First Fire of a Rare Motorcycle Restoration - 1936 Knucklehead

[@andyyougoonie]

To everyone watching this, a group of friends and myself visited the Museum. Had the chance to meet Matt. Seriously a cool guy. Thanks for taking the time to talk to some Motorcycle nerds. SMORTCON 2024 was awesome because of folks like Matt.

[@khb3892]

I was planning on buying tickets for a chance to win. But I was diagnosed with ALS in April. At 58 I'm taking life one day at a time. Good luck to the winner.

[@Shaun-c9v]

Omg bless u sir make that buy u need this bike as part of ur day by day life🙏🙏🙏

[@RogerDiotte]

We're here with you buddy.... I'm 59 and was told this morning that I'll be working on the ground outside all winter on the railway in nasty northern Ontario Canadian frigid cold for now on... Switching steel plant relentless 24/7 hammering my body to a pulp.... Life rolls ugh...

[@BillyLintzenich-wf7sk]

​ @RogerDiotte although ive lived in the midwest States all my life ive worked in the north part of quebec in the winter. I understand the frigid cold. I had back surgery in 2002 and didnt know if i'd be able to ride again until i bought a bike in 2011. Even if a person cant ride anymore its still cool to own a piece of american history.

[@gersonhay984]

My Father had a Knucklehead. Before he went to Korea, Thank God he came home.

[@waynemorgan3095]

Absolutely beautiful, what a piece of art . In today's plastic world so glad to see these metal horses being restored, Thank you great video !

[@DexterGleason]

So happy we were able to see it up close. It’s a beautiful bike. This year we made our first trip to see the museum and it did not disappoint. The entire staff made sure the experience was perfect. Cannot wait to come back.

[@motorfreaknew]

What a wonderful byke! and beautiful restoration!

[@roadkinglobo]

Dale would be proud! 👍 Good job Matt et al.

[@garykeenan3724]

Really like that motorcycle, paint is beautiful 👍✌️❤️

[@thumpershd]

Absolutely outstanding, what a beautiful bike, fired right up and sounds great Fantastic job Matt and crew. Would be a dream to win!!!

[@robertengland8769]

I can appreciate wheels through time restoring and running antique bikes. Good job!

[@pascalekaiser1396]

Ridiculously beautiful piece of machinery ❤

[@robertrobb2367]

MATT, your wealth of knowledge, your attention to detail and your positive laid back style kinda makes me feel like a Knucklehead. Amazing work!

[@jackolson8775]

Beautiful work, Matt. Can't wait to ride it after I win it.😉

[@mikeymike1705]

I enjoy all types of motorbike repair/rest channels, WTT is no exception. Although I'm not a huge Harley fan, this bike is incredible looking, nice work.

[@TheBobjah63]

What an incredibly beautiful bike!

[@DanCrass]

I love to see the old bikes fire up

[@ozarkjackberlin1340]

I'm normally not fond of gold painted vehicles, but this is absolutely GORGEOUS. And one kick!

[@johnhaines8143]

You really make your dad proud. But I would like to see the one where Dale started all those motorcycles on his birthday again

[@mikewasfaret9563]

It's always fun to watch someone good at their craft.

[@MichaelArsenault-s4s]

Got a touching heartwarming Harley story here: Back in about 1984, when i was 14, someone took me to the motocross races. I was amazed by these 2 stroke engines, and amazed by the crazy riders. And even though i was in love with the sound of dirt bikes, whenever i would hear a Harley i would say things to myself like "Harleys should be outlawed, with all that noise". I know saying something like this, on this channel, is a good way to get blocked, or a fat lip, and a black eye. So, not to long ago, guessing a Wheels Through Time video popped up on the side of my screen, and then this video popped up. And when it did i fell in love with just the color of the bike, and when he started it. i was like "This is so bad ass". And so now, when i hear a Harley, i run to my window "Is it a Knucklehead?"....So now i love the sound of Harleys. And this why, i feel the raffle should be canceled, after this touching story. The power of Wheels Through Time - changing the way people feel about motorcycles. Even if you guys raffle the bike, you will always know, that i deserve it more. And if some guy wins the bike, and doesnt give it to me, after hearing this heart warming story, you will know, he is just a big jerk. I feel in my heart, that Dale would have wanted it this way. Cheers

