New Rider on a Gently Used 2022 Hawk DLX EFI

Do©Hawk · 10-26-2023, 01:40 PM

Hey everybody,

Been lurking for a little while, absorbing information. Picked up a used Hawk DLX late in the summer. I am a new Rider. I wasn't in the market for a motorcycle. It found me. The price was way to good to refuse and I needed some reliable transportation.

The Hawk has been mostly a commuter and a learning tool for me on my short commute to work. Being my 1st motorcycle, ever, I've got nothing to compare it to. Once I got passed the initial nerves and fears and got a little handy with the bike, I've been very pleased with no regrets.

I hope to keep learning more about my bike and riding in general and to contribute when I can.

Thanks er'body!

**cheesy** · 10-26-2023, 01:48 PM

Hiya.
If you are a new rider, I recommend getting into and Motorcycle Safety Foundation Beginner Riders class. You won't regret it.

**JerryHawk250** · 10-26-2023, 01:53 PM

Welcome! Hope you enjoy the forum.

Do©Hawk · 10-26-2023, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by cheesy

Hiya.
If you are a new rider, I recommend getting into and Motorcycle Safety Foundation Beginner Riders class. You won't regret it.

I took the beginner 2 day class a couple weeks after getting the bike. It was a great experience and I may pursue more of what's available. I passed the exam at the end and currently have my M endorsement.

Do©Hawk · 10-26-2023, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

Welcome! Hope you enjoy the forum.

Thank you! I enjoyed it before I signed up. I imagine it will only get better from here.

buzz · 10-26-2023, 07:02 PM

Hello nice enjoy it mine has been a blast.

Do©Hawk · 10-26-2023, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by buzz

Hello nice enjoy it mine has been a blast.

Hi. I am definitely enjoying it. I've put 400 miles on it in the 2 moths I've had it. I've done a little to it. I changed the plastic rear brake light switch out for the banjo bolt style. It's a cleaner look and I don't have to fidget with it like the old one. 17T front/47T rear sprocket. Learning my way around it.

Thumper · 10-27-2023, 07:20 AM

Hi there! It sounds like you are already doing exactly what you need to learn. Just start wrenching! Nice work on the brakes.

Maybe you can check the valve clearance this Winter. Did the previous owner mention valve adjustment?

Do©Hawk · 10-27-2023, 08:04 PM

Thumper, I do think the previous owner did a valve adjustment as he was pretty meticulous about things and did the other things that need done to these kind of bikes. When I picked it up, it was clean with a fresh oil change and a brand new set of Kenda k-760's. He left the upgraded chain on the bike, but put the original sprockets on and gave me all the spare parts. He recognized what the Hawk was good for, but wanted more speed and power.

I'm 5'8", 155lbs. I took all the preload out of the shock so I can put half of each foot flat on the ground. It was only tippy toes when I got it.

Do©Hawk · 11-06-2023, 04:10 PM

Friday morning sunrise.

Sport Rider · 11-07-2023, 10:23 AM

Looks like your tires are appropriately dirty!

bigdano711 · 11-07-2023, 03:51 PM

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Friday morning sunrise.

Keep that content coming. Great pic!

Do©Hawk · 11-07-2023, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Sport Rider

Looks like your tires are appropriately dirty!

Seemed silly to have clean knobbies.

**JerryHawk250** · 11-07-2023, 04:58 PM

The Hawk is just a naturally dirty nasty bike. lol It wouldn't be normal if it were clean.

Sport Rider · 11-08-2023, 02:44 PM

yes....they attract dirt.

