Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Spark plugs

2019-04-19 Thread Bob Sheller
Wow that's not good. If it goes from stained to muddy do you know where the fish go? On Fri, Apr 19, 2019, 4:57 PM Darin Hatton wrote: > Going to re-torque after a hundred miles or so. Book calls for 9-13 ftlbs. > I went with 11. I try to go for middle of the road if they give a > difference lik

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 1983 Cb650 Fuse box between the forks

2019-03-06 Thread Bob Sheller
That's great info Graham Thanks! On Wed, Mar 6, 2019 at 7:35 AM Graham Rogers wrote: > I have a 700S. Yesterday I found that the turn signals would not work and > the running lights would not work when operating the turn signals. Normally > I would go straight to the wiring but everything had be

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs clogged...again??

2019-03-06 Thread Bob Sheller
ssure to lift them and see how they react. Blow air lightly across this opening shown by the cursor. If one or more lifts slower than the others it creates some hesitation. <20190305_203924.jpg> Cool, I’ll give that a try next time the carb is out. Thanks for the tip, Bob! Right now I’m hopin

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs clogged...again??

2019-03-05 Thread Bob Sheller
7;s > really going on with Mademoiselle. > > Holger > > On Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at 7:47:34 AM UTC-8, Arthur R (Bob) Sheller > wrote: >> >> That's true, is the tank rusted? If so you need to run a filter. I found >> that out the hard way. My petcock bow

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Starter Solenoid plug melting

2019-03-05 Thread Bob Sheller
use needle nose pliers to >> tight up female part to ensure good fit >> >> On Tue, Mar 5, 2019, 4:54 PM Bob Sheller wrote: >> >>> I don't know. You can order a Honda OEM part. About $50.00 plus shipping. >>> >>> On Tue, Mar 5, 2019 at 3:10

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Starter Solenoid plug melting

2019-03-05 Thread Bob Sheller
I don't know. You can order a Honda OEM part. About $50.00 plus shipping. On Tue, Mar 5, 2019 at 3:10 PM Final Twist wrote: > Understood. is there a product I can add to the connection to ensure no > arcing? > > On Tue, 5 Mar 2019, 4:04 PM Bob Sheller, wrote: > >> I

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Starter Solenoid plug melting

2019-03-05 Thread Bob Sheller
Is that a cheap fuse holder? If they don't get good connection they arc constantly and will overheat, It's a point of resistance so it raises the amperage causing heat. On Tue, Mar 5, 2019 at 2:19 PM Final Twist wrote: > The solenoid melting has kept my bike off the road for a total of 3 > month

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Starter Solenoid plug melting

2019-03-05 Thread Bob Sheller
Another thing to check is your battery voltage. If you already did what was it? On Tue, Mar 5, 2019 at 11:51 AM Final Twist wrote: > Twice now my bikes electrical died. I didn't know anything happened > until the electrical just died. the first time it happened the solenoid > plug melted and

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Carbs started leaking out of the

2019-03-04 Thread Bob Sheller
What are you soaking them in? On Mon, Mar 4, 2019 at 1:52 PM Jenya Spektor wrote: > Hey guys - I am about to clean the carbs again - do I have to also wipe > down the vacuum cylinder along with soaking and cleaning all the brass > parts? Let me know please. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Feb 18,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Honda CB650SC NightHawk - mo

2019-03-02 Thread Bob Sheller
gt; wrote: >> >> Did you see the brake line picture I sent? >> >> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android >> <https://go.onelink.me/107872968?pid=InProduct&c=Global_Internal_YGrowth_AndroidEmailSig__AndroidUsers&af_wl=ym&af_sub1=Internal&af_sub2=Global_YGrowth&af_sub3=EmailSignature> >> >

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Rear shocks

2019-03-02 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
You might have to check with a custom bike shop. Honda had no replacement parts for shocks. Good Luck. On Friday, March 1, 2019 at 1:34:04 PM UTC-6, nick.t...@btinternet.com wrote: > > Hi Guys, one of the rear shocks on my 96 CB750 Nighthawk has a slight leak > from the bottom seal. Does anyone

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Honda CB650SC NightHawk - motorcycles/scooters - by owner - vehicle automotive bike sale

