[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone know much about the V45 Sabre?

Is it possible to get the carbs off and on a V30 without pulling the frame bolts on the motor and lowering it? I just bought one and I've been contemplating the way the airbox comes up on either side of the frame. Doesn't look like there's much wiggle room left to get the carbs away from the airbo

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: If I only had space...

I'd snag it in a minute for that if it were withing 200 miles. Glenn On Mar 7, 9:59 pm, Minh Trat wrote: > It's a 550, I don't know the year though. I'm only really looking for a > seat cowl (top plastic part above the metal fairing). The tank and paint > looks decent. > On Mar 7, 2012 6:50 PM,

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Well?

Once you get tags and insurance on it and want to take if for a proper ride, I'm in Alpharetta and always ready to saddle up on the weekends. Glenn On Mar 7, 8:24 pm, surfswab wrote: > Thanks, Allen.  It really is.  Spent a lotta time explaining Naked > Wings to truck drivers hanging around admi

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Odd 78 CB550K with dual front brakes

I've got one exactly like it, except for the front brakes, luggage rack, sissy bar, crash bars, and windshield. Your seat also has more of a dip in it than mine. May I ask you how it runs and how much you paid for it? That was my first bike, bought used in 1979, and I rode it across the country in

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Odd 78 CB550K with dual front brakes

h carbs cleaned and gas > flushed. > > > > > > > > On Thu, Mar 8, 2012 at 8:15 AM, EGrider wrote: > > I've got one exactly like it, except for the front brakes, luggage > > rack, sissy bar, crash bars, and windshield. Your seat also has more > > of a dip in it than

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Goldwing

Only old men can afford them, and even some of those can't. Glenn On Mar 11, 10:54 pm, Kurt Nolte wrote: > They are "old man bikes" because that's who I see on them, and old Rick WAS > an "old man." Old, but still awesome. > > Kurt > On Mar 11, 2012 10:45 PM, "Kyle Munz" wrote: > > > > > > > >

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Buying a 1982 Honda Nighthawk

You may find this information useful. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd8-cEkuB3s (How to buy a used old motorcycle) Glenn On Mar 13, 1:15 pm, Michael Burke wrote: > What to look out for and look for in this bikePrice tag > $800.00Pics look pretty goodOwner says that it does not smok

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Honda Goldwing for sale :(

Javier, Have you considered buying a motorcycle trailer, pulling the bikes up there, and selling the trailer? I bought a trailer on CL for $185, and I'm confident I could sell it again for that. If you are going to drive to Boston anyway, this would save you the problem of selling two bikes yo

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: found another site with a lot of manuals

I know this is a NH forum, but if anyone ever finds an XJ550 shop manual on line, I'd be very interested. On Thursday, March 22, 2012 8:47:58 AM UTC-4, Allen wrote: > > For those who work on different bikes > > http://blackbears.ru/index_en.​php?get=manual

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: clutch pressure plate and chain question

Be super careful with clutch bolts. I've found them to break off EASILY. In fact, one broke off on me before it ever "hit" so that I could start torquing it! I've become an expert at drilling holes in bolts to get them out with easy-outs without ruining the threads as I've had to do it twice in

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spotted today: vf500

I bought one of these with 20K miles from a kid in Butler, PA on Dec. 31, 2011 for $400 (craigslist bike). Since then I have put a new front tire on it, replaced the brake and clutch levers and one mirror, replaced the air filter, replaced the spark plugs, put a fuel filter in the gas line, and

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: '92 750 Nighthawk won't start

I had to pick the tank up on my 1996 NH to run a wire from the battery to a 12V "cigarette lighter" socket on the handlebars. After that, it wouldn't start. Problem was I didn't have the vacuum line from the petcock on right. Or maybe it wasn't on at all-my other bikes only have a fuel line out

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Modification to increase power in mid range for 91-03 705's

At least now I know why there are sheet metal screws in my pipes instead of rivets. Maybe someday I'll look inside and see how many holes the PO drilled. On Sunday, April 22, 2012 7:41:04 AM UTC-4, Allen wrote: > > That's known as the Hodge mod, for the guy who came up with the idea. I > did it

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: My sentiments exactly!

