What began as a small-time gathering of motorcycle racers 66 years ago has grown into the grand-daddy of all rallies. Known as the Mecca of Motorcycling, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally takes place among the granite peaks and creek-carved canyons of South Dakota’s Black Hills, home to some of America’s most recognized mountain memorials. It’s little wonder, then, that the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally has grown to become one of the world’s oldest, largest and greatest get-togethers. 

The coming rally is slated for Aug. 7-13, 2006. More than a half-million motorcycle enthusiasts traveled to the Black Hills of South Dakota for the rally last summer, nearly doubling the population of the state. Many are repeat attendees, drawn to the unique combination of scenery, outstanding touring roads, music and non-stop party action in downtown Sturgis.

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