2019-03-02 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
Wow!! Super nice bike!! Who's is it? On Friday, March 1, 2019 at 6:18:52 PM UTC-6, Greg Holuban wrote: > > > https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/mcy/d/lutz-1984-honda-cb650sc-nighthawk/6831256533.html > > > > > > Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone > -- You received this message becau

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs cleaned

2019-02-27 Thread Bob Sheller
Thanks Graham!! On Wed, Feb 27, 2019 at 9:56 AM Bob Sheller wrote: > I'll take those also!! > > On Wed, Feb 27, 2019 at 9:41 AM Graham Rogers > wrote: > >> I don’t have any OEM mufflers but do have two pretty good slip on F1s. I >> think they came from Javier,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs cleaned

2019-02-27 Thread Bob Sheller
t; Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > <https://go.onelink.me/107872968?pid=InProduct&c=Global_Internal_YGrowth_AndroidEmailSig__AndroidUsers&af_wl=ym&af_sub1=Internal&af_sub2=Global_YGrowth&af_sub3=EmailSignature> > > On Wed, Feb 27, 2019 at 8:59 AM, Graham Rogers &

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs cleaned

2019-02-27 Thread Bob Sheller
Not sure why this side cover pic is in all these messages?? On Wed, Feb 27, 2019 at 8:42 AM Bob Sheller wrote: > Did you get the pics Graham? Should be 6 total. Thanks! > > On Wed, Feb 27, 2019, 8:34 AM Bob Sheller wrote: > >> >> On Wed, Feb 27, 2019, 8:26 AM Bob She

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs cleaned

2019-02-27 Thread Bob Sheller
rs old. > Rolled the dice long enough > > On Tue, Feb 26, 2019, 5:34 PM Bob Sheller wrote: > >> It feels that way. ;-) How was the ride? >> >> On Tue, Feb 26, 2019 at 4:17 PM Darin Hatton >> wrote: >> >>> Bob, you sure you aren't buildi

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs cleaned

2019-02-26 Thread Bob Sheller
It feels that way. ;-) How was the ride? On Tue, Feb 26, 2019 at 4:17 PM Darin Hatton wrote: > Bob, you sure you aren't building one from the ground up? : ) > > On Tue, Feb 26, 2019, 5:08 PM Bob Sheller wrote: > >> I meant this one will clean up if I have it blast

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs cleaned

2019-02-26 Thread Bob Sheller
t 4:59 PM Bob Sheller wrote: > >> I guess chrome could be under the oxidation >> >> On Tue, Feb 26, 2019, 3:32 PM Bob Sheller wrote: >> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 26, 2019, 3:17 PM Graham Rogers >>> wrote: >>> >>>> You just

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs cleaned

2019-02-26 Thread Bob Sheller
019 at 3:51 PM bobshel...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> >> Yes Arthur Robert Sheller but I go by Bob >> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android >> <https://go.onelink.me/107872968?pid=InProduct&c=Global_Internal_YGrowth_AndroidEmailSig__AndroidUsers&af_wl=ym&af_

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Oops

2019-02-26 Thread Bob Sheller
Just watched the video of a non typical front falling off. OMG LOL On Sun, Feb 24, 2019 at 7:07 PM Kyle Munz wrote: > So you're telling us the front fell off? I'd like to point out that that > isn't typical. > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3m5qxZm_JqM > > > On Sun, Feb 24, 2019, 18:10 Greg

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Carbs cleaned

2019-02-26 Thread Bob Sheller
Yes how much for the best fender, rotor and best cover? Thanks! Is there a name to the black color or is it just black? On Tue, Feb 26, 2019 at 1:40 PM Graham Rogers wrote: > Did you get the pics of the fenders, etc? > > On Tue, Feb 26, 2019 at 10:12 AM bobshel...@gmail.com < > bobshel...@gmail.

