"Babydoll" is cold and a little cantankerous. But, that's just who she is. We'll fire her up and "Hopefully" satisfy some requests. After that we'll show more parts of the project bike.
This guy is a real class act. Love his videos. If l have a problem with my pan, I scroll through his his videos and he teaches me how to fix it. Thanks Mike
@The Punisher what's wrong with "being" a man and calling it what it is? I don't even tefer to animals as a he or she. I mean, I can accept that term once if it fits in the sentence, mind you, I lose respect for you and twice is really pushing it, but I might be able to do my best to ignore it. Now count the times this guy referred to this machine in a feminin gender... Man alive... It's enough to make a preacher curse...
Great that you mentioned it, you are so correct in getting the "proper" chassis (safe & sound)...I have known many guys that just glance over their frontend and/or frame and start building....frames are under us at 50-70+ mph, as well as, frontend's providing steering in the desired direction, it has to be straight, functioning correctly and 100% safe.
Panhead & Shovelhead engines are very beautiful. Mine is an Evolution FXR and I like it very much, been an excellent engine without any issues since I bought it new in 1992. Your Babydoll is such a sweet looking motorcycle, from the golden years of all American manufacturing. Did you know that Shah of Iran had motorcycle guards in his motorcade and bikes were all metallic blue Harley Davidson Panheads, and the riders had uniforms on, and their helmets were chrome, riding impeccably shining Harleys . Such an amazing unforgettable site .
Hi every one, Hi Mr. Mike. I´m writing from Cali-Colombia and i´m an entusiast of old school motorcycle, piece of iron for ever. I did my dream come truth when i bougth an 1953 Panhead, very bad condition because the past owner replaced tank, removed mud guards, the solo seat and anothers things, but was functional, it was here the only one i can find. Now i'm trying to restore it buyin on-line pices, reading the service manual y watching your videos, i don't know if some one do the same like me, but i´m sure that some one watch your videos, that for my is like a Morgan's treasure...Thank you Mr. Mike...
She is such a sweet talker that I had to listen to her twice. Sounds and looks like ' a streamline butterfly". What a gorgeous piece of history, almost 70 years old, she has earned the right to give anyone a leg cramp lol Watching you start your build has inspired me to stop procrastinating and begin mine, so i've been looking. Thinking I want to build a FXR, not as exciting as yours but being born in 78' these are the bikes that take me to that place, happy times. I'll be paying attention to you every step of the way. Thanks Mr. Pacific
Never run the engine without the oil filter to empty all the dirty oil out of the crank case. That is not the way. Oil pressure will drop to zero effing up your engine. Proper way is to undo the oil return pipe to oil tank . If you want to know how I will tell ya how. Or easier way is to get a scavenger attachment for FXR. It's a great quick tool. U probably know this already ! Cheers.
@@SebSar-ef4zj Thanks, much appreciated. Just got done with my TC "B" 95 build, mikuni 42, rb lsr 2 into 1, fueling plate,pump,lifters and some s&s 510c cams. Bolt on project, no head work but used the same method to douche oil system, through return bag line. FXR's are in such high demand right now that they are stupid expensive, talking 2G's for a used clean frame give or take up to $3500 for a fresh one but once done, Priceless.
Baby doll reminds me of my 63 pan I build right out of high school 1980. Got the Harley manual for Christmas my junior year. That's how confident and determined to get a panhead. Wish I had it back.
Hi Mike. You and I are like the same dude. I’ve road my 59pan for 10 years now. I’ve rode shovels since my early 20s and have wrenched professionally for 35 years. I’ve been at home now just restoring and repairing pans and shoves for 2 years. I love it and couldn’t imagine working in a retail shop with new stuff anymore. Love your channel.
Absolutely love your 52' . It's beautiful. Reminds me of being a young kid and watching my best friends dad build his 49' Hydra Glide. He was nice enough to introduce another kid to motorcycles and not kill us for sitting on his Norton's pretending to go on rides when he wasn't home 🤣.
Still lovin it Mike. Saving all your videos in case they disappear! The in depth knowledge you share is so valuable. Especially regarding these old bikes. No one knows how to work them anymore. Love your work. Keep on keepin on Brother!....see you on the road.
Back in the mid 70's I was stationed in Charleston, SC. A group of my shipmates and I rented a beach house on Sullivan's Island. There were three Harleys parked in the dining room on hardwood floors. Go figure, we were a bunch of sailors. One was a 1954 panhead. I have been in love with panheads ever since. Baby Doll is a beauty. Thank you for sharing.
Mike, your such a pleasant man to listen to and watch on your bike videos. If you're ever in Kentucky it would be cool to take a ride and chat with you. Thanks for keeping the old school bikes going. Love those oldies.