[@specialse]

Beautiful bike , beautiful colour....😎

[@MatthewPenney-xs9sz]

Man please give us advanced advanced notice on getting tickets for this bike that is just beautiful

[@steveshoemaker6347]

l really liked your dad Dale.....Thank you Matt for showing the first start of this 1936 Knucklehead excellent Restoration bike..... Old Shoe🇺🇸

[@godfellas483]

The WTT team has outdone themselves this time. That is one Beeeeautiful bike! I hope that I am lucky enough to win this one this year...I'm going to pencil out some dates to come and pick it up...😎

[@faithbuilder1320]

Almost bit my knuckles when I saw that little darling. What an amazing work of art. The paint scheme is so extreme & regal at the same time. The details & chrome being in the right places is so amazing. What a beautiful, beautiful machine! Thank you my Lord my God for giving men such wisdom to build & make things like these 🙌...

[@normanroberts6680]

What an incredible bike. I dream my ticket will be the winner. Really enjoy kickin back and watching your Informative videos.

[@wheelsthroughtime]

Thanks for watching!

[@Jerry-nj1gc]

My tickets and tee shirt were delivered yesterday! Can't wait to ride it home to Missouri.

[@shaunbanks1344]

What a magnificent restoration. Absolute masterpiece. So envious that I live in Australia

[@johnstewart3393]

Watching and fantasizing about riding it to Daytona Main Street

[@williemorgan6738]

Damn man I wish I could afford to enter the contest but good luck to those who did.

[@innsanewayne]

A guy won one year with one ticket, he also won a Camaro up north somewhere with one ticket so you never know.

[@RogerDiotte]

Unbelievable, through the magic of the internet comes this... I'm palpitating and my sight... wet eyes right now.... That everyone is an event to witness right here.... It's beyond moving....

[@kbenham7683]

Very beautiful, a proper classic. I remember seeing Knucklehead choppers back in the day and realize that was a mistake and waste. It would be fun to ride a hardtail sometime and have a big garage with this bike and a Packard Phaeton.

[@jeremyp2295]

You guys do some great restoration work. You have made the knucklehead my favorite motorcycle. The paint is amazing. I can't wait to see it back on the road turning heads

[@giovanni5063]

Just a sec. Two weeks ago, I saw my bike perched in the lobby. It looked purty dam good to me. Be careful, cause when I win, there will be a real good inspection bein' made. Matt, just foolin' with ya!

[@JoeFurtado-xv5no]

Same here lol

[@DannyNeal-g8y]

I believe that's the first brand new 1930's Harley I've ever seen! Beautiful work, guys!

[@NVArt001]

I just visited your museum/shop in late August. Awesome place to spend a few days. I seriously hope I can get back one day. Great job on the bike. It's beautiful.

[@victorchance1510]

What a beautiful restoration job you guys did on this HD . 👍💓☮️🇨🇦☕🦫

[@aldolajak1267]

I just wish you would have your raffle drawing earlier in the year. As a resident of North Dakota, if I win this beautiful motorcycle, I will have to wait until spring 2025 to ride it home.

[@markrich6878]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@steelwheels327]

That paint is magnificent !!! The bike is rolling art !!

[@paulaabrams7058]

Mat as always 😊❤ Thanks for the continued memories 😊❤ ROCK ON AMEN 🙏 🙏 🙏

[@MichaelArsenault-s4s]

Could this be the best looking Harley i have ever seen. That gold and black is killer.

