Hunting Harley's, 1955 Panhead Spring Special Color original paint

This extremely rare Panhead, called a Spring Special Color, has just been gone over by Duncan. We took her and the 1949 WL "Tuxedo" out for a 25 mile ride today. They both ran flawless. Here is a link for detailed pictures of this rare machine www.flickr.com/...
roughly 20 of these color editions were made, ONLY
Here is some documentation for the Spring Special Color editions. These were offered on the anniversary models 1954 and 1955 ONLY
www.flickr.com/...

[@mariomaldo25]

somehow when you start up these beautiful old machines up it makes me grin with a happy smile . your vids are simply awesome. thanks

[@patdep6385]

its sunday night,my wife & daughter r watching singing... dancing shows....,driving me nuts,thank u for youre vids & valuable info.Make the night all SO interesting.Take it easy

[@edmatthews9235]

Brave man parked right on that turn with cars passing. Nice panhead !

[@kemosabegt350geuss6]

I was thinking the same thing. A person driving and texting or 2 trucks meeting at that spot and goodbye original paint job.

[@fireball1322]

been watching a few of your huntin' harleys videos. I really appreciate them, and your pointing out of what was actually original to the specific year harleys. Much of it has been lost to history for a lot of us. But not now......

[@fearsomegladiator]

The 'cool blue pearl' on my 2011 RKC is very reminiscent of that color; what an amazing looking machine! Truly a classic!

[@blackbearbear9313]

Nice bike

[@davidgriffin6336]

The way cars seem to aim at bikes...you are a brave man to be sidways on a busy street.. Love your videos

[@HuntingHarleys]

David Griffin they never come out until I do a video, then cars come out

[@pernestomenendez4312]

Esta es una moto muy especial , una de las Harleys que más me gustan .

[@HuntingHarleys]

1952 was the 1st year for the hand clutch. The correct model designation for Panheads with a handclutch would have an F at the end of the model. such as FLF or FLHF for footshift. This designation of model type would be on ones original title, but was not differentiated on the motor number (IE, an FL motor number or EL one could not determine if the bike came from the factory with a hand or foot shifter). The tank shift (style) continued to be optional until 1977.

[@franksumser9985]

PANHEADS FOREVER

[@HUEY1MARS]

Sweet !! 40 years ago my dad had a 1955 pan head look just like this one this bike didn't come from Clemson / Seneca South Carolina area did it sure wish I knew where it was my dad died 11-11-11 and we rode a lot of bikes but the 1955 pan was the first bike I ever rode on i was 6 years old then.

[@HuntingHarleys]

this one came from the Minnesota / Wisconsin area from the original owner. Did you dad have a blue and white like this, SAME paint?

[@pablotorres5506]

Es espectacular esa súper bike debe estás entre las maravillas del mundo saludos desde Chile

[@joecat6666]

Todd, you post excellent vid 's and very informative.

[@HuntingHarleys]

glad you enjoy the vids!

[@sakygen]

I have a 2024 limited edition Hydra Glide Revival. I named her Fire Eyes. I’m gonna base its accessories based on this bike. I’ll add a rack behind the seat. I wonder where i can get that logo by the front tire. Thank you for this video

[@oleironhead1367]

BEAUTIFUL bike!

[@HarleyShaker]

I would not be trusting any of those cars on that turn!!!

[@marcroche9324]

Todd's got to have nine lives.

[@ToddtheExploder]

Scorpio Cycles Same thing occurred to me. Bikes are INVISIBLE.

[@HuntingHarleys]

thanks!

[@MrSideoiler]

Nice bike Todd. Just a classic design that seems to be pretty much timeless,the new ones try to copy the old ones!! go figure. awesome videos.

[@leesbo55]

I learn so much watching your vids. Thanks for the model designation break-down. but what does the FL stand for? Your passion and dedication and knowledge are inspiring.

[@mustie1]

nice bike,

[@HuntingHarleys]

we are having issues with the, I suspect, relay. will have it sorted out soon

[@HuntingHarleys]

if you meant tank shifter, the hand shift foot clutch was last offered 1978. The last shift actually connected to the gas tank was 1965

[@HUEY1MARS]

Yes blue & white

[@HuntingHarleys]

with this exact paint scheme?

[@aagemichaelsen6224]

well some years now, is`t for sale now....?

