Why own a Hawk 250? Because riding doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. The Hawk 250 is affordable, simple to maintain, easy to modify, and just as comfortable exploring a back road as it is cruising around town.
Hawk Talk is how owners share why they ride, what they've learned, how they've improved their bikes, and the adventures they've had along the way. Whether your Hawk is stock, heavily modified, or somewhere in between - there's always something to talk about!
2023 Hawk DLX 250 EFI
I didn't grow up riding motorcycles. In fact, the Hawk 250 is my introduction to riding.
It started with a practical need. I wanted an additional way to get to work and something inexpensive for getting around town. Since I was a first time rider, I wasn't looking for a big, powerful, or expensive motorcycle. I wanted something affordable, user-friendly, easy to handle, and simple enough that I could learn both how to ride it and how to work on it.
That's what led me to the Hawk 250 after shopping new and used motorcycles. Being 6'2" in height I needed a motorcycle that fit my tall stature comfortably. The Hawk was the perfect fit being 35" from the seat to the ground. The power sport associate recommended I go with the fuel injected model if I wanted a bike that would start easily after sitting for long periods of time.
What began as basic transportation quickly became something more. The Hawk gave me a chance to learn at my own pace, gain confidence on two wheels and discover how much fun and satisfaction a simple motorcycle can be. I also began learning about maintenace, modifications, gearing, and all the little changes that can make the bike better suited to the way I ride.
Somewhere along the way, I discovered there were plenty of other Hawk riders doing the same thing - learning, modifying, troubleshooting, exploring, and enjoying these motorcycles.
That's ultimately what inspired the Hawk 250 Motorcycle Club: creating a place where Hawk owners and enthusiasts can share what they know, help new riders, exchange ideas, and tell their stories that begin when you throw a leg over a Hawk and start riding.
*Tip
A word to new owners on desiring changes to your Hawk 250. It's very tempting to want to begin to modify and upgrade your Hawk. It's often a good idea to ask yourself before making changes to your Hawk, is it necessary and is it worth the time and expense? This is especially important if planning to modifying the engine and drive train components. There is more information on this in the Mods & Upgrades page. My Hawk 250 (pictured above) has had no modifications. I would recommend to any new owners to begin by enjoying your stock Hawk before making any modifications. You may just find as I did that changes may not be necessary.
Accessories can be a fun way to make simple changes without modifying your Hawk, and many are inexpensive to add on to your Hawk 250. I've listed some of the more useful accessories that I added to my Hawk which make my ride more enjoyable and a few items for protection and theft.
Adding accessories to your Hawk 250 makes your ride more personal and equips your motorcycle with the items you need for travel. The accessories found to be the most useful are a phone holder, a drink holder, a tail pack and a camera holder. Some items can be found that complement the color of your Hawk. The items pictured are similar to ones I purchased but are mainly just to show a general idea of some available accessories.
Phone Holder
Drink Holder
Tail Pack
Camera Holder
Motorcycle Cover
Battery Trickle Charger
Security Lock and Alarm