It may be true that there were some groovy grooves cut in the road that made riding a little squirrelly, but I prefer to think that this was a message from the DOT: "Ride a motorcycle, people! Get a clue!" On Thursday, May 10, 2012 5:50:37 PM UTC-4, EGrider wrote: > > Came up on

[Nighthawk Lovers] How to change handlebar grip?

My 750 NH got off weight on me in the driveway the other day and I dumped it. Only real evidence of the fall is the left handlebar grip got scuffed. No big deal, but I bought an OEM replacement. The old one is on there tight, as it should be. Can I get it off without cutting it off? How will I

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 83 CB650 Carb repair

You probably already know this, but i...@xj4ever.com will get you just about any XJ part if you don't mind paying his prices. On Wednesday, May 23, 2012 4:37:05 PM UTC-4, kiwinPA wrote: > > carb boots for the CB650SC are plentiful, try getting them for a Yamaha > XJ650 > > On May 23, 2012, at 2:

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Tsunami Harley floats 4,000 miles to Canada

I can attest to the fact that the license plate does indeed say "Miyagi," but why does it look like it was stuck over top another? Yes, Harley's are popular in Japan for the noise and the image. On Sunday, May 27, 2012 9:49:07 PM UTC-4, surfswab wrote: > > And the dealer he bought it from has o

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Gas filter

I dunno, I threw on one of those plexiglass ones they sell at Cycle Gear. Noting particularly ugly about it and no too visible unless you squat down and look under the tank. I like the ounce of prevention. On Monday, April 23, 2012 2:49:40 PM UTC-4, Fred wrote: > > Hi Guys > > I want to put

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone know anything about '82 Yamaha Maxim 650?

Speaking of 650 Maxims, here's a weird ad for one on c/l now. http://nashville.craigslist.org/mcy/3065507619.html On Friday, June 8, 2012 8:13:29 AM UTC-4, Nate R. - Phily, PA - 83 650 wrote: > > Hey everybody, > I know this is a bit off topic but my brother-in-law is looking at a > '82 Yamaha

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Some (pricey) 750s

Being in Atlanta, I saw those and got my eyebrows raised, too. Looks like my '96 should go for $4K or something. My guess is that these guys' phones ain't ringin'. I also wonder how that third needed a paint job and new seat in 4700 miles. Did he park it in the back yard under a tree? On Sunda

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Yamaha Seca?

The Seca was the upright-riding-position version of the Maxim, wasn't it? The relationship was analogous to the Sabre and the Magna. My Maxim shop manual says "Maxim or Seca" for almost everything. Haven't seen one kitted-out like that with a fairing with lowers and bags. If it's mechanically

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Squeaking Drum Brakes

My rear brakes started to squeak on my 750 NH, so I changed the shoes and it went away. The front brakes squeaked terribly on my CB550K no matter what I did until I discovered it's the backs of the pads that cause the squeaks, not the pads themselves or the rotors. I sprayed the backs with some

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Electrical Idiot

A little while back, the headlight on my NH just stopped working, both high and low beams. You say you tested the headlight and it works. So did I. I'm going to assume that this means you got the headlight and 2 pieces of wire and touched them directly to the battery, yes? That should mean you h

[Nighthawk Lovers] Appalachian experience?

Next week I’ve got a week off from work, and I’m planning on taking my NH north from Atlanta into the great unknown. I’ll be doing Deal’s Gap and the Dragon (that’s no-brainer), but after that I’m open to suggestions. I’ve been told that Gatlinburg is very nice and well worth a visit, so that

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Appalachian experience?

the meanwhile, I'd still appreciate any and all suggestions from the list. On Thursday, June 28, 2012 10:07:59 AM UTC-4, EGrider wrote: > > Next week I’ve got a week off from work, and I’m planning on taking my NH > north from Atlanta into the great unknown. I’ll be doing Deal’s

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Appalachian experience?

