An Iconic Racer - A Historic Machine

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  • Опубліковано 23 гру 2024

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  • @williampetrali2314
    @williampetrali2314 10 місяців тому +22

    Joe Petrali was my uncle. Thank you for making this video and your kind words about him.

    • @steverice7546
      @steverice7546 9 місяців тому +5

      How did Uncle Joe ride so good, what with that giant set of balls he carried around?

    • @kolepridemore7382
      @kolepridemore7382 8 місяців тому +1

      @@steverice7546 lol Fr 😂

    • @andrewallason4530
      @andrewallason4530 8 місяців тому +2

      @@steverice7546high in the saddle, mate.

  • @daveprostock2622
    @daveprostock2622 3 роки тому +66

    That amazing piece of history could not have found a better home!

  • @victorchance1510
    @victorchance1510 2 роки тому +4

    Fantastic job of this history on Joe and this motorcycle. Great job.☮️

  • @justinturner4850
    @justinturner4850 3 роки тому +10

    I’m so glad there’s still a place to see these bikes in real life and hear the stories from someone’s mouth not a book.

  • @gearmeister
    @gearmeister 3 роки тому +8

    I really miss your dad but, you've taken the baton very nicely & I think your knowledge of bikes & the museum is phenomenal, thank you!

  • @markj4066
    @markj4066 3 роки тому +28

    Another incredible history lesson. Your passion is infectious. Great job Matt.

  • @charlespalmer793
    @charlespalmer793 3 роки тому +14

    Proud of you for carrying on your father's legacy. Keep up the good work. Would like to think your interest in history help fuel your father's push. I hope you have the same blessing from the next generation.

  • @sinematographers3344
    @sinematographers3344 3 роки тому +2

    Never been so struck by a motorcycle. Simply stunning. Thank you Matt

  • @daveco1270
    @daveco1270 3 роки тому +20

    Great history lesson about a really cool bike and a bad ass rider. That riding position is pretty extreme.

  • @j.eliotmason18
    @j.eliotmason18 2 місяці тому

    Probably the most beautiful motorcycle I've ever seen

  • @PeterPeer
    @PeterPeer 8 місяців тому +1

    Every video I watch from you guys makes me want to come to the museum even more....

  • @nickbruni8041
    @nickbruni8041 3 роки тому +10

    Matt .. after hearing Your teachings about this amazing Racer and His Machine …. One could deem Him as “ the Babe Ruth “ of Bike racing ! 🤘🏼 as always You and Your crew have shined the light on the past so that a wanna be like me can know more about the vintage iron 👊🏼

  • @justinhommerding3693
    @justinhommerding3693 3 роки тому +5

    Fricken Amazing thanks for continuing your dad's passion and mission. You represent wheels thru time perfectly!

  • @brennoncantrell5867
    @brennoncantrell5867 3 роки тому +6

    Amazing bike.. I’d love to have something like this

  • @michaelpage9883
    @michaelpage9883 3 роки тому +1

    “ I’m not speechless often “ been talking about this bike for 27 minutes!😂😂😂
    Love your knowledge and love to hear about these old bikes .

  • @watchjaredwork1487
    @watchjaredwork1487 3 роки тому +2

    Wow. I had no idea your dad had passed. I’m very sorry. He was an amazing guy and I can’t thank him enough for putting these bikes together for the world to see. Thank you as well for continuing his great legacy and bringing more of it to UA-cam to share with those of us that can’t make it to NC. May he Rest In Peace!

  • @scottarmstrong1172
    @scottarmstrong1172 3 роки тому +8

    Great acquisition Matt. I'm sure your dad is smiling down on this one. Absolutely beautiful bike with an incredible history. I know some people like the rusty crusty bikes but I like the pretty ones. Your depth of knowledge is amazing. It's almost like you grew up with this stuff 😉

    • @josieunderpants3602
      @josieunderpants3602 3 роки тому

      Wut happened to the dad?

    • @quagmiredavis4117
      @quagmiredavis4117 3 роки тому

      @@josieunderpants3602 he passed a few months ago 😢

    • @dragbikeJimmy
      @dragbikeJimmy Рік тому

      ​@@josieunderpants3602 first of all. It's spelled what. And it's clear to see he passed away. Matt's dad was a great man

  • @genestatler2514
    @genestatler2514 3 роки тому +7

    So glad you got this amazing piece of history Matt. It is gorgeous with a great story!!!!!