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Starter Solenoid plug melting

2019-02-22 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
That would be so cool!! On Friday, February 22, 2019 at 3:33:55 PM UTC-6, Final Twist wrote: > > You are all welcome to ride down to Grand Cayman and visit me for a pint. > 👍 > > On Fri, 22 Feb 2019, 4:31 PM Darin Hatton, > wrote: > >> Thanks bob. Got to take i

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk winter storage

2019-02-17 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
5, 2019 at 6:12 PM Arthur R (Bob) Sheller > wrote: > >> What is the best method for removing the old lining from the tank I >> bought from you? >> >> On Friday, February 15, 2019 at 4:44:23 PM UTC-6, kiwinPA wrote: >>> >>> No, I replaced or had pai

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Winterwonderland

2019-02-17 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
Hey Darin, have you been riding or is the weather as bad in Ohio as Missouri? On Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at 11:34:53 AM UTC-6, Darin Hatton wrote: > > Heard the weather man talking about it being part of the climate change > last year > > On Wed, Jan 30, 2019, 10:19 AM Holger Selover-Stephan

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk winter storage

2019-02-15 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
Feb 15, 2019, 4:29 PM Graham Rogers > wrote: >> >>> 4k miles on the 86 >>> >>> On Feb 15, 2019, at 5:25 PM, Arthur R (Bob) Sheller wrote: >>> >>> That 86 is so nice!! How many miles? >>> >>> On Friday, February 15, 2019 at

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk winter storage

2019-02-15 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
That 86 is so nice!! How many miles? On Friday, February 15, 2019 at 4:21:21 PM UTC-6, Arthur R (Bob) Sheller wrote: > > How many miles on the 84? Have you checked the engine compression? > > On Friday, February 15, 2019 at 12:25:18 PM UTC-6, kiwinPA wrote: >> >> Over t

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk winter storage

2019-02-15 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
How many miles on the 84? Have you checked the engine compression? On Friday, February 15, 2019 at 12:25:18 PM UTC-6, kiwinPA wrote: > > Over the years I have had many 700S and CB650SC Nighthawks. A constant > issue has been winter storage. I have tried stabil, Seafoam and I can’t > remember wha

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk winter storage

2019-02-15 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
Must be nice. On Friday, February 15, 2019 at 12:25:18 PM UTC-6, kiwinPA wrote: > > Over the years I have had many 700S and CB650SC Nighthawks. A constant > issue has been winter storage. I have tried stabil, Seafoam and I can’t > remember what else and yet I invariably have to dismantle and cle

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk winter storage

2019-02-15 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
I never use ethanol fuel with anything that has a carb especially if it isn't used regularly. Ethanol is okay for fuel injected cars we drive almost daily because the fuel is used up so fast. Yes it will make a huge difference if you don't store it with ethanol fuel. And keep it treated. Good l

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk winter storage

2019-02-15 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
If you take the time to use fuel treatment like stabil or seafoam with a full tank of non ethanol fuel while it's in storage and drain the carb bowls and run fuel out of carbs as I described you won't need to clean your carbs for years. Just try it. On Friday, February 15, 2019 at 12:49:12 PM U

[Nighthawk Lovers] 1984 CB700SC Left Fork Oil Lock Spring Missing

2019-02-08 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
Hi everyone, has anyone put new seals in the front forks of a 700 S and not found the oil lock spring on the left fork? I have two sets of forks and both left side are missing this spring. According to the parts diagram it should be there. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are s

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: LED headlight bulb for a 700S

2019-01-28 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
I guess you could try bending the bulb fins, maybe that would work better. On Monday, January 28, 2019 at 9:25:47 AM UTC-6, Arthur R (Bob) Sheller wrote: > > That sounds like a pretty good deal! Happy to help any way possible. Maybe > you could trim the fins if it wouldn't cau

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: LED headlight bulb for a 700S

2019-01-28 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
ood on that ad. As usual, he got the > standard low ball offers. I eventually got it for $1100. Almost three times > of what I paid for the 650, but it runs and I can ride it to work right > away. > > The previous owner has put some washers under the needles. I'm going to &

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: (Just Joined Today} How do I remove the heavy paint from my front cowling?

