We go Two-Wheelin' with the Yamaha Seca II and Honda CB750 Nighthawk in this classic motorcycle Retro Review!
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@TheOfficialCaseMade3 жыл бұрын
My Nighthawk has somewhere in the neighborhood of 115,000 miles and still runs like new. No smoke, no oil use, hit the starter and it starts faster than my old 2016 CBR300R did. The absolute essence of what motorcycle riding should be, in its purest form. I'm proud to say I'm the second owner of this fine machine, and even more proud to have paid only $250 for it.
@cesartapia6103 жыл бұрын
Lucky you! It's a simple reliable machine with good performance. I just don't like how long it takes for the bike to warm up xD
@sherman1467 жыл бұрын
I went with a 750 Nighthawk and it's been an awesome reliable bike.
@Acc0rd798 жыл бұрын
PLEASE do more of these motorcycle throwback reviews as well:)
@Tool0GT928 жыл бұрын
Nighthawk is a nice cruiser for people who want actual feeling and response from a bike
@ozzstars_cars8 жыл бұрын
The 750 Nighthawk inline 4 cylinder was smooth as glass in all rev ranges
@noseefood19438 жыл бұрын
an ultimate ujm.
@ridge90666 жыл бұрын
I’ve been daily driving a Nighthawk 750 for the last three years. I ride it in all seasons, rain or shine. I’ve personally put 40k miles on it and all I do is change the oil every 3k miles and the BT45 tires every 11k miles. It’s a perfect commuter. It’s comfortable and quick. Gets 50-55 mpg. And although it’s top heavy, I still enjoy flicking it around. The only major maintenance I’ve done (wasn’t difficult) was changing the sprockets and chain. I went a tooth up on the rear sprocket. Disclaimer: it’s my first bike. I’ve dropped it probably 5-8 times and low sided it twice. It still runs flawlessly.
@spencewhaley52545 жыл бұрын
Wow you get 11k on the BT45s? I use the Dunlop K505 and they give a good grip but the rear tire is worn flat after 6,000 miles if I am lucky. I'll have to try the Bridgestone next time I change tires
@spencewhaley52544 жыл бұрын
jeffry gagnon I use both front and rear brakes pretty hard to be honest, I ride kind of aggressively. What is your pick for the best tires you’ve had used on the Nighthawk by the way?
@j.moto34358 жыл бұрын
I miss my Seca II. So easy to ride. So fun! I actually rode it more than my YZF600R. Please post more retro bike reviews!
@HockeyVictory665 жыл бұрын
I had the exact same yellow ‘96 Nighthawk. I purchased it in 2002 with 20,000 miles. It ran perfect all the time. It has hydraulic valve lifters that never need adjustment. All you need to do is change the oil every 5k and adjust the chain periodically, Tires last pretty long and carbs are rarely ever adjusted. It’s the do everything bike with about the same maintenance as a bicycle.
@papatorr36693 жыл бұрын
It's Thanksgiving weekend 2020. Half the country is focused on some real, and many imagined injustices in the US and the world at large. If I could just hit the restart button in the brains of the malcontents and put them on one of these motorcycles, the world would be a better, happier place in one day. I've been riding since 1975, and have owned more motorcycles than 90% of bikers, and have ridden even more. Used to have 10-12 bikes registered and insured at a time. I was not, am not rich, but I knew what I liked and was willing to buy used and wait for the right deal. I have ridden the 600, 750, and 900 Secas/I & II. And have owned a couple of Nighthawks, 650 & S. The motorcycle manufacturers are among the greatest (and unsung) heroes of the manufacturing and transportation worlds! Truly underappreciated. It's my birthday today and I'm going to buy a friend's Nighthawk 750, he has two, and I want to go riding with him. I would encourage anyone with good balance and timing to go out and buy yourself one of these or one of the hundreds of similarly good bikes, ride safely above all else, and enjoy this wonderful slice of life, and make the world a better place.
@hivizhonda94868 жыл бұрын
Love the bike vids. Keep 'em coming!
@littlefishy6316 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for uploading, enjoyed
@anthonybailey32607 жыл бұрын
This is great! I"m riding a '97 Yamaha Seca II.
@talentedman50007 жыл бұрын
I have a 93 seca II. posted a few videos check it out if ya want!
@2thePtBassTuT6 жыл бұрын
I had a 92 Seca II in bright red--what a looker!
@ericweber19695 жыл бұрын
I've had a Seca II for 12 years, it's been a fantastic bike. I was actually looking for a Nighthawk when I found mine. Both are excellent machines.
@Siper27 жыл бұрын
I own a '94 Seca II, great bike. This was fun to watch. :-)
@talentedman50007 жыл бұрын
SAME HERE! but I have a 93. I posted a couple of my own videos. check em out if you want!
@tonordie57182 жыл бұрын
Very rare and nice bikes, nighthawks
@DavidAndre6577 жыл бұрын
We go Two-Wheelin' with the Yamaha Seca II and Honda CB750 Nighthawk in this classic motorcycle Retro Review!
@randommedia95 ай бұрын
Would love to see the nighthawk come back as a shaft drive and cheap price
@jeffdeal46818 жыл бұрын
i really wanted a nighthawk 750 but i'm glad i went the yamaha sportbike route instead with the best 600 ever made, the YZF600R. still miss that bike.....i'll have to get another one down the line. FZ1 will have to do for now.
