Greg and Jim take a close look at an immaculately preserved, original machine from the heyday of Harley-Davidson.
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@northerniltree4 жыл бұрын
I bought my first Harley Davidson in Colorado Springs in 1978. It was a '75 Sportster, and I had it repainted to look like a '77 Low Rider, being I couldn't afford the real thing. Turned out so beautiful, it got stolen soon after. I'd collected so many cool old bikes ever since, but this '56 is beyond special. All I can do is shake my head in disbelief. I'm too old to own or ride bikes anymore, just watching this is enough to get my blood flowing again. You don't need a DeLorean to go back in time. This Pan will take you straight back to 1956. And, light whatever you smoke.
@Den-lh6sc3 ай бұрын
Always liked sound of Sportster
@getoffmygrass69742 жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible, there aren't words that justify the beauty of that machine. I've always wondered what a brand new FLH would look like back then. I've seen many but patina and brittle if they were original, never have I seen a scoot this old that is as immaculate as this Harley is. Back then, like you said "there is no absolute" it's so cool how dealer's would just cobb parts together depending on what they had available, so two of the exact same bikes that went to two different dealers could be accessorized differently from each other, even though they are the same parts. That process alone identified each Harley as it's own, almost as if there were two that were never %100 alike. I've always used restored Pan's or Knuckle's as a platform to see what these machines looked like brand new and I gotta say, there's a huge difference! Most restores, the bike is too perfect. This, as far as I'm aware and I'm sure the talent is out there but would be an extremely hard look to replicate, they're only original once! Too cool guys, good luck topping this one.
@firebearva2 жыл бұрын
What an amazing find this bike takes me back to my first ride on a motorcycle. My grandmothers neighbor was a truck driver who owned a 1957 Harley FLH and one Sunday he took us kids for a ride on his motorcycle. That ride lit a fire in that six year boy. I have owned and ridden since my teens. I am seventy now and still ride my 2000 FLSTC.
@robertokeefe86814 жыл бұрын
I was made in 56 sure do wish I looked that good
@ToddtheExploder4 жыл бұрын
robert okeefe Same here, Roberto. I would give most of what I have to own this motorcycle. I think it may be the single most beautiful machine of any kind that I have ever seen.
@charlesbongirno14482 жыл бұрын
That makes 3 of us! I just love this gorgeous HD!!♡
@randyjones78954 жыл бұрын
wow i was born june 10th 1956, that is so cool, it feels like im a part of that bike in time. and i love harley davidson motorcycles, thats old school.
@tonyrivra37322 жыл бұрын
Very slick ,awesomely sweet.I was born on that year .Just looking at it makes me happy .Thank you guys for showing it and taking care of that treasure.I salute you ,sirs.
@jmc25673 жыл бұрын
Funny you say about the keys,because I always have mine all facing the same way,same keyring for last 40 years and my father who was a military man always told me put your keys all the same way,GREG sure knows his stuff,pleasure to listen to such a knowledgeable person,thankyou,beautiful bike,thankyou JOHN D,RIP,,thankyou JIM,best original pan I,ve ever seen,,,best wishes to all,from,Auckland,New Zealand.🥰🤩🙂👍👍
@richardgoulden5792 жыл бұрын
I also live in Auckland New Zealand. I have a 55 FLH, not as nice as that one, but still a very nice surviver. Mostly original paint, 19843 miles, and pretty blinged up. I'm the 3rd owner, previous owner 51 years. According to the records I have seen, it is the 11th to last bike made in 1955. Atomic blue, in Grey Lynn.
@freebird72844 жыл бұрын
i'm happy to make the 100th comment on this beautiful machine, I have a '55 myself and I will be stopping by the museum to check it out in person, thanks so much for bringing it to the masses.
@toddgittins56924 жыл бұрын
Always remember, any year bike, the rarest H-D is a stock one. Owned many custom bikes, every new one I buy, I only change things with factory parts. I get top dollar, when I sell. It takes awhile, but the right guy always shows up. Great bike, great video. This guy knows his stuff, because there are minor differences in same year models, back in the day. They got bikes out the door, period. Plus, the factory would offer more options/deletes, than today.
@RandallMoore19553 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing this great looking machine. Wow.
@EvanWilliams863 ай бұрын
This is so cool. One thing I find funny, I have Harley quarts of oil in my garage, think nothing of it, it's just the oil recommended to use for my bike. But 68 yrs from now, people may be looking at my bike and going "oh wow he still has the oil in the old timey black plastic bottles!!" lol
@anthonyrios8461 Жыл бұрын
Just Beautiful. 👀👀👀
@randallburgess46Ай бұрын
Stunning!!!
