RI-redhawk

Ey guys I just purchased a 98' SH with 17k miles on it. It's in pretty good shape. Only mod I know of is K&N filter and brake lines. It also has a cargo rack and hard bag that attaches . I bought The bike off Ebay. Drove 2 hours to get it and the bike didn't want to idle. I rode it, got up to speed but it stalled when I let off the gas. It's in my garage right now. I guess tommorow I'll clean the carbs and replace the plugs. The PO only put 2,000 miles on it since 01' so I suspect gummed carbs. Ill be hunting for exhaust and seat and lower cowls.

Vega (streetfighter)

Welcome. Your gonna love your bird.

drew_c14

Welcome!

Your stalling could be to much air. If you have a K&N but no re-jet then you are probably way lean.

RI-redhawk

Wow, you really think it would need to be jetted with just a K+N? Any one running one with stock jets?

Erik S.

Where in Rhode Island?

Where are the pics of your new bike?




And yes, most everyone on here will tell you that just a K&N can affect the Superhawk. Finnicky carbs.

RickB

My '02 has a K&N with stock jetting and never had any idle or stalling problems. I did however shim the needles with a #4 brass washer after running with the K&N for a while and would suggest at least doing that while you are in there anyways.

cal2az

Welcome and ENJOY your bird!

RI-redhawk

Bad news. I got the carbs out. The slow jets were clogged, got them cleaned up. Thought It was smooth sailing after that, just put her back together. NOPE, I broke the stupid choke plastic piece and starter valve on one of the carbs. I am so aggravted. And I found how expensive they are. Dammit I just want to ride.

Scoutpilot

Welcome to the forum!

Erik S.

Where in RI? I'm in RI also.

RI-redhawk

Warren. How bout you and what colors your hawk?

Erik S.

I live in Westerly. I don't make it your way very often, since I work in the opposite direction.

My is the fastest color: Yellow!

rbrais