My new Ride!!
06-27-2012, 01:38 PM
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My new Ride!!
I would like to Introduce my self as a new superhawk owner! I have 4 years under the belt with an F4i and cannot believe the change in ride of a Vtwin. I'm loving everything about this bike.
Just purchased this 98 Superhawk in PA a few days ago and shes mostly stock which is incredible. 19k miles and pretty well kept, a few nics and scratches here an there. Tossed a pic up there for all to see.
New handgrips are on there way and currently looking to do a two Brothers setup and Corbin solo seat with Cowl.
Btw I appreciate the knowledge you all have put into this forum. I have learned a lot about this bike before purchase and commend those who are taking the time to share their experiences. I'm stoked to be in the community!
Happy Riding
Just purchased this 98 Superhawk in PA a few days ago and shes mostly stock which is incredible. 19k miles and pretty well kept, a few nics and scratches here an there. Tossed a pic up there for all to see.
New handgrips are on there way and currently looking to do a two Brothers setup and Corbin solo seat with Cowl.
Btw I appreciate the knowledge you all have put into this forum. I have learned a lot about this bike before purchase and commend those who are taking the time to share their experiences. I'm stoked to be in the community!
Happy Riding
06-27-2012, 02:02 PM
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Welcome aboard +1 on the color!! I used to live in southeastern PA, great roads back there and down thru Del and Maryland and West by god Virginia!
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06-27-2012, 06:00 PM
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Im def looking into doing work on my own.. I like to get my hands dirty. The VFR tank swap looks promising as the roads out here are long and beautiful and longer rides are pure truth.
Have you all seen the Ogio No drag Mach series back packs? I just picked one up and its crazy awesome for commuters.
06-27-2012, 06:31 PM
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Welcome!! LMK when you wanna gtg for a ride. I'm right on rt15 10 miles north Gettysburg!
Hoovey and I just did a 100 mile loop that was awesome. If you don't know any roads "up here", you're in for a treat.
Hoovey and I just did a 100 mile loop that was awesome. If you don't know any roads "up here", you're in for a treat.
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06-27-2012, 06:40 PM
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Shoot me a PM Ill hit you with my number and we can connect up.
06-27-2012, 10:02 PM
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Welcome I am in the philly area Id be down for a ride also... I am sure you read about th the ccts you may want to replace them sooner than later (weather stockers or manuals) a fresh set is a cheap price to pay compared to bending valves...
06-28-2012, 06:35 AM
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Yea this is a good call. I think I have the thread bookmarked, ill go re read it and start the plunge. Thank you for the reminder! Ill have to utilize the possible rainy weekend haha.
Is it a general consensus to also have the PAIR removed? I read that it has benefits but are they strictly benefits when observing an issue with sputtering or backfires? or does removing it serve a greater good?
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06-28-2012, 07:25 AM
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Speaking only for myself, the biggest benefit I observe is less clutter near the carbs & valve covers which makes it somewhat easier when you're trying to reach in those areas for any maintenance.
06-28-2012, 07:49 AM
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The pair is essentially the appendix of the bike. Honda woulda never put it on in a perfect world. It only kinda helps the emmissions at some rpm by putting clean air into the exhaust.
It is worth yanking it as cranky mentioned if only to reduce clutter. Its basicly a mess of useless stuff
It is worth yanking it as cranky mentioned if only to reduce clutter. Its basicly a mess of useless stuff
06-28-2012, 07:54 AM
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Big +1. It's like taking all the stickers off a new computer. You kinda don't want to because that's how it came and it makes it more OEM "stock", but once removed it's so much cleaner (like the original designers probably intended) and you never look back...
06-28-2012, 08:14 AM
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Good to see another superhawk in MD! I'm in Northern Harford Co. if you want to meet up for a ride. Keep me in the local pm loop. We should ride one big loop that goes through or near everyones town. I'll work on a possible route and let the md/pa guys know. See ya, Tim
06-28-2012, 08:28 AM
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I appreciate the feedback on this. There is certainly an appeal for a clean non cluttered look. Ill look into doing this then as i'm prepared to do my own work. Thanks Cranky for additional clarification.
06-28-2012, 08:29 AM
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Good to see another superhawk in MD! I'm in Northern Harford Co. if you want to meet up for a ride. Keep me in the local pm loop. We should ride one big loop that goes through or near everyones town. I'll work on a possible route and let the md/pa guys know. See ya, Tim
06-28-2012, 09:45 AM
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I de-paired mine when I did my Mccts, since I was in there already and had gotten my block-off plates previously. I took out the whole system. Everything is a lot tidier and as stated by the other members makes it a lot easier to access. My kit came with the plates and hose/airbox caps.
I did not have a lot of deaccel pops running my two bros carbon slip-ons before, but I have none now. Engine braking seems a little more pronounced.
I did not have a lot of deaccel pops running my two bros carbon slip-ons before, but I have none now. Engine braking seems a little more pronounced.
06-28-2012, 09:59 AM
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I de-paired mine when I did my Mccts, since I was in there already and had gotten my block-off plates previously. I took out the whole system. Everything is a lot tidier and as stated by the other members makes it a lot easier to access. My kit came with the plates and hose/airbox caps.
I did not have a lot of deaccel pops running my two bros carbon slip-ons before, but I have none now. Engine braking seems a little more pronounced.
I did not have a lot of deaccel pops running my two bros carbon slip-ons before, but I have none now. Engine braking seems a little more pronounced.
Good to know! do you happen to remember where you got your kit from? Kits make things simple haha.
06-28-2012, 10:24 AM
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Pair block-off plates Kit.
I got mine (after looking for my paperwork) off a vender on fleabay. Since then I noticed that there was/are a few members on this forum who are selling them.
Mine came from Powder Keg Racing-WI. It came with instructions and was fairly thick.
Jake, the owner was very helpful and friendly.
I was not able to find anyone who still made them in our forum at the time so I bought
outside. I am very happy with them and the install went well, except my micro torque wrench decided to take a dump at the time and I had to tighten by feel. Got a new one the next day and went over the install retorquing everything.
I got mine (after looking for my paperwork) off a vender on fleabay. Since then I noticed that there was/are a few members on this forum who are selling them.
Mine came from Powder Keg Racing-WI. It came with instructions and was fairly thick.
Jake, the owner was very helpful and friendly.
I was not able to find anyone who still made them in our forum at the time so I bought
outside. I am very happy with them and the install went well, except my micro torque wrench decided to take a dump at the time and I had to tighten by feel. Got a new one the next day and went over the install retorquing everything.
06-28-2012, 10:42 AM
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06-28-2012, 11:55 AM
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There's an excellent PAIR removal thread in the knowledgebase. Forum member Superdutyd makes very good plates very cheap. Anything else like vacuum plugs you can get from an auto parts store or make up from stuff you probably have laying around anyway.
06-28-2012, 01:58 PM
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Thanks 8451H, maybe just less popping but I need to get repacking again. Boy they do let you know when they need it, especially after having ridden the VFR for all these months with its stock exhaust.
I do remember Superdutyd making mod parts. Used some info and writeups that included him in my install along with the pair removal threads. Our threads are a wealth of knowledge and contain little inserts that general instructions do not contain. Along with great pics
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I do remember Superdutyd making mod parts. Used some info and writeups that included him in my install along with the pair removal threads. Our threads are a wealth of knowledge and contain little inserts that general instructions do not contain. Along with great pics
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