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Old May 20, 2025 | 09:54 AM
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Given to me by an old family member, I am pretty sure its oem but has no numbers whatsoever. I know its a straight leg but thats it. Just looking to get a general idea of what year this may be from.
 
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Old May 20, 2025 | 09:57 AM
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Not mine. Hope this helps.
 
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That's Rounder's bike
 
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Yep, you nailed it. Thats an old frame.
 
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On the panheads, the straight leg frames were from '55, '56, and '57. However, I'm not the guy to give you the definitive answer. Maybe it's from an earlier flathead or ???. There are guys on here who will know for sure. Maybe try in the 'Classic' section.
 
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