Honda Nt650 Hawk Gt Review

Used Buyer Review

The Hawk GT is one of Honda's genuinely underappreciated machines, and the used market still hasn't fully woken up to that fact. The 647cc parallel twin punches above its displacement — it's torquey, tractable, and sounds genuinely good with an aftermarket can. Handling is the real story here though. That single-sided swingarm isn't just pretty; the chassis is legitimately sporty, and experienced riders will be surprised how eagerly it attacks corners for a 30-year-old budget buy. That said, go in with eyes open. These things are old now, and neglected examples are everywhere. Check the carburetors obsessively — they gum up and rebuilds eat time and money. Frame corrosion around the headstock is a known issue, so bring a flashlight. Parts availability is patchy; Honda stopped supporting much of this mechanically years ago, so you're hunting forums and eBay. Find a clean, documented example and you've got a cult classic. Find a rough one and you've bought a project.