[@mikedawe692]

I could watch this bloke build Lego. Passion, intricate depth of knowledge, mechanical exactitude and pride in what he does. Bloody good tradesman.

[@crebbsjd]

If I ever had a bike. I think that would be the one. Good job! You all are supreme top shelf. That is a great color scheme.

[@BrianWilliamsPhotography]

I love the detail of the screws lined up on that derby cover. Nice. I would ride that.

[@davidkillingsworth2523]

Pretty cool! I didn’t know that much went into motorcycles!

[@Odessa45]

AWWWW MAN!! I thought this video was going to be about THE OTHER gold & black knucklehead you guys have. The one on display out in the museum! Even better would have been the silver & black knuck. That bike is wicked!

[@Fast48-1]

What gorgeous bike!!

[@jasstack]

This is the coolest bike I've ever seen. These early models had some great design lines.

[@rickystokes891]

a few months ago you let me sit on that bike. You guys rock

[@kakadaf3]

I live in uk and both 1 ticket to support you guys. Love the bike, love your chanal !

[@andrewbull3537]

I'm not a harley man (triumphs are my bike fetich) but the old harleys (1930 -1960) are up there on my favorite bike list . Peace out ✌️

[@scottmurrish52]

Just love the level of excellence that you and your crew display! Thanks for sharing the story that goes into each bike you build!

[@bullfrommull]

I am a old Vespa guy. Jesus that Harley is gorgeous!

[@boppin_bennie]

The 36EL set the stage for all other H-D big twins to follow ! Being the last design Bill Harley was involved with they were reluctant to release it & did so without much fanfare after the fiasco of the VL having a flywheel the was to light for low end torque, choosing to wait till a solution for the OHV oil return cups on the valves. This bike with the black & gold finish it's simply Stunning & Beautiful !

[@dolanridgecommunitychurch7433]

I just wanna say how awesome it is to see how much passion you have for the museum, anything with a motor and wheels, and how great you are doing continuing your father’s legacy. With my health problems I’ll never get to come see it in person, but I love the videos and content you put out. God bless and always keep it shiny side up.

[@MEJ777]

Literally my favorite bike in my favorite color scheme for it

[@ronsampservice3066]

Yep, I remember the day I kicked my first Harley after I had put the engine together from 3 boxes of parts. 1970 XLCH. Started first kick. Still have that bike! Matt that a beautiful knucklehead. I bet you love your job!

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Amazing. Love the color

[@gaidaiashim]

Amazing work done! Sweet sound of engine when it starts! ❤ Cooool

[@talkingrock7011]

Better than when it was new in 36

[@08Barclay]

Most beautiful Knucklehead, that I’ve ever seen. Wow!

[@iamgermane]

Check out Honda Shadow ACE line from the last 30 years!

[@georgepavich8266]

Matt you and Chris make the best motorcycle videos of all

[@davidbennett8933]

BEAUTIFUL KNUCK 😍 MY FAVORITE IS THE ORANGE COUNTRY CHOPPER ❤

[@TrainMaster04]

Such a sweet ride and such a great museum! It would be nice to win it but I know it will find its forever home in November.

[@garyseaton4619]

This could be the most beautiful bike I've ever seen... Matt, Chris, and all the crew and sources used have absolutely outdone themselves... I'm buying tickets for this one...I don't see "kicks" guesses... I say: 3...

[@marvnimmo9743]

Thank you , as always, for your enthusiasm and dedication. You folks keep me motivated and focused on my projects. Cheers from Colorado. :)

[@jbradkilpatrick]

Matt, I’d love to see an Indian as a raffle bike one year.