[@BEASTBSG1982]

My 55 wasn’t nearly as nice but I miss that old girl ✌️❤️🍊🌴

[@HuntingHarleys]

correct on both accounts. I did the film in San Jose

[@ToddtheExploder]

After you rode up and down the street and the put it on the stand and revved it, I noticed the kicker pedal would start spinning. Could there be an exhaust leak at a pipe joint?

[@randalmontgomery4595]

They all do that if you rev them, just vibration.

[@MrEdster328]

She's a beauty

[@mikegouin8960]

All original even stock paint 1955 spring edition

[@mikegouin8960]

Panhead!!

[@michaelsmith1094]

Hi Todd, Do you know where I can find a seat like that. I had one once upon a time and sold it. NUTS! Thanks, Mike

[@ariefimampoero]

😍😍😍😍😍

[@joseluissedanoescobar4629]

Preciosa

[@flatheadhd]

the movie loveless with Wilam Defoe has a redone one in movie

[@AupatitRoengthara]

Hunting Harley's, 1955 Panhead Spring Special Color original paint

[@HuntingHarleys]

if I get another it will be on the tube right away.

[@westshore2255]

Thats Aiello Dr. in San Jose!

[@greggmc2]

Todd, was the footshift an option in '55?

[@plaid13]

What is that thing sticking out from under the air cleaner pointing forward?

[@HuntingHarleys]

a horn

[@plaid13]

HuntingHarleys Thanks thought it could be but wasnt sure.

[@Often_wrong]

What do you charge for one of these when you come across one and decide to list it forsale ?@HuntingHarleys

[@HuntingHarleys]

it's all about the market, this can change, up or down.

[@Often_wrong]

Cool! Can you keep me updated on your future listings and inventory forsale. [e-mail]

[@BEASTBSG1982]

I had a red one I should’ve never sold it I remember paying 2600 bucks for it and thinking oh my god so much money Anybody know what this bike is worth now

[@briancorrigan6902]

What anniversary?

[@HuntingHarleys]

Harley Davidson did not produce a prototype until 1904. A motorcycle in actual production until 1905. 1903 saw a drawing for a motor. The company celebrated its 50th anniversary in 1954 and 55 because of this

[@MrHotroddovr6]

what year is the last yr for suicide shifter

[@frankE91210]

oh

[@HuntingHarleys]

anything to help a brother escape girl night on TV :)

[@randyhendrix1719]

lookin for 55 panhead let me know if anyone has one 4 sale

[@CyclesInc]

You must have some Bloodhound blood in you. How the hell do you find all these bikes? The data bank in your head must hurt your skull to be able to remember all the stuff in there.

[@HuntingHarleys]

+CyclesInc that's why I'm Hunting Harley's

[@CyclesInc]

You're the man

[@richardfittsfitts6226]

@@HuntingHarleys I have a 1960 pan looking for a set of original tanks and bags

[@omarpaez5546]

Es igual a la que huso pedro infante en la pelicula a toda maquina

[@KAPANGAAAMASTER]

La de la pelicula tiene palanca de cambio al costado del tanque, esta tiene el embrague comun de cualquier moto.

[@thejackel1844]

One of the most handsome bikes ever created by "organized man", except for that big ugly-ass buddy seat... Put a Schwinn Airdyne seat on my 68' FLH, looks good ! ...

[@waynehutchins6867]

Geezz stressin me out where ya got it parked FFS .... wouldnt trust any of them cars ..... Hutchy ..Australia .....

[@warrenjohnson9490]

I love your bikes and videos, BUT, you don't need an apostrophe for Hunting Harleys. It's plural, not possesive or a contraction (like don't or isn't). Just because it's plural, it doesn't need an apostrophe.

[@zr1402]

Are you really going on you tube trying to give grammar lessons? Unfortunately I think your advice is going to fall on deaf ears this time.

[@HuntingHarleys]

Nova Z +Warren Johnson true, does not NEED one, but it CAN be used. Does it matter?

[@michaelledford4751]

+Warren Johnson I know your comment is 2 yrs old but I was wondering if you could help me with my spelling ? I came to this video to see another pan like mine & realized I needed better grammar before I take the knuckle out today .

[@HuntingHarleys]

HA

[@redski1960]

You've got silver plated brass balls parking that 55 on that bend judging by the flow of traffic. Im sure you have all the insurance needed to have it repaired but it wont be original after the hit. Great looking bike otherwise. ps, I enjoy your vids.

[@Adamdub612]

Bad place to make a video. Dangerous yo!

[@HuntingHarleys]

I make the videos wherever the bikes happen to be