Hawk DLX - Spare Parts

Michigan Sportsman · 02-25-2022, 11:20 PM

I am looking for suggestions regarding what emergency spare parts I should have with me for a 200 mile road trip. Blacktop and dirt roads, no expressways.

ExMxer · 02-25-2022, 11:52 PM

I’ll remember more for the next 24 hrs after I type this….. Tubes, plug(s), master link, zip ties, electrical tape, bulbs, fuses, safety wire, qt of oil (if possible), pocket size can wd-40, fuel filter……. All of this could easily go in a back pack, along with a small tool kit. Should be a great start, but I know I’m missing more obvious things…….

Like I said, I’ll remember more…….. I’m old, I think slow

severely · 02-26-2022, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Michigan Sportsman

I am looking for suggestions regarding what emergency spare parts I should have with me for a 200 mile road trip. Blacktop and dirt roads, no expressways.

If you're going to bring tubes along I recommend something to inflate tubes with and an axle nut wrench, tire irons aren't a bad idea either. Bulbs I wouldn't carry as they are easily purchased and easily damaged when carrying. Maybe a small spoke wrench to make sure spokes are snug if you're off road a lot. Good luck, let us know how it goes.

ExMxer · 02-26-2022, 08:41 AM

Ok, got another one. A set of levers, or at least one for the clutch. You could make it without a front brake in a pinch if need be, but a clutch is crucial.

Ol,fart · 02-26-2022, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ExMxer

Ok, got another one. A set of levers, or at least one for the clutch. You could make it without a front brake in a pinch if need be, but a clutch is crucial.

A clutch is only crucial if you haven't owned pieces of crap your entire life.lol

Michigan Sportsman · 02-27-2022, 02:19 PM

Being a DLX, should I consider an ECU or fuel pump? I have heard differing opinions on being stranded with an EFI system.

for your responses.

Magician16 · 02-27-2022, 09:18 PM

For 200 miles, you've got to be kidding me. I always have a tool kit, a spark plug, and electrical tape, drinking water and that's it except for enough gas. If I'm going all off road, then I'll take stuff to fix flats and an air pump and first aid supplies.

Ol,fart · 02-27-2022, 11:05 PM

If it's all original, put in better tubes before hand. Maybe a new fuel filter if it has many miles. Other than that cell phone and a bottle of water.

Thumper · 02-28-2022, 01:52 PM

Maybe some first aid supplies, and water?

A flat tire seems the most likely event for a bike with just a few thousand miles on it. A spare inner tube or patchkit, tools to remove the wheel and tire spoons if you are motivated enough to do a field fix

Bring a small bottle with gasoline for an extra 20 miles if you think you will be a long way from a gas station?

Maybe a cell phone and a spare external battery backup (or 12 volt convertor) might be the best thing to have with you, and let a few close friends know where you will be in case you need a lift.

Hunnicutt · 02-28-2022, 03:00 PM

Last year, I made 3 round trip runs to my ranch on my TT250. My ranch is 125 miles from my house.

Do a thorough check of your motorcycle before you depart: check oil, tire pressures, full light check. Bring Ibuprofen and easy to eat snacks that fit into your pockets. Install an Airhawk Dual Sport Seat Cushion. Install a Cramp Buster on the throttle. Bring your AAA Card if you have one. Put a microfiber cloth in a Ziploc sandwich bag and stuff it into a jacket pocket so you can clean your helmet visor. Install on of these on the handlebar so you easily view navigation apps. https://www.rammount.com/part/RAM-B-149Z-A-PD4U

Hunnicutt · 03-07-2022, 09:41 AM

A couple more tidbits of advice:
- Check the tightness of your shift lever. I noticed that the shift levers on my TT's loosen up after a few hundred miles. Wiggle the lever. If it's loose, simply push it all the way towards the transmission and tighten the bolt. It's a 10mm on my TT. Not sure what size bolt is on the Hawk.

- Take breaks. Pull of the road every 50-75 miles and hop off the bike for a few minutes. Stretch, stare at trees for a bit to change your point of focus. Eat / drink something.

I have bad knees (the left is worse than the right), a bad back, and a messed up neck due to whiplash caused by auto accidents. These breaks are critical for surviving long journeys.