@chris-eb8ky2 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 2002 YZF600R with 18000 miles on the clock. Amazing bike!
@TheRealSmithFamily8 жыл бұрын
I remember watching this episode and actually buying a 750 Nighthawk. It was a sewing machine, but it wasn't at all interesting to drive. I ended up selling it and buying an SV1000S with a VTwin. SOOOO much more fun! I DID put a V&H 4-1 on it however and it sounded pretty BA, however, it wasn't.
@AllboroLCD3 жыл бұрын
After learning on the CB250 NIghthawk, I want a 750 now badly! I may throw a big bore kit onto the CB250 in the meanwhile, but the end goal is to get a CB750. Ill be set for a good many many years when I get my 750.
@rustyshackleford12793 жыл бұрын
Started on a 87 KLR 250 and then added a 93 CB 750 Nighthawk. It's a great 2nd bike and you should upgrade. Besides, then you will never have to check valve clearances again.
@AllboroLCD3 жыл бұрын
@@rustyshackleford1279 I opted to BB my cb250 to 275cc. Im half way thru the rebuild as I speak! I also had a come to jesus moment with wanting a 750, had to push home in the rain last week, and the little 250 took every bit of energy I had to get it home on foot! LOL
@lorentyler89505 жыл бұрын
Love my seca 2
@taraburbank53446 жыл бұрын
you should do another video like this one with the Yamaha seca 750 Honda CB 750 nighthawk and Suzuki GS 650 or Suzuki gsx600f katana
@ericweber19696 жыл бұрын
Cool video. I still have my Seca! I was looking for one of the Nighthawks when I got my Seca used, but couldn't find one. The owners seem to keep them. Happy with my trusty Yamaha. It isn't the fastest, highest tech machine out there, but it's up for pretty much anything.
@RapideWombaticus4 жыл бұрын
Want that Nighthawk
@progressroom7 ай бұрын
I own a xj600 that bike is such a beast so much power
@ohmygoditsyomamma7 жыл бұрын
I put my Seca through hell and its still running at 50k lol
@rubensahak91783 жыл бұрын
have the NH 750. Few glaring flaws.Needs 6th gear or gets overworked above 60.2nd Techno-meter almost all of them fail after 15k miles due to poor soldering of wires. Otherwise its reliable bike
@sachsgs25092 жыл бұрын
What about changing the rear sprocket? Would that drop the rpm at about 70mph?
@supramanx19978 жыл бұрын
I was -just- looking at the Honda yesterday, wondering if they were any good since I have no biker friends.... guess this answers the question, if I can find one in good shape..
@mikehancock62808 жыл бұрын
I had a 91 . It was a nice bike . The forks are its weak point. Quick, 124 MPH top speed, comfortable. Fond memories.
@ridge90668 жыл бұрын
The NH750 is a fantastic bike! I bought my 93 last year and have put 20k miles on it this year. Its my daily driver. It's fast, gets 50-55mpg, and is comfortable. The bike gets a surprising amount of attention and comments. I really enjoy it, but I might trade it for a lighter sport bike down the road.
@embracethesuck10413 жыл бұрын
I loved my 94 cb750 but I will say the fuss of carbs was frustrating. EFI is a nice upgrade.
@supramanx19973 жыл бұрын
@@embracethesuck1041 I actually ended up get a new Rebel, though only a 300 (because I mostly use it to get across town and my wife wanted to learn) but you're right, EFI is Awesome! Little single thumper and it still gets up to highway speeds just fine. Doesn't run out of power til' you're into a fat ticket anyway....
@paladain553 жыл бұрын
750 nighthawk is probably the most reliable motorcycle ever made after the gullwing. 100k+ bike which is insane.
@bruhdamartinasty36363 жыл бұрын
I have a 02 Nighthawk. A solid good looking bike! But it's 500 lbs wet. A bit heavy, no? And no fairings for wind buffeting. :(
@tomjones17278 жыл бұрын
I find it frustrating that none of the motorcycle reviews include any performance data. Especially when you test and present the performance figures on trucks, suvs, vans, 4 banger beater cars.. etc.
@menom77 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@rootsmanuva827 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@charliebruff57828 ай бұрын
Someone gave me a seca ii I can't wait to get her going
@menom77 жыл бұрын
Actually...........the Honda CB750 Nighthawk is both air AND oil cooled!!! Suprises me that a show like motorweek,would leave something like that out!?!? Oh well.
@emilianocruz118 жыл бұрын
you foreget john take the yamaha to 0-60mph
@scottc955 жыл бұрын
whats the red bike at the begining he leans on?
@jaylee95474 жыл бұрын
What's a similar modern bike to the Nighthawk?
@bruhdamartinasty36363 жыл бұрын
Probably the Yamaha MT-07 or XSR700; the Honda CB650; the Kawasaki Z650; and Suzuki SV650.
@89RockLee8 жыл бұрын
what's the fairing kit for the seca 2?
@Siper27 жыл бұрын
The faired model is all we got in the US and Canada too (to my knowledge). Naked version (XJ600N) was only across the pond.
@talentedman50007 жыл бұрын
the uk rode the diversion which is the xj600 just different selling names. america seca II and uk diversion