[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
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[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Looks mint! Awesome! On Monday, January 14, 2019 at 8:01:29 PM UTC-5, kiwinPA wrote: > > Just finished this 84 Nighthawk. Had to do the usual resto including > brakes, body parts, decals, etc. something new however. I found a stuff > called back to black that restored the hand controls back to black from > that sun bleached gray. > -- 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@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
I can now better appreciate those front fairings: you can't get any better than that stock one. Nice work, and it is shiny! On Wednesday, August 6, 2014 12:01:14 PM UTC-7, kiwinPA wrote: Here is my latest project about completed. I found the luggage rack in my 'parts department'. I cant remember where I got it .Graham -- 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@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S - parts wanted!
I have used the rust remover from harbor freight and it works great http://www.harborfreight.com/catalogsearch/result?q=rust+remover. you can get them all on ebay for $80 right now. If you wont to go that route I have the shocks for $40. They have the lite rust around the adjusting holes. 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 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@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S - parts wanted!
Thanks Brian, no, parts from the 650 don't fit the 700S -0 not the shocks, aluminum engine side covers. I have started sanding and polishing the covers. I've made an offer on the eBay stuff so we'll see what happens, Graham On Jun 19, 2013, at 12:10 PM, Brian Lindsley wrote: I have used the rust remover from harbor freight and it works great http://www.harborfreight.com/catalogsearch/result?q=rust+remover. you can get them all on ebay for $80 right now. If you wont to go that route I have the shocks for $40. They have the lite rust around the adjusting holes. 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 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@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
My gauge is the same way. Does anyone know whether to replacing the actual gauge or tank sender unit would eliminate this problem? On Jul 10, 12:37 am, Kyle Munz kyle...@gmail.com wrote: Mine hits 'E' after about 15 miles. They lose their accuracy after a while. -Kyle On Fri, Jul 9, 2010 at 4:58 PM, Frank DeSimone f_desim...@yahoo.com wrote: Thanks. I'll give it a whirl. Also, is it me or is the fuel gage completely useless? It goes to empty after 40 miles. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2010, at 5:11 PM, stanley/ Randolph tinkrm...@yahoo.com wrote: Before going out to buy new gaskets, check that thel bolts are properly torqued. It may just need a re-tightening. If some are loose, loosen all and re-torque. If that doesn't solve it then look at shelling out the bucks - or, make your own. Kim did. I make my own also. Stanley -- *From:* Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net *To:* nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Thu, July 8, 2010 6:28:22 AM *Subject:* Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S what a beauty! On Jul 8, 2010, at 1:31 AM, Frank D wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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.comnighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers + unsubscr...@googlegroups.comunsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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.comnighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. --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_lov...@googlegroups.com
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Good question. You think it would be the sender. All my bikes I've had o never relied on the gauge, just the mileage. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 10, 2010, at 6:33 AM, 750S dhamm...@nf.sympatico.ca wrote: My gauge is the same way. Does anyone know whether to replacing the actual gauge or tank sender unit would eliminate this problem? On Jul 10, 12:37 am, Kyle Munz kyle...@gmail.com wrote: Mine hits 'E' after about 15 miles. They lose their accuracy after a while. -Kyle On Fri, Jul 9, 2010 at 4:58 PM, Frank DeSimone f_desim...@yahoo.com wrote: Thanks. I'll give it a whirl. Also, is it me or is the fuel gage completely useless? It goes to empty after 40 miles. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2010, at 5:11 PM, stanley/ Randolph tinkrm...@yahoo.com wrote: Before going out to buy new gaskets, check that thel bolts are properly torqued. It may just need a re-tightening. If some are loose, loosen all and re-torque. If that doesn't solve it then look at shelling out the bucks - or, make your own. Kim did. I make my own also. Stanley -- *From:* Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net *To:* nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Thu, July 8, 2010 6:28:22 AM *Subject:* Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S what a beauty! On Jul 8, 2010, at 1:31 AM, Frank D wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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.comnighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers + unsubscr...@googlegroups.comunsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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.comnighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. --You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