Javier, thanks for the nice idea. Let's see how my butt feels after a few days and I'll let you know! On Thursday, June 28, 2012 10:07:59 AM UTC-4, EGrider wrote: > > Next week I’ve got a week off from work, and I’m planning on taking my NH > north from Atlanta into the gre

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Appalachian experience?

'll have more > time. Or you can establish a base camp (motel or campground), leave > your gear there, explore all you like, and come back at the end of the > day, rather than run out of daylight and have to scramble for lodging > (during the tourist season). > > >

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Oil change

I just went through this with an 81 XJ550. To make matters worse, the engine was filled to the top with gasoline when I bought it, so heat was not an option.(I had drained the crankcase, but I knew the oil filter case was full of a gas-oil mixture.) Sears sells these neat-o easy outs for bolts.

[Nighthawk Lovers] Chain replacement

First of all, thanks to all who offered suggestions on my trip up the Blue Ridge Parkway. I couldn't get as far up north as I wanted to at the request of the person sitting behind me, but we loved the trip, rain and all. We made it to Blowing Rock, NC before looping over into TN and down through

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Chain replacement

I buy. On Friday, July 6, 2012 3:05:44 PM UTC-4, EGrider wrote: > > First of all, thanks to all who offered suggestions on my trip up the Blue > Ridge Parkway. I couldn't get as far up north as I wanted to at the request > of the person sitting behind me, but we loved the trip, rain

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Chain replacement

s pulled into the engine and gets locked up usually > cracking the case and can severely injure your left leg. Just a thought. > Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T > ------ > *From: * EGrider > *Sender: * nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com > *Date: *Fri

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: oil screen

I've removed the oil pan and checked the oil screen, but I've never had to remove it. If you see that it needs cleaning, I've been told to blow it clean with compressed air. Naturally, you don't want to use gasoline to clean it. On Saturday, July 14, 2012 10:46:42 AM UTC-4, bobc...@gmail.com wr

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] sad to see her go, but gotta move on :(

I taught there for 15 months back in the late 80's. The experience changed the course of my whole life, and it may well change yours. Being a mountainous peninsula, Korea does have some great roads, and the ocean views can be super, too. Bikes tend to be small, though. I had a 250, but I loved

[Nighthawk Lovers] Best way to reattach side cover nibs?

This may be dumb and trivial, but here goes. I just bought a cheap bike for parts or a flip. It has both side covers, but one still had the nib and the top part of the cover stuck in the bike when I removed it. It had cracked off previously. I've got some glue from a dollar store hanging around

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Arthur's Great Ride

Ever since I watched "The Motorcycle Diaries" (which I've done about 8 times now), I've wanted to ride from Argentina to Venezuela. Call it my "Victory lap." Well, this past May I did a 3-day ride on a rented Honda NX400 Falcon from Cuzco, Peru to Machu Picchu and back and it was outrageous! I

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Arthur's Great Ride

Friend of a friend rode his bike from the Netherlands to South Africa, had the bike shipped to Argentina, and then rode it up to Maine to where the mutual friend I mentioned lives. Now that's a man. On Sunday, August 19, 2012 1:35:01 PM UTC-4, jaybird248 wrote: > > A riding club buddy of mine ha

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Got a free bike today

Here in GA, if a VIN search comes up clean, you can put tags on it with proof of insurance. That's it. I've bought bikes from RI, WV, PA, and NC with no titles and put tags on them. I actually only own one bike that has a clear title. It's great living in the midst of states that essentially fo

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: sharp

I would much rather see it restored in the stock Wineberry color with the decals put back on it than like that. Beautiful old Hondas in non-Honda colors in general don't do it for me. Maybe I'm a purist, but I even put original tires on my bikes, like the K505s on my '96 NH and Bridgestones on

