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Evel Knievel

gameactive13 mentionsFirst seen Mar 5, 2008Last seen Dec 22, 2025

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Evel Knievel is a 1977 Bally solid-state pinball machine themed around the famous motorcycle stuntman and extreme sports icon. The game was produced in substantial quantities (approximately 14,000 units) and has become a notable machine in the collector and operator community. Multiple examples have been documented in active use and restoration, including machines maintained at Third Rail venue and in operator routes, demonstrating its enduring appeal and playability in the pinball ecosystem.

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  • manufacturesBallyBally manufactured the Evel Knievel pinball machine in 1977medium
  • designedSteve RitchieSteve Ritchie likely designed this motorcycle stunt-themed machine based on thematic connectionmedium

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Recent Mentions (13)

  • Bally home edition (1978+); home pinball version tied to Evel Knievel pop culture phenomenon; three flippers; shared layout with Galaxy Ranger

    Episode 78_The Home GameAug 22, 2025
  • Stunt performer whose image was licensed for the Evil Knievel pinball game (1977); Nieman met his manager in Chicago and negotiated directly

    TOPCast 54: Tom NiemanMar 5, 2008
  • Legendary motorcycle stuntman and daredevil; subject of the 1977 Bally pinball machine; rose to fame via Wide World of Sports crash footage, peaked with 1974 Snake River Canyon jump and 1977 movie/toy line, then rapidly fell from grace after 1977 assault conviction and bankruptcy.

    #83 Evel Knievel- The Classic Pinball PodcastApr 26, 2022
  • Game designed by Harry Gaten; George has soft spot for this title; played at ice cream shop in his youth

    #47 Hot Doggin - The Classic Pinball PodcastFeb 16, 2021
  • Classic Bally chime game; restored by Dave and delivered to customer in Sudbury; had grommet sound quality issues

    #135 Lord of the RingsDec 22, 2025
  • Classic pinball machine; Dave Peck's restoration inspired Tim Purcell's restoration approach; exemplar of high-quality restoration work.

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Ep 66: The Biggest Lava Lamp with Tim PurcellAug 20, 2021
  • Licensed IP owner; approved Bally's Evel Knievel pinball game; corrected physics error in backglass animation (landing gear); was in Chicago for shark tank jump on live TV

    Paul FarisAug 19, 2018
  • Famous motorcycle stuntman whose craze in mid-1970s inspired the Stunt Cycle arcade game

    Underrated ARCADE Game PICKUP - Worth it or Junk?Sep 3, 2021
  • Bally 1977 classic pinball machine at venue

    SUTTREE’S HIGH GRAVITY TAVERNMay 6, 2021
  • Late 1970s pinball machine that was restored and maintained in excellent condition at Third Rail before fire

    Facts Are HardFeb 13, 2015
  • 1977 Bally pinball machine recently acquired from marketplace listing, shed-found in working condition with approximately 14,000 units produced

    The Grasley Garage! Flintstones with alternate Art package is Done! Evel Knievel & Mario arrive!Oct 20, 2025
  • Likely subject of the machine being discussed, based on motorcycle stunt theme and extreme sports focus

    Steve Ritchie – The Mullet YearsAug 1, 2020
  • One of two solid-state games in Mitch's route; Mitch has ongoing restoration project with this machine

    Episode 27 - Operator Spotlight: Pinball Over BostonApr 22, 2024