An Iconic Racer - A Historic Machine

[@williampetrali2314]

Joe Petrali was my uncle. Thank you for making this video and your kind words about him.

[@steverice7546]

How did Uncle Joe ride so good, what with that giant set of balls he carried around?

[@kolepridemore7382]

@@steverice7546 lol Fr 😂

[@andrewallason4530]

@@steverice7546high in the saddle, mate.

[@daveprostock2622]

That amazing piece of history could not have found a better home!

[@justinturner4850]

I’m so glad there’s still a place to see these bikes in real life and hear the stories from someone’s mouth not a book.

[@victorchance1510]

Fantastic job of this history on Joe and this motorcycle. Great job.☮️

[@wheelsthroughtime]

Thanks for watching!

[@gearmeister]

I really miss your dad but, you've taken the baton very nicely & I think your knowledge of bikes & the museum is phenomenal, thank you!

[@charlespalmer793]

Proud of you for carrying on your father's legacy. Keep up the good work. Would like to think your interest in history help fuel your father's push. I hope you have the same blessing from the next generation.

[@markj4066]

Another incredible history lesson. Your passion is infectious. Great job Matt.

[@j.eliotmason18]

Probably the most beautiful motorcycle I've ever seen

[@sinematographers3344]

Never been so struck by a motorcycle. Simply stunning. Thank you Matt

[@justinhommerding3693]

Fricken Amazing thanks for continuing your dad's passion and mission. You represent wheels thru time perfectly!

[@Toboldlygo721]

Dale is smiling from heaven ✝️✨❤😌

[@steverice7546]

That’s why they called him The Dominator.

[@timrowell94]

it was a pleasure to meet you and the staff last year Matt

[@nickbruni8041]

Matt .. after hearing Your teachings about this amazing Racer and His Machine …. One could deem Him as “ the Babe Ruth “ of Bike racing ! 🤘🏼 as always You and Your crew have shined the light on the past so that a wanna be like me can know more about the vintage iron 👊🏼

[@daveco1270]

Great history lesson about a really cool bike and a bad ass rider. That riding position is pretty extreme.

[@michaelpage9883]

“ I’m not speechless often “ been talking about this bike for 27 minutes!😂😂😂 Love your knowledge and love to hear about these old bikes .

[@watchjaredwork1487]

Wow. I had no idea your dad had passed. I’m very sorry. He was an amazing guy and I can’t thank him enough for putting these bikes together for the world to see. Thank you as well for continuing his great legacy and bringing more of it to KZbin to share with those of us that can’t make it to NC. May he Rest In Peace!

[@brennoncantrell5867]

Amazing bike.. I’d love to have something like this

[@toddricketts9498]

Love what your doing , so glad you have followed your Dad's foot steps GOD BLESS

[@PeterPeer]

Every video I watch from you guys makes me want to come to the museum even more....

[@genestatler2514]

So glad you got this amazing piece of history Matt. It is gorgeous with a great story!!!!!

[@rogerlawrencewhite1475]

I love this bike, really wish HD never stopped making singles, Buell Blast and Aermacchi bikes aside as a 500cc single can be a lot of fun especially with it’s naturally smaller wheelbase compared to a V-Twin. TY for this fantastic video and looking forward to the follow-up video on it. Wishing you many years of safe and fun riding 👍🏻

[@KING-FU]

Beautiful bike, with great lines / proportions. 100 years later and IMO, one of the most appealing HD’s ever built.

[@joncard2941]

Brilliant explanation. This guy's enthusiasm makes my day

[@timjohnson5385]

I’m sorry for your loss wtt community. Dale truly was a genius and we got to witness an angel on earth. I’m not a man that easily displays my softer side though I come to you to raise a silent toast to celebrate Dale for all that he gave us. Let’s not fail to recognize that Dales best gift to us is his Son!!! Thank you Dale for everything, God speed.

[@browngreen933]

I believe that's Willie G. (left) at 23:19 with his father William H. Davidson. If that's 1974, then the photo shows G.'s gradual transition from his previous clean shaven straight persona to full beard mode of a year or so later. Probably didn't want to freak his dad out too quickly, lol. Those were exciting times.

[@scottarmstrong1172]

Great acquisition Matt. I'm sure your dad is smiling down on this one. Absolutely beautiful bike with an incredible history. I know some people like the rusty crusty bikes but I like the pretty ones. Your depth of knowledge is amazing. It's almost like you grew up with this stuff 😉

[@josieunderpants3602]

Wut happened to the dad?

[@quagmiredavis4117]

@@josieunderpants3602 he passed a few months ago 😢

[@dragbikeJimmy]

​@@josieunderpants3602 first of all. It's spelled what. And it's clear to see he passed away. Matt's dad was a great man

[@bobritter7197]

Mind..... BLOWN !!!! Absolutely beautiful machine.

[@mateobrainardo4770]

Truly a BADASS machine. Thank you Matt Walksler for making these videos. The finer details of thick-walled (and webbed) racing cases. Always appreciate the notes on what oil line goes where. Can’t wait to see the technical specs; bore,stroke, and CR. You’re one of the luckiest ducks to play with these pieces of OLD AMERICAN IRON!! Rev it up and since it’s too risky to race it, run it up on a dyno, see how good ol Joe Petrali’s engineering was...