10-26-2023, 01:40 PM	#1
Do©Hawk Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Western PA Posts: 307	New Rider on a Gently Used 2022 Hawk DLX EFI Hey everybody, Been lurking for a little while, absorbing information. Picked up a used Hawk DLX late in the summer. I am a new Rider. I wasn't in the market for a motorcycle. It found me. The price was way to good to refuse and I needed some reliable transportation. The Hawk has been mostly a commuter and a learning tool for me on my short commute to work. Being my 1st motorcycle, ever, I've got nothing to compare it to. Once I got passed the initial nerves and fears and got a little handy with the bike, I've been very pleased with no regrets. I hope to keep learning more about my bike and riding in general and to contribute when I can. Thanks er'body!
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10-26-2023, 01:48 PM	#2
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10-26-2023, 01:53 PM	#3
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10-27-2023, 07:20 AM	#8
Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,733	Hi there! It sounds like you are already doing exactly what you need to learn. Just start wrenching! Nice work on the brakes. Maybe you can check the valve clearance this Winter. Did the previous owner mention valve adjustment? __________________ No matter where you go, there you are
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11-06-2023, 04:10 PM	#10
Do©Hawk Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Western PA Posts: 307	Friday morning sunrise. __________________ 2022 Hawk DLX EFI * 17T Front / 47T Rear / 428 x-ring chain * Kenda K-760 front + rear * Banjo brake light switch * LED headlight + front turn signals * Custom cutting board skid plate * Debadged (I don't like to brag about the superior strength!) * Top speed, GPS verified, as equipped: 68 mph (so far)
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10-26-2023, 07:02 PM	#6
buzz Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Dayton Pa. Posts: 953	Hello nice enjoy it mine has been a blast.
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10-27-2023, 08:04 PM	#9
Do©Hawk Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Western PA Posts: 307	Thumper, I do think the previous owner did a valve adjustment as he was pretty meticulous about things and did the other things that need done to these kind of bikes. When I picked it up, it was clean with a fresh oil change and a brand new set of Kenda k-760's. He left the upgraded chain on the bike, but put the original sprockets on and gave me all the spare parts. He recognized what the Hawk was good for, but wanted more speed and power. I'm 5'8", 155lbs. I took all the preload out of the shock so I can put half of each foot flat on the ground. It was only tippy toes when I got it.
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11-07-2023, 10:23 AM	#11
Sport Rider Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mooresville NC Posts: 2,116	Looks like your tires are appropriately dirty! __________________ Dave Bikes I've owned: Suzuki GS450T, Yamaha XS500, Honda V45 Sabre, Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic (2), Suzuki VX800, Kawasaki Ninja 650, Triumph TT600, Honda Superhawk, Kawasaki Concours 1000 (3, including a sidecar rig), Buell XB9R, Kawasaki Nomad 1500, Concours 14, Honda Goldwing (2), Housen Hawk, Suzuki Intruder 1400, Kawasaki KLR650, Victory V92TC.
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11-07-2023, 04:58 PM	#14
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,713	The Hawk is just a naturally dirty nasty bike. lol It wouldn't be normal if it were clean. Attached Thumbnails __________________ 2024 Linhai 300 ATV 4x4 2023 Lifan Lycan 250 Chopper 2023 Venom Evader 2022 Lifan KPX250 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S (Sold) 2004 Honda ST 1300 2016 Black Hawk 250 (sold) Keihin PE30 carb,125 main,38 slow.Pod filter,ported & decked head 10:1 CR,Direct Ignition Coil,15/40Sprockets,NGK DPR8EIX-9,De-Cat,Dual Oil Cooler,Digital Cluster 2016 Cazador180 XL 2014 Coolster150 JerryHawk250.com My YouTube Channel
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11-08-2023, 02:44 PM	#15
Sport Rider Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mooresville NC Posts: 2,116	yes....they attract dirt. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Dave Bikes I've owned: Suzuki GS450T, Yamaha XS500, Honda V45 Sabre, Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic (2), Suzuki VX800, Kawasaki Ninja 650, Triumph TT600, Honda Superhawk, Kawasaki Concours 1000 (3, including a sidecar rig), Buell XB9R, Kawasaki Nomad 1500, Concours 14, Honda Goldwing (2), Housen Hawk, Suzuki Intruder 1400, Kawasaki KLR650, Victory V92TC.
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