[Nighthawk Lovers] Hello all + parts request

New member, new rider, and proud new owner of an 82 Nighthawk 450. I picked it up last week on Craigslist for $500. The previous owner put in the hard work, getting it running after it sat for a while, and then grew tired of it. Mechanically it runs great but it needs some cosmetic work. Theres som

[Nighthawk Lovers] Speedometer troubleshooting help

I have an '82 Nighthawk 450 with some speedometer issues and I'm wondering where to begin my troubleshooting. The speedometer isn't working, however the odometer and trip meter are working normally. Could this be a simple case of the cable going bad? Or, is it more likely something has gone amiss i

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Speedometer troubleshooting help

to be, it is driven off of > the same cable > > On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 7:09 AM, Allen Thomas wrote: > > I would think it is the gauge since the odo and trip meter work. > > Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T > > > -Original Message- > > From: Matt Rowe &g

[Nighthawk Lovers] Tachometer question

Does anyone happen to know what the ratio is for the tachometer on an 82 NH 450? I need to replace mine and I found an aftermarket one on fleabay that comes with a matching speedo that looks good. May need to replace speedo as well. Just replaced cable but the speedo is sticking. Can find replaceme

[Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 450 windshield recommendation

I've been reading through the forums about windshields for the Nighthawks and I've gotten a few ideas. I've been looking at the Slipstreamer Spitfire. I like the small footprint and definitely like the price. My concern is the reports of the buffeting I've been reading. I'm thinking a taller windsh

[Nighthawk Lovers] Spraymax 2K clear... where to buy?

I'm wondering if anyone knows where I can find Spraymax 2K clear? I'm getting ready to paint my 82 NH450 and for me rattle can is going to be the way I have to go. I've heard good things about the Spraymax and I know the standard spray clears aren't fuel resistant. Any ideas on where to find it? Th

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spraymax 2K clear... where to buy?

On Mar 6, 1:41 pm, surfswab wrote: > You should be looking for a urethane clear, which is formulated to be > fuel resistant. > > Color-rite has such.  A bit pricey but good quality. > > Read about it here: > > http://www.colorrite.com/product/aerosol-kk7-urethane-high-gloss-clea... By my unders

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spraymax 2K clear... where to buy?

> > > > On Mon, Mar 7, 2011 at 9:38 AM, Matt Rowe wrote: > > > On Mar 6, 1:41 pm, surfswab wrote: > > > You should be looking for a urethane clear, which is formulated to be > > > fuel resistant. > > > > Color-rite has such.  A bit pricey but goo

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Motorcycle clothes ?

I just picke up a pair of Bilt pants for 69.99 at Cycle Gear. They're waterproof, have knee armor, and have vents on the thighs you can open up on the warm days. Seem like they're pretty good so far. For my jacket, I got a cordura jacket from leatherup.com for $60 that's armored, waterproof, lots

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Interesting idea for a fuel gauge.

After seeing this, I'm wondering if it would be possible to do something like this on my 450. It'd be nice to know how much fuel I have left while I'm riding. On Apr 3, 10:15 am, stanley/ Randolph wrote: > It's not my style, but cool anyway.  I  would add a deflector at the end of > the > exhau

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Fuel Gauge, why?

Paul, where did you get the mount for your handlebars? On Apr 4, 3:48 pm, Paul wrote: > *By the way...MOST of the Garmin GPS units rate themselves as to whether > they are motorcycle friendly/capable. IGNORE THIS RATING. Both the units I > own say they should not be used on a motorcycle and I've

[Nighthawk Lovers] Slipstreamer Spitfire mounting tips needed

I recently picked up a Slipstreamer Spitfire for my '82 NH450. First off, I love it. It's nice riding on the freeway and not feel like I'm being pulled off the bike. However, I'm having some problems with positioning. It's doing a great job keeping wind off my chest but I'm having problems with buf

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: NH 750 cold pipes

On Apr 30, 11:21 am, vadik selo wrote: > so i was changing oil today in my 1993 nh 750 and i've noticed that my 2 > left pipes that come out of the engine are hot after running a bike for 5 > min and my 2 rite ones are barely warm but the exhaust fumes come out of > both pipes and it seem to run

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: fuse block

On May 3, 6:01 pm, Larry Dorais wrote: >  Good evening everyone! I ordered a new ignition switch for my 83 650 > Nighthhawk, but, while I am waiting for that to come, I pulled the > fuse block apart, and it is pretty well toast. It is melted behind the > ignition wires...does anyone know where I

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: backrest for a 1983 650 nighthawk

On May 8, 6:10 pm, Big D 63 wrote: > Hello...first time here for me so be patient.I am having a terrible > time finding a backrest for my bike so my wife has something to rest > against.If anyone has any leads to where or how to find one I would be > grateful for the help.What a blast to own suc

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 83 NH - 550 - Need Windsheild!!! (Let me Try this AGAIN!!)

On May 10, 4:15 pm, graysonpitts wrote: > My Goodness I got a lot of STEAMY Remarks!!!  But thanks for those > that Defended me!!  I just broke mine today - trying to Jump a Curb to > park my Bike in a safer place at my Condo!  Well - didn't work - It > fell sideways - and broke the Windsheild i

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Great commuter - 1985 Honda Nighthawk 450 - $700 (Boise)

On May 19, 12:52 pm, Paul wrote: > * > *http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/2389268274.html > > -- > * > > Paul LeBoutillier   > * > * > * > *www.hondanighthawks.net* Something I noticed in the posting. The speedo isn't original. Looks to be off of an older bike

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Summer Gloves

Cycle gear has a great sale on Bilt gloves right now. I picked up a pair of the Bilt Spirit gloves for $20. I love em. Great ventilation and hard knuckle protection. Very soft on the inside. http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=5010&L2=40&L3=960&L4=961&item=BLT_BLG2-BZ-SML_G&name=BILT_Spirit_Leath

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1983 Honda Nighthawk 750 V Twin ?????????????

I saw that one too. It definitely made me laugh. I think it's a Shadow. On May 20, 4:35 pm, Kyle Munz wrote: > Ha! That's the same as the ads listing an rx-7 as a 4cyl. > On May 20, 2011 6:24 PM, "Hawaii Sean" wrote:> V-Twin > Nighthawk? > > > Check out this ad in Portland OR: > > >http://salem

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: brakes

Try pumping the handle with the bleeder valve closed. Pump the handle several times to build pressure, THEN open the valve to release the bubbles. Then, close the valve. Repeat until bubble free. On May 28, 7:14 am, snkeyes1...@aol.com wrote: > ok but another part of the problem is the fluid in th