[@bradwatts8222]

Congrats to have it at the museum Matt , it doesn't get better than that for historic racers , all class from end to end

[@TheWizardOfTheFens]

Matt’s enthusiasm , knowledge and passion is awesome! I never tire of watching him and I learn something everytime. Best wishes from Norfolk England.

[@pkjmfineart1593]

What a beautiful machine!.

[@bentaxelrod]

“ I’m absolutely speechless “ I don’t think so. Great video.

[@lsalahi]

Thanks!

[@ethandfortune]

Amazing bike. Love all your videos. You are extremely intelligent. Love all the information you have to share.

[@fraserdreger5822]

One day I will go to the museum amazing place of freedom thanks for showing us all of the best

[@robertwood6439]

Matt, thanks for the story on the bike. And also thank you for the informati1 on on Joe. That bike is incredible. You do a great job explaining the bikes and parts.

[@johnlazlo1908]

So cool sent this video to a friend of mine. He was New England champion for a few years road racing. Honoured to know him .He was close to racing of Island of man. Love listing to his story's of Daytona.

[@aguyinnc2865]

Amazing bike, so impressed with the engineering that went into this machine. Thanks for all you do, Matt, looking forward to my next trip to Wheels Through Time Museum!

[@steverice7546]

@23:25……an amazing pic from the Harley museum, showing the restored race bike being admired by Johnny Hopkins, Sloan Kettering and Yogi Berra.

[@steveeaton9126]

Your well-spoken, clear commentaries are terrific, Matt!

[@pipersall6761]

What a beautiful bike! So well preserved! As always, great history and technical run down. Man those wood tracks are insane. I'm a carpenter and its crazy to think of the pile of 2 x 4s it took to build that! Wow. Thank you for another great video!

[@chrisiollich4890]

Pushed the wrong button AGAIN, In other words you're a great Teacher, keep on bike'n!!!!! THANK'S from NOR-CAL!!!!!!!

[@billmillar7234]

Absolutely amazing.... What a beauty!!!....and the history!!!.....what a perfect addition to the museum!!!.....would love to hear it run!!

[@davidwood1923]

Darn Amazing... Thanks for Sharing... I Love Your Passion.

[@jhackett9482]

Matt, your knowledge and passion for these bikes is amazing. I’m blown away by the collection and can’t wait to see this place in person.

[@danward2970]

Dude ! Beautiful piece ! Love all the history that's connected to it. Not only a beautiful piece of rolling art , but an animal ready to rock. Not only that , but it shows me what kind of bad mo you had to be to mount this beast. My bike is pretty bare bones , but in comparison she is a cream puff. Goes to show you how tuff these guys were. Got up my game !

[@MadMotoInc]

One of my all time favorites

[@tommistephenson5552]

Blown away not a late Harley but that's blown away. Got to hear this babe run. My old man raced JAP 500 on alcohol thy look the same engine. Love your show Tommi from the isle of man

[@m-roddr.funtimes3144]

Amazing History!! It’s found the best home ever!

[@smithsphotography1]

Just there yesterday. Gorgeous bike and an amazing museum. Had a wonderful conversation with Matt.

[@jesspeppers8183]

I absolutely love your enthusiasm. Awesome bike.

[@MM-dn3de]

WOW, just wow. Thank you.

[@redwallace7934]

Thanks for explaining the meathook, drop bars and riding style of the day I couldn't wrap my brain around around the setup at first. Thanks for schooling me.

[@therealzilch]

A fascinating piece of bike history, very well told. Subscribed. Cheers from a former Whizzer and Marusho owner in Vienna, Scott

[@t.t.kelsey7132]

BROTHERMAN Matt...at YOUR church...im soo attentive to your sermon...im hanging on to every word that leaves your lips...your passion is second to nun..wish you was closer to OKLAHOMA...id be hanging with you just to hear historical facts....love you brotherman...your daddy Sure is very PROUD of you Matt.....🛵🇺🇸👍😍

[@jessekauffman3336]

Love your channel. I’m in New Jersey but Am going to plan a vacation to visit your museum in the next few years

[@nbholifield]

Absolutely love this !!! Such a great piece of history. Thank you for sharing this with us!! I will find my way to WTT hopefully soon!!!

[@thatmanstu23]

Great addition to a great museum. I am ready for another visit.

[@petevicente9236]

Now that’s a beautiful machine!

[@jerrymarcum9981]

Great video. Historic knowledge and the delivery is so fun to view. Thanks a lot.

[@tonyhoward7840]

Wow, bike is awesome, Petrali is the man, thanks for the history lesson

[@61espo]

Beauty! It’s in the correct museum!

[@ironhead9507]

I love it. Can you imagine going 100 mph average for 100 miles with no brakes or clutch, maybe when I was younger

[@Twinkletoes78]

Your knowledge blows my mind

[@Patriot-up2td]

Matt, that bike is absolutely stunning! Even by today’s standards!

[@simonevans343]

Beautiful looking bike.