02-25-2022, 11:20 PM	#1
Michigan Sportsman Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Avoca, Michigan Posts: 32	Hawk DLX - Spare Parts I am looking for suggestions regarding what emergency spare parts I should have with me for a 200 mile road trip. Blacktop and dirt roads, no expressways. __________________ 2021 Hawk DLX 250 2015 Super Hornet 150 2008 Honda VTX1300R 1982 Kawasaki KD80 - (Sold)
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02-27-2022, 02:19 PM	#6
Michigan Sportsman Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Avoca, Michigan Posts: 32	Being a DLX, should I consider an ECU or fuel pump? I have heard differing opinions on being stranded with an EFI system. for your responses. __________________ 2021 Hawk DLX 250 2015 Super Hornet 150 2008 Honda VTX1300R 1982 Kawasaki KD80 - (Sold)
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02-27-2022, 09:18 PM	#7
Magician16 Join Date: Aug 2019 Posts: 468	For 200 miles, you've got to be kidding me. I always have a tool kit, a spark plug, and electrical tape, drinking water and that's it except for enough gas. If I'm going all off road, then I'll take stuff to fix flats and an air pump and first aid supplies. __________________ 2018 Bashan Storm(sold) 2016 Magician 250
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02-27-2022, 11:05 PM	#8
Ol,fart Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Gatesville Texas Posts: 161	If it's all original, put in better tubes before hand. Maybe a new fuel filter if it has many miles. Other than that cell phone and a bottle of water. __________________ 2021 RPS Hawk "IKEA" (Came in a box with no instructions) 110 main jet 1washer,2.5 sprockets and the cat fell off( with a little help) 1984 Honda V65 Magna "Daddy's Little Monster" To whoever stole my anti-depressants. I Hope Your Happy !
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02-28-2022, 03:00 PM	#10
Hunnicutt Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Central Florida Posts: 103	Last year, I made 3 round trip runs to my ranch on my TT250. My ranch is 125 miles from my house. Do a thorough check of your motorcycle before you depart: check oil, tire pressures, full light check. Bring Ibuprofen and easy to eat snacks that fit into your pockets. Install an Airhawk Dual Sport Seat Cushion. Install a Cramp Buster on the throttle. Bring your AAA Card if you have one. Put a microfiber cloth in a Ziploc sandwich bag and stuff it into a jacket pocket so you can clean your helmet visor. Install on of these on the handlebar so you easily view navigation apps. https://www.rammount.com/part/RAM-B-149Z-A-PD4U __________________ ___________________________________ 2021 CSC TT250 - Silver (Mine) "Buzz" 2021 CSC TT250 - White (Wife's) "Seymour" 2021 CSC TT250 - White (Daughter's) "Gemini" Last edited by Hunnicutt; 03-01-2022 at 08:19 AM.
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02-25-2022, 11:52 PM	#2
ExMxer Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Earth, USA Posts: 196	I’ll remember more for the next 24 hrs after I type this….. Tubes, plug(s), master link, zip ties, electrical tape, bulbs, fuses, safety wire, qt of oil (if possible), pocket size can wd-40, fuel filter……. All of this could easily go in a back pack, along with a small tool kit. Should be a great start, but I know I’m missing more obvious things……. Like I said, I’ll remember more…….. I’m old, I think slow
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02-26-2022, 08:41 AM	#4
ExMxer Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Earth, USA Posts: 196	Ok, got another one. A set of levers, or at least one for the clutch. You could make it without a front brake in a pinch if need be, but a clutch is crucial.
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02-28-2022, 01:52 PM	#9
Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,317	Maybe some first aid supplies, and water? A flat tire seems the most likely event for a bike with just a few thousand miles on it. A spare inner tube or patchkit, tools to remove the wheel and tire spoons if you are motivated enough to do a field fix Bring a small bottle with gasoline for an extra 20 miles if you think you will be a long way from a gas station? Maybe a cell phone and a spare external battery backup (or 12 volt convertor) might be the best thing to have with you, and let a few close friends know where you will be in case you need a lift.
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03-07-2022, 09:41 AM	#11
Hunnicutt Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Central Florida Posts: 103	A couple more tidbits of advice: - Check the tightness of your shift lever. I noticed that the shift levers on my TT's loosen up after a few hundred miles. Wiggle the lever. If it's loose, simply push it all the way towards the transmission and tighten the bolt. It's a 10mm on my TT. Not sure what size bolt is on the Hawk. - Take breaks. Pull of the road every 50-75 miles and hop off the bike for a few minutes. Stretch, stare at trees for a bit to change your point of focus. Eat / drink something. I have bad knees (the left is worse than the right), a bad back, and a messed up neck due to whiplash caused by auto accidents. These breaks are critical for surviving long journeys. __________________ ___________________________________ 2021 CSC TT250 - Silver (Mine) "Buzz" 2021 CSC TT250 - White (Wife's) "Seymour" 2021 CSC TT250 - White (Daughter's) "Gemini"
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