  • @toddricketts9498
    @toddricketts9498 3 роки тому +2

    Love what your doing , so glad you have followed your Dad's foot steps GOD BLESS

  • @rogerlawrencewhite1475
    @rogerlawrencewhite1475 3 роки тому +9

    I love this bike, really wish HD never stopped making singles, Buell Blast and Aermacchi bikes aside as a 500cc single can be a lot of fun especially with it’s naturally smaller wheelbase compared to a V-Twin. TY for this fantastic video and looking forward to the follow-up video on it. Wishing you many years of safe and fun riding 👍🏻

  • @joncard2941
    @joncard2941 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant explanation. This guy's enthusiasm makes my day

  • @ethandfortune
    @ethandfortune 3 роки тому +3

    Amazing bike. Love all your videos. You are extremely intelligent. Love all the information you have to share.

  • @bentaxelrod
    @bentaxelrod 3 роки тому +1

    “ I’m absolutely speechless “
    I don’t think so.
    Great video.

  • @timjohnson5385
    @timjohnson5385 3 роки тому

    I’m sorry for your loss wtt community. Dale truly was a genius and we got to witness an angel on earth. I’m not a man that easily displays my softer side though I come to you to raise a silent toast to celebrate Dale for all that he gave us. Let’s not fail to recognize that Dales best gift to us is his Son!!! Thank you Dale for everything, God speed.

  • @KING-FU
    @KING-FU 2 роки тому

    Beautiful bike, with great lines / proportions. 100 years later and IMO, one of the most appealing HD’s ever built.

  • @timrowell94
    @timrowell94 Рік тому

    it was a pleasure to meet you and the staff last year Matt

  • @Toboldlygo721
    @Toboldlygo721 Рік тому +1

    Dale is smiling from heaven ✝️✨❤😌

    • @steverice7546
      @steverice7546 9 місяців тому

      That’s why they called him The Dominator.

  • @mateobrainardo4770
    @mateobrainardo4770 2 роки тому

    Truly a BADASS machine.
    Thank you Matt Walksler for making these videos. The finer details of thick-walled (and webbed) racing cases.
    Always appreciate the notes on what oil line goes where.
    Can’t wait to see the technical specs; bore,stroke, and CR. You’re one of the luckiest ducks to play with these pieces of OLD AMERICAN IRON!!
    Rev it up and since it’s too risky to race it, run it up on a dyno, see how good ol Joe Petrali’s engineering was...

  • @aguyinnc2865
    @aguyinnc2865 3 роки тому +5

    Amazing bike, so impressed with the engineering that went into this machine. Thanks for all you do, Matt, looking forward to my next trip to Wheels Through Time Museum!

  • @lsalahi
    @lsalahi 7 місяців тому

    Thanks!

  • @steveeaton9126
    @steveeaton9126 2 роки тому

    Your well-spoken, clear commentaries are terrific, Matt!

  • @TheWizardOfTheFens
    @TheWizardOfTheFens 2 роки тому

    Matt’s enthusiasm , knowledge and passion is awesome! I never tire of watching him and I learn something everytime. Best wishes from Norfolk England.

  • @fraserdreger5822
    @fraserdreger5822 2 роки тому

    One day I will go to the museum amazing place of freedom thanks for showing us all of the best

  • @browngreen933
    @browngreen933 3 роки тому +5

    I believe that's Willie G. (left) at 23:19 with his father William H. Davidson. If that's 1974, then the photo shows G.'s gradual transition from his previous clean shaven straight persona to full beard mode of a year or so later. Probably didn't want to freak his dad out too quickly, lol. Those were exciting times.

  • @bradwatts8222
    @bradwatts8222 3 роки тому

    Congrats to have it at the museum Matt , it doesn't get better than that for historic racers , all class from end to end

  • @bobritter7197
    @bobritter7197 3 роки тому

    Mind..... BLOWN !!!! Absolutely beautiful machine.

  • @chrisiollich4890
    @chrisiollich4890 3 роки тому

    Pushed the wrong button AGAIN,
    In other words you're a great
    Teacher, keep on bike'n!!!!!
    THANK'S from NOR-CAL!!!!!!!

  • @robertwood6439
    @robertwood6439 7 місяців тому

    Matt, thanks for the story on the bike. And also thank you for the informati1 on on Joe. That bike is incredible. You do a great job explaining the bikes and parts.

  • @pipersall6761
    @pipersall6761 2 роки тому

    What a beautiful bike! So well preserved! As always, great history and technical run down. Man those wood tracks are insane. I'm a carpenter and its crazy to think of the pile of 2 x 4s it took to build that! Wow. Thank you for another great video!

  • @johnlazlo1908
    @johnlazlo1908 3 роки тому

    So cool sent this video to a friend of mine. He was New England champion for a few years road racing. Honoured to know him .He was close to racing of Island of man. Love listing to his story's of Daytona.

  • @m-roddr.funtimes3144
    @m-roddr.funtimes3144 2 роки тому

    Amazing History!! It’s found the best home ever!

