Sturgis 75th Anniversary

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Although this was the Seventy Fifth Anniversary of Sturgis Rally and Races, it was also my twenty-second out of the last twenty four rally's that I have attended.

Unfortunately not everyone who rides makes it to Sturgis.  My motorcycle mechanic, travel buddy, and friend Butch Clayton, blew the motor on his 97 Electra Glide Classic while on the way.  It happened on I-90 20 miles from Mitchel, SD. He was forced to return back home



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My next Dream Machine?

While there, I took the opportunity to test out the latest that Harley Davidson had to offer.  I took four different  Demo Rides on the newest
 Road Glide models.

The CVO was mighty nice. It comes with a lot of chrome,  bells and whistles. I'm just a little unsure if I would want  to part with over $40,000  for options I don't want.  Then spend addition money for other options it does NOT have that I would require.

Plus, the jury is still out on the benefits of the new water cooled heads.  It's something  I really would want more proven data and information on before making the decision to purchase the
 next "Dream Machine".  They say a fool and his money are soon parted.
Maybe I am just too "Old School"

This year  was the first time since 1993 that I was there alone. I fully enjoyed myself getting to be able to do what ever I  wanted when ever I wanted to.

It was especially nice to be able to spend some quality time with my South Dakota  friend Larry Vista,  His hospitality was exceptional.

I scored big on points while playing the ABC's of Touring this year. Having traveled and  collecting points in the following states, Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Nebraska, Montana, Colorado, and Kansas before heading home.
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Bear Butte is a Sacred Indian Burial Mountain near Sturgis and part of the Black Hills

There is always more to do then there is time for.... Until next year, may the Great Spirit be with you.