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Old 11-28-2013, 02:10 PM
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I have an old picture of my grandparents on a 1936 Knucklehead Harley Davidson motorcycle. I'd like more than anything to re-enact this photo while I'm still young and I still look just like her, and while my brother still looks like my grandfather. My only issue is that I don't know anyone with this motorcycle, and I don't know where to find one. There's one at the dealership by my house, but they aren't willing to let me sit on it to take the photo I want.

My question is: Does anyone know where I can find someone with this motorcycle, or at least a Knucklehead? I want to get the picture as close to the original as possible. I’m willing to pay the owner of the Knucklehead if so. This would mean the world to my family and I. Any help or information you all have would be greatly appreciated! Thank you so much.

 
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your grandmother looks vary pretty, & if you do look like her, I would let you use my bike just for a chance to meet you. The only problem is the closest I could get is my 1951 panhead.
 
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I know the Knucklehead Company is a MC based out of Wisconsin Rapids. I knew a guy in it. I would have to check around, but I might be able to get you a contact.
 
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Both your offers would be amazing.
I do suppose that I should have included where I live, so that you know the area in which I'm looking.
I live in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area of Texas.
I would be willing to drive a few hours if the person isn't extremely close though.
Do either of you think you still might be able to help out?!
 
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Both your offers would be amazing.
I do suppose that I should have included where I live, so that you know the area in which I'm looking.
I live in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area of Texas.
I would be willing to drive a few hours if the person isn't extremely close though.
Do either of you think you still might be able to help out?!
contact the AMCA i am sure you could look up a local chapter OR they will direct you to a local chapter that the guys / ladys someone will have a 36 Knuckel to photo

http://www.antiquemotorcycle.org/
 
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I will definitely check into that. Thank you so much!
 
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If your in the Dallas Ft Worth area check out Strokers. The owner Rick Fairless is a great guy and willing to help out just about anyone. If he doesn't have a knuckle he would probably know someone in the area that does.

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sorry Sonia, I live adout 160 miles north of Ron750 which is to far. I was thinking about taking a road trip down for the Republic Texas party next year, but would be on my 2009 road king.
 
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It's no problem. All the answers you all are giving me are getting me one step closer each time. I'll check with Rick and see what he has to say. I really appreciate it!
 
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