Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

I, too, will be sorry to see this go (if it does). I also sold my Nighthawk but have always enjoyed the back and forth between everyone and I learned a few things too. At 75 I am still riding some when I can. It does still give me, and I'm sure you all too, that wind in your face great feeling.

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

Will do On Sat, Apr 1, 2023, 1:37 PM Dennis Gallagher wrote: > Graham, > > Come see us next year! It will be good to see you. We're in > Christchurch and my NZ cell is 022-0809-047. > > Cheers, > > Dennis > > [image: MeeSmall.JPG] > > > On Apr 2, 2023, at 5:32 AM, Graham Rogers > wrote: > >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

Graham, Come see us next year! It will be good to see you. We're in Christchurch and my NZ cell is 022-0809-047. Cheers, Dennis  > On Apr 2, 2023, at 5:32 AM, Graham Rogers wrote: > > Hey Dennis, will be in NZ this month but not the S.I. this time > unfortunately. Next year I will

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Hello Nighthawk Riders

Hey Dennis, will be in NZ this month but not the S.I. this time unfortunately. Next year I will On Sat, Apr 1, 2023, 1:28 PM Dennis Gallagher wrote: > Hello from down in New Zealand. > > I've sold both of my two Night Hawks CB700SC's ('84 & '85) now after > importing them into New Zealand when

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Hello Nighthawk Riders

Thanks for all you have done over the years. I had two Nighthawks but have now sold them both. Your advice and that I obtained here online was invaluable, since I had only worked on cars before this. I have now obtained a new project bike Yamaha 1100, circa 1996, that needs a carb rebuild! Tx

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Hello Nighthawk Riders

Thanks Paul for your stewardship, I hope there will be someone who wants to continue the group, I haven't been able to ride my nighthawk for awhile due to having to store it with my brother in law, I'm unable to take it with me for now but I hope to get it back soon. There's a utuber that has

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Hello Nighthawk Riders

Yep, miss the days of Allen - and Allen, who rode here (with Javier) to central PA to help me out with a CB650. Which reminds me I have many Nighthawk parts including a whole body set, new paint and decals, that beautiful deep blue. I’ve been working on Magnas - V4s the last couple of years, ever

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

Paul, Thanks, I had no idea it was moderated/managed. Perhaps if you outline what is needed to keep it alive, we could take turns running it On Mon, Mar 27, 2023 at 10:36 PM Paul LeBoutillier wrote: > I've noticed that this motorcycle email list has become increasingly > inactive, therefore,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

Yes let’s please find a way to archive if possibleWith my best regardsMike Robinson1985 650I apologize for the brevity but wanted to respond to you most promptly. Sent from mobile device.On Mar 27, 2023, at 10:42 AM, David Shevlin wrote:Paul.thanks for your good work.  If the "service"

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

If anyone here wants to take this group and move it over to Facebook, you're more than welcome. Paul On Monday, March 27, 2023 at 9:42:05 AM UTC-6 jim.fr...@gmail.com wrote: > There are several Nighthawk groups in FB. 83-85 CB650 another general > owner’s group, another for selling NH parts

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

There are several Nighthawk groups in FB.  83-85 CB650 another general owner’s group, another for selling NH parts and even one for the 450.  If you’re not on FB you’re missing out.  But I understand not everyone wants to join FB.   Sent from my iPhoneOn Mar 27, 2023, at 11:23 AM, John Reynolds

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

The Facebook group is for Nighthawk S 700cc 84-86, right? I’m a big fan of the bike but don’t have one. Is the group open to a ‘85 450SC owner? :-) Ditto on the thanks to Paul for keeping this running. Very helpful & fun to have been part of it for a little while. On Mon, Mar 27, 2023 at 10:56

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

Does anybody know if there is a way to archive the data here? My '83 CB550SC is on ice as far as projects go as I've prioritized my daily commuter '84 VF700S, but I'd hate to loose any valuable reference information or solutions found here when I finally get the opportunity to dig into it... On

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

Thanks for responding, Paul. Thanks for providing the great service. My best wishes for you. On Mon, Mar 27, 2023 at 10:53 AM Paul LeBoutillier wrote: > I'm not personally aware of another group for Nighthawk riders. > > On Monday, March 27, 2023 at 8:42:55 AM UTC-6 dshev...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

