88’ Honda Hawk Project - Let’s Build

[renatrazumov]

Here is the beginning of my build thread, currently at work - will update the details in the next post. Thanks!

1988 Honda Hawk, she’s a legend & has been upgraded a bit! Love this bike, 647cc of vtwin fun! Intercepter front end, upgraded dual rotors up front, upgraded rear rotor, Ducati rear shock w/ reservoir (currently blown, feels like a pogo stick, please advise best replacement ), white painted VFR wheels (I think), Pirelli Angel ST Front & Rear Street Sport Touring Motorcycle Tires (1x Front 120/70ZR17 1x Rear 160/60ZR17), Custom paint job on gas tank, LED headlight / turn signals, Supertrapp exhaust, Woodcraft Rear Set, Barnett race clutch (currently worn down, needs replacement, how many clutch plates do I need?). Just replaced the chain (not pictured) RKRacingChain GB525GXW-112 (525 Series) Gold 112 Link

Additional stuff, Quad lock stem mount for iPhone, battery relocation to the rear, GPS tracker, FENRIR CNC Aluminum Alloy Round Cafe Racer Retro Black Motorcycle Bar End Mirrors Side 22MM 7/8" Inch

Currently need a new rear shock & clutch plates (please advise recommendations)

[renatrazumov]

Upgrades to consider for this build

1. Rear Shock

Penske 8975 Street Shock-Honda Hawk GT

• https://www.hordpower.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_28&produc ts_id=418
• https://traxxion.com/product/penske-...honda-hawk-gt/
• https://tracksidesuspension.com/prod...ustable-shock/
• https://www.hawkgtforum.com/forum/ho...ete-shock-list

2. Replace Clutch

Barnett Clutch Friction Plate - Kevlar >

• Part# 301-35-10007
• Quantity Required: 7 (Do I need 7 plates?)
• https://www.barnettclutches.com/330/...650-hawk.html#
• Lot of (5) Barnett Clutch Friction Disc Part Number 301-35-10007 Honda
• https://tinyurl.com/BarnettClutch

3. Shifter Replacement / Upgrade

Please advise / recommend

[Talon]

Welcome!

As far as the clutch, I just got the whole package from Hord and it has worked perfectly.

https://www.hordpower.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_40&products_id=575&zenid=6kdc7g6fdljht2jqs7f51a5i51

[renatrazumov]

Thanks, great to be here! Hord appears to be a well known and reputable dealer of Hawk parts. I’ve heard that the Kevlar clutches Barnett makes, have a better bite and last a bit longer. Not sure but would love to learn more. How many clutch plates in that kit?

[Talon]

Thanks, great to be here! Hord appears to be a well known and reputable dealer of Hawk parts. I’ve heard that the Kevlar clutches Barnett makes, have a better bite and last a bit longer. Not sure but would love to learn more. How many clutch plates in that kit?

8 fibers and 7 Honda steels, plus a cover gasket. A good deal in other words. I have used the Barnett discs previously and I have to say these KG discs seem just as good. If Hord sells it, you can rest assured it's good stuff and works.

[Shthawk]

Hi, and welcome! That's a cool bike with some nice mods. Nitron is a quality shock as well, with plenty options. I think Talon has a nice bit in the How To section adapting the cbr300 shifter.

[Ziggy]

The outer friction disc is a different part number than the inner 7 discs and is clocked differently in the clutch basket when installed.
Consult the FSM (factory service manual) for installation procedure.

Honda Motorcycle 1988 OEM Parts Diagram for CLUTCH | Partzilla.com

A YSS shock is a very good shock at a reasonable price.

[6]

Most of the aftermarket hawk shocks are plenty good for street riding.

Penske is the shock mfg of choice for most of the racers and guys looking for something higher end.