I'm only 4 minutes into watching & this collection has me crazy excited ! Can't wait to see the boys at Kaplan America do justice & work their magic on these beautiful deserving bikes ☺️
@JesseDemayo11 ай бұрын
The best part of this video was when the older gentleman said I felt like we were biker brothers, and before he could finish the sentence, Ken said we are that shows you what kind of real dude Ken and the guys really are speaks volumes to me much respect the Kaplan cyclesbring back the classic rides not only for a profit but preserve history well done guys keep it up
@andrewt875411 ай бұрын
I watch you guys daily from down under Australia, you have to be the best online museum that showcases and educates us on all things motorcycles, can't thank you enough for all you hard work.
@lo666zz11 ай бұрын
Also a daily watcher from little old New Zealand 😂.
@williamrizzo128511 ай бұрын
What an awesome find! I love that 66 pan/Shovel !
@jasoneardley220211 ай бұрын
That 1928 springer is bad ass🇺🇸💪🏼🦅
@miketr73211 ай бұрын
your killin me ken!!!OMG what a collection ☆♧◇♡♤☆
@marktatum259211 ай бұрын
"I don't want a pickle Just want to ride my motorsickle." "And I don't want a tickle 'Cause I'd rather ride my motorsickle." "The Motorcycle Song" by Arlo Guthrie (1968)
@peteloomis845611 ай бұрын
Yes from the movie on Any Sunday that had Steve McQueen in it racing with some buddies that were pro riders of the day .
@donniesden98911 ай бұрын
WOW!! It's just an impressive addition to the Kaplan brand and museum. Really happy for you and the whole Kaplan family acquiring those historic beautiful pieces!! GBA 🇺🇲
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@truthbetold-jq8iw11 ай бұрын
I'm drooling🤪 Great to see you get this collection and restore them to their glory.
@randallburgess4611 ай бұрын
Stunning collection! Mouthwatering machines! Thank you for the great video!
@richardwoodhouse839711 ай бұрын
It just goes to show, persistance pays off, its times like this makes it worth being alive, just the historical value to the world, what a find, you guys are making a difference, never give up, i remember Elvis on that harley at the time i was young but never forgot the images of him on a bike, Respect.
@GLHS59211 ай бұрын
I'm not a big trike fan, but that police trike is my favorite. The flattie bikes are awesome too.
@stephenmiller502311 ай бұрын
I’m just in awe of what you just got . My personal fave so far is that ‘57 Panhead . There’s just something about those that makes me smile ……. And I’m a grinning ear to ear Ken!! 😎👍.
@grantcarncross538011 ай бұрын
Yes I have been watching you for years also, wouldn't let anyone else have a collection like this. Kaplan Cycles are number 1 and always will be. Love from Sydney Australia.
@valibrad11 ай бұрын
Cool people. Cool historic bikes.
@nathanielgoodwin862211 ай бұрын
WOW. What a grab guys! Cant wait to see them cleaned up and running the Kaplan Way!
@joshghost66111 ай бұрын
Oh man Bakersfield was my hometown/ where I grew up lol. Some awesome Harleys in his collection. Can’t wait to see some of them on here in the future
@ACmotorcycleguy11 ай бұрын
Awesome! That whole collection is very cool, I haven't seen this many vintage Harleys on here at one time, I would have loved to have witnessed seeing you rolling all of those bikes off the trailer, I enjoyed this video a lot, I love vintage motorcycles and you guys are the pinnacle for content in that section, thanks for uploading Kaplan Cycles 👍
@BurtmannNautique11 ай бұрын
WOW! Outstanding finds!
@steverollins469011 ай бұрын
What a score! Fantastic bike s
@jayaustin309611 ай бұрын
Your passion for bikes is unbelievable. What a gold mine that found you. That elvis bike is bad ass. I seen my 92 rm 250 in there. Lookin good. Thanks. You guys are keeping it going.