Before you shut down the group, I'd like to point you in the direction of a Facebook group I admin. Some of you may already be members, some of the moderators there are from the Nighthawk forum that used to exist.. https://www.facebook.com/groups/3130899273896937/?ref=share On Mon, Mar 27, 2023,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

I'm not personally aware of another group for Nighthawk riders. On Monday, March 27, 2023 at 8:42:55 AM UTC-6 dshev...@gmail.com wrote: > Paul.thanks for your good work. If the "service" closes, are you > willing to suggest another user-group that tends to a similar audience ? > Thank

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

I've had some great conversations in this group, gained invaluable information, kept my bike on the road longer than I would have by myself, and best of all made some unforgettable friends. I agree it's probably time to shut this group down since it's essentially shut itself down already. My only

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hello Nighthawk Riders

Paul.thanks for your good work. If the "service" closes, are you willing to suggest another user-group that tends to a similar audience ? Thank you. David On Mon, Mar 27, 2023 at 10:36 AM Paul LeBoutillier wrote: > I've noticed that this motorcycle email list has become increasingly >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

Ian, thanks for the good information. I'm going to try and get a strainer screen from Jim, I'll post the results. On Mon, Oct 31, 2022, 7:24 PM Ian Chames wrote: > One caveat as to buying a replacement petcock, something to be aware of... > The original petcock on my 83 650SC would leak when

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

Hi William, I sent you a private message email so we can arrange getting my CB650 petcock screen sent to you to try. Jim Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 30, 2022, at 7:57 PM, William M wrote: > >  > Hello Jim, > I'd like to get your strainer screen, please. > All I can offer you in return is

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

One caveat as to buying a replacement petcock, something to be aware of... The original petcock on my 83 650SC would leak when turned to Reserve. I bought an aftermarket petcock, installed it; all seemed fine, until I would accelerate hard up long grades - suddenly I would lose power, and have to

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

You can type Nighthawk Petcock into ebay and buy a new old part or a replacement as long as you check the fit of parts before you buy.

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

Hello Jim, I'd like to get your strainer screen, please. All I can offer you in return is that I can return it to you if it doesn't work/fit. How can I arrange paying for the postage? If you don't know, I can ask someone at the PO. Thanks, William On Sat, Oct 29, 2022, 9:05 PM Jim Frazer wrote:

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

Let us, (me) know when you find one. Seems too be pretty unique. On Sun, Oct 30, 2022, 7:21 PM Drew Gormley wrote: > Petcocks are not unique to old bikes. A few companies sourced their parts > from the same factories in Japan, so if you too measurements with > caliapers, you'd find that one

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

Petcocks are not unique to old bikes. A few companies sourced their parts from the same factories in Japan, so if you too measurements with caliapers, you'd find that one strainer tube is the same as another. You could also just use an aftermarket Petcock, and aftermarket internals. On Mon, Oct

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

Ian, it's I no longer available on this planet. On Sun, Oct 30, 2022, 1:03 AM Ian Chames wrote: > I think you should find the strainer tube that goes over the feed tube on > your petcock. The reason why; if any chunks of rust or debris floats down > and into the gas inlet orifice, it could

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

I think you should find the strainer tube that goes over the feed tube on your petcock. The reason why; if any chunks of rust or debris floats down and into the gas inlet orifice, it could restrict the flow of gas, or stop gas delivery all together. The in-line fuel filter is a secondary filter,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

I have a Petcock to tank screen from an 84 CB650SC. If they are the same you can have it, just pay postage from New Hampshire 03063. Jim. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2022, at 11:06 AM, Drew Gormley wrote: > >  > The screens are shared across two or three manufacturers from back

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

Definitely remove the little cup and plastic screen. Very easy to do. If there are chunks of rust in there you know you need to find a screen for your tank. Apply a lil 3-in-1 oil to to the oring and cup threads while reassembling. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2022, at 1:01 PM,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

It could be worth it. It's just a little cup with an o-ring and the screen. Requiring servicing really depends on the condition of everything.. if the bike never acts like it's starved for fuel, I wouldn't. On Sat, Oct 29, 2022, 1:01 PM William M wrote: > Mike and Drew, > thanks for your

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

The screens are shared across two or three manufacturers from back then. So look at the part and then look at a petcock from a different year if you are obsessive. On Sat, Oct 29, 2022 at 11:05 PM mike wrote: > You could probably look forever and not find another Petcock screen, > discontinued

