kathybrj 
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« on: January 15, 2012, 07:37:32 PM » |
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 Just got it home after picking it up in Saranac Lake, NY. It was -10 degrees when we picked it up! Got it and a new textile riding jacket for $780. This bike will be for our 21 year old and 18 year old to ride after going to MSF courses this spring. It seems to be in good condition. It's not starting well but none of our other bikes start well in sub-zero temps. We'd like to get the short grab rail for the back. If anyone is interested in the tall one that's on it with the pad let me know! |
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« Reply #1 on: January 15, 2012, 09:35:47 PM » |
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Welcome from Maryland. A family that rides together stays together.  |
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bajakirch
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« Reply #2 on: January 15, 2012, 09:55:49 PM » |
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Welcome, from another owner of the One-Year Wonder.
I don't start very well at -10, either.
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It's not a big motorcycle
Just a groovy little motorbike
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« Reply #3 on: January 15, 2012, 10:13:27 PM » |
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 to the forum. Pretty cool to get the kids a nighthawk to ride. Are you looking to adopt?  Best of luck with the new bike.
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mattrowe19
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« Reply #4 on: January 15, 2012, 10:57:32 PM » |
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to the forum! Nice looking bike. I'd like to nominate you for parents of the year.
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kathybrj
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« Reply #5 on: January 16, 2012, 04:58:49 AM » |
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Thanks for the welcomes! We are definitely a riding family. Hubby is one of 6 children- 4 of whom ride. We all have older kids (late teens to mid 20's) that are in various stages of learning to ride/licensed/somewhat experienced riders. Family rides usually consist of at least 7-8 bikes at a time. Our two children are some of the youngest in the family so we were looking for a good starter bike for them.
Hubby used to own a V45 Sabre (1982) and his brother still has his and rides it regularly. We decided on looking for a Nighthawk because we know the Honda's of that era fairly well.
Our nephew in Seattle just purchased a 1992 NH 750 and he's loving it.
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« Reply #6 on: January 16, 2012, 07:14:56 AM » |
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I'd rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6
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« Reply #7 on: January 16, 2012, 07:59:06 AM » |
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Looks like a great bike to start with. |
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« Reply #8 on: January 16, 2012, 08:02:54 AM » |
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Thanks for the welcomes! We are definitely a riding family. Hubby is one of 6 children- 4 of whom ride. We all have older kids (late teens to mid 20's) that are in various stages of learning to ride/licensed/somewhat experienced riders. Family rides usually consist of at least 7-8 bikes at a time. Our two children are some of the youngest in the family so we were looking for a good starter bike for them.
Hubby used to own a V45 Sabre (1982) and his brother still has his and rides it regularly. We decided on looking for a Nighthawk because we know the Honda's of that era fairly well.
Our nephew in Seattle just purchased a 1992 NH 750 and he's loving it.
That is pretty cool. It is hard enough to get 7 or 8 friends together to ride let alone 7 or 8 family members. Good for you guys. |
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jonboy 69
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« Reply #9 on: January 16, 2012, 04:45:08 PM » |
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clean looking bike, now the long wait for spring weather. here's hoping we get two nice weeks in march this year here in upstate NY. nice find ...... john ......
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« Reply #10 on: March 12, 2012, 12:06:55 AM » |
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I have a short grab bar that i took off mine if you are still looking for one.
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kathybrj
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« Reply #11 on: March 12, 2012, 07:36:52 PM » |
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I have a short grab bar that i took off mine if you are still looking for one.
PM sent! |
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