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: sharp

I'm with surf. That bike in that color is just wrong. On Friday, August 31, 2012 1:57:51 AM UTC-4, a-train wrote: > > > > http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/mcy/3221894280.html > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Honda Shadow RS

If you like the riding position, try a Magna. I have two '84 V30s and I love them. Low weight, low saddle height, high horsepower, high torque, comfortable riding position, 6 speeds. What's not to like? On Sunday, September 2, 2012 1:30:33 PM UTC-4, ross.m.jamison wrote: > > Does anyone own or

[Nighthawk Lovers] Question for all you CDI experts

This is about my V30, not my NH, but I'm going to guess that they both have largely the same electronic components. I have a 1984 V30/ VF500C. I bought another one just like it for $200. Pretty nice shape, but the cylinders are not getting spark. The guy I bought it from said he tested the coil

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Question for all you CDI experts

Thanks. I will certainly do that. But it was the part about hooking the battery back up and turning it on that I was worried about. On Tuesday, September 4, 2012 2:39:28 PM UTC-4, EGrider wrote: > > This is about my V30, not my NH, but I'm going to guess that they both > have la

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Watch out for trailers...

Video is gone from YouTube, but you can still see it here: http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/49019388#49019388 in case you missed it. On Wednesday, September 12, 2012 11:41:04 AM UTC-4, Javier Gar

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: colour code '84 NH 700sc

Surf, great link, but it looks like it only goes back to 1986. How did you know it was right for an 84? Was it because it was black? I'm wondering where I could get a touch up pen for a maroon 1984 VF500C. On Thursday, September 27, 2012 3:49:28 PM UTC-4, Eelco wrote: > > Hello everybody. My na

[Nighthawk Lovers] Sprocket mod question

A while back, surfswab and maybe some others mentioned a sprocket mod for 91-03 750 Nighthawks detailed on nighthawk750.com. Since I need to change my front sprocket, I was thinking of trying the 16-tooth mod for the front. Just got off the phone with sprocketspecialists.com, and I'm looking at

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Sprocket mod question

turned to you guys. On Friday, November 9, 2012 6:23:40 PM UTC-5, Hap wrote: > > have you checked out BikeBandit? I know they have them but don't recall > their price. > > On Friday, November 9, 2012 2:21:02 PM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: >> >> A while back, surfswab

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Sprocket mod question

27;m already in 5th gear on my NH, but this could be an effect of my daily ride, a V30 with OD, and not the NH's gearing itself. Thanks to all who responded. On Friday, November 9, 2012 2:21:02 PM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: > > A while back, surfswab and maybe some others mentioned a spr

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] I must be even crazier

; breaks the north-south road continuity and forces you to ‘go around’ it. > > > > Dennis > > Christchurch, New Zealand > > > > *From:* nighthaw...@googlegroups.com [mailto: > nighthaw...@googlegroups.com ] *On Behalf Of *EGrider > *Sent:* Monday, No

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: I must be even crazier

thing is still doable. Will I have the guts to try it, or take the regret to my grave? On Sunday, November 11, 2012 11:05:19 AM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: > > OK, you iron butts. I might have mentioned this before, but ever since I > watched "The Motorcycle Diaries" I've been d

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CDI question

Just bought 2 CDI boxes off Ebay for a bike I'm restoring. They were both bad, so it happens. Paid $50 for the pair with free shipping, so I'm feeling OK about that, at least until I find out if they work. On Saturday, November 17, 2012 1:01:44 AM UTC-5, brian lindsley wrote: > > does anyone kno

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: CDI question

I read somewhere,maybe here, that the only way to check one is to put it on another bike.I plugged the boxes into my running bike and it would not fire. I plugged the originals back and it fired right up. So off to Ebay I went. We'll see what happens when the new ones arrive. On Saturday, Novem

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Sprocket mod question

of course closed this Turkey Day, but do they make easy-outs that will work on that? Is that the way to go? I tried to get some mini vice grips on it, but that didn't come close to working. Any suggestions are welcome. On Friday, November 9, 2012 2:21:02 PM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: > > A

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Got the bike Winterized....