[@LordRustyMcAlpin]

it's time to get all of these old bikes back on the market.

[@IVANHOECHAPUT]

I've had 37 motorcycles in my 74 years, but always wanted a 500 single! Unfortunately, I never owned one. I think the 500 single was the most beautiful design of all bikes!

[@scottimusgarrett15]

I've just started watching your channel, getting hooked up by the Bikes and Beards guys. I absolutely love your stuff! Amazing knowledge, and great storytelling, camerawork, and editing! Great job, y'all! This is SUCH a bitchin' bike. The lines, the colours (especially the white rims!)...So beautiful. It actually makes my heart ache a bit. Thanks, guys!✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

[@fabieneldridge3414]

Looks like it’s going 100mph sitting still ! Just Beautiful !

[@ddixon172]

What a really good video! Very informative ! I had no idea about Harley or joe's history. Thanks for being so detail orientated 👍🇺🇸👍

[@one-of-us9939]

There are only a handful of people who understand how beautiful this race bike is. When you first ride her you should be wearing Levi 501's. 501's on the 501! Numerologically speaking...

[@deanehill9730]

Glad you have it.

[@DailyDrivenBikes_1]

Those old bikes are so cool.

[@nastynickftw6352]

Wow just absolutely stunning 🤩

[@sladeb6036]

Absolutely beautiful

[@alstone5257]

WOW, I love that bike.

[@brianrichards517]

What a beautiful machine

[@BadChizzle]

Beautiful ! ! ! ! Wow!!!!!!!

[@brushcountry6361]

Great bike great history. Congratulations

[@sixtenfredriksson1224]

In my eyes, as a former speedway rider, that bike is a beauty. Looking at Harveys today and wondering where it went wrong.

[@larrypeplinski593]

Petrali was THE MAN!

[@williamamacker3119]

Thank you For the video. The Bike. Is awesome And Thank you for all your videos always excellent ☘️🤘🇺🇸

[@alansturt5211]

Thanks for all the great info Matt!

[@DILLIGAF...F.T.W.]

I WATCHED ALL YOUR DAS SHOWS... I CAN TELL YOU, AS A FATHER, HE'D BE VERY, VERY PROUD OF HOW YOUVE CARRIED ON... YOU GUYS SEEM TO HAD A GOOD RELATIONSHIP.. WHICH I DID WITH MINE.. MADE SURE HE HAD MY LAST CHOP.. WITH MY BOUGHT NEW 1989 FXR... SUPER FAST 80" WITH CRABE CAM.. EDELBROCK HEADS, INT, CARB... 42% more HP. THAN STOCK 80 ! FRONT STRETCH 10 LONGER 14°RAKED TRIPLE TREE CONVERSION FROM GERMANY... BEEEUTKFUL... IT TRUELY FEELS LIKE POWER STEERING low pm rear shocks, DROPPED SEAT HIGHT TO 25"! ITS SO SAFE, COMFORTABLE, YOU WOULNT THINK ITS A CHOP AS YA RIDE.. OH YA... 16" APES.. IM 6'1" SO ITS PERFECT FOR CRUISING. .PLEASE... KEEP DOIN WHAT YOU'RE DOING... ITS GREAT ... SAVE OUT BIG BIKES ! ... MOUNTAIN MAN

[@mediclimber]

Beautiful bike. Well done indeed.

[@clarkbabin9799]

That bike is absolutely amazing and a beautiful piece of machinery. I'll have to send some of the non harley riders to see the history that is .

[@honda86tb]

Wow that’s beautiful

[@increasedelevation3776]

What an amazing find! Thanks!

[@tristanbuckoke9121]

Totally cool mate . Loved it cheers mate from Australia

[@1101964]

thats mad....what a machine.....wow

[@michael61985]

That's a badass bike for sure

[@gboo9490]

It's already rare this man collected this knowledge.Its almost impossible for us to hear it again.

[@johnderekmitchell1510]

Those guys clanked when they walked. Jeez. 120+ with no brakes, on wood.

[@m.j.hooligan8139]

Who in their right mind would "dislike" this video...???? 🤔

[@robertjansen3058]

Fantastic bike that could not have gone to a better place! Love all the work that you do and if I'm ever across the pond visiting the Wheels trough time collection is one of the first things on my list. Just as a side note, I feel like a lot of HD's current problems could be fixed by making a modern interpretation of these early bikes aimed at a younger audience. Not to heavy, simple to work on, not crazy expensive, economical, but with the history and the fantastic look.

[@charlessanborn551]

I love this channel and Matt is the man..

[@carbo2950]

Very nice.

[@browngreen933]

Great Museum addition! But from the CAC top and SA bottom and hearing that the bike was "restored" around 1974, I wonder if this job is something of a nicely done parts bike? I ask because some of the early Harley-Davidson collection bikes are notorious for being pieced together with various year parts. This has led to controversy among collectors and restorers because many presume that everything Harley-Davidson has or touches must be 100% original and/or correct. I hope Matt keeps an open mind about this bike when they dig deeper into it and then tells us what he finds.

[@shaneedmonds80]

Beautiful