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Wheels Through Time

Wheels Through Time

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Dale's Wheels Through Time Museum, located in Maggie Valley, NC, features over 375 American motorcycles, unique cars, and transportation history.
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@2000tc88
@2000tc88 11 ай бұрын
A wealth of knowledge right here. I could listen to Matt all day.
@richardcrouse9074
@richardcrouse9074 11 ай бұрын
Matt you’re doing a fantastic job of carrying on the legacy of our dear friend and your Father Dale Walksler. Thank you so much.
@JasonAlexander-uz4ns
@JasonAlexander-uz4ns 11 ай бұрын
Matt's enthusiasm is like his dad his knowledge too .Long live Dale and wheels threw time .
@steverice7546
@steverice7546 3 ай бұрын
The level of passion this guy clearly has just oozes out any time he speaks about those old bikes.
@roddyhankins8642
@roddyhankins8642 11 ай бұрын
Matt I'm in England but love your channel what an interesting way you present the channel. Keep up the fantastic work. Top man
@MEJ777
@MEJ777 8 ай бұрын
Best channel on KZfaq this what I watch when I'm off work and got some time to myself
@glentomkins8044
@glentomkins8044 11 ай бұрын
I'm from Australia and I first found out about Harleys and choppers as a school kid. Fascinating information and great presentation. Thanks Matt!
@kevinglascock4246
@kevinglascock4246 11 ай бұрын
Love to hear Matt talk the way he tells about each motorcycle he's very knowledgeable for his age he learned from his dad and has took what he learned from his dad even farther his dad would be proud he's kept the museum going and continues to build it
@TyWooPing
@TyWooPing 11 ай бұрын
The genuine enthusiasm and excitement is infectious!! Can watch these all day long and just get hyped about bikes and bike history. Keep em comin!
@michaeldiaz7229
@michaeldiaz7229 11 ай бұрын
Love those 45 side valves
@allmightycustomworks
@allmightycustomworks 11 ай бұрын
brilliant! im so glad t see all these stuff such a history...back in a day man. Thanks man !!!
@jasonmyers3847
@jasonmyers3847 11 ай бұрын
I go to the custom show in Virginia City, every year. It's always a damn good show.
@frankparnell7931
@frankparnell7931 11 ай бұрын
Well, Matt, you don’t have to worry about me wanting the one with no brakes.
@russthebiker
@russthebiker 11 ай бұрын
As a Brit, modern Harleys and the culture that goes with them feels alien to me ( I ride an Italian bike) but these early American motorcycles influenced the worlds motorcycle manufactures, they are so slim, and well balanced and purposeful, and the fact that all of your machines run is the icing on the cake, and to listen to you speak about them with such passion is a joy, ps I think the knucklehead really is the pinnacle of motorcycles, you could ride around the world on one of those
@MyWillypilly
@MyWillypilly 7 ай бұрын
He's so passionate about what he's doing.
@djking44151
@djking44151 4 ай бұрын
Amazing audio quality, from the narration to the engines. Fairplay
@Ian-bq7gp
@Ian-bq7gp 10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Matt, it's so interesting the beginning of customisation stripping off weight. These machines are so much more beautiful than today's machines. It's great that wheels through time is creating tomorrow's enthusiasts so these machines will still. Be around for another 120 years hopefully.
@nappyheadedhoe
@nappyheadedhoe 9 ай бұрын
Love all these videos.Ive got 16 classic bikes and have been to the museum three times.Go after that beautiful raffle bike every year too!!!.Keep up the great work Matt !!!!
@brucewootan291
@brucewootan291 2 ай бұрын
Hi enjoy listening to the knowledge from this man about old motorcycles
@johncook3062
@johncook3062 11 ай бұрын
Absolutely my new favorite video. No matter how many times I go there, I see something in these videos that makes me want to go back.
@64faffi
@64faffi 11 ай бұрын
You REALLY know how to put together an engine! No smoke on startup on something from the teens is just amazing - probably no engine did that back then, even brand new or just broken in.
@markfalcon5949
@markfalcon5949 11 ай бұрын
Always a pleasure to watch your videos and to see all the cool bikes and memorabilia. Plus listening to how you explain and tell the story behind each motorcycle. A complete education every time I drop in to check WTT out!!!
@58dbutcher
@58dbutcher 11 ай бұрын
Pretty wild the knowledge and detail year by year. What was attractive to the time. Certainly the excitement while your building step by step ! So appreciative for everything you bring.
@OSOFLHP
@OSOFLHP 3 ай бұрын
WWII Had an influence on culture, pin-up art, aircraft influence, kick ass attitude.
@markmcintosh7095
@markmcintosh7095 19 күн бұрын
You do amazing work. I have to travel to your facility sometime.