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

You could probably look forever and not find another Petcock screen, discontinued and hard to come by intact. There's also a small strainer filter in the bottom of the petcock bowl. On Sat, Oct 29, 2022, 1:25 AM William M wrote: > Hello All, > I took the petcock off today, intending to

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH700s petcock fuel strainer

If you have an inline, it's covered. I'd swap it out twice a year to be sure. On Sat, Oct 29, 2022 at 1:25 PM William M wrote: > Hello All, > I took the petcock off today, intending to inspect/clean out the strainer, > only to find there's not one there, just the bare tube. > The prior owner

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Clutch lens replacement

That's why I went with the 2mm over the 1mm thick piece. Also the mineral glass is typically stronger. It can't be less sturdy than the OEM sightglass Honda installed back in the 80s. -Kyle On Fri, Aug 19, 2022 at 10:05 PM Ian Chames wrote: > Hey Kyle, > > cool replacement trick! my only

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Clutch lens replacement

Hey Kyle, cool replacement trick! my only thought is; although the crystal is 2mm thick, it is a piece of glass, yes? Although a highly remote possibility, a rock kicked up from a tire could hit the crystal square-on and crack it… again, this is probably a one-in-a-million chance, and odds are

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Clutch lens replacement

Hi Peter, Welcome to the group. I used a 16.7mm x 2mm for mine. I have pics of the process here: https://nighthawk.kylemunz.com/654/replacing-the-sight-glass/ -Kyle On Fri, Aug 19, 2022 at 9:10 AM Peter Mavros wrote: > Hey guys, > > I'm new to this group and currently restoring a 1985 650cc.

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Front brake looked up

+1 @ grahamjo...@gmail.com*"Sure, the longer it sits the greater expectation of the caliper pistons becoming gooked up with deteriorating, solidifying brake fluid."* My '83 CB650SC-D sat dormant for 22 years and the brake fluid crystalized into something the consistency of brown sugar

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Front brake looked up

Sure, the longer it sits the greater expectation of the caliper pistons becoming gooked up with deteriorating, solidifying brake fluid. On Sun, Aug 14, 2022 at 8:48 AM Larry Donovan wrote: > Has anyone experienced the front brake locked up from just sitting in > storage? > > Get Outlook for

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 85 NH 700 clutch quuestion, and an exhaust interchangeability question.

Bernie, Ian, geo, thanks for your replies, I will proceed with the slave cylinder rebuild, see what that does/doesn't do before getting into the clutch. William b. On Sat, Aug 13, 2022, 1:01 PM geo-hawk allan wrote: > Greetings, One of the first 2 things I had to do with my 700S after > getting

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH 700 clutch question, and an exhaust interchangeability

gt;> >> >> -Original Message- >> From: Ian Chames >> To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com >> Sent: Fri, Aug 12, 2022 6:19 pm >> Subject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH 700 clutch quuestion, and an >> exhaust interchangeability question. >> >> If you

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 85 NH 700 clutch quuestion, and an exhaust interchangeability question.

On Sat, Aug 13, 2022 at 6:01 AM geo-hawk allan wrote: > Greetings, One of the first 2 things I had to do with my 700S after > getting it was, replace both front and rear tires as well as replacing the > clutch plates & springs! Then had to replace the cables shortly after, both > clutch and

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH 700 clutch question, and an exhaust interchangeability

stock, always had to paint them & were too loud. > > I'd bought original exhaust from member Graham Rogers I never used. > > Cheers - Bernie > > > -Original Message- > From: Ian Chames > To: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com > Sent: Fri, Aug 12, 2022 6:19 p

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 85 NH 700 clutch quuestion, and an exhaust interchangeability question.