@daveprostock262211 ай бұрын
What a score! Can’t wait to see the last trailer. Gotta keep that 93 in the museum ✌🏻🇺🇸
@rfiskillingussoftly656811 ай бұрын
I actually have a memorial tattoo on my arm for one of my brothers....his favorite bike was 57 pan head! Nice collection!
@more.power.11 ай бұрын
Excellent Ken a long way out of state for shipping. Real nice to see you looking after the folks selling their lifetime collections. Great work thank you Ken
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@Pompomgrenade11 ай бұрын
😂 you're awesome 👍🏾 preservation of Moto history is a blessing for ALL of us🤙 thanks 🙏
@jeffysue11 ай бұрын
that second sturgis has '81 fxs tanks on it. i see that it has a belt so is fxb. very cool and interesting. super stoked for u guys
@renetoutant747711 ай бұрын
Spectacular collection! Can't wait to see the other two trucks.
@mikephalp736410 ай бұрын
Words dont describe the work your team does! Its good to see you act like a little kid when unloading a trailer! Shows your passion for what you do and is second to none! Thanks guys
@tommaples917411 ай бұрын
I saw the Elvis bike/ model at Mecum. It did very well. What a collection 👍👍
@russellhopson165811 ай бұрын
Wow what a awesome trailer load of bikes. Can't wait for the next trailer load. 😊
@marksullivan957511 ай бұрын
From the view and audio, You are excited for the find,
@gustwowheeling733711 ай бұрын
Beautiful Timepieces, great stuff guy's!
@ar204311 ай бұрын
Wow! I have to go watch this video immediately. When the "King Of Ping" says it is the best pic they've ever done after doing it so long, it must be something. I don't care if it's dirt bikes or street bikes. It must be something. GOLD Jerry… Gold!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅
@andresinnett431911 ай бұрын
Wow , im still amazed that you find these treasures 👌✌️🇦🇺
@stevewebb919511 ай бұрын
Absolutely a fantastic collection. Love it!
@bretthenson944711 ай бұрын
Unbelievable Beautiful Collection of Fine looking Bikes ,At least they will get some Good Love now , Thankyou for All you're Hard work and Dedication Ken and Everyone at the Museum. Brett in Australia 🇦🇺 Love ALL of you're Videos Boys.
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@andymasters702911 ай бұрын
Still got my 96 hHeritage Softail Nostalgia since I bought it new. Love those bikes. Wonder what he is gonna want for the 93? 😮
@sonnyseabury405111 ай бұрын
Very impressive Harley Davidson Collection! Love that Whizzer Bicycle too! ML&R.
@rizzo368911 ай бұрын
Oh man what a collection. This is sooo rare to see this many awesome bikes from one owner. Can't wait to see them cleaned up! Like and subbed and will be checking for future vids on them!!
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
More to come!
@blue1233411 ай бұрын
How am I this excited for bikes I will never even own? Can't wait to see em get the royal treatment they deserve. Appreciate the content
@RealHooksy11 ай бұрын
I think that was for the rider’s comfort not the passenger’s 😂 Classic stuff Kenny. Beautiful bikes 👍👍
@garageassembled470111 ай бұрын
To think, I almost skipped over this one. Can’t wait to see how they sell!
@daneboro684711 ай бұрын
Awesome collection 👌
@stevoreno626611 ай бұрын
We're gonna need a bigger Museum. GBA🇺🇸
@brianmooney700911 ай бұрын
Great find Ken. You are a good man for keep praising his father and him for letting you guys buy them. Beautiful collection 🫡 🇺🇸
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly
@damienoregan621111 ай бұрын
Best video on KZbin I've ever watched.
@mauroignelzi32911 ай бұрын
With twin pistons pumping down in there soul's Kaplan cycles puts the rumble to the ROAD 🛣️
@wayno2311 ай бұрын
Trailer unload videos are the best ❤️👌
@db990411 ай бұрын
Had me drooling.. can't wait to ride out there when it warms up. Badass collection guys 💪
@kennethanderson227311 ай бұрын
All I have to say is….. you’re the MAN!!..😝 Wow!!!!!