@BNatoAk
@BNatoAk 7 ай бұрын
You have a million years of peoples memories in your facility ❤
@robertcribb3859
@robertcribb3859 11 ай бұрын
I just hope Matt that you have a child or younger family member who will carry the torch and be as passionate about preserving the motorcycle history as you are
@fabieneldridge3414
@fabieneldridge3414 11 ай бұрын
Your the Best mechanic, builder period. Every bike you do turns out Beautiful !
@greghelms4458
@greghelms4458 11 ай бұрын
Love the content Matt
@scottscott6794
@scottscott6794 4 ай бұрын
Your father will never be forgotten even if he had a daughter with a great looking beard like, you she would be a, top notch mechanic wheels through time this country loves what you have preserved.
@rickwilson7968
@rickwilson7968 2 ай бұрын
Matt - Great stuff! Thank you! Keep it coming.
@kevinrudisill6129
@kevinrudisill6129 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for keeping up your father's legacy
@craigpennington1251
@craigpennington1251 11 ай бұрын
Riders have less to choose from. It was back then & is going that way today. H.D. has eliminated some of their best works. Not only H.D. but other brands also. Not much to choose from when going into a Motorcycle dealership of any sort. This place here is eye candy & a huge wish list. Always great stuff featured.
@charleycavanaugh5414
@charleycavanaugh5414 11 ай бұрын
I love the Knowledge you put out there for everyone to learn. Thank you
@minsoolee9107
@minsoolee9107 11 ай бұрын
Great show, I really want an old bike to fix up now. From Korea!
@baconsarny-geddon8298
@baconsarny-geddon8298 11 ай бұрын
That molded frame Indian is cool as hell
@steveshoemaker6347
@steveshoemaker6347 11 ай бұрын
AMAZING.....Thanks for the amazing crank ups Matt...... Old Shoe🇺🇸
@gratefuldriver2362
@gratefuldriver2362 11 ай бұрын
Another awesome video! Enjoyed the trip through history.
@randycrager4074
@randycrager4074 11 ай бұрын
I never rode an Indian with the left hand throttle. Just wouldn't even consider it back when! I always knew I'd probably wreck it and die. No, I've never wrecked any motorcycle, come close, too scary so I slowed down years ago. Many friends died so I went from fast to extreme defensive riding. Good friend had his Harley for 3 weeks and someone pulled out in front of him. He put the skids on, ended on the side and he hit the bumper at his neck. One of the times of my life other than suffering a brain aneurysm, lol. Bud would give you his last $ and had the biggest heart of anyone I knew. Dang, gotta go, the tears may flow. Great video. Keep them coming!
@anthonysmalawipredators8794
@anthonysmalawipredators8794 11 ай бұрын
The Finch Coca Cola bike is one of my all time favorites. So many og impossible to find parts, cool as hell, first "themed" bike, aghhh I love it. I can't wait for the day I finally get to visit the museum
@lenjackson6842
@lenjackson6842 11 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this one .... nice job educating us sir , thanks ...
@Boreascorax
@Boreascorax 11 ай бұрын
The only thing better than the sound of an old Harley running is the sound of one of my own old Harleys running.
@keefespencer1173
@keefespencer1173 11 ай бұрын
I have yet to see any Shovelheads in the collection at the museum
@scottarmstrong1172
@scottarmstrong1172 11 ай бұрын
There are some shovels, K models, and sportsters upstairs. I think Matt likes to focus more on the older stuff.
@arthurcgans8198
@arthurcgans8198 11 ай бұрын
Another great video! Thanks Matt!!
@docholliday.
@docholliday. 11 ай бұрын
Another great video Matt. Thanks!
@robcates2383
@robcates2383 11 ай бұрын
Another AMAZING VIDEO, MATT!!!!!
@basilbrushbooshieboosh5302
@basilbrushbooshieboosh5302 11 ай бұрын
My tickets are in and I'm looking forward to that draw. Beautiful bikes you have there guys. Thanks
@nbowling10trio
@nbowling10trio 11 ай бұрын
I'd be happy to own any one of those bikes. Supercool!
@favoriteblueshirt
@favoriteblueshirt 11 ай бұрын
Excellent, love these videos.
@dustins.4666
@dustins.4666 11 ай бұрын
bobbers are absolutely gorgeous
@thinman8621
@thinman8621 11 ай бұрын
Cool stuff! Thank you.
@frankpowell2178
@frankpowell2178 3 ай бұрын
So awesome, love these bikes thx
@becoming-humble8745
@becoming-humble8745 5 ай бұрын
Thanks Matt
@grayfox9911
@grayfox9911 10 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@marclacroix3343
@marclacroix3343 11 ай бұрын
On the wldr, what did you mean when you said that its so cam”d up that it drops a cylinder?
