nearlayinframe 
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« on: June 20, 2011, 08:46:28 PM » |
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This is my first bike.. I have ridden before but this is the first one iv owned... all and all its a great bike its clean and starts up everytime.. Ill post pics of it tomorrow. I do have a question though, can 750 parts be swapped on a 250 such as gas tank, motor and upgrading to 750 brakes? I hope these arnt dumb questions, but any help is appreciated ill be posting pics of it tomorrow
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JB1290
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« Reply #1 on: June 20, 2011, 09:02:17 PM » |
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 to the NHF. I don't think many of the parts from a 750 will be interchangeable with the 250.
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AmericanClassic
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« Reply #2 on: June 20, 2011, 09:46:45 PM » |
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It is unlikely any 750 parts can be swapped. I do believe the Honda Rebel front forks can be swapped, giving you a front disk, which for that bike would be more than enough.
My brothers first bike was a NH250. It was a pretty fun bike to take around the neighborhood.
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geemann
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« Reply #3 on: June 20, 2011, 11:45:28 PM » |
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to the NHF! we are kinda ravenous for pics around here, do the sooner the better!  i can understand if you have a need to tinker, but you would really be better off just buying a 750. unless you are fairly competent at welding and machining, or have a friend who is willing to do all the work for free/cheap, then you would likely spend just as much buying those parts and swaping them out as you would for an entire working 750. but that is just imho. where do you call home? cheers, -g |
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« Reply #4 on: June 21, 2011, 12:06:45 AM » |
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Nothing major will swap. Welcome to NHF! |
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« Reply #5 on: June 21, 2011, 07:10:36 AM » |
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I wouldn't alter it. If or when you decide you want something bigger you can likely sell it for enough to buy a bigger bike. The 250 seems to retain good resale value. It's a new rider favorite so there's a constant demand. Another point for it is its low seat height, which makes it one of the best choices for "lower altitude" folks who don't want a cruiser. |
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« Reply #6 on: June 21, 2011, 08:05:23 AM » |
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« Reply #7 on: June 21, 2011, 08:41:24 AM » |
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to the forum! I spent lots of time scooting around town on a 250 NH, they are great bikes. Take good care of it and ride safe! 
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« Reply #8 on: June 21, 2011, 09:14:45 AM » |
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to the forum. The 250 frame is different than the 750. I agree with geemann. For the cost of the work needed you could get a running 750 or maybe even two. They just don't cost that much. Enjoy the bike then sell to upgrade. Being a entry level bike they are easy to unload. You can usually get what you paid for it. So while your saving up money for your dream bike. CB750 nighthawk  ride the piss out of the 250 and when you have the money then sell the 250 and get a 750.
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nearlayinframe
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« Reply #9 on: June 21, 2011, 05:31:03 PM » |
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oh ok well here she is looks like i might make something custom out of it then haha  |
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« Reply #10 on: June 21, 2011, 06:00:47 PM » |
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 that looks pretty darn clean! enjoy the riding! cheers, -g
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nearlayinframe
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« Reply #11 on: June 21, 2011, 06:04:24 PM » |
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thanks man oh and home is Wilmington NC
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« Reply #12 on: October 28, 2011, 09:33:09 PM » |
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Nice looking bike. Not enough 250 threads around here, good to see one.
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