Sturgis Rally 2012 and Colorado / Yellowstone Motorcycle Tours

Sturgis Rally Tour - we spend a couple of days in Sturgis before completing the rest of the ride. Depending on the particular group, we spend more or less time using Sturgis as our base camp. We decide ahead of time before I finalize route.

Colorado / Yellowstone Tours - We keep the same basic route, but instead of spending time in Sturgis we slow down and spend more time exploring the hidden gems. It also gives us time for some extra activities such as fishing, rafting, hiking, etc..or exploring the area on your motorcycle. Depends on what you like.

There are so many options on these tours, the actual route on some tours is not made until I talk with everyone participating. For example: If we have a lot of fishermen and people who like to hike, I am going to find a great place for us to stop where the fishermen can catch a cutthroat trout, the hikers can hike up the mountain, or sit down and relax and take the beauty in.

A great ride on horseback is a great addition we can add on these tour for those who want to participate.

There is a $45 a day event surcharge by the rental company on the days of the rally. Depending on which tour you are on, that fee varies.

Sturgis Rally Dates 2012: August 6 – 12, 2012

Aug 4-14, 2012 – Sturgis / Colorado / Yellowstone 11 Day 10 Night Tour

Sturgis Surcharge from rental company of $45 a day x 6 = $270 to add to driver cost only

This is the Scheduled Tour for 2012 at the moment. We have some great people on this tour, and it is going to lots of fun. Starts in Denver, Colorado and ends in Denver, Colorado.

Looking forward to The Bear Tooth Highway- An amazing ride.

On this 11 Day 10 night tour, we are starting in Denver Colorado and work our way up to Sturgis. We get to see the Sturgis Rally and experience it first hand for a day and a night, but there is so much more to see. We head west to work our way to Yellowstone National Park. Then down through the mountains, then back through Colorado to Denver.

Although we will only be in the Sturgis madness one day and night, we will get to see and talk to all of the motorcyclist from all over the world making the Sturgis Pilgrimage. It is an amazing time because there will be so many Harley Davidsons on the road throughout the entire trip. We get to enjoy all the bikes, and great people we meet along the way.

Some highlights in Colorado, South Dakota, Montana, and Wyoming are: Denver, Steamboat Springs, Sturgis Rally, The Black Hills, Mount Rushmore, Cheyenne, Yellowstone, The Bear Tooth Highway, and much more.

This is going to be an amazing adventure.

Day 1 – Arrive in Denver Colorado
We meet for orientation and dinner. Let’s get ready!

Day 2 – Denver to Steamboat Springs – 3 hr – 153 miles
We head west into the Colorado mountains. An amazing ride as we head for Steam Boat Springs.

Day 3 – Steamboat to Green River – 5hr – 264 miles
Let’s do our best to stay off the main Highways, and see if we can find some Grizzly Bears! Ashley National Forest is our cue to head North towards Yellowstone, and the Flaming Gorge is breathtaking, and desolate.

Day 4 – Green River to Jackson Hole – 3:43 hr – 200 miles
Ride through the Teton National Forest and the famous Jackson Hole.

Day 5 – Jackson to Cooke City, MT – 4:35 hr – 157 miles
The Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone. What more is there?

Day 6 – Cooke to Cody – 2:45 hr – 127 miles
The Beginning of the amazing Bear Tooth Highway to the town of Red Lodge, then Cody.

Day 7 – Cody to Buffalo, Wyoming – 3:10 hr – 181 miles
Pass through the Bighorn National Forest

Day 8 – Buffalo to Sturgis – 2:36 hr – 183 miles
Make some time on the road and get to Sturgis by lunch. Spend the rest of the day figuring what we are going to get into tonight!And, taking in all the sights. It is sensory overload.

Day 9 – Sturgis to Sturgis Layover – with Ride option = 30 miles or 3:10 hr – 135 miles
We start slow and give Sturgis one last shakedown before we head into the Black Hills National Forest to see Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
Not to mention Harley Davidsons absolutely everywhere. We spend the day exploring the Black Hills and everything around the Sturgis area. Or, you can
just spend the day around Stugis all day. It is up to you.

Day 10 – Sturgis, SD to Alliance, Nebraska – 4:30 hr – 186 miles
The Badlands, Indian reservations, and The Great Plains are all part of our amazing day before we roll towards the small town USA Alliance.
One last treat of America before we head into town = Carhenge!

Day 11 – Alliance to Denver – 4 hr – 265 miles
We fire up our Harley Davidsons for the last time and say goodbye to the Great Plains, and point our
bikes towards the town of Cheyenne, home of the American Cowboy. We give our Harley Davidsons a well deserved rest as we check
the local saloons and take a rest ourselves. But, then saddle back up for our final leg to Denver.

Wow. This is going to be an amazing journey. We will have been so many different places, and done so many things. It will take weeks to just be able to take it all in. I look forward to riding with you! Ride Free!
Wil Sakowski, owner/tour operator Ride Free Motorcycle Tours

8 DAY 7 NIGHT TOUR

We leave from either Denver or Salt Lake City. Then we take a couple of days through incredible roads to get to Sturgis, where we spend 2 great days while riding The Black Hills in the morning.