Listening to you describe the starting procedures was like listening to NASA go through the checklist for a space launch. What a great bike. It sounds killer. Thank you for sharing.
My 63, Gertrude, has the exact same temperament. Never been different in the 30 years I have owned her.What a lovely chuckle I got watching you go through the sequence, and fire her up. So familiar! Thanks as always for the tremendous videos Mike
Love the videos when someone is humble and willing to walk through the process and educate people. As a Harley owner I still have a lot to learn! Enjoy your videos as you truly have a passion for it and make it easy for all to understand and learn from as to grow the love of other for Harley motorcycles! Good job as many seem to want to talk down on someone who knows less then them and instead of teaching they just want to make a person feel like they are not worthy to know if they don't know already! Awesome bike!! Beautiful! True American classic machine!
every style of engine seems to have its's own sound. my uncle had a Pan and i always loved that sound. It put my love of bikes in my soul, wish i didn't have my break. But i am back and so glad you are here to teach me!
Hey Mike that sure is a nice motorcycle. Funny as I was watching you start it . My leg jumped as to give you that extra umpfff to help start Baby Doll up.
Mike I could watch your videos all night long man.... Beautiful motorcycle in baby doll you have there...I can't wait to see what you do with the new project!... Thank you for what you do sir!
Hey Mike I did find the leek on the 96" stroker It was the blow by hose From the head breathers To under the bike .. It had wor a fine slice in it ... I was changing a starter and happened to see it Just wanted to let U know .... Ur PanHead sounds great .... Luv It ....
Shes absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for such wonderful content Mike. I'm worried about the one person who hit the thumbs down button... maybe some sort of psychosis lol
Thanks Mike, we got a good listen on this one, so your videos just keep getting better. Please do the knuckle again for a full listen when you can. Not gonna lie, that ones a stunner and my favorite so far. Look forward to all your content Sir.
I love this Old Iron. . A very beautiful bike. I cannot thank you enough for all your doing. It don’t seem like enough just to say thank you but your videos are inspiring & your helping keeping this beautiful machinery on the road. It’s a process to start these bikes. it’s nice to know when you know when it’s going to start and when it’s not . you have to start the process over again clear the cylinders hit the choke little throttle & you know w/ in 3 kicks If it will start it’s a beautiful thing . I’m still working on that 67 shovel head. I’d love to spend just two days w. You on my shovel in your garage.Your videos have been a great help and I look forward to every day to learning something new and I will pay it forward. Thanks again Mike hope to see you on the road.
Awesome Mike watching your Videos is perfect for me as I am a novice to the motorcycle motor. I’ve learned a hell of a lot with the Evo motor for Bob. Keep the videos going for my education
I really enjoy your channel. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us on Harley's,a lot of the bikes you feature I most likely will never own,but my quest for knowledge on Harley's is one of the most enjoyable parts of my life right now. Keep doing what you do so well! Thanks again for all you do.
Hey Mike... Nice scooter for sure! My first hog was a new AMF Shovelhead. I loved the bike, but it was a maintenance nightmare and I was a wrench all my working life! Love the "Baby Doll" Pan!
I really enjoyed your video about your baby how sweet it is . What a beautiful masterpiece that is a redwood in a swath of pine trees in the motorcycle world . Just a figure of speech enjoy your Channel so much ( please keep em coming )
Hey there from Gonzales, Louisiana! Came across your channel and am glad I did! Looking forward to watching the build come together...Baby Doll is sweet man. Well, take care, stay safe and looking forward to more videos. Brett
Pacific Mike thanks Mike. Don’t know exactly what your plans are for your build, but I’m going to keep watching. I’ve got parts for several newer Harleys that you might could use. 2011 Fat Boy, 2014 Street Glide. I’ve got some aftermarket pipes, etc... anything I’ve got that I believe would help you, well they’re yours. Looking forward to the progress.
Outstanding motorcycle! I just "discovered" your channel a day ago, and let me tell you, I could sit and watch these videos all day (and I kinda have been).The format is great and I don't know how to explain it, but they are so engrossing. I'm going to watch every one. Probably focusing on the shovelhead ones. I just picked up a 1980 FLH that "just" needs to be wired and the tins reinstalled. It sits next to my '96 Roadking and garage built chopper. I really would like to see you "Out on the road".
Thank You. Check out the playlists on our RU-vid channel Home Page. I tried grouping stuff together to make it easier to find. Look at the Shovelhead stuff.
Nice video found you and Babydoll very interesting! Glad I stumbled on your channel. I subscribed and looking forward to more of your videos. I think I will binge watch some of your previous stuff until your next video comes out! :)
