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Old May 2, 2013 | 09:21 AM
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Hello, I'm considering buying this 1947 Knucklehead. Can anyone tell me a decent starting price on it? I attached a photo.

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Old May 2, 2013 | 10:49 AM
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Originally Posted by vickiesvintage
Hello, I'm considering buying this 1947 Knucklehead. Can anyone tell me a decent starting price on it? I attached a photo.

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Hmmmmm....Doesn't look anything like my knucklehead. (-:
 
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Old May 2, 2013 | 11:19 AM
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Yeah definitely a flathead I think its a 45" but I'm not great at telling the difference between big and small flattys
 
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Old May 2, 2013 | 11:37 AM
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looks like a 1948 WL.
 
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Hi. This photo is not of a knucklehead. Its a flat head engine. There is a huge difference in value and performance between this and a knuckle.
 
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Old May 3, 2013 | 12:43 PM
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that is a 45 flathead,you can tell the 45's by the rear chain being on the right side like a
sportster..
 
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Every time I click on any picture links I get this-
wreakhavoc, you do not have permission to access this page. This could be due to one of several reasons:
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What is going on? Why would I not be allowed to view attached pictures on threads?
 
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You have to post 5+ times before you can view, edit photos.

Also, for my 2˘, if someone is trying to sell you a "knucklehead" that's just a 45 cu. in. flathead (which it is) I'd suggest you get a *knowledgeable* opinion (or two) before spending any money on this old motorcycle.
 
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...x2 up there

It might be a not-ckle, but it certainly ain't a Hardly ... my bicycle is called "The Hardly"
 
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