@lisar30064 жыл бұрын
I had a 55 I rebuilt and ended up selling it because I had orders for Germany but after I sold it my orders got changed and I ended up at Ft Jackson SC as a range officer for BCT. I have owned seven Harley's and two Indians over my life time. I still have three Harley's but only one cool bike my 1972 FLH police special the others are twin Cams. Beautiful bike thanks for sharing.
@nicolebblaylock81083 жыл бұрын
I took my driving test on a1972 (year i was born)FLH police special. What are your other three bikes? ---Niki💋
@lisar30063 жыл бұрын
@@nicolebblaylock8108 I sold the two twin cams a 2001 FLHRCI Road King and a 2002 FLSTC and bought a own owner low mileage 98 FLSTF Fatboy Evo. It is very factory except for a Vance & Hines exhaust and a Mustang seat. I have it and my 72 FLH police special. I restored the 72 as factor as i could except for the leather saddlebags off my 55 pan. These are the newest bikes I plan to own. Trying to work a deal for a 57 Pan basket case but no luck on a price yet being a cheap bastard that I am.
@robertrogers7939Ай бұрын
What a dream come true.
@terry93254 жыл бұрын
This bike is a piece of engineering art . Beautiful .
@kneedeepinbluebells55384 жыл бұрын
We Have DEVOLVED Since 1956 - I Can Only Imagine Life In Those Post War Years
@lisar30064 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bike. My friend found a 1948 Pan that was the most factory complete bike I ever worked on. No missing tabs no welds all original sheet metal. Pete did have it repainted and the motor rebuilt. I disassembled and it reassembled it nothing was missing and we salvaged all most everything. I had a 56 for a short time until I was going to deploy to Germany and sold it. My orders was change two days later to Ft. Bliss TX. That is a great find you don't see that any more thanks for posting it.
@rufussmith60524 жыл бұрын
Perfect video to get one's day started..thanks Jim and Greg. Awesome motorsickle.
@sluf19633 ай бұрын
Absolutely a top quality museum piece , top shelf , what a beauty , thank you for such an in depth , and sensual walk through . This is my favorite so far . I'd love to see one on a 63 machine , just because of my birth year . Thanks for sharing , again absolutely the best so far .
@Woodstock98312 жыл бұрын
Panheads Forever.....Thanks Greg and Jim for sharing this beautiful Panhead.....
@stelthy1003 ай бұрын
This is just like the first motorcycle I ever rode on as a kid . this picture brought back a lot of memories
@rodfast81963 жыл бұрын
I too was born in 56, and also had a 56 pan back in the late 70s
@davidmott19694 жыл бұрын
I learned soooo, much from this video. I have the same reverence for these beautiful time pieces. Thank you.
@jojojosmart14 жыл бұрын
Fantastic-wish I could have met this guy- he must have been a real character.
@timmitzlaff89603 жыл бұрын
Sweetest bike I’ve ever seen. Un believable love went into this machine.
@bigmikeh58274 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the video and the story. What a find.
@TheRonald65243 жыл бұрын
All I can say after watching this video. Absolutely amazing!!!!!!!👍🇺🇸🇨🇦
@julieredmon15214 жыл бұрын
I wish you would have started it, beeped the horn, and hit the turn signals. Just to see what it was like to own one back in the day. Nice bike though.
@ravencrestmedia3 жыл бұрын
Biggest letdown tbh otherwise, really good video.
@panheadsforever743 ай бұрын
John D knew that bike would out live him. thats why he did what he did. Hopefully that panhead will stay that way for hundreds of years. PANHEADS FOREVER.
@patrickodonovan50664 жыл бұрын
What a beauty. Thank you for posting this.
@roybarlett4880 Жыл бұрын
I owned a 1956 Harley that was same color except mine had white bags..Oh how I wish I still had it!!
@budman1230524 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! Everything about this motorcycle and it's owner!!
@patrickmuraszewski36064 жыл бұрын
Great job great bike. I have a sweet stock 55 but Dam it's unreal how pristine that bike is ,Congratulations on the score and keeping it in your state
@mrkeopele Жыл бұрын
great story, great share
@JamesCouch7772 жыл бұрын
I had a 1950 Hydra Glide when I was in high school. Wish now that I'd kept it.
@user-xm7vj9it7s6 ай бұрын
My favourite Harley. The Evos and onwards l wouldn't give them a second look
@TheBodhisattvaWisdom4 жыл бұрын
Prettiest thing I ever saw.