Move to Georgia is what you should have done much earlier! 70 degrees predicted for Atlanta today and the hills are calling. Let's ride! On Saturday, December 1, 2012 9:09:08 PM UTC-5, Joey wrote: > > Finally... > Standing out side in insulated coveralls - in 22 degree weather - with > snow on t

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1984 Honda Nighthawk

It always amazes me when people ask big bucks and run pictures like that. I've got a $100 washing machine on craigslist now that has better pictures than that. On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 11:12:59 AM UTC-5, nighthawkin wrote: > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ite

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re:

Have no idea how it happened after all these years, but apparently my gmail account was hacked last night and this was sent. Password was changed and hopefully that was enough. Sorry, folks. On Friday, December 21, 2012 6:19:25 PM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: > > http://jimbeckman.com/

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Intercoms

I bought a wired one for $150 that does what it says. I like the fact that I can jack an ipod into it and it automatically turns down the music when someone talks. I'm on vacation now and the unit is at home in my closet, but it was something simple like "Motocom." I'd like to get something I c

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Highway Bars / Crash Bars for 2000 NightHawk 750

I had the same problem. There are stainless steel bars made in Vietnam available on Ebay (or was it Amazon)? I have also seen a guy someone selling a pair of them that were "brand new but didn't fit." Me, I bought another 750 NH that had what I wanted (engine guards, center stand, sissy bar) an

[Nighthawk Lovers] New 16-tooth front sprocket on my NH 750

In November or so I wrote asking how to get a stuck bolt out of my front sprocket cover so that I could change the front sprocket. Well, it took until now to get it done, but here's a report. One member suggested I try an SAE allen wrench that would be a bit larger. This just rounded off as we

[Nighthawk Lovers] Leak in a newish front tire

I took my bike out of the garage Sunday and the front tire felt spongy. Filled it up and rode it a couple hours. Went to take it out again on Tuesday and it was spongy again (9 lbs), so it's got a leak I've never had a leaky front tire before. It's a Shinko, just about 1 year old with plenty o

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Corbin seat

I called on a craigslist Corbin seat the other day but it had already sold. The width of my 96 750NH gives me a charley horse, like it's trying to pull my hips out of their sockets at the red lights. If a Corbin was narrower, I could go for that. On Wednesday, January 30, 2013 8:40:29 AM UTC-5

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Interesting...

Pretty enterprising to lose your job and then go out and create that from Cleveland, Ohio. And being from Cleveland myself, I knew what he was talking about when he mentioned Quaker Steak and Lube. I've never been to their bike night, but I've enjoyed their all you can eat wings. As far as the

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Why I need a new shed....

At least get a big tarp from Harbor Freight to cover it and keep it on the center stand, if you have one... On Saturday, February 9, 2013 5:46:21 PM UTC-5, Joey wrote: > > Frustrating! > -Joey > > -- > -Joey Kelley > JoeyKelley.com - My Life Online > JoeyFixesComputers.com - Its What I

[Nighthawk Lovers] Anyone tried the Harbor Freight ultrasonic cleaner?

I recently saw on another forum the comment "buy an ultrasonic cleaner from Harbor Freight and you'll never clean another carb." (http://www.harborfreight.com/25-liter-ultrasonic-cleaner-95563.html) But I read Mike Nixon's site (http://www.simplycarbs.com/files/ultrasonic_carburetor_cleaning_v7.

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: New Member--Larry in SC

Larry, welcome to the group. I live in the NE suburbs of Atlanta, ride a '96 Nighthawk 750 among other bikes, and get up into the Carolinas every chance I get. I'd be happy to meet up somewhere around the GA-SC-NC border sometime for a ride. My name's Glenn. On Sunday, February 17, 2013 10:41:

[Nighthawk Lovers] Anyone use handlebar risers?

