Problem with New Hawk

riedbra · 09-04-2016, 06:26 PM

I purchased a New Hawk 250cc and rode it a couple of times. Now it started something new. It idles fine but when I go to 1st gear it will kill after a few seconds.

The other issue that I seem to have with it, is that it is very hard to kick start.

Does anyone have any input?

Thank you

Merlin · 09-04-2016, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by riedbra

I purchased a New Hawk 250cc and rode it a couple of times. Now it started something new. It idles fine but when I go to 1st gear it will kill after a few seconds.

The other issue that I seem to have with it, is that it is very hard to kick start.

Does anyone have any input?

Thank you

Hi glad you joined us. Have you adjusted the clutch? Might be time?

pistolclass · 09-04-2016, 07:31 PM

Hey Merlin, i think you meant valves.

chuck · 09-04-2016, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by pistolclass

Hey Merlin, i think you meant valves.

I think he means the clutch it's not disengaging.

riedbra · 09-04-2016, 08:15 PM

Thanks! I will give that a try 1st.

chuck · 09-04-2016, 08:16 PM

It takes time and a few more miles on the engine to be able to started up and a few bruises if you try to start it with flip flops like I did.

Merlin · 09-04-2016, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by chuck

I think he means the clutch it's not disengaging.

Cant hurt to check first.

pete · 09-05-2016, 01:50 AM

Do these things have a clutch switch ?
if so could be a good starting point...

hertz9753 · 09-05-2016, 03:32 AM

Hawks do have a clutch safety switch. Even if they didn't that should not prevent the bike from running after you put it gear.

I think the OP meant put it into first gear after starting the bike. The Hawk also doesn't have a compression release so it will be hard to start with the kick starter if you don't know how to start a 4 stroke bike. It's not the same as a 2 stroke engine.

riedbra · 09-05-2016, 01:11 PM

Ok can anyone direct me to information on how to adjust the clutch on this?

Azhule · 09-05-2016, 01:47 PM

Check out the CSC TT250 Clutch Cable Installation and Adjustment Tutorial, it might help you with your HAWK Adjustment

http://www.cscmotorcycles.com/Articles.asp?ID=298

riedbra · 09-05-2016, 02:04 PM

Thanks guys I will give this a shot and let you know what I find out

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riedbra Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 5	Problem with New Hawk I purchased a New Hawk 250cc and rode it a couple of times. Now it started something new. It idles fine but when I go to 1st gear it will kill after a few seconds. The other issue that I seem to have with it, is that it is very hard to kick start. Does anyone have any input? Thank you
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hertz9753 Join Date: May 2016 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 868	Hawks do have a clutch safety switch. Even if they didn't that should not prevent the bike from running after you put it gear. I think the OP meant put it into first gear after starting the bike. The Hawk also doesn't have a compression release so it will be hard to start with the kick starter if you don't know how to start a 4 stroke bike. It's not the same as a 2 stroke engine. __________________ 2015 and 3/4 RPS Hawk 250. Most people would call it a 2016 but the MCO didn't.
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Azhule Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: CO Posts: 1,525	Check out the CSC TT250 Clutch Cable Installation and Adjustment Tutorial, it might help you with your HAWK Adjustment http://www.cscmotorcycles.com/Articles.asp?ID=298 __________________ "Think as you like... but this self proclaimed Professor is always right" - Buckshot "You never know what someone is hiding beneath their smile..." - NinjaTom - R.I.P.
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09-04-2016, 07:31 PM	#3
pistolclass Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: connecticut Posts: 978	Hey Merlin, i think you meant valves.
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09-04-2016, 08:15 PM	#5
riedbra Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 5	Thanks! I will give that a try 1st.
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09-04-2016, 08:16 PM	#6
chuck Join Date: Sep 2015 Posts: 436	It takes time and a few more miles on the engine to be able to started up and a few bruises if you try to start it with flip flops like I did.
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09-05-2016, 01:11 PM	#10
riedbra Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 5	Ok can anyone direct me to information on how to adjust the clutch on this?
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09-05-2016, 02:04 PM	#12
riedbra Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 5	Thanks guys I will give this a shot and let you know what I find out
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