@jplav29524 жыл бұрын
What a gorgeous piece of machinery
@lots37993 жыл бұрын
I always loved flh. I have a 72 stock dresser. But that Pan you got here, is absolutely stunning. I got to say ,its the nicest survivor I think I ever seen. Thanks for making the video! I'm drueling.😛
@CaptainRon19134 жыл бұрын
What a machine. Thanks for posting
@starvinmarvin62742 жыл бұрын
Hello I had a 1951 FL 61ci that I had built back in 1970 for my brother that died.It wasn't stock though. It was a race motor & had a wide glide 12"over extended front end. Was a 1948 cradle leg hardtail frame. Real fast too. Would go 200 miles an hour. Had to wear aircraft goggles as tears flowed out of your eyes.These roads around here wern't safe @ that speed.miss those days.I knew the man that sold the motorcycle new His name was Bud. I bought parts from him many times also through the years.Just wanted to share with my biker brothers .Ride safe all.
@insideout26003 ай бұрын
Wow . Privaledge to see !!
@guitarpro2484 жыл бұрын
I *LOVE* THAT BIKE THAT IS BEAUTIFUL! thank you for the video!!
@MusicalHifi544 жыл бұрын
Wow, just gorgeous. I can only imagine taking a cruise on that beauty and living in those times of great music and motorcycles.
@Den-lh6sc3 ай бұрын
Great old days
@Colinmcdougall699611 ай бұрын
I’m lost for words it’s beyond beautiful . My oh My…😇
@joekelly9555 Жыл бұрын
I never knew the bubble bags came in any color other than black or white, cool. I have a 59 but 48 is my favorite Pan. Your 56 is amazing! Great video thanks.
@SoMDHarleyRider2 жыл бұрын
The holy grail! Would have loved to hear it run!
@laeljon4 жыл бұрын
Watched this several times....Why did he quit riding the bike?????
@naomiscott71444 жыл бұрын
Harley-davidson are crazy to make new motorcycle designs.
@TheWolfsnack3 жыл бұрын
California....emissions......
@cdjcn4 жыл бұрын
UNREAL!
@blockplanestudio3 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable motorcycle and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate the video and you guys sharing the story. I have an original paint 56 and have always been curious about it having slotted screws on the transmission jockey top. Being that those started working their way into production in 51-52, I always imagined I would have seen more of them over the last 20 years, but have really yet to see them on a bike. My example has a lot more miles than yours, but I always wondered if they were replaced with slotted screws over the years or were that way from the factory. If you have time, I would sure like to know what you have on that machine. I can almost see them in the video, but they appear to be slotted, I just can’t tell for sure. Anyway, hope this finds you well and thanks again for your time! Regards, Thom
@LesterSuarezGonzalez-dz9ns Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful Classic Harley!!!
@baza0078 Жыл бұрын
Hi Greg, this is the first time I've seen this video. How fantastic.
@lordbyron41634 жыл бұрын
Its a shame you didn't have any photos of the original owner with the bike. Always adds so much to the story
@jimg6913 жыл бұрын
Outstanding find. No disrespect to anyone but if I was able I would have ridden it way more and detailed it way less. I'm 72 and have owned a 59 Fl for many years and I still ride it a good bit. I ain't savin it for the after life, all that fire and brimstone would melt the tires anyway.
@annreinbeau4 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous bike. Great year too!
@rodmaxwell3324 жыл бұрын
Awesome bike and video! My guess would be that the fishtails are Superior.
@panheadsonlyvirtualbikesho4914 жыл бұрын
@@rodmaxwell332 They are marked Buco. No guesses needed.
@leh3827 Жыл бұрын
I was made in 56 too. Nice bike Nice bike.
@charlesrainey68303 ай бұрын
Beautiful bike.
@sportglidejim90014 жыл бұрын
What a gorgeous bike!😎
@jontodryk56014 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. The clinch nuts you referenced are trade name "Flexloc" these are still widely used over nylock nuts.
@waynewaters40056 ай бұрын
What a beauty
@steveperry13444 жыл бұрын
that's as pristine as it gets...wow.
@jameswalton90624 жыл бұрын
My dad had one like this one in 61 I Was 11yrs old rode on it many times. I have a 2011 ultra now.
@Taras-Nabad2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely amazing.
@ecrusch3 жыл бұрын
Definitely museum quaility
@RudyBaaten Жыл бұрын
That is an incredibly taken care of bike !!!