Took my '96 750 NH out for a ride Sunday, and maybe I'm getting old, but I thought that I'd like to have my handlebars a little higher and farther back to take some of the pressure off my hands and wrists. Has anyone put risers on their 750? How much up and back is possible on a stock setup? Is

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone use handlebar risers?

Hawaii Sean, ain't it the truth? Very cool, very affordable. I'm feeling dumb. Thanks! On Wednesday, February 27, 2013 5:15:13 PM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: > > Took my '96 750 NH out for a ride Sunday, and maybe I'm getting old, but I > thought that I'd like to

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Tach on 96 750 acting up

I'd be lost without a tach. It's my gear indicator and the only thing that keeps me from reaching for 6th gear (which I do all the time anyway). On Tuesday, February 26, 2013 7:18:20 PM UTC-5, Hawaii Sean wrote: > > So my tachometer is doing what I call the "happy dance" - jumping up and > down

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone use handlebar risers?

Surfswab, I know you said you've got tailbone issues; I'll tell you what I think when I get them on the bike and test ride them. On Wednesday, February 27, 2013 5:15:13 PM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: > > Took my '96 750 NH out for a ride Sunday, and maybe I'm getting old, but I

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Honda DN 01

I've only actually seen one of these in the flesh, parked in a Harley dealership parking lot. Maybe they were inside looking to buy something that shifted. If it weren't for the automatic transmission, I'd love to have one. I think an automatic tranny might have killed the Pacific Coast as well

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Honda DN 01

Maybe, but that would mean that Honda figured new riders were going to line up to cut their teeth on a $15K machine. I'd like to see the minutes of that planning meeting. They should make the automatic an option, as on the Civic, IMHO. On Saturday, March 2, 2013 4:32:46 PM UTC-5, nighthawkin w

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Need 83 550 Pipes

There's a whole parts 550 on CL in northern Ohio if you're anywhere near there. Got a luggage rack, too: http://cleveland.craigslist.org/mcy/3623397312.html Maybe the pipes are good. On Wednesday, March 6, 2013 3:33:47 PM UTC-5, Steve wrote: > > I need replacement pipes for a 83 550 Night Hawk

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Anyone use handlebar risers?

(uh-huh, uh-huh) I like it (uh-huh, uh-huh)"... Oh, and I got my $200 craigslist V30 to fire yesterday, first time. It was a good weekend! On Wednesday, February 27, 2013 5:15:13 PM UTC-5, EGrider wrote: > > Took my '96 750 NH out for a ride Sunday, and maybe I'm getting old,

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: whats the difference between seafoam, motor flush and kerosene?

Looks like no one is posting this link, so I will: http://hildstrom.com/projects/seafoam/index.html I thought I got this link from this list a while back. Haven't tried it because I don't see the naphtha on the shelves. On Saturday, March 16, 2013 6:34:10 PM UTC-4, nighthawkin wrote: > > I can

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 550 on Craigslist!

Here's one I'd rather own: http://athensga.craigslist.org/mcy/3677372597.html On Friday, March 22, 2013 2:10:49 PM UTC-4, Joey wrote: > > Looks at least halfway decent: > http://maine.craigslist.org/mcy/3697200081.html > -Joey > > -- > -Joey Kelley > JoeyKelley.com - My Life Online > Joe

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: lost key to 82 450 nighthawk

surf, how do you know this stuff? I'd also like you to just dump your browser bookmarks and post them. I've gotten some great links from you. This is not to detract from the other great info I've gotten from other riders from posting and lurking here. On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 4:06:31 AM UTC-4,

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1990 Honda Africa Twin

I saw my first Transalp last year down in Peru. I'd love to have one for the trip to Argentina I continue to mull over. I was surprised to find out they were actually sold here for like 2 years. On Monday, April 1, 2013 10:23:46 PM UTC-4, nighthawkin wrote: > > don't see these every day... > >

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: lost key to 82 450 nighthawk

surf, who do you recommend for such a service in the Atlanta area? I've got a bike that had the ignition replaced by the PO and I've had my key unsuccessfully duplicated twice by a guy in my hometown is why I ask. On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 4:06:31 AM UTC-4, greentxnighthawk wrote: > > Dose any1

