lower profile though Sent via BlackBerry by ATT From: Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net Sender: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Date: Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:53:52 -0500 To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com ReplyTo

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Pilot Road 2s -- I'm just askin'

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
. That's my understanding of why you shouldn't run radials on a bike not designed for them, take it for what's its worth. Sent via BlackBerry by ATT From: Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net Sender: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Date: Sat, 11 Feb 2012 11:54:20 -0500 To: nighthawk_lovers

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Buying a '92 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-11 Thread Jeff Dennis
Lots of people are trying to buy these and older bikes. New bikes are not flying off the show room floor. These bikes as you all know are very reliable and easy to work on. What's not to like? I have a Ducati 900dss cr that sits most of the time just for that reason. Sent from my iPhone On

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Buying a 83 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-09 Thread Jeff Dennis
That is condensation from your crank case it smells like alcohol. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 9, 2012, at 2:17 AM, Minh Trat minht...@gmail.com wrote: Update: I got a battery charger/tender and hooked it up to the battery. It is still in the bike. I see a fluid leaking from a container

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a 83 Nighthawk 750

2012-02-09 Thread Jeff Dennis
: There are two tubes. The one he's talking about is for battery acid overflow. The clear/reddish-brown one in the pic is the crankcase vent moisture collection tube. He doesn't have the bike running yet, so that one's not in play. On Feb 9, 5:02 pm, Jeff Dennis cube.po...@comcast.net wrote

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Clutch

2012-02-08 Thread Jeff Dennis
. You don't need any tools to align the disks they either align on the spline or they align in the basket. Here is a picasa web album i made when I did my clutch. https://picasaweb.google.com/102601857000444202563/ClutchReplacement# On Sun, Feb 5, 2012 at 3:41 AM, Jeff Dennis cube.po

[Nighthawk Lovers] Clutch

2012-02-05 Thread Jeff Dennis
I have to replace my clutch disks and springs., I have a 91 750 Nighthawk and it slips at 95 mph when I give it alot of gas and in third same thing. So I purchased Kevlar friction discs and hd. Springs. Do I have to take the center nut off and need a special tool to center the discs? Sent

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: '82 CB450SC project question(s)

2012-02-04 Thread Jeff Dennis
What if you put it in some hot water to get the aluminum To expand? Sent from my iPhone On Feb 4, 2012, at 1:24 AM, Kevin Green kevin.green.thunderb...@gmail.com wrote: Ok, so 2 specific technical questions I ran into taking the first carb apart tonight. I'm trying out the embedded

[Nighthawk Lovers] Carb

2012-02-04 Thread Jeff Dennis
It is called an easy out and the next size screw is the easiest way to go but the aluminum is very soft at this age. Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: '82 CB450SC project question(s)

2012-02-04 Thread Jeff Dennis
You might be able to use a pair of needle nose pliers and pull as you turn. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 4, 2012, at 1:17 PM, Kevin Green kevin.green.thunderb...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the assurances that soaking should help. I'm wishing I had picked up an impact driver as recommended,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Battery recommendations

2012-01-31 Thread Jeff Dennis
What is the Washer Mod? Sent from my iPhone On Jan 16, 2012, at 5:20 PM, Ryan Bray sdgu...@gmail.com wrote: While your on the subject of batteries... I did the washer mod on my '93 NH last week and noticed there are no bolts in the battery bracket on my bike. Anyone know the thread/size

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] new rider

2012-01-31 Thread Jeff Dennis
Where in Philly do you live Tony I live in fort washington. I have a 1991/1992 750 NH and a Ducati 900 SS CR Sent from my iPhone On Jan 13, 2012, at 9:30 AM, tony.dura...@comcast.net tony.dura...@comcast.net wrote: i just want to say hi to everybody. i recently bought a 1999 nighthawk

[Nighthawk Lovers] Cylinder

2012-01-08 Thread Jeff Dennis
What Honda dealer cracked your cylinder? Sent from my iPhone -- 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] Stable

2012-01-08 Thread Jeff Dennis
Put stable in your tank and run the bike for a bit. Then it's ok. You can also put heat in your tank to cut down on condensation. Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send

[Nighthawk Lovers] Funny

2011-12-06 Thread Jeff Dennis
I ride both but not as often as I should. When it comes to two wheels it's all good! Sent from my iPhone -- 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

[Nighthawk Lovers] Mountain Bikeing

2011-12-06 Thread Jeff Dennis
I have plenty scars also bro. Sent from my iPhone -- 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] MC cover

2011-12-01 Thread Jeff Dennis
Nelson Riggs makes good stuff. Sent from my iPhone -- 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] BMW

2011-11-25 Thread Jeff Dennis
I ha 2 of them and you only have to change the oil in the case and the rear final drive. The clutch is a dry clutch. There isn't any sump for that. Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to

[Nighthawk Lovers] NH

2011-11-25 Thread Jeff Dennis
See ever since I traded my 99 cbr1100XX for the Ducati I needed a turn key and go bike to load and go to my M/C rallies and events. The Nighthawk is just that bike. It has good pick up and very reliable Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[Nighthawk Lovers] Ducati

2011-11-25 Thread Jeff Dennis
Ride a Ducati then ride any other eve twin. I had a 2000 X1Lightening and I hated it so much I took Harley to court and gave it back to them. Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this