Also, would you think the tire sizes are the same? The big news came when he told me that both carbs needed to be rebuilt. The engine also works extraordinarily well in real-world road-riding conditions, providing plenty of power both around town and out on the highway. Even rode it once on a highway trip 1969. Its single-cylinder engine makes it light and narrow, and the new chassis looks good and is the basis of its sure-footed handling. But when I see beginners out there on full-size Harleys, I cringe.
Bench sync the carbs so that one half of little hole in the throttle plate is exposed, so that you are close. Likewise the air-adjustable fork: despite its soft springing, the Nighthawk rarely bottoms on the backroads. The gearshift was balky and it felt buzzy but it was a training bike so it was probably beat. Plenty of power for me and handles like a dream. Related bikes List for comparison of specs. Was a daily rider traded in for a bigger machine. The engine also works extraordinarily well in real-world road-riding conditions, providing plenty of power both around town and out on the highway.
You can always tuck in tighter when desired. Changed the oil the old oil was like black water and in no time at all, started to shift just fine again. It is a standard bike, so not really forward controls like a cruiser, but not uncomfortable. Worldwide Shipping Assistance - Contact with your postal code for a shipping quote today! A mistake on the street can frequently be deadly. After a year and 2000 miles of learning, you will have a much better idea of what you would like next. Interestingly this group generally did not stick with motorcycling; they either had some sort of incident or lost interest within a couple of years, usually selling their dream bike at a significant loss. I would bet that the singular glaring reason Honda started using these wheels was the cut costs.
I learned a lot more skills in the dirt and was playing a lower stakes game. They really do run smooth and reliably. I looked around the interwebs and lucky me, I had bought one that had an engine that was only available for a single year so parts were scarce. Motorcycling is all about connecting with the road. Plus, its styling offers a modern take on the timeless roadster design. Around 50K miles Fair weather rider, etc.
In the cruisers, manufacturers want a low seat height, and the pegs move forward and un to comply. It still looked and ran like new as it disappeared around the corner. This cycle has the stock intake system and exhaust systems which have a very pleasant sound - check out the video! Recently replaced the spark plugs and cleaned up the carbs. Sometimes, less really is more. High mile bike 65k but ran perfectly.
And arguably nothing connects you better than a bike that has only the features you want. Review the following guidelines to see how easy it is to maximize your rewards and put your ZillaCash to work for you. In 1982 Honda gave the bike its biggest change, a bore job bumping the engine to present spec, along with stronger rod bolts and crank bearings to cope with the added power and heavier pistons. My only complaint is the 41 mpg I now get started out 38 mpg but a few tanks of Sea Foam helped clean the old carbs. Only cosmetic changes were made in 1983. Last week I went to open it up on the interstate and it bogged down. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to.
The Comstar wheels were replaced with a slightly different cast alloy wheel. Steering geometry is closer—both bikes have 30 degrees of rake, but the Nighthawk has a bit less trail 5. But it surely was the best first bike. This cycle shares many parts with other years and maintenance is simple with basic hand tools. Coincidently my chevy took a shit the same day. Regular maintenance and it just starts year after year never even a carb clean. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to.
You may not believe this, but. We take trade ins year round! We are here to serve you Tues-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5. Best first bike ever, so I kept it. The ZillaCash rewards program is very straightforward - if you have a RevZilla account, you may already be taking advantage of ZillaCash rewards. A six-speed gearbox introduced in 1980 lets the bike perform yeoman duty as everything from mini-tourer to novice peg scratcher. The small stature, light weight, and peppy motor make it a blast to zip around on.
The tach is inop, but may just need lubed. And arguably nothing connects you better than a bike that has only the features you want. Bottom line is a bike is meant to be fun and ecnomical and this is a good sized bike for both. Buyer entitled to, and recommended to seek, in-person or third-party inspection prior to listing end, at buyers expense, at sellers facility, or buyer knowingly accepts the condition of the vehicle sight unseen. I did, and my 2 lovely daughters rewarded me with the Nighthawk. Cheap, plentiful and scoffed at, but will get the job done. Buy new and ride it for a year.
Oh…I also changed the oil when the shifting gears started acting funny. You may not believe this, but. Can you believe the nerve??? Features may include: Wanna Start Riding? I have a cbr1100xx right now thatll do 155mph with a gear left and the 30 year riding journey couldnvt have had a better first date. It was fully serviced in our shop and is ready to ride with a fresh oil change, battery and carb clean. The engine also works extraordinarily well in real-world road-riding conditions, providing plenty of power both around town and out on the highway. We sell lots of bodywork.