@ar204311 ай бұрын
MAN OH MAN..... you guys got game!!! You got the hustle. I'm always in awe of your passion and dedication to the sport and entire industry. Not to mention the work-ethic. Through the roof!!! 🙏👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅
@kevinsivertson580011 ай бұрын
Tkx for sharing Ken!
@hvalour111 ай бұрын
Looking forward to the other 2 trailers! Thanks for sharing boys!
@madelynzauner60409 ай бұрын
I just wanted people to know that my father Harold honor passed away nine years ago today please senior take good care of his motorcycles. I’m loving every video of watching you guys taking them back, cleaning them up and getting them running back out on the street to enjoy his son. Very proud of his father Mark Zauner.
@jorgejorge5710 ай бұрын
Superb! My favorite was the black and gold sturgis and the 3rd for you, Im doing good.
@Lucky..B11 ай бұрын
I got goose bumps looking at them oldie But Goodies Harley Heaven .
@brianw33811 ай бұрын
I’m smiling through this whole video. Nice hall guys.
@pajo246011 ай бұрын
Nice bunch of Bikes WOW
@MarkB65211 ай бұрын
Wow ,,looking forward to you showing us the other truck loads arriving ,,, be great to see them all cleaned up,, Subbed
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the sub!
@marthanlaurinitis82410 ай бұрын
That bike is beyond beautiful!! Great job Jimmy!!!❤
@bertbroeder183211 ай бұрын
You guys are great! Cow and sturgis, you name it! Beautiful! YZ250 2024... yes! Need more money...
@Truth-Liberator11 ай бұрын
What I love about Kaplan cycles is the love of all motorcycle's great and small with the story they all have to tell. ❤ The content.
@hardtail-gy8dk11 ай бұрын
Wow what a bunch of time capsules, shovel heavy, cant wait to see the other 2 trailers, awesome haul, love the 2 Sturgis belt-belt, also the custom FX and Pans are my favorite with the last year hardtail, nice servicar
@jmead612111 ай бұрын
wow supper Nice Collection unbelievable Find & Purchase cool Hand Luke ..Ill be watching the progress as you Post Forward
@metalgeniusjoe560211 ай бұрын
Commendable, Ken. You keep knocking it out of the park. Hands down, the best motorcycle channel in the world.
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@zieniet11 ай бұрын
Holy shit! man you guys made me exited for the videos coming up on 2024! these bikes are mint
@rick00001229 күн бұрын
Really great all the memories with those rides.
@johnnance14148 ай бұрын
This has to be the best private collection anywhere. I can’t wait to see them all cleaned up.
@karolynfrench809811 ай бұрын
WOW, great bikes. Has to feel great to have them. Gotta say, let's ride.
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
You got that right!
@markmcintosh709511 ай бұрын
You hit the jack pot. Congratulations!
@GaryElizabethWoodrow11 ай бұрын
Fantastic work guys👍
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@carybaker99711 ай бұрын
New to you guys. You had me at "pan/shovel". Yes that what we called them back in the day. Lot of newbies have an issue with that.
@Letsgetit160011 ай бұрын
This is a great collection of motorcycle . 🔥
@2jkforce18 күн бұрын
That shovell at 11:06 used to belong to a guy named Mike paute (not sure of the spelling) I worked with him at valley Detroit diesel, around 2001 ish that’s when the bike was painted. He was a Vietnam vet. Had some interesting story’s.
@jonnothetrucker11 ай бұрын
Matt Walksler would drool over that collection 😊 what an absolutely beautiful collection 😍
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
I think so too!
@josephwinkler48635 ай бұрын
That 66 blue and white pan shovel with the undercut front end is absolutely gorgeous just how it sits
@steveperry134410 ай бұрын
i'm gonna go down to rockville vernon soon to check all this out in person. thnx for showing it to us. you have a great channel for h-d lovers.
