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Peter Fonda poses in 2009 atop a Harley-Davidson motorcycle based on the one he rode in the 1969 film Easy Rider. Chris Pizzello/AP hide caption

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Peter Fonda, Hollywood's 'Easy Rider,' Dies At 79

August 16, 2019 • Fonda was born into Hollywood royalty as the son of Henry Fonda and brother of Jane Fonda. His 1969 classic, Easy Rider, earned him an Oscar nomination.

Behind The Motorcycles In 'Easy Rider,' A Long-Obscured Story

Peter Fonda rides the "Captain America" chopper in Easy Rider. Columbia/The Kobal Collection hide caption

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Behind The Motorcycles In 'Easy Rider,' A Long-Obscured Story

October 11, 2014 • The alleged last authentic motorcycle used in the 1969 film Easy Rider is going up for auction. The man who designed the bikes, Clifford Vaughs, says he has never gotten proper credit for his work.

Behind The Motorcycles In 'Easy Rider,' A Long-Obscured Story

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