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: lost key to 82 450 nighthawk

Haven't tried the key code trick and can't really because, like I say, the ignition was replaced by the PO, so I have one key for the ignition and one for the gas and helmet. I took the keys to 2 different locksmiths in Ohio and the keys did not work when I got back to Atlanta. One warned the n

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Long time lurker, first post (high idle problems)

There's a whole page of opinions on derusting a tank over at sohc4.net. Essentially, the posts fall into two camps: using The Works toilet cleaner or Klean-Strip "Prep & Etch" phosphoric acid. I did a copy and paste of some of the posts, which probably breaks some kind of copyright, but here go

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] 80's v45 magna's and sabre's

As far as owning one, I presently have three 1984 V30 Magnas in my garage, although only one is tagged. I guess you can tell that I love that bike. I've never ridden a V45, but I'd like to. I just put a jet kit in my tagged bike and it flies. Parts are readily available, but I prefer to just buy

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Long time lurker, first post (high idle problems)

There's a guy on YouTube who shows how to get the carbs back on an 80's V45 Magna. He suggests making carb boot tea with hot water to soften them before putting the carbs on with a ratchet strap and pry bars. His suggestion to rub the insides of the boots with motor oil seemed to help when I pu

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 80's v45 magna's and sabre's

I don't own any bikes that have drive shafts, so for me it's a non-issue. On Sunday, April 7, 2013 5:48:20 PM UTC-4, nighthawkin wrote: > > So are these bikes not worth peoples time any more? Or is it cause of > lack of parts? I hear the carbs are a real bear. The sabre seems to be a > lot

[Nighthawk Lovers] Restoring color to weathered plastic parts

Struck up a conversation with the gas man the other day, and he said he uses a heat gun to restore the color to faded black plastic around the wheel wells of his car. Says it's just like spray painting. Made me wonder if that was better than spray painting faded inner fenders, etc. on bikes. An

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1983 CB650SC Oil filter bolt / air filter

I'm looking at an oil drain plug online right now from Parts n More: http://www.partsnmore.com/parts/honda/cb650sc/?filters[fitting]=custom It says it fits years 82-85 and costs $7. I've found this website to be very useful. Good luck with your bike. On Friday, May 3, 2013 5:20:54 PM UTC-4, Er

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: 1983 CB650SC Oil filter bolt / air filter

Oh, sorry. I didn't read carefully. You probably found the Emgo ones. I ordered one for a XJ550 once, and it didn't fit (too long). So even if you order the "right thing," there's no guarantee it will fit. I ended up buying the whole filter housing off of Ebay. Luckily, it wasn't my daily ride.

[Nighthawk Lovers] Brake pad

You guys may remember last summer I was wanting to ride the Blue Ridge Highway up north from Atlanta and made it as far as Blowing Rock, NC on a recommendation from a list member. Well, I'm going to reattempt it Memorial Day week, and this time I hope to make it up to the DC area or so before I

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Brake pad

Well, Allen, I've come to respect your opinion as I imagine everybody has, so HH pads it is. Thanks. On Tuesday, May 7, 2013 1:35:32 PM UTC-4, EGrider wrote: > > You guys may remember last summer I was wanting to ride the Blue Ridge > Highway up north from Atlanta and made it as

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Brake pad

a little grab sounds good to me. Anybody need some brake shoes for a 1984 V30, cheap? On Tuesday, May 7, 2013 1:35:32 PM UTC-4, EGrider wrote: > > You guys may remember last summer I was wanting to ride the Blue Ridge > Highway up north from Atlanta and made it as far as Blowing Rock, NC

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Brake pad

a beat, esp. because I was out of state and a ticket would have been inconvenient to say the least. Either he wasn't looking or he sympathized, because he never followed me. Would organic sponge have helped? Maybe. On Tuesday, May 7, 2013 1:35:32 PM UTC-4, EGrider wrote: > > Y

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Two weeks and my car hasn't moved!