*Strange as it may be, my 1982 Honda gas gauge is still accurate! * *Paul * * p...@hondanighthawks.net* On Sat, Jul 10, 2010 at 5:11 AM, Frank DeSimone f_desim...@yahoo.comwrote: Good question. You think it would be the sender. All my bikes I've had o never relied on the gauge, just the mileage. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 10, 2010, at 6:33 AM, 750S dhamm...@nf.sympatico.ca wrote: My gauge is the same way. Does anyone know whether to replacing the actual gauge or tank sender unit would eliminate this problem? On Jul 10, 12:37 am, Kyle Munz kyle...@gmail.com wrote: Mine hits 'E' after about 15 miles. They lose their accuracy after a while. -Kyle On Fri, Jul 9, 2010 at 4:58 PM, Frank DeSimone f_desim...@yahoo.com wrote: Thanks. I'll give it a whirl. Also, is it me or is the fuel gage completely useless? It goes to empty after 40 miles. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2010, at 5:11 PM, stanley/ Randolph tinkrm...@yahoo.com wrote: Before going out to buy new gaskets, check that thel bolts are properly torqued. It may just need a re-tightening. If some are loose, loosen all and re-torque. If that doesn't solve it then look at shelling out the bucks - or, make your own. Kim did. I make my own also. Stanley -- *From:* Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net *To:* nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Thu, July 8, 2010 6:28:22 AM *Subject:* Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S what a beauty! On Jul 8, 2010, at 1:31 AM, Frank D wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers + unsubscr...@googlegroups.comunsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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.comnighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
And my '84 CB650SC gas gauge works well too, down to the last 1/4, when I watch the odometer anyway. - Original Message - From: Paul To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, July 10, 2010 8:17 AM Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S Strange as it may be, my 1982 Honda gas gauge is still accurate! Paul p...@hondanighthawks.net On Sat, Jul 10, 2010 at 5:11 AM, Frank DeSimone f_desim...@yahoo.com wrote: Good question. You think it would be the sender. All my bikes I've had o never relied on the gauge, just the mileage. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 10, 2010, at 6:33 AM, 750S dhamm...@nf.sympatico.ca wrote: My gauge is the same way. Does anyone know whether to replacing the actual gauge or tank sender unit would eliminate this problem? On Jul 10, 12:37 am, Kyle Munz kyle...@gmail.com wrote: Mine hits 'E' after about 15 miles. They lose their accuracy after a while. -Kyle On Fri, Jul 9, 2010 at 4:58 PM, Frank DeSimone f_desim...@yahoo.com wrote: Thanks. I'll give it a whirl. Also, is it me or is the fuel gage completely useless? It goes to empty after 40 miles. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2010, at 5:11 PM, stanley/ Randolph tinkrm...@yahoo.com wrote: Before going out to buy new gaskets, check that thel bolts are properly torqued. It may just need a re-tightening. If some are loose, loosen all and re-torque. If that doesn't solve it then look at shelling out the bucks - or, make your own. Kim did. I make my own also. Stanley -- *From:* Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net *To:* nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Thu, July 8, 2010 6:28:22 AM *Subject:* Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S what a beauty! On Jul 8, 2010, at 1:31 AM, Frank D wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
I'd suspect the sending unit. I've thought about fixing it, but wouldn't trust it anyhow. I just use the tripodometer and gas up ever 100 miles. -Kyle On Sat, Jul 10, 2010 at 9:41 AM, Gene Henry hangh...@new.rr.com wrote: And my '84 CB650SC gas gauge works well too, down to the last 1/4, when I watch the odometer anyway. - Original Message - *From:* Paul p...@hondanighthawks.net *To:* nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Saturday, July 10, 2010 8:17 AM *Subject:* Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S *Strange as it may be, my 1982 Honda gas gauge is still accurate! * *Paul * *p...@hondanighthawks.net* On Sat, Jul 10, 2010 at 5:11 AM, Frank DeSimone f_desim...@yahoo.comwrote: Good question. You think it would be the sender. All my bikes I've had o never relied on the gauge, just the mileage. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 10, 2010, at 6:33 AM, 750S dhamm...@nf.sympatico.ca wrote: My gauge is the same way. Does anyone know whether to replacing the actual gauge or tank sender unit would eliminate this problem? On Jul 10, 12:37 am, Kyle Munz kyle...@gmail.com wrote: Mine hits 'E' after about 15 miles. They lose their accuracy after a while. -Kyle On Fri, Jul 9, 2010 at 4:58 PM, Frank DeSimone f_desim...@yahoo.com wrote: Thanks. I'll give it a whirl. Also, is it me or is the fuel gage completely useless? It goes to empty after 40 miles. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2010, at 5:11 PM, stanley/ Randolph tinkrm...