@NBSV1
@NBSV1 11 ай бұрын
A big cam with lots of overlap tends to foul the plugs at low rpm. Made to race so they aren’t very happy when not getting run hard.
@adamcolbert1039
@adamcolbert1039 11 ай бұрын
Matt have you rode every bike in the museum?
@ensporium8857
@ensporium8857 11 ай бұрын
I would think so. He grew up in the museum and all of the bikes run and have to be started up atleast 1-2 times per year
@brucewootan291
@brucewootan291 2 ай бұрын
Very nice
@ast3663
@ast3663 25 күн бұрын
15:30 what a sound ..roaring
@lengabel9479
@lengabel9479 3 ай бұрын
How do I get in on the raffle? Thanks for all your time and information.
@larrypeplinski593
@larrypeplinski593 10 ай бұрын
There’s my ‘37 Knuckle just waiting for me to ride it home to Fort Worth, Texas.
@michaelmitchell5909
@michaelmitchell5909 6 ай бұрын
Keenan tatro would like that stars and stripes bike!
@joezambrano9651
@joezambrano9651 11 ай бұрын
You're awesome matt
@KirkFarmer-je6ik
@KirkFarmer-je6ik 11 ай бұрын
Need one of those
@bertkilborne6464
@bertkilborne6464 11 ай бұрын
My Uncle owned a custom Knucklehead that was all chrome. Unfortunately he died in a hunting accident in 1947 after returning home from WW2 . I never did meet him, but when my grandfather was actually able to talk about him without breaking down he told me stories about his bikes, because I was interested in bikes too. Then one day he found a picture of it and his bike literally was 100% chrome . I heard that a guy from Kentucky bought it.
@wheelsthroughtime
@wheelsthroughtime 11 ай бұрын
If you want to support the Museum, get your chance to own this 1937 Knucklehead at wheelsthroughtime.com/win-this-bike
@dirtykustomz
@dirtykustomz 10 ай бұрын
I would love to one day visit. Where can I get parts for a 1929 peashooter, I just got a frame ?
@inout3513
@inout3513 10 ай бұрын
I am by no means a harly buff I was always an old Indian fan but I absolutely love love love knuckle heads
@freyatilly
@freyatilly 9 ай бұрын
Reminds me of the mini series Harley and the Davidsons.
@chuk2795
@chuk2795 11 ай бұрын
I'm hoping and praying my Dad Terry Bruff, wins this year, hes been buying e eryone shirts every year, I have that knuckle shirt on right now
@pameladunn7346
@pameladunn7346 11 ай бұрын
on the 1949 with the flames
@tylerg6241
@tylerg6241 2 ай бұрын
10:01 Homie has an electrical outlet in the middle of his floor. Don't spill your drink.
@akulinamackenzie4492
@akulinamackenzie4492 11 ай бұрын
@Iowaboy745
@Iowaboy745 10 ай бұрын
Heading to Springfield Missouri to go pick up a 1955 pan head that my dad gave me that one belong to my grandfathers been sitting in a barn for years to resurrect the dead
@9ijnht5rdx
@9ijnht5rdx 11 ай бұрын
Knowing the difference between a bobber and a chopper.
@tomeickhorst6787
@tomeickhorst6787 10 ай бұрын
Man it would be cool if you could Built a tribute bike to Burt Monroe Indian scout he sat the records with
@waynejones6215
@waynejones6215 11 ай бұрын
Visiting soon to look at my knuckle head then come back later and rid it home
@mdf1951
@mdf1951 11 ай бұрын
What about that Corvette in the background? If you had a Harley and a Corvette in the early 50's that would have been awesome.
@pameladunn7346
@pameladunn7346 11 ай бұрын
what are those wheel covers called ? , there like hub caps ?
@simoncaddick9085
@simoncaddick9085 11 ай бұрын
5:05 - That's Dick Dale. 🎸
@IosifStalin-hi6cv
@IosifStalin-hi6cv 29 күн бұрын
Жизнь прожита не зря вы крут)
@redr1150r
@redr1150r 11 ай бұрын
I was always always told that it was done to line them up for racing.
@harleyhawk7959
@harleyhawk7959 11 ай бұрын
how does one find out, number of bikes painted in a color or colors by model and year.
@johndills3900
@johndills3900 11 ай бұрын
No info on how many a certain color , but do have the info on what colors were available each year
@saltyreesescup3104
@saltyreesescup3104 11 ай бұрын
Your Indian Is Top Level In My Book. Thanks For Sharing Man ! 🧂
@MrEatenalive
@MrEatenalive Ай бұрын
I love how there is pan to catch oil under all the Harleys...That's why the did'nt rust they slung oil everywhere!😁😁
@toddricketts9498
@toddricketts9498 11 ай бұрын
Again Thank you Matt love what you're doing 🇺🇸
@Azerium88
@Azerium88 11 ай бұрын
What boots do you wear out of curiosity? Would you even do a gear video that you use. I know it would be out of character for the channel but I’m super curious.