If your clutch is slipping, it’s more likely that your clutch plates are worn, and need to be replaced… the slave cylinder, and the rod inside it, only push the plates apart, there is no “length” adjustment. The only other reason I can think of is that the rod is rusty or caked with crud, and

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 1984 nighthawk 650 fuel inlet cracked

If the O-rings have been on the bike since 1984, Please change them while you’re replacing the T-fitting…. otherwise you’ll be pulling them off for the 11th-or-12th time when they begin to leak from all of the jostling around… my O-rings literally crumbled off those fee tubes when I pulled them

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 1984 nighthawk 650 fuel inlet cracked

Thank you all for the feedback. I was hoping I wouldn't have to split the carbs, but figured it had to be done. I'll attempt to work on it this weekend and let you guys know how it goes. Thanks once again On Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 5:59:29 PM UTC-7 fiveb...@gmail.com wrote: > Drew, that is

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 1984 nighthawk 650 fuel inlet cracked

You might need to make a youtube video and link to it here. Would be easier. On Wed, Jul 27, 2022 at 10:42 AM 'amazingg...@yahoo.com' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! wrote: > Taking my carbs off for the 10th time it feels like now, well I got a > little handsy with the fuel hose so to speak

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 1984 nighthawk 650 fuel inlet cracked

You'll need to separate the carbs to do this replacement. It's not an overwhelming job. On Tue, Jul 26, 2022 at 10:42 PM 'amazingg...@yahoo.com' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! wrote: > Taking my carbs off for the 10th time it feels like now, well I got a > little handsy with the fuel hose so

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] My poor clutch...? 85 NH 700

Thanks Mike, I'll check it out. William b On Mon, Jul 18, 2022, 11:40 PM mike wrote: > If you join the Facebook group,there is a free downloadable Honda shop > manual as well as a ton of useful and interesting documentation. > > There is also an entire group and several members that would have

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] My poor clutch...? 85 NH 700

Bernie, I appreciate your reply, I'll check out the links you sent. William b On Mon, Jul 18, 2022, 11:31 PM 'Bernard Frank' via Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! wrote: > Something common for these bikes being so old is the clutch slave > cylinder. It's an easy fix to rebuild. I can't see a

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] My poor clutch...? 85 NH 700

If you join the Facebook group,there is a free downloadable Honda shop manual as well as a ton of useful and interesting documentation. There is also an entire group and several members that would have any part you're looking for. https://www.facebook.com/groups/3130899273896937/?ref=share On

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] My poor clutch...? 85 NH 700

Something common for these bikes being so old is the clutch slave cylinder.  It's an easy fix to rebuild.  I can't see a bushing causing any real issues.  I couldn't believe when I did my 550 & 650 the clutch worked at all, it looked like cottage cheese in there:) Kyle may have documented it

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] My poor clutch...? 85 NH 700

https://www.facebook.com/groups/3130899273896937/?ref=share On Mon, Jul 18, 2022, 4:03 PM William M wrote: > Hello ALL, > I finally got around to bleeding the clutch for the first time since > buying the bike in March 2020. > All went well, and I then took off the lever to inspect the brass >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 84 Nighthawk 650 Fuse Block

Aftermarket fuseboxes are around. If you're patient and don't mind mapping the fuses and wires with a voltmeter set to TONE, you can see what goes where and just re wire a replacement fuse block. Also worth learning the bike wiring color codes. Hard at first and then very simple to grasp. Old

RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] 84 Nighthawk 650 Fuse Block

BTW;Fusebox is for all lighting and the hornThere are no other bikes that use a similar fusebox unfortunately ugggh Sent from Mail for Windows From: J Michael FialaSent: Friday, July 8, 2022 11:33 AMTo: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] 84 Nighthawk 650 Fuse Block Hello from

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 84 Nighthawk 650 Fuse Block

They’re repairable by combining 2 bad ones to make one good one. Jim Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 8, 2022, at 11:33 AM, J Michael Fiala wrote: > > Hello from NE Ohio! > > After about 18 years< I pulled my 650 out of storage after my 17 yo son > requested we get it running. We have worked

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 84 Nighthawk 650 Fuse Block

The fuseblock can be cleaned up (somewhat). I took pics when I did mine. It wasn't perfect because some of it had been melted but it worked reliably after that. I tried finding replacements but all of them in the local salvage yards were in the same or worse condition.