2019-01-28 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
I ordered a new plug and pins. On Thursday, January 17, 2019 at 11:17:09 AM UTC-6, Darin Hatton wrote: > > Thats what happens when you have loose or dirty connection . You should be > able to release each pin from plug, new plugs are available. I replaced a > couple on my silverwing that had go

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: LED headlight bulb for a 700S

2019-01-28 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
How does it run? On Monday, January 28, 2019 at 8:39:16 AM UTC-6, Arthur R (Bob) Sheller wrote: > > First let me say congratulations! It looks pretty good from what I can > tell. I think you will love it!! How about some more pics and a little > history. I know that the cowling set

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: LED headlight bulb for a 700S

2019-01-28 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
First let me say congratulations! It looks pretty good from what I can tell. I think you will love it!! How about some more pics and a little history. I know that the cowling sets up against wiring and mounts very closely. Anything is possible but I don't think the cooling fins will stay spread

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 700 S Compression Readings

2019-01-25 Thread Arthur R (Bob) Sheller
I appreciate that info, Thanks! The bike still has that you better hang on in first gear at full throttle feeling! I love that! On Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 12:49:40 PM UTC-6, kiwinPA wrote: > > If bike is running good, is able to idle low, then no problem > > On Thu, Jan 24, 2019 at 1:38 PM

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: '83 650 Factory Manual Update

2018-11-11 Thread Bob
Yes, please On Sun, Nov 11, 2018, 10:09 AM Doug Jones I would be very interested in seeing the factor manual > > On Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 8:36:24 PM UTC-5, Stephen King wrote: >> >> I'm working on editing the PDF that's been floating around to add some >> text boxes that make sections/ke

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Introduction and quick question

2018-09-16 Thread Bob
Welcome, and good luck! On Sun, Sep 16, 2018, 7:54 AM Tommy Hill wrote: > Certainly sounds like you have all the skills you will need. Just be > gentle! These parts are hard to find. > You may be surprised at how little it may need... > > -- > You received this message because you are subscrib

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Fuel gauge shows FULL all the time

2018-09-11 Thread Bob Aulert
What about a situation where the indicator shows FULL when the tank is indeed full, but is flashing RES after about 50 miles? -- 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

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Stuck front brake caliper piston -1983 Nighthawk 650

2018-09-09 Thread Bob Aulert
I'd very much appreciate recommendations for best places to buy: 1. Caliper rebuild kits 2. Master cylinder rebuild kits - both brake and clutch Thanks in advance, I truly appreciate all the wisdom and advice in this group! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Stuck front brake caliper piston -1983 Nighthawk 650

2018-09-09 Thread Bob Aulert
Great pictures - thanks! -- 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, se

[Nighthawk Lovers] Stuck front brake caliper piston -1983 Nighthawk 650

2018-09-08 Thread Bob Aulert
ve me some encouragement! :) Thanks, Bob in St. Paul -- 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...@googlegr

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Cover for the tool kit storage area on a 1983 Nighthawk 650 - does anyone know the part number?

2018-08-20 Thread Bob Aulert
0104-ME5-000 >> >> >> On Monday, August 20, 2018 at 11:19:26 AM UTC-5, Bob Aulert wrote: >>> >>> Does anyone know the part number of the cover for the tool kit storage >>> area on the left side of a 1983 Nighthawk 650 - and where I might find one? >>

[Nighthawk Lovers] Cover for the tool kit storage area on a 1983 Nighthawk 650 - does anyone know the part number?

2018-08-20 Thread Bob Aulert
Does anyone know the part number of the cover for the tool kit storage area on the left side of a 1983 Nighthawk 650 - and where I might find one? Or... since the cover isn't lockable, should I store my toolkit under the seat instead? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Stock seat versions/variations for 83-85 Nighthawk 650

2018-08-04 Thread Bob Aulert
So - is the stock seat smooth with no pattern, or patterned, or...? Pictures, please. Thanks! On Saturday, August 4, 2018 at 7:44:15 AM UTC-5, Bob Aulert wrote: > > Hi, just found the group - what a great place! I'm looking at used > 1983-1985 Honda Night 650s and would l

[Nighthawk Lovers] Stock seat versions/variations for 83-85 Nighthawk 650

2018-08-04 Thread Bob Aulert
Hi, just found the group - what a great place! I'm looking at used 1983-1985 Honda Night 650s and would like to know if there were changes to the stock seat over the years. With bikes of this age it's often difficult to tell if the seat is stock or not. Any/all help appreciated - thank you!

[Nighthawk Lovers] Slipping clutch SOLVED!