@yahoo.com wrote: Before going out to buy new gaskets, check that thel bolts are properly torqued. It may just need a re-tightening. If some are loose, loosen all and re-torque. If that doesn't solve it then look at shelling out the bucks - or, make your own. Kim did. I make my own also. Stanley -- *From:* Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net *To:* nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Thu, July 8, 2010 6:28:22 AM *Subject:* Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S what a beauty! On Jul 8, 2010, at 1:31 AM, Frank D wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Before going out to buy new gaskets, check that thel bolts are properly torqued. It may just need a re-tightening. If some are loose, loosen all and re-torque. If that doesn't solve it then look at shelling out the bucks - or, make your own. Kim did. I make my own also. Stanley From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Sent: Thu, July 8, 2010 6:28:22 AM Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S what a beauty! On Jul 8, 2010, at 1:31 AM, Frank D wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. --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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. --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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Thanks. I'll give it a whirl. Also, is it me or is the fuel gage completely useless? It goes to empty after 40 miles. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2010, at 5:11 PM, stanley/ Randolph tinkrm...@yahoo.com wrote: Before going out to buy new gaskets, check that thel bolts are properly torqued. It may just need a re-tightening. If some are loose, loosen all and re-torque. If that doesn't solve it then look at shelling out the bucks - or, make your own. Kim did. I make my own also. Stanley From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Sent: Thu, July 8, 2010 6:28:22 AM Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S what a beauty! On Jul 8, 2010, at 1:31 AM, Frank D wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. --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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. --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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Mine hits 'E' after about 15 miles. They lose their accuracy after a while. -Kyle On Fri, Jul 9, 2010 at 4:58 PM, Frank DeSimone f_desim...@yahoo.com wrote: Thanks. I'll give it a whirl. Also, is it me or is the fuel gage completely useless? It goes to empty after 40 miles. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2010, at 5:11 PM, stanley/ Randolph tinkrm...@yahoo.com wrote: Before going out to buy new gaskets, check that thel bolts are properly torqued. It may just need a re-tightening. If some are loose, loosen all and re-torque. If that doesn't solve it then look at shelling out the bucks - or, make your own. Kim did. I make my own also. Stanley -- *From:* Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net *To:* nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Thu, July 8, 2010 6:28:22 AM *Subject:* Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S what a beauty! On Jul 8, 2010, at 1:31 AM, Frank D wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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.comnighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers + unsubscr...@googlegroups.comunsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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.comnighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. --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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en http://groups.google.com/group
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Anyone know how to post photos to the thread? I consider myself computer savvy, but I guess not! New to the google group thing. On Jul 8, 1:31 am, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Hello Frank... Like Graham said, we'd all like to see pics of your bike! What year and color did you get? Joe On Jul 7, 2:04 am, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
BTW...there is almost always factory (Honda) service manuals available on Ebay. You can also get the same manual on CD, but I prefer the book, as I can take it out in the driveway. I got the CD, and have never even put it into the computer. On Jul 7, 2:04 am, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
what a beauty! On Jul 8, 2010, at 1:31 AM, Frank D wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
I found your blue 700S on the website Frank On Jul 8, 2010, at 3:19 AM, Frank D wrote: Anyone know how to post photos to the thread? I consider myself computer savvy, but I guess not! New to the google group thing. On Jul 8, 1:31 am, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
I think pictures are better saved in the group archive than on the emails. Nice bike! Javier. On Thu, Jul 8, 2010 at 7:30 AM, Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net wrote: I found your blue 700S on the website Frank On Jul 8, 2010, at 3:19 AM, Frank D wrote: Anyone know how to post photos to the thread? I consider myself computer savvy, but I guess not! New to the google group thing. On Jul 8, 1:31 am, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
*Frank,* * * *If you want to post a picture with the thread, it's easiest to do it from your email rather than the group on the web. If you're not currently receiving threads via email, just start a new thread by sending an email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com* * * *Paul * p...@hondanighthawks.net On Thu, Jul 8, 2010 at 1:19 AM, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Anyone know how to post photos to the thread? I consider myself computer savvy, but I guess not! New to the google group thing. On Jul 8, 1:31 am, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
I prefer the cd because i can make printouts of the parts i need and not get updet when i spill oul and greese on them Also keep multipul copies (orignal cd, hard drive, complete printout, extra printouts from last job) -Original Message- Date: Thursday, July 08, 2010 7:09:55 am To: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: MOPARJOE joe_angelu...@yahoo.com Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S BTW...there is almost always factory (Honda) service manuals available on Ebay. You can also get the same manual on CD, but I prefer the book, as I can take it out in the driveway. I got the CD, and have never even put it into the computer. On Jul 7, 2:04 am, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