I've got two words for you, sir: Frogg Toggs. On Thursday, May 9, 2013 7:32:06 AM UTC-4, Joey wrote: > > All, > Picked up the new bike on 4/10 - one month as of tomorrow. My car > hasn't moved for two weeks. I've put over 1400 miles on the bike in less > than a month, and I didn't even g

[Nighthawk Lovers] 1983 650 Nighthawk on Cleveland craigslist

So I'm sitting here in Georgia on Sunday morning looking at the bikes for sale in my old stomping grounds of Cleveland, Ohio, and I see this ad for a 1983 650 Nighthawk: http://cleveland.craigslist.org/mcy/3796648906.html OK, so poor pictures like that can hide a lot, but I'd be on this in a h

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: About Lane Splitting

I spent over 20 years in Japan. This is normal rider behavior. I could not have imagined being stuck in Tokyo traffic jams on a bike. Over there, though, there is almost nothing bigger than a 400, so it's easy to get around and through cars on them. I didn't ride between moving cars, though. I

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: What does everyone carry vs long & short trips

Good timing on this. I'm getting ready to do 6 days on my Nighthawk starting Sunday. Thanks. On Thursday, May 23, 2013 1:39:03 AM UTC-4, pa_...@verizon.net wrote: > > Hey Gibby- > > Allen's list covered it! > > Smart clothing gear helps too, . . > > I have the stock CB550 tool kit & it has a 1

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: What does everyone carry vs long & short trips

I put Dairyland's roadside assistance rider on my MC policy this year. Has anybody who has this had to use it? Just wondering. I was $10/yr. On Thursday, May 23, 2013 1:39:03 AM UTC-4, pa_...@verizon.net wrote: > > Hey Gibby- > > Allen's list covered it! > > Smart clothing gear helps too, . .

[Nighthawk Lovers] Just got back from 5 days on my Nighthawk

Just got back from 5 days on my yellow 1996 Nighthawk 750. I rode it from Atlanta, up or along the Blue Ridge Parkway into northern Virginia, and then went over to DC. After a day in DC, I rode it back nearly non-stop yesterday from DC to ATL on I-95 and I-85. The bike was FLAWLESS. Before the

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Just got back from 5 days on my Nighthawk

I've got a motorcycle trip to Argentina on my bucket list-tentatively next year this time. For that, I'll need to invest in paniers. On Friday, May 31, 2013 9:10:49 AM UTC-4, EGrider wrote: > > Just got back from 5 days on my yellow 1996 Nighthawk 750. I rode it from > Atlanta, up or

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Just got back from 5 days on my Nighthawk

PM UTC-4, Joey wrote: > > Out of curiosity - how often did you stop on your trip? Have you made and > seat or suspension changes from stock? > -Joey > > > On Fri, May 31, 2013 at 1:34 PM, EGrider >wrote: > >> I've been doing something like this

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Just got back from 5 days on my Nighthawk

:52:21 PM UTC-4, Javier Garcia wrote: > > Man, now I feel embarrassed. My NH is in DC and I am having cold feet > about the idea of riding here to Boston. I did it with my cbr a couple of > weeks ago and it was kind of rough... now I will have to reconsider... > > > On Fr

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Just got back from 5 days on my Nighthawk

> you? > > Looks like the trip was fun. > > On May 31, 6:10 am, EGrider wrote: > > Just got back from 5 days on my yellow 1996 Nighthawk 750. I rode it > from > > Atlanta, up or along the Blue Ridge Parkway into northern Virginia, and > > then went over to DC

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Just got back from 5 days on my Nighthawk

roads and I'll buy lunch if you get up our way (Maine) > -Joey > > > On Fri, May 31, 2013 at 2:13 PM, EGrider >wrote: > >> Javier, my original idea was to make it to Maine and do a loop through NH >> and VT, as those are 3 states I've never been i

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