  • @MM-dn3de
    @MM-dn3de 2 роки тому

    WOW, just wow. Thank you.

  • @danward2970
    @danward2970 2 роки тому

    Dude ! Beautiful piece ! Love all the history that's connected to it. Not only a beautiful piece of rolling art , but an animal ready to rock. Not only that , but it shows me what kind of bad mo you had to be to mount this beast. My bike is pretty bare bones , but in comparison she is a cream puff. Goes to show you how tuff these guys were. Got up my game !

  • @MadMotoInc
    @MadMotoInc 3 роки тому +1

    One of my all time favorites

  • @therealzilch
    @therealzilch Рік тому

    A fascinating piece of bike history, very well told. Subscribed.
    Cheers from a former Whizzer and Marusho owner in Vienna, Scott

  • @davidwood1923
    @davidwood1923 3 роки тому

    Darn Amazing... Thanks for Sharing... I Love Your Passion.

  • @jhackett9482
    @jhackett9482 3 роки тому

    Matt, your knowledge and passion for these bikes is amazing. I’m blown away by the collection and can’t wait to see this place in person.

  • @Twinkletoes78
    @Twinkletoes78 Рік тому

    Your knowledge blows my mind

  • @billmillar7234
    @billmillar7234 3 роки тому

    Absolutely amazing.... What a beauty!!!....and the history!!!.....what a perfect addition to the museum!!!.....would love to hear it run!!

  • @redwallace7934
    @redwallace7934 3 роки тому

    Thanks for explaining the meathook, drop bars and riding style of the day I couldn't wrap my brain around around the setup at first. Thanks for schooling me.

  • @jessekauffman3336
    @jessekauffman3336 2 роки тому

    Love your channel. I’m in New Jersey but Am going to plan a vacation to visit your museum in the next few years

  • @61espo
    @61espo 3 роки тому

    Beauty! It’s in the correct museum!

  • @petevicente9236
    @petevicente9236 3 роки тому

    Now that’s a beautiful machine!

  • @smithsphotography1
    @smithsphotography1 3 роки тому

    Just there yesterday. Gorgeous bike and an amazing museum. Had a wonderful conversation with Matt.

  • @jesspeppers8183
    @jesspeppers8183 2 роки тому

    I absolutely love your enthusiasm. Awesome bike.

  • @steverice7546
    @steverice7546 9 місяців тому

    @23:25……an amazing pic from the Harley museum, showing the restored race bike being admired by Johnny Hopkins, Sloan Kettering and Yogi Berra.

  • @tommistephenson5552
    @tommistephenson5552 3 роки тому

    Blown away not a late Harley but that's blown away. Got to hear this babe run. My old man raced JAP 500 on alcohol thy look the same engine. Love your show Tommi from the isle of man

  • @tonyhoward7840
    @tonyhoward7840 3 роки тому

    Wow, bike is awesome, Petrali is the man, thanks for the history lesson

  • @Patriot-up2td
    @Patriot-up2td 2 роки тому

    Matt, that bike is absolutely stunning! Even by today’s standards!

  • @thatmanstu23
    @thatmanstu23 3 роки тому

    Great addition to a great museum. I am ready for another visit.

  • @scottimusgarrett15
    @scottimusgarrett15 2 роки тому

    I've just started watching your channel, getting hooked up by the Bikes and Beards guys. I absolutely love your stuff! Amazing knowledge, and great storytelling, camerawork, and editing! Great job, y'all! This is SUCH a bitchin' bike. The lines, the colours (especially the white rims!)...So beautiful. It actually makes my heart ache a bit.
    Thanks, guys!✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

  • @jerrymarcum9981
    @jerrymarcum9981 3 роки тому

    Great video. Historic knowledge and the delivery is so fun to view. Thanks a lot.

  • @simonevans343
    @simonevans343 Рік тому

    Beautiful looking bike.

  • @nbholifield
    @nbholifield 2 роки тому

    Absolutely love this !!! Such a great piece of history. Thank you for sharing this with us!! I will find my way to WTT hopefully soon!!!

  • @deanehill9730
    @deanehill9730 3 роки тому

    Glad you have it.

  • @BadChizzle
    @BadChizzle 3 роки тому

    Beautiful ! ! ! ! Wow!!!!!!!

  • @sladeb6036
    @sladeb6036 3 роки тому

    Absolutely beautiful

  • @alansturt5211
    @alansturt5211 3 роки тому

    Thanks for all the great info Matt!

  • @ddixon172
    @ddixon172 3 роки тому

    What a really good video! Very informative ! I had no idea about Harley or joe's history. Thanks for being so detail orientated 👍🇺🇸👍

  • @increasedelevation3776
    @increasedelevation3776 3 роки тому

    What an amazing find! Thanks!