@jens-39494 жыл бұрын
Awesome Bike! Great video!! I like the bug coming out of the box at 28:12...
@Swampfox3214 жыл бұрын
That wasn't a bug, it was the washer to the part that rolled out. He picks it back up and puts in the box
@albertcampos9593 жыл бұрын
Harley should make this bike again... This is what a Harley should look like!!
@slicksnewonenow4 жыл бұрын
Jeez... I can't go 10 MILES without ruining something.
@insideout26003 ай бұрын
Thank you !!!
@silvanobaca61422 жыл бұрын
Wow what a gorgeous,original harley I'd live to own this bike...
@KowboyUSA3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding!
@baddog59363 жыл бұрын
Didn't you used to be able to get glide forks with an adjustable rake on them? I had a '57 and as much as I love Pans, I still found my gaze drifting off to the Knuckle motor just lounging on a stand in the background. I keep sadly missing my '38 lately.
@jerryspencer5453 Жыл бұрын
That bike is sweet. I ran a 56 Panhead in my California chopper back in the 80's. I miss it but I can't ride a hardtail anymore.
@dehoedisc72472 жыл бұрын
Hoarder and O.C.D. for certain. Guaranteed. The owner is king and that's that.
@whip-its_dad42394 жыл бұрын
I think it would be interesting to have some information on Mr.Deatherage like a picture of him .What he did for a living ?
@russmarx439610 ай бұрын
Beautiful machine.
@dougbuswell26892 жыл бұрын
All I can say is wow
@c798913 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU !!! BRAVO !!!
@neilbrown822 жыл бұрын
Wow just wow
@gravityalwayswins14344 жыл бұрын
man what a beauty
@spookydog69592 жыл бұрын
28:10 bug crawl's out of the sight gage box EPIC
@six-pack13322 жыл бұрын
I wonder if he's been waiting since 1956 for someone to open the damn box? 🤔
@thatsmrharley2u210 ай бұрын
That was the gasket, not a bug.
@atcjoe16002 жыл бұрын
So nice , a time capsule !
@alanmcclusky4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bike unbelievable the original owner of the bike was truly a great Good man I love harleys and most all I love the panhead always will one day I may be honoured to own a panhead my dream harley God bless you all regards Alan from the UK
@weldermike70174 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable 😎👍
@six-pack13322 жыл бұрын
Pure awesomeness.
@johnwood5514 жыл бұрын
Beautiful ride. Why did he only ride it 5,000 miles and three years ?
@lancemccormick41714 жыл бұрын
lance {cycle&cigars} 63yr old biker and restorer that is impressive machine
@jayhockley88414 жыл бұрын
If I owned that bike , I would have rode it and enjoyed it while I was able to . In an old Harley Radio Commercial, a young Man asks his Grandfather : "Grampa , looking back , would you have done anything different in your Life ? Grampa Replies : Well , I would have BOUGHT that Harley Davidson Motorcycle when I was Young "
@1SonOfMoon13 жыл бұрын
Got my ‘11 heritage when I was 23. Last year. Riding it every day and enjoying it while it lasts
@craig8037 Жыл бұрын
Kick ass ride FTW
@olironrider89184 жыл бұрын
Should definitely consider having a professional poster made of this bike. What a beautiful work of art to be hanging on a (my) wall..!!!
@jeffreyengle2762 Жыл бұрын
I look at a bike this old with that few miles on it, and wonder why did they purchase this machine in the first place only to Park it and keep it pristine all these years… I purchased a 2019 Road king and the stories it will have will unfortunately come with scratches, some rust and a few paint chips, dings, and dents. But the owners will have road this bike and got all of the pleasure out of it by riding it.
@thetruthisoutthere85984 жыл бұрын
Badass!
@murraycharters61024 жыл бұрын
Hey guys , Don't forget to tighten that spark plug with a spanner. I have seen them blow out when not tightened and believe me they go off like a 303 bullet.
@Wootangtw4 жыл бұрын
Awesome bike...
@bryonkidder61994 жыл бұрын
WoW!
@frankgiustiniani14632 жыл бұрын
I was born in 1956 and I sure would give anything to be in this good of shape lol !!!!! - !!!!!!
@michaelpickern21099 ай бұрын
Really nice I bet that bad boy purs🎉
@triketacular80934 жыл бұрын
Great video. Would there be a way of locking in the trip odometer, at it's current reading of 83 miles? Would be a shame if it was accidentally erased. Thanks for sharing. Safe Travels.