Then we work our way through amazing rides and amazing places on our way back through Colorado and surrounding areas.
more detail coming soon.
This will be an incredible ride and adventure.

11 DAY 10 NIGHT TOUR – YELLOWSTONE AND STURGIS
We start in Denver, and head to Sturgis for 2 day while riding the Black Hills in the morning.
Then we head to and though Yellowstone, Colorado, then back to Denver.

15 DAY 14 NIGHT
Like option two, but more time to explore

13 DAY 12 NIGHT
Info below

Sturgis Guided Motorcycle Tour™ – Guided Motorcycle Tour

TRIP DETAILS BELOW MAP

 

13 Days / 12 Nights
Distance – Miles : 1335 / Kilometers : 2149
Seasons – Summer
Temperature : 100° to 50° F / 38° to 10° C
Reservations must be booked and paid in advance

DAY 1 – DENVER, CO
Welcome to the Mile High City of Denver, Colorado. Today begins the first day of the tour with the arrival at your beautiful hotel located in the heart of downtown Denver.

DAY 2 – DENVER, CO TO STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO – 156 MILES / 251KM
Our tour kicks off as we hit the road and wave good-bye to the capital city of Denver. Get ready for a breathtaking ride through the Rocky Mountains on our way to Steamboat Springs. We will pass through the majestic White River National Forest on our left with Rocky Mountain National Park and its snow capped mountain tops on our right.

DAY 3 – STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO TO GREEN RIVER, WY – 230 MILES / 370 KM
Today we make our way northward to the desert oasis mining town of Green River, Wyoming. As we cross the state line we leave the lush forests of Colorado in the dust and set our sights on the treacherous desert cliffs and mesas of southern Wyoming. This ride is what the “American Wild West” is all about. You can almost hear the faint hiss of the rattlesnakes behind the roar of our bikes!

DAY 4
Continuing northward, we head for the famous tourist stop of Jackson (known by many as Jackson Hole), Wyoming. This city is not only celebrated for it’s recreational skiing, but is also known as the base of Grand Teton National Park which contains a portion of the majestic purple Rocky Mountains. Our national song, America The Beautiful, croons over THIS specific area.

DAY 5 – JACKSON, WY TO CODY, WY – 177 MILES / 285 KM
Today we are graced with a truly incredible view as we leave Jackson, Wyoming and make our way to Cody. Passing through Grand Teton National Park and the crystal clear waters of Jackson Lake we approach a favorite stop of ours–Yellowstone National Park. Known to many as one of the Natural Wonders of the World, Yellowstone is the home to some of the most death-defying canyons, awe-inspiring waterfalls, and active volcanoes. Warning! Keep your eyes pealed as it is also known as the home of hundreds of unique species of Grizzly Bears, wolves, and free-ranging herds of bison and elk.

DAY 6 – CODY, WY TO BUFFALO, WY – 181 MILES / 291 KM
From Cody, we point our bikes eastward for the coal mining town of Buffalo, Wyoming. We will pass through Bighorn National Forest where black bears and moose roam its infinite depths and trout fill its numerous lakes. Enjoy the quiet serenity of nature before we make our way to the excitement of Sturgis.

DAY 7 – BUFFALO, WY TO STURGIS, SD – 184 MILES / 296 KM
While many enjoy the tranquility of the vast span of forests, lakes, mountain ranges, and canyons, the highly anticipated trek to Sturgis finally begins today! Before passing into the state line of South Dakota we’ll pass through the town of Sundance, Wyoming, home of infamous American Old West outlaw the Sundance Kid. Next we’ll cruise into the town of Sturgis South Dakota and enjoy the week’s festivities with fellow bikers from around the world.

DAY 8 – STURGIS, SD
Sturgis Bike Rally and local travel

DAY 9 – STURGIS, SD
Sturgis Bike Rally and local travel

DAY 10 – STURGIS, SD
Sturgis Bike Rally and local travel

DAY 11 – STURGIS, SD TO CHEYENNE, WY – 306 MILES / 493 KM
We may be sleep deprived after all of the Sturgis festivities, but we press on leaving the Black Hills in our mirrors headed for Cheyenne Wyoming home of the American Cowboy. This capital city of Wyoming boomed with the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad in the late 19th century bringing cowboys and outlaws alike to its city limits. Back in the frontier days, Cheyenne was home to the largest outdoor rodeo in America. Today, we will relive that tradition as we ride past its saloon studded posts. Overnight in Cheyenne.

DAY 12 – CHEYENNE, WY TO DENVER, CO – 101 MILES / 163 KM
Today concludes our tour with the final leg of our ride from Cheyenne into Denver, Colorado. We ride with the Rocky Mountains smoldering in the west reminding us of the memories and friendships we’ve made along this incredible ride.

DAY 13 – DENVER, CO DEPARTURE