@Jerry-w3e11 ай бұрын
12:54 I got to have that one
@kevinbreaux755211 ай бұрын
1993 softail heritage nostalgic, Moo glide, i had #301 of i thinking 2700
@josephdavis179711 ай бұрын
Wow!! Those are some real classic 🏍 bikes are plan to restore all of them.
@mrjolly868011 ай бұрын
Wow, you look happier than a kid in a sweet shop....nice to watch a true enthusiast, classic stuff mate.
@Markotto0911 ай бұрын
Cha Ching!!! If the best is last, I can’t wait. Amazing find.
@cajuncyclerestorations14511 ай бұрын
Awesome score !~!!
@colmcc-ij3nn11 ай бұрын
Hard workers .Well done lads 😮😊
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@JollUsARoint11 ай бұрын
That brother already knew who he wanted to get these bikes and he could not have picked anybody any better than Kaplan America baby,, and a bunch of us feel the same way feel like family and some of those transporters don't need to be transporters but some of them are pretty badass and take their job seriously with pride because that's a lot of money and these are going to look amazing we know one thing there's always something to do at the Museum you don't want to get caught standing around too long🤣😂🤣 I would hate to see the bad side of Ken oh yeah brother Ken Junior tried to fill in on 2-stroke Tuesday he did a great job but we need you back brother we know Daytona's coming up I bet the trailer is looking fabulous man, & ML&R To All Yall Bigg Buddy 💯💪🏼❤️👍🏼🤍🤟🏻💙🇺🇲💚🥰✌🏼
@coolbreezetony11 ай бұрын
“American by Birth. Rebel by Choice.” God given stuff right there. Every day is a gift gentlemen.
@strangecustoms848611 ай бұрын
Good stuff senior I remember suggesting a deck on the roof last years glad you liked the idea currently I'm prepping my toy hauler roof to repaint and seal its mid summer here in New Zealand still riding the xr600 daily it just keep ticking over. I only watch the cr500 and classic American bike vids and man this one was a dosey. 😁🇬🇸👍
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
Thanks brother, Sounds great!
@cyclerider565211 ай бұрын
I can hear Elvis singing when looking at that bike. Cool old whizzer. I always say, the dirtier I get, the better whatever I'm working on gets.
@alansieckman92705 ай бұрын
I rode a 65 police pan shovel for motorcycle escort.. best bad weather bike I ever rode including our fxrp
@donnyhud11 ай бұрын
oh man!! wow!!! what a find!! the older harleys are the best!
@scottmaz406311 ай бұрын
The trike is sick
@steveperry134410 ай бұрын
i love the sturgis with the gold, freakin awesome.
@makeyourownluck882311 ай бұрын
Wow i just got into harleys more. Love all those bikes
@jaysan731611 ай бұрын
❤️‼️UNBELIEVABLE ‼️🥳❤️
@NO-WARNING-SHOTS11 ай бұрын
SHOUTS OUT FROM TULARE COUNTY 559 !!!!! 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
@positivecarry0711 ай бұрын
Damn Ken! You’re in California? I told you to come to Glamis when you’re here.
@craighoffman687611 ай бұрын
Preferably with that restored KTM 550 featured awhile back with a paddle tire on it 😂
@feline-n6b3 ай бұрын
DAMN.. so many beautiful Harley Davidson motorcycles
@boomerpaschall11 ай бұрын
Save them all!! & salute to the gentleman's life passion, salute.
@steveogee745810 ай бұрын
Mike Wolfe would have lost his mind. Stellar collection. Glad it had a nice landing.
@KaplanCycles10 ай бұрын
Mike would have Cherry Picked one or two as usual I don't think they bought whole collections like this very often
@steveogee745810 ай бұрын
@@KaplanCycles true.
@pitdawg641811 ай бұрын
I am going to glued to seeing the after on how these bikes will come out. The only thing I will be expecting in the group of these bikes is going to be some kind of FXR. Can't wait to see the other 2 trailers full of bikes.
@KaplanCycles11 ай бұрын
We have 3 fxrs
@royculleton622311 ай бұрын
So thats where you been hiding! Looks like a great haul!!