Survey: Younger bikers making their way to the Rally

There are also more bikers who take their time during the week to explore the hills. More than...
There are also more bikers who take their time during the week to explore the hills. More than 60% spend upward of six days outside of Sturgis.(Nick Nelson)
Published: Aug. 13, 2022 at 9:05 PM CDT
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STURGIS, S.D. (KOTA) - As the 82nd Sturgis Rally ends, we’re getting a look at some of the demographic shifts of those who make their way to the Black Hills every year.

According to a survey of rallygoers from last year, Sturgis is seeing a massive increase in younger motorcyclists.

There are also more bikers who take their time during the week to explore the hills. More than 60% spend upward of six days outside of Sturgis.

One first-year Rally attendee says he falls into these categories, and looks forward to the Rally’s future.

”I don’t see it going anywhere, riding a motorcycle is just too fun, it’s such beautiful country out here, I don’t think it’s going anywhere,” said biker Jeffry Crum

The survey also found about half of the bikers who come to Sturgis set up camps.

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