  • @tristanbuckoke9121
    @tristanbuckoke9121 3 роки тому

    Totally cool mate . Loved it cheers mate from Australia

  • @alstone5257
    @alstone5257 3 роки тому

    WOW, I love that bike.

  • @DailyDrivenBikes_1
    @DailyDrivenBikes_1 3 роки тому

    Those old bikes are so cool.

  • @LordRustyMcAlpin
    @LordRustyMcAlpin 2 роки тому

    it's time to get all of these old bikes back on the market.

  • @charlessanborn551
    @charlessanborn551 3 роки тому

    I love this channel and Matt is the man..

  • @honda86tb
    @honda86tb 10 місяців тому

    Wow that’s beautiful

  • @brianrichards517
    @brianrichards517 3 роки тому

    What a beautiful machine

  • @nastynickftw6352
    @nastynickftw6352 3 роки тому

    Wow just absolutely stunning 🤩

  • @mediclimber
    @mediclimber 3 роки тому

    Beautiful bike. Well done indeed.

  • @brushcountry6361
    @brushcountry6361 3 роки тому

    Great bike great history. Congratulations

  • @browngreen933
    @browngreen933 3 роки тому +3

    Great Museum addition! But from the CAC top and SA bottom and hearing that the bike was "restored" around 1974, I wonder if this job is something of a nicely done parts bike? I ask because some of the early Harley-Davidson collection bikes are notorious for being pieced together with various year parts. This has led to controversy among collectors and restorers because many presume that everything Harley-Davidson has or touches must be 100% original and/or correct. I hope Matt keeps an open mind about this bike when they dig deeper into it and then tells us what he finds.

  • @shaneedmonds80
    @shaneedmonds80 3 роки тому

    Beautiful

  • @carbo2950
    @carbo2950 3 роки тому +1

    Very nice.

  • @williamamacker3119
    @williamamacker3119 3 роки тому

    Thank you For the video. The Bike. Is awesome And Thank you for all your videos always excellent ☘️🤘🇺🇸

  • @michael61985
    @michael61985 11 місяців тому

    That's a badass bike for sure

  • @NoClassic
    @NoClassic 3 роки тому +3

    Do you guys make any attempt to condition the rubber or leather parts on these? Is it worth it? Also that air box for the carb is super cool.

  • @xzqzq
    @xzqzq 3 місяці тому

    Love the look.

  • @jessekauffman3336
    @jessekauffman3336 2 роки тому

    Beautiful bike

  • @robertjansen3058
    @robertjansen3058 Рік тому

    Fantastic bike that could not have gone to a better place! Love all the work that you do and if I'm ever across the pond visiting the Wheels trough time collection is one of the first things on my list.
    Just as a side note, I feel like a lot of HD's current problems could be fixed by making a modern interpretation of these early bikes aimed at a younger audience. Not to heavy, simple to work on, not crazy expensive, economical, but with the history and the fantastic look.

  • @clarkbabin9799
    @clarkbabin9799 3 роки тому +1

    That bike is absolutely amazing and a beautiful piece of machinery. I'll have to send some of the non harley riders to see the history that is .

  • @dugwthree
    @dugwthree 3 роки тому

    I wonder if Harley Davidson has one of these in the factory museum. I remember being in the assembly plant in Pennsylvania 20 years ago. Don't recall it . Great machine ! Thanks for sharing

  • @jeanpaullavieille5806
    @jeanpaullavieille5806 Рік тому

    Gorgeous

  • @1101964
    @1101964 2 роки тому

    thats mad....what a machine.....wow

  • @brianhaenlein8287
    @brianhaenlein8287 3 роки тому

    Another one that goes over the top!

  • @danoweston6185
    @danoweston6185 3 роки тому

    What a great bike!

  • @ironhead9507
    @ironhead9507 Рік тому

    I love it. Can you imagine going 100 mph average for 100 miles with no brakes or clutch, maybe when I was younger

  • @heru-deshet359
    @heru-deshet359 3 роки тому

    What a beauty!

  • @larrypeplinski593
    @larrypeplinski593 Рік тому

    Petrali was THE MAN!

  • @danielmorris3687
    @danielmorris3687 3 роки тому +1

    At the 13.00 min mark we get a good look at an upright metal part with a spring. Anyone know what that is for? Maybe a crankcase breather of some sort?

  • @one-of-us9939
    @one-of-us9939 3 роки тому +1

    There are only a handful of people who understand how beautiful this race bike is. When you first ride her you should be wearing Levi 501's. 501's on the 501!
    Numerologically speaking...