[@Freddie-pe9nz]

Thank you Matt and Chris you guys are so blessed to be able to work together like a find 36' knucklehead lol. I look forward to getting your notifications. So much I'd love to say that I just deleted a book about my past with my bikes. It's been amazing seeing these collection starting to come out of places you'd never know was there and that's why they are packed. I know of several old dealership owners owners who started out with being a Suzuki dealership. But the guy was a very big fan of the Harley Davidson motorcycle and has barns and warehouses just jammed packed from the first snowmobiles anything you can imagine. I was blessed to have been able to grow up with his son's and go on several trips over the years and his dad would buy out dealerships who were closing due to retirement and the economy but they were the old boys that had the collections NOS parts galore.

[@Freddie-pe9nz]

Thank you for your comment back you have made my day so much better. Keep on keeping on guys much respect for you time and education. Upstate NY.

[@robertosgood961]

Yesirree, it's a beaut! Got my tickets. Have you ever considered doing a "barn find" raffle? You know, make sure the bike runs and stops and all, but leave it looking like you found it with original patina and dings? Love the just rolled it out and rode it look!

[@harveybjackson203]

Got my entries, sure like to add such a beautiful ride to my collection.

[@rogerdulworth3086]

Awesome job guys 👍❤️🙏🏻

[@timwilliamson2559]

Just beautiful put some big smile on my face

[@MyWillypilly]

Simple. Good Job Mr.

[@CSittig]

My new bike looks beautiful! Amazing work as usual 👏 👏 👏

[@garyehrhardt3136]

Beautiful bike Matt,

[@mooslionheart]

a tribute to Harley, America and the craftsmen of Appalachia 🇺🇸

[@JuanArgudin-pb9ls]

Thanks for the episode❤❤❤ is great gracias por el episodio grandioso

[@cyclegoon]

I didn't think it was possible to top the 2022 giveaway. Can't wait to ride down to check the place out

[@paulridgerunner1]

Every time I watch you I have to go ride. :)

[@bikerbob2260]

Totally Beautiful and amazing Bike, You guys are the best, I would give anything to own that Bike!

[@stevefaltis8989]

Two primes, two kicks. Bet $10. Man! I’m so jealous

[@rexburch4146]

what a freaking beautiful Bike 👍👍👍👍

[@madeinfoxtrap5539]

Beautiful job Matt ! Excellent and authentic ! Dale would approve for sure !

[@tonyhoward7840]

Ohhh boy,,,,, that is gorgeous,,,, Damn good job Matt n everyone at WTT,,, Wow!!!!

[@joshweiss2617]

I restored a old Yamaha when I was six teen and ended up having to sell it before I ever got to take it in the road and I’ve wanted a motorcycle ever since! I have always loved them sense I could walk used to put a peace of wood I between some buckets and pretend I was riding would be so amazing to have a bike like this

[@TX-biker]

When you commented that the bike was 87 years old, the reality of hit me. Y’all do such great work my brain keeps thinking that machine is a “look alike” and new. NOPE that is indeed all original 😍. Well done - you bring honor to your fathers name🫡

[@kongswethai3964]

Thats one sweet bike

[@danielseymour6726]

Sounds as good as it did when you rode it out at last year's raffle. Looking forward to seeing y'all soon.

[@markusk2024]

Traumhaft schön. Ihr beiden habt ein echtes Kunstwerk geschaffen, Matt & Chris. Greetings from Germany.

[@kevinpare2014]

Truly a dream bike

[@kevinbrucestevens7747]

Sweet ride whoever it winds up with.

[@markrawlins2685]

Sounds and look’s fantastic. I’ve already purchased my tickets.

[@johnjackson8561]

Fantastic job Matt! You rock buddy!

[@ldnwholesale8552]

Looks and sounds lovely

[@philsmith6094]

That is a beautiful machine. Hope my ticket is pulled🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@jimscarnivorekitchen4731]

Beautiful bike

[@danielkoch4572]

Thank you for taking such good care of my motorcycle!!!😁 I saw it two weeks ago in person and it is stunning!

[@JohnStruemph]

Great job! Sure is a pretty bike! Thanks for sharing!

[@ColtonRMagby]

Whoever wins that thing is gonna LOVE it.