Author Topic: 1978 Honda Hawk 400 t2 (Read 2106 times)

Schnell · « **on:** April 08, 2015, 08:29:27 PM »

Got a new project!
The carbs are rebuilt, so that's a plus. Given that I can get her running again, I'm thinking cafe if I can get a title with an affidavit, or a farm bike with knobby tires and a much larger rear sprocket, if I can't.

HondanutRider · « **Reply #1 on:** April 09, 2015, 05:08:59 AM »

Looks like a nice bike for a project! Did the side-covers blow off? So...what's your wife say?

Schnell · « **Reply #2 on:** April 09, 2015, 06:09:25 AM »

The carbs and side covers are in a cardboard box. My wife thought the price was right too. (Free for pickup)

Schnell · « **Reply #3 on:** April 09, 2015, 09:10:03 AM »

So I'm stuck already since I don't have a key. I can't flip up the seat to remove it and remove the gas tank. The ignition switch is built into the instrument cluster. Guess I have to dismantle it to find the key code on the lock barrel? Would the vin# also identify the key?

HondanutRider · « **Reply #4 on:** April 09, 2015, 10:06:18 AM »

I doubt you can id the key serial number from the VIN. On earlier Honda bikes, like your CB750, that number was stamped on the exterior of the key latch on the chrome around the slot. There was nothing listed on the barrel although you could figure out and cut a key based upon where the pin lengths were split.

Schnell · « **Reply #5 on:** April 09, 2015, 12:26:00 PM »

Starting to disassemble what I can: seized front disc brake caliper, front fender, mufflers, chain guard, rear foot pegs.

Any tips on how to open a locked seat without a key?

knowsnothing · « **Reply #6 on:** April 10, 2015, 06:42:25 AM »

Quote from: Schnell on April 09, 2015, 12:26:00 PM

Any tips on how to open a locked seat without a key?

A BFH usually does the trick

Schnell · « **Reply #7 on:** April 10, 2015, 06:58:43 AM »

I was hoping for a more elegant solution.

Bowswell · « **Reply #8 on:** April 10, 2015, 07:12:24 AM »

My t1 1978 don't have a seat lock only 2 clips on each side near flasher.the only lock is for helmuts.

Schnell · « **Reply #9 on:** April 10, 2015, 08:34:45 AM »

This is what I was hoping for, thank you! I'm going to the garage to check that out right now!

Schnell · « **Reply #10 on:** April 10, 2015, 09:08:01 AM »

Now that's what I call an elegant solution. Thank you, thank you!

I found a complete original honda tool kit, owners manual, and most importantly: a photo copy of the ownership. I got this bike with no title, so that should help.

The frame is in great shape too. I'm a happy camper!

Does anyone who switched to pods still have an original airbox?

Schnell · « **Reply #11 on:** April 10, 2015, 12:35:42 PM »

All nakid!

grcamna2 · « **Reply #12 on:** April 10, 2015, 12:46:06 PM »

I know you can get a key code off of the helmet lock also so that you can use your main switch & run your bike around.

Bowswell · « **Reply #13 on:** April 10, 2015, 01:08:34 PM »

it's realy easy to take out the main swicht under speedo.

Schnell · « **Reply #14 on:** April 10, 2015, 01:14:18 PM »

Quote from: bowswell on April 10, 2015, 01:08:34 PM

it's realy easy to take out the main swicht under speedo.

Good to know, thanks! I might look at that tomorrow.

Schnell · « **Reply #15 on:** April 11, 2015, 03:29:12 PM »

The the ignition switch and wiring harness out. I only see SE1 stamped into unit. Is this the key code?

Thanks!

grcamna2 · « **Reply #16 on:** April 11, 2015, 06:52:58 PM »

Quote from: Schnell on April 11, 2015, 03:29:12 PM

The the ignition switch and wiring harness out. I only see SE1 stamped into unit. Is this the key code?

Thanks!

The switch might be a replacement,check the helmet lock.

Schnell · « **Reply #17 on:** April 15, 2015, 04:31:10 PM »

I can't believe how well diet Pepsi/coke and aluminum foil cleans up rust. Here's a pic of my exhausts, they both looked the same before I cleaned one and took a pic.

grcamna2 · « **Reply #18 on:** April 15, 2015, 06:33:12 PM »

That pipe turned out well;remind me not to drink anymore Pepsi..

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