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 84 Nighthawk 650 Fuse Block

Typical cb650sc nighthawk fuse box. I use tin foil to pad out the fuses and whatever to make contact. That usually works. On Fri, Jul 8, 2022 at 11:33 AM J Michael Fiala wrote: > Hello from NE Ohio! > > After about 18 years< I pulled my 650 out of storage after my 17 yo son > requested we get

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Right side cylinder not working after 10. years in storage

Check to be sure that your firing order/ plug wires are on the correct cylinders. On Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 12:44:51 AM UTC-4 JP4 wrote: > I don’t have a tool for testing comprehension. Is this one a good one for > the job? > > >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

Yes, I did and sorry for not mention this earlier. There is no frame screw with ground near the rectifier so I pulled out the green sockets from the RR connector to fit them outside and bridged them over to the minus battery port directly. But it didn‘t help either which did not surprise me

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

Have you tried running an extra ground wire from engine (at the starter) to the frame (battery “door” bolt ? The battery ground goes directly to the engine, not to the frame. Engine mounts are rubber. It’s worked for me before. Jim Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 3, 2022, at 12:05 PM, Frank

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

Hey Guys, took a while to get forward and work through all possible traps by checking again every connector, switch, cable, fuse box, panel, ignition switch, green ground connection underneath tank at the coils etc. and following the diagram all the way back to the rear lights. Even both, RR

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

Hi Dennis, took a while to get forward and work through all possible traps by checking again every connector, switch, cable, fuse box, panel, ignition switch, green ground connection underneath tank at the coils etc. and following the diagram all the way back to the rear lights. Even both, RR

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Height to top of stock windscreen....

Looks like 49" to the top of the windshield, a few more to the top of the mirrors. -Kyle On Tue, Jun 21, 2022 at 6:08 PM William M wrote: > I've got only 39" clearance into my van. > I think I need another plan? > William b. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

Thanks for your inputs which actually both sound reasonable in general. Plucking the diagram along the harness up to the starter switch and further to the ignition switch in the meter panel would definitely make sense if I had a noticable voltage drop or resistance between the left and right

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

Oops, meant to say that I paid $180 for a new Stator... and Well worth the price! Aloha, Ian On Mon, Jun 20, 2022, 10:35 PM Ian Chames wrote: > When I bought my 83 Nighthawk 650 last year, right away I had charging > issues. The battery was a closed cell, supposedly in good condition. >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

When I bought my 83 Nighthawk 650 last year, right away I had charging issues. The battery was a closed cell, supposedly in good condition. Changed the rectifier first (as it was the cheapest replacement item), charging output at 3000+ rpm was putting out only about 11.8 volts. Bit the bullet,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

It sounds like you might have a connection causing a drain of voltage somewhere. While my bike discharges a little each ride, I top it off every few days with the trickle, I've never stalled or lost power. Check all your shinies and connectors aren't corroded or loose. Shiny = Volts. On Tue, Jun

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

One step ahead, I received a new aftermarket R/R to replace the old one but both passed voltage measures and diode tests outside. No surprise it didn't make a difference and the load capacity still doesn't reach 13V @5000 after checking these things: - battery fine and fully charged giving 12.8V

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] '85 650 cs-f Nighthawk

Ok, how do I edit my post? You will see why. On Monday, June 20, 2022 at 7:09:01 AM UTC-7 Gene Lambert wrote: > Hello everyone, thanks for the welcome and replies > > No cam chain rattle yet, it's got 13,500 miles on it > > I am not on Facebook, and never will be, so I guess that's a no-go for

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] '85 650 cs-f Nighthawk

Hello everyone, thanks for the welcome and replies No cam chain rattle yet, it's got 13,500 miles on it I am not on Facebook, and never will be, so I guess that's a no-go for me. RE the air filter. I've read many comments on it. Some say blow air from the inside, some from the outside. My

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 3 updates in 1 topic

;> >> Sent from Mail <https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for >> Windows >> >> >> >> *From: *Jim Frazer >> *Sent: *Monday, June 13, 2022 7:03 AM >> *To: *nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com >> *Subject: *Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] D

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 3 updates in 1 topic

; your problem is.. lmk if you’re interested.Jim. > > > > > > Sent from Mail <https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for > Windows > > > > *From: *Jim Frazer > *Sent: *Monday, June 13, 2022 7:03 AM > *To: *nighthawk_lovers@googlegr

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] '85 650 cs-f Nighthawk

Welcome to the exciting, yet sometimes challenging world of owning 36-38 year old classic motorcycle! First of all - yes, these Nighthawk engines are cold-blooded, even in warm weather... just put that choke all the way up, crank it a couple of times, and it will fire up... and trust me, you

RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 3 updates in 1 topic

I have a video of the cam chain noise I can send you to see if that’s what your problem is.. lmk if you’re interested.    Jim.  Sent from Mail for Windows From: Jim FrazerSent: Monday, June 13, 2022 7:03 AMTo: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.comSubject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest

RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] '85 650 cs-f Nighthawk

Welcome aboard!  Just clean your original air filter if you cant find an OEM one.  Vacuum it from the inside and blow air from the outside…  Visit your local motorcycle repair shop for a fuel filter. They have a ton of them behind the counter, usually the filter material looks like a rock …  You

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Mystery Problem with my Nighthawk 1998

Sorry for high-jacking this older thread but I'd like to add some thoughts not mentioned yet. Beyond all sparks, gas and air issues - there are some more prerequisites to allow or block the starter turning the engine: - neutral gear rectifier - gear switch not reporting back the correct gear

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

Kyle, thanks for confirming the idle caveat again which at least complies with the Clymer. It just makes me wonder whether the Nighthawk was far ahead that time with CDI, hydraulic valves and final drive for highway trips only while it sucks the battery in city traffic. However, it all doesn't

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] The Clymer myth of testing the charging system

One thing I learned back when I had my 650 was that Mr Clymer will absolutely lie to you and won't feel bad about it. I can't say if he's right or not about the charging system, it's been too many years, I think the biggest lie I found was with wiring diagram had some wire colors mixed up. That

RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 3 updates in 1 topic

header nuts loosens.  Good luck.   Sent from Mail for Windows From: paul manganSent: Monday, June 13, 2022 5:59 AMTo: nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.comSubject: Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 3 updates in 1 topic Thanks jim ...its still a work in progress...ie i

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 3 updates in 1 topic

Guys that are familiar with the cam chain noise can diagnose from sound. No need to drop the engine. Maybe ask around first or describe the sound and when it happens. Does your nighthawk run great except for the annoying noise ? Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 13, 2022, at 5:59 AM, paul

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 3 updates in 1 topic

Thanks jim ...its still a work in progress...ie i need to drop the engine...when I do and get the mechanic who will open her up ie bottom end and see whats what ie a definite alternator chain issue I will be in touch... Cheers Polo 'Longfinger' Get Outlook for Android

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hi, new member

Hi Jim, thanks for the warm welcome! So far, (crossing fingers and knocking on wood) I don't have a rattle. Probably because my bike has only 13,500 miles so far. I will keep you in mind. BTW, no problems with the tensioner or chain? Gene (I had to log-in with another name to rejoin Google

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hi, new member

Welcome Dave On Sun, 12 Jun 2022 at 13:23, John Lambert wrote: > Hi everyone, new member here. I'm to learn from other members, and > hopefully to help others. > I have a 1985 cb650 Nighthawk with 13,500 miles on it. > I just bought it two weeks ago, I grew up riding in the Southern >

RE: [Nighthawk Lovers] Hi, new member

Welcome aboard John! I joined awhile ago to let Nighthawk owners know that I had a bunch of cam chain tensioner springs made up to Silence the rattle under the valve cover. Typically the rattle starts after 22k miles, and happens around 3k rpms. The spring wears out but its NLA from Honda so I had

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Right side cylinder not working after 10. years in storage

I don’t have a tool for testing comprehension. Is this one a good one for the job? https://www.ebay.com/itm/284607015164?mkcid=16=1=711-127632-2357-0=miuhhvkatfk=2349624=IaKc6_u3QLC=_ver=artemis=COPY Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 9, 2022, at 18:07, Darin Hatton wrote: > >  > Do a

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Right side cylinder not working after 10. years in storage

Do a compression test on your cylinders to make sure piston rings aren't seized and causing low compression On Thu, Jun 9, 2022, 9:01 PM Drew Gormley wrote: > Swap the brain with another bike. > > I bought a used 84 650 and the brain was bad. Same problem. Swapped it out > and had spark on both

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Right side cylinder not working after 10. years in storage

Swap the brain with another bike. I bought a used 84 650 and the brain was bad. Same problem. Swapped it out and had spark on both sides. If not brain, coils, not coils, plug wires, then plugs. That's all there is. Make sure your coils are well grounded. On Fri, Jun 10, 2022 at 7:54 AM Paul

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Right side cylinder not working after 10. years in storage

Sounds like you have a bad coil On Thu, Jun 9, 2022, 8:17 AM JP4 wrote: > Year : 1982 > > Make: Honda > > Model CB450T Hawk > > Mileage: less than 1000 > > 30mm Keihin carburetors > > The bike was running about 10 years ago. It has been sitting in my shed > all that time. I had a friend clean