@jepryx
@jepryx 9 ай бұрын
New subscriber here
@G58
@G58 11 ай бұрын
The really weird thing is that I actively dislike modern Harleys (and Harley rider mentality), most Indians (except the FTR), choppers, bobbers etc. My logic is simple: they are heavy outdated agricultural geriatric vibrators - and were by the 1950s. But every time I watch one of your videos, I end up not knowing which one of these crazy old things I like the most!!! Do I want the factory bike? The stripped down sports bike? The ratty rusty bobber…???👀🙄🧐😎😜🙈 It’s more than your extensive knowledge, boundless enthusiasm, skills and dedication to your amazing collection. The bikes themselves have an allure that defies explanation. Thank you for sharing. PS If I won the raffle bike, do you ship to the UK?
@joezambrano9651
@joezambrano9651 11 ай бұрын
I meant in what year did motorcycle s start coming out with chrome rims..by the way that white Indian is sweet
@joezambrano9651
@joezambrano9651 11 ай бұрын
You know I've noticed most older 1900 bikes have black rims we hen did they start putting chrome rims on bikes
@louisflege3741
@louisflege3741 11 ай бұрын
Do you guys take do custom jobs on bikes for people?
@bradgolden-si9uv
@bradgolden-si9uv 11 ай бұрын
Hey guys J.P.cycles motorcycle museum is up for sale..all bikes must go.. Sorry to say the original owner of J.P. cycles has passed
@philmoore9829
@philmoore9829 4 ай бұрын
Ain't nobody going to "run down the freeway all day at 100 miles an hour " with a 3 1/2 gallon tank.
@akulinamackenzie4492
@akulinamackenzie4492 11 ай бұрын
9350 views 22k 👍 ytube honesty 🤣
@laurentfoisy4573
@laurentfoisy4573 11 ай бұрын
Wheels Through Time = I think Harley needs to Go Through There Catalog and (Make Old-Bikes=Modernized to todays Standards), And Rerelease them to the Public, I know the old bikes weren't that Great, That's why I said (Modernize It), (So it Runs a Lot Better / To Today Standards), {Better than it Ran-Back-In-The-Day}. They would Probably Sell-Out every Single ReRelease..
@worldssickestmedia2713
@worldssickestmedia2713 11 ай бұрын
When I look at all those old bikes there's something that is actually quite sad about them. Somebody a long time ago bought those things brand new. They rode them and cherished them. The bike was their baby. But Now that guy is dead. Nobody remembers or even knows who that guy is.
@russthebiker
@russthebiker 11 ай бұрын
but instead of being turned into scrap, the motorcycles are alive, I am sure they talk to one and other when the place is closed, and perhaps the ghosts of their owners call in to rub a hand over their bars
@GTMarmot
@GTMarmot 10 ай бұрын
Don't think too much
@markkeller1778
@markkeller1778 11 ай бұрын
That Indian chop is prettier than my EX wife (and she was HOT), beautiful scooter! I love it!
@kennedymcgovern5413
@kennedymcgovern5413 11 ай бұрын
What I love about bikes is the fact that they don't change for the sake of change. Take a Model A Ford from the 1930s and put next to whatever you drive today. The two things you'll be looking at don't even appear to be the same species. You just don't get the same experience that early drivers got. They have taken all of the humanity out of cars and computerized it. Not only that, but the style has been lost. Every manufacturer is chasing the same aerodynamics, and wind flows the same way in every wind tunnel...so all cars are starting to look the same as each other. It's vanilla. It's bland. It's boring. Now look at bikes. Take your new muscle cruiser, and put to beside one of those stock race bikes from the 30s. The differences are MINOR. Seats are different. I am sure they have better shocks, and that sort of thing. But in essence, your bike does not look very much different from what those guys were taking around the track 90 years ago, or what James Dean was keeping cool 70 years ago. Bikes are the same animal now that they were in the beginning. And you can mod yours out just like they could, without having to call in an IT specialist. We are getting almost the same experience that they were getting. Now, the copycat thing is an issue, just like with cars. My Nip cruiser looks just as cool as your Harley. Relax, I am not saying they are the same. But my copy has the same look as your original, and that is undeniable. But at least they are copycatting each other on something real, raw and cool. I dig that!
@kopynd1
@kopynd1 8 ай бұрын
period bikes proppa motorcycles, could pick up a wla flathead engine in the early seventies for 300 quid bsa A10 4 speed gearbox 40 quid, lets get chopping, mint days, yer he put that over great
@vernegibb621
@vernegibb621 11 ай бұрын
I know you love your Indian chopper but wish you would have started a different chopper
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