I like to take the wiring diagram from the CD and print it out poster size 36x42 and hang it on the wall. It makes it a lot easier to trace down the problem. -Kyle On Thu, Jul 8, 2010 at 12:08 PM, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I prefer the cd because i can make printouts of the parts i need and not get updet when i spill oul and greese on them Also keep multipul copies (orignal cd, hard drive, complete printout, extra printouts from last job) -Original Message- Date: Thursday, July 08, 2010 7:09:55 am To: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: MOPARJOE joe_angelu...@yahoo.com Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S BTW...there is almost always factory (Honda) service manuals available on Ebay. You can also get the same manual on CD, but I prefer the book, as I can take it out in the driveway. I got the CD, and have never even put it into the computer. On Jul 7, 2:04 am, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
I have both the book and CD as well. I like the CD because if working on a specific area of the bike I can simply print that section and use it on the work site and not be concerned with getting the pages of the factory manual all full of greasey fingerprints. On Jul 8, 3:45 am, MOPARJOE joe_angelu...@yahoo.com wrote: BTW...there is almost always factory (Honda) service manuals available on Ebay. You can also get the same manual on CD, but I prefer the book, as I can take it out in the driveway. I got the CD, and have never even put it into the computer. On Jul 7, 2:04 am, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Welcome Frank, I replaced the valve cover gaskets on my 450 back in the winter and they still drip a little. Not a big deal as far as I'm concerned. I never smell smoke even at a stop light, it's just aesthetics. If it's really bugging you or they're dripping a lot replace them and\or run a thin coat of black or red RTV around the sealing surface and then put it back on. Should take care of the leak right away. Heh, I had typed up almost the exact same paragraph Paul had already posted before I reread the thread. He already said what I wanted to say. Pick a nice 40 weight oil that makes you feel warm and fuzzy and go ride. :) And yes I would change the final drive oil so you know when it was last done and so you know it's gear oil in there instead of apple juice. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Hi Frank, welcome to the group. I just found this one, not sure if it is what you are looking for: http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/1830005098.html Javier. On Wed, Jul 7, 2010 at 10:36 AM, Stumpi sandisc...@gmail.com wrote: Welcome Frank, I replaced the valve cover gaskets on my 450 back in the winter and they still drip a little. Not a big deal as far as I'm concerned. I never smell smoke even at a stop light, it's just aesthetics. If it's really bugging you or they're dripping a lot replace them and\or run a thin coat of black or red RTV around the sealing surface and then put it back on. Should take care of the leak right away. Heh, I had typed up almost the exact same paragraph Paul had already posted before I reread the thread. He already said what I wanted to say. Pick a nice 40 weight oil that makes you feel warm and fuzzy and go ride. :) And yes I would change the final drive oil so you know when it was last done and so you know it's gear oil in there instead of apple juice. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Thanks for all the tips. Hope to tackle these soon. On Jul 7, 10:36 am, Stumpi sandisc...@gmail.com wrote: Welcome Frank, I replaced the valve cover gaskets on my 450 back in the winter and they still drip a little. Not a big deal as far as I'm concerned. I never smell smoke even at a stop light, it's just aesthetics. If it's really bugging you or they're dripping a lot replace them and\or run a thin coat of black or red RTV around the sealing surface and then put it back on. Should take care of the leak right away. Heh, I had typed up almost the exact same paragraph Paul had already posted before I reread the thread. He already said what I wanted to say. Pick a nice 40 weight oil that makes you feel warm and fuzzy and go ride. :) And yes I would change the final drive oil so you know when it was last done and so you know it's gear oil in there instead of apple juice. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Javier Thanks man! I just emailed them. I think its what I want. I love this group already. On Jul 7, 11:52 am, Javier Garcia jajgar...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Frank, welcome to the group. I just found this one, not sure if it is what you are looking for:http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/1830005098.html Javier. On Wed, Jul 7, 2010 at 10:36 AM, Stumpi sandisc...@gmail.com wrote: Welcome Frank, I replaced the valve cover gaskets on my 450 back in the winter and they still drip a little. Not a big deal as far as I'm concerned. I never smell smoke even at a stop light, it's just aesthetics. If it's really bugging you or they're dripping a lot replace them and\or run a thin coat of black or red RTV around the sealing surface and then put it back on. Should take care of the leak right away. Heh, I had typed up almost the exact same paragraph Paul had already posted before I reread the thread. He already said what I wanted to say. Pick a nice 40 weight oil that makes you feel warm and fuzzy and go ride. :) And yes I would change the final drive oil so you know when it was last done and so you know it's gear oil in there instead of apple juice. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2Bunsubscrib e...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Sure thing. Let me know if it works out. I am kind of in the area, so I could just pick it up and send it to you in case they don't want to do the shipping. J. On Wed, Jul 7, 2010 at 11:57 AM, Frank D frank.desim...@me.com wrote: Javier Thanks man! I just emailed them. I think its what I want. I love this group already. On Jul 7, 11:52 am, Javier Garcia jajgar...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Frank, welcome to the group. I just found this one, not sure if it is what you are looking for:http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/1830005098.html Javier. On Wed, Jul 7, 2010 at 10:36 AM, Stumpi sandisc...@gmail.com wrote: Welcome Frank, I replaced the valve cover gaskets on my 450 back in the winter and they still drip a little. Not a big deal as far as I'm concerned. I never smell smoke even at a stop light, it's just aesthetics. If it's really bugging you or they're dripping a lot replace them and\or run a thin coat of black or red RTV around the sealing surface and then put it back on. Should take care of the leak right away. Heh, I had typed up almost the exact same paragraph Paul had already posted before I reread the thread. He already said what I wanted to say. Pick a nice 40 weight oil that makes you feel warm and fuzzy and go ride. :) And yes I would change the final drive oil so you know when it was last done and so you know it's gear oil in there instead of apple juice. -- 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.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2Bunsubscrib e...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S
Graham and Greenzero, here you go! Photos posted! These are from the original seller, not me. These were before I washed and waxed it. I'll post some new ones when I get the time. On Jul 7, 5:48 pm, greenzer...@gmail.com greenzer...@gmail.com wrote: I second grahams advice, espacaly on the oil and pics! (Btw graham, great way to side step an oil disscussion there, well played) -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:47:04 am To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com From: Graham Rogers graha...@ptd.net Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Nighthawk 700S Hi Frank, welcome to us I've had a couple of 700S that had been sitting before I bought them and the valve cover gaskets leaked. You might try tightening the allen bolts holding the cover on but be careful, don't over tighten. I did replace the gaskets on two of mine and yes it was very simple to do. The gaskets cost $40 each, can't remember where I bought them - probably Bibebandit. About the oil, check out the threads on the subject in the archives, there's plenty of info , advice and opinions there. I found it very helpful. Shaft oil is also very simple to change and a good idea to do so - along with the brake and clutch fluids. We all want to see pics of your mint 700S Graham On Jul 7, 2010, at 2:04 AM, Frank D wrote: Hello All! Im new to this group, so I hope to get (and give) some useful info. My question goes out to all the mechanics out there. I just bought a MINT 700S that looks like it just rolled out of museum. I'm not kidding. The bike has had two, maybe three owners. It's been sitting in a garage its whole life and has been sitting in a garage for the past 2-3 years. I plan on changing the oil, filter and air filter this week. I noticed after I ran it 30 miles or so; after a couple of heat/cool cycles, that the valve cover gaskets are leaking a bit. The front L/R sides drip onto the fins a bit. Is this because it has been sitting? Will it go away after a few days? If not I've been told its easy to replace for 30 bucks or so off bike bandit. My questions are these: 1) Where can I get a repair manual for this? Clymer doesn't make one! I've looked around.; but I only see an electronic version for the 750S, non-U.S. 2) The valve cover gasket described above. 3) Can I run mobil 1 synthetic, or other synthetic brands? Suggestions? 4) Should I also change the shaft oil as well? Thanks in advance for the help! Frank DeSimone -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers +unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/ group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- 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_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk 700S / ZX6E for sale
Cant make out anything on the Night Hawk .. ...got a better pic or details please? Good thing is NightHawks are affordable, so you can always get another one later... On Thu, Feb 12, 2009 at 1:43 PM, Todd Hamilton vfr700b...@yahoo.com wrote: All, At this point I'm going to be putting up both my ZX6 and Nighthawk up for sale. I just tried to ebay the zx6 and got another dead beat bidder. I will post pictures and stats of both bikes. If anyone is seriously interested in either they can let me know. Both bikes are in good, but not perfect condition. I'm thinking I would like to get 3,000 for the zx6 and probably 1,800 for the nighthawk. I don't really want to let the nighthawk go, but times are tough and #4 is only 4 weeks away. My wife will be out of work for at least 6-8 weeks, which is going to put a financial burden on us. Nothing we cannot recover from, but would be nice to have 3/4K more in the bank to weather this time. Here is a picture of both so you get a sense of what I'll be selling. Todd Hamilton 02 ZX6E 85 CB700S AMA #414386 -- Best Wishes,TonyQ --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