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 2 updates in 2 topics

Yes please Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 4, 2022, at 12:19 PM, Dave duChêne wrote: > >  > I can repost the manual if that will help. > Dave > > >> On Sat, 4 Jun 2022 at 14:17, Jim Frazer wrote: >> Hey Polo, are you all set with your cam chain tensioner question? Jim >> Frazer >>

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 2 updates in 2 topics

I can repost the manual if that will help. Dave On Sat, 4 Jun 2022 at 14:17, Jim Frazer wrote: > Hey Polo, are you all set with your cam chain tensioner question? Jim > Frazer > > On Monday, February 21, 2022 at 2:30:53 PM UTC-5 polo wrote: > >> Hi guys i posted this a few weeks back a few

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 2 updates in 2 topics

Hey Polo, are you all set with your cam chain tensioner question? Jim Frazer On Monday, February 21, 2022 at 2:30:53 PM UTC-5 polo wrote: > Hi guys i posted this a few weeks back a few opinions but no hands on > experience from anyone who knew for sure...i couldnt find it covered >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 2 updates in 2 topics

Got my new spring Saturday! Mike Robinson 1985 650 - Candy Empire Blue 10k miles I apologize for the brevity but wanted to respond to you most promptly. Expect typos and short answers. Sent from mobile device. > On May 17, 2022, at 7:14 AM, Jim Frazer wrote: > re; rattle noise under valve

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 2 updates in 2 topics

re; rattle noise under valve cover ... check ebay for Cam Chain Tension Springs I had a bunch made up from a specialty spring manufacturer. A little stronger than oem, you wont be disappointed... You'll need to remove gas tank, coils, valve cover, cam shafts and tensioner assembly...

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Double-CB750

I haven't checked this list in ages and found this conversation! Gotta love this group :) I think the right reaction to it is not how many cc's or parallel versus whatever, the right reaction is "holy s**t who is crazy enough to ride that thing"... also, what kind of brakes are those??? Good to

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Corbin Seat

Thank you  On Sat, Mar 5, 2022, 4:04 PM Dave duChêne wrote: > Here's your tracking number > Dave > > On Fri, 4 Mar 2022 at 14:26, mike wrote: > >> Awesome  thanks  >> >> On Fri, Mar 4, 2022, 1:10 PM Dave duChêne wrote: >> >>> OK, I'll get the seat in the mail tomorrow. >>> Dave >>> >>> On

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Corbin Seat

Lol, Drew. Yes, good to see it all worked out, a good group indeed. -John On Sat, Mar 5, 2022 at 7:48 PM Drew Gormley wrote: > Dang. Our forum get's shit DONE! > > On Sun, Mar 6, 2022 at 5:04 AM Dave duChêne wrote: > >> Here's your tracking number >> Dave >> >> On Fri, 4 Mar 2022 at 14:26,

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Corbin Seat

Dang. Our forum get's shit DONE! On Sun, Mar 6, 2022 at 5:04 AM Dave duChêne wrote: > Here's your tracking number > Dave > > On Fri, 4 Mar 2022 at 14:26, mike wrote: > >> Awesome  thanks  >> >> On Fri, Mar 4, 2022, 1:10 PM Dave duChêne wrote: >> >>> OK, I'll get the seat in the mail

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Corbin Seat

Awesome  thanks  On Fri, Mar 4, 2022, 1:10 PM Dave duChêne wrote: > OK, I'll get the seat in the mail tomorrow. > Dave > > On Fri, 4 Mar 2022 at 13:55, mike wrote: > >> It was me. From Blair. The password is "corbin" >> >> We have zelle in the states and you have velle in Canada. Wooden >>

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Corbin Seat

OK, I'll get the seat in the mail tomorrow. Dave On Fri, 4 Mar 2022 at 13:55, mike wrote: > It was me. From Blair. The password is "corbin" > > We have zelle in the states and you have velle in Canada. Wooden crossover > so my friend Blair from Ottawa let me send him a Paypal in order to eat >

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Digest for nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com - 2 updates in 2 topics

Hi guys i posted this a few weeks back a few opinions but no hands on experience from anyone who knew for sure...i couldnt find it covered explicitly in the archivecan anyone direct me...like the beatles song HELP have heard the dreaded rattling sound from my 83 650 and I

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