2011-04-25 Thread Bob Bunnell
ow the pressure built up in the hydraulic clutch system, I don't know, but if I get clutch slip again, the bleeder valve is the first thing I'll try. Bob Bunnell 518 314-1612 <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> bobbunn...@charter.net Back Porch Band www.backporc

RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] shaft drive - 1984 650

2011-04-23 Thread Bob Bunnell
My '83 650 shop manual calls for SAE #90 hypoid gear oil above 41 degrees F, #80 below 41 degrees F. Bob Bunnell 518 314-1612 <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> bobbunn...@charter.net Back Porch Band www.backporchband[dot]com <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> (copy t

RE: RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] FW: '83/'84 550/650sc winter project finished CLUTCH PROBLEM

2011-04-20 Thread Bob Bunnell
Thanks! I'll try some Honda brand MC oil first before I tear into the clutch. Bob Bob Bunnell 518 314-1612 <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> bobbunn...@charter.net Back Porch Band www.backporchband[dot]com <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> (copy this link and then rep

RE: RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] FW: '83/'84 550/650sc winter project finished CLUTCH PROBLEM

2011-04-20 Thread Bob Bunnell
spec oil. Will drain oil today and take the clutch discs apart for measurement/inspection.also will measure the springs for proper length. More to follow.. Thanks to everyone for their help Bob Bunnell 518 314-1612 <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> bobbunn...@charter.net Back

RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] FW: '83/'84 550/650sc winter project finished

2011-04-20 Thread Bob Bunnell
Kurt: I bought some after market clubman bars[$30]. I used the gauge cluster that was on the 83 550 parts bike. I like round gauges and round headlight for this café look… Bob Bob Bunnell 518 314-1612 <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> bobbunn...@charter.net Back Porc

[Nighthawk Lovers] 1984 Honda CB700SC - $800 (Waterford, VT)

2011-03-14 Thread Bob Bunnell
On Craigslist: http://burlington.craigslist.org/mcy/2263761629.html Bob Bunnell 518 314-1612 <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> bobbunn...@charter.net Back Porch Band www.backporchband[dot]com <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> (copy this link and then replace

[Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk parts for sale

2011-03-11 Thread Bob Bunnell
m the 84 650. Don’t know if it runs… If you are interested in any of these parts or have questions, drop me an email or call… Bob Bunnell 518 314-1612 <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> bobbunn...@charter.net Back Porch Band www.backporchband[dot]com <mailto:bobbunn...@ch

[Nighthawk Lovers] 1985 700s Honda Nighthawk - $1800 (West Chazy, NY)

2011-03-10 Thread Bob Bunnell
http://plattsburgh.craigslist.org/mcy/2254775298.html Bob Bunnell 518 314-1612 <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> bobbunn...@charter.net Back Porch Band www.backporchband[dot]com <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> (copy this link and then replace "[DOT]" wit

[Nighthawk Lovers] Winter project

2010-11-01 Thread Bob Bunnell
t problems might I encounter in installing all the 550 parts [engine included] in the titled 650 frame? The 650 has a 4 in 1 exhaust that I would like to use on the 550 engine. Thanks for the advice! Bob Bob Bunnell 518 314-1612 <mailto:bobbunn...@charter.net> bobbunn...@c

[Nighthawk Lovers] exhaust options

2010-06-28 Thread Bob
I have a 1982 750 Nighthawk. I love this bike, but it has a 4 into 1 mac exhaust on it. It sounds like a crotch rocket. I want to change the end pipe only,to give it a meatier sound. Does anyone know what options are out there? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Didn't think I'd see the day

2008-11-06 Thread bob
you need to come to the UK and fork out $8.35 per gallon On Nov 6, 1:53 pm, "Creative Residential Designs" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > In the Sovereign Nation of Idaho, land of the "ripped off" people, the > cheapest I've seen in $247.00 > >   - Original Message - >   From: Dennis H

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: front fork oil

2008-11-04 Thread bob
thanks for the help John On Nov 1, 5:16 am, jgalban <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >   Sorry but I didn't see this question until today.   My Clymer manual > lists the frontforkoilcapacity as 472 ml. > >   Hope that helps. > > John > > bob wrote: > > After re

[Nighthawk Lovers] front fork oil

2008-10-22 Thread bob
After replacing the front fork seals on my 1996 750 nighthawk, Im having problems finding out what quantity of oil goes into the forks, as this bike was never sold in the uk, my local dealer cant tell me the exact amount to use. so if some one can tell me it would be appreceiated. thanks bob