DMV: Working the 2024 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

[@garysbackroadadventures]

Looks like they graded the road entering Camp 5. Awesome.

[@theadventurousrider]

Looked like a good turn out. I'll make it up there one day.

[@neil4602]

Thanks man for taking time out to talk and take a pic with me and my wife. You got my number, next time you’re in S.Texas, hit me up we’ll take you out to eat.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Anytime bro! 👍 take care

[@donf1526]

Another good one Joe. Hey it was nice meeting you there this year. Remember you always have a nice place to stay if you ever visit western Washington (near Olympia). Ride safe brother.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Thanks man!

[@mystory1162]

I love all of your videos. You and "scooty tramp scooter " are the only two I've subscribed to. I hope we can meet someday. I was at Dayton 2024 with my 81 Honda GL500 interstate. Worked for 3 vendors helping with ods and ends. I was going to Sturgis 2024, but life had other plans, so maybe next year. I hope I can find work to keep me going and be able to travel all around this beautiful country. Maybe I'll build the courage to just go on blind faith like Scooty did. See you on the next video, man. You're an inspiration to more than you know.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Appreciate it man!

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

I appreciate that man!!

[@JamesReilly-en4di]

Good video Joe, glad to see you getting some work, that heat most be overwhelming, 😊

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Yeah, especially when it's a hot setup. It's hard to really recover

[@JamesReilly-en4di]

@@dirtymotorcyclevagabond yes I agree, it’s very demanding work, what’s your plans for the winter, Mexico?🇲🇽

[@gregorychasteen8843]

Always enjoy your vids, Joe. Keep on Keeping on. Safe Travels.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Thanks man!

[@roadtripper5553]

Job well done

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Thanks bro!

[@beverlybennett963]

Lovin "Gymnopedie"and the ride...... I find most rallies I have been to are "freak shows". Just love the long rides and camping..........Peace out....

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

❤️

[@valarmorghulis9912]

Good to meet you Joe … I’m the dude from Ruidoso … 4 corners rally coming up nice places to ride in CO maybe we’ll see ya there 👊🏻😎👍🏻

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Cheers man! Nice meeting you. Not sure if I'll make 4 corners in time, but do plan on riding down through Colorado on my way out.

[@kevinstephens5729]

Thanks, Joe putting on my windshield on my Triglide. You have safe travels. If you ever end north Texas Panhandle give me a holler

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Cool!

[@campeteracing]

Nice meeting you Joe in Sturgis hope you have a wonderful time on your adventures this year overseas

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

You too man! Thanks for stopping by 😎

[@southerndandy4910]

That Road Warrior faring on that Low Rider S is fantastic looking.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

❤️

[@ArtD2368]

Good to see you again love the vids you are right that heat will kick your butt thanks for posting

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

👍

[@johnlangdell3671]

Good to see you again Joe. Till next year Mate.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Always good to see you John. Take care!

[@southernrebel]

Joe good video.where you headed now?

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Montana

[@jamesweidlich6431]

Great stuff Joe!!!

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Thanks man!

[@TwistedonLife]

Glad to meet you as well as have you install my windshield to better my partners (Teddy the dog) ride.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Right on man, hope yall enjoy!

[@frankparnell7931]

Another good video. Thanks, Joe.👍🏻

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Anytime man!

[@journeyofjerry820]

Dang it Joe. I really need to experience Sturgis. If I ever do make it there at least I will know my neighbor. lol

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

You gotta go bro!!

[@CeigeNUT]

Lets goooo! Been waiting a while for your next upload. I burned through all your other videos way too fast! Thanks for the content.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Haha I got you bro! ✌️

[@back_yard_bill]

Great video Joe, sorry I wasn’t able to drop by before the end of the Rally. It took a bit of time to get to the Tabasco Factory in Louisiana. Forgot to ask you for a sticker too😁 Maybe I will catch in October for Biketoberfest.🤔🏍💨🤙

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Sounds awesome, I'll be there! 😎

[@mikerapp8163]

Good video Joe. I think you captured 2024. Now it’s time to take a break. Ride safe.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

You got that right!! 😅

[@LloydMayes]

Awesome. Hope I make it next year

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

❤️

[@chipseal900]

Thanks for the video.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

You bet!

[@jeffhambric9045]

Great video. What is the best part of Sturgis traveling there, see old friends, enjoying peaceful time afterwards etc..

[@nomoreblahblah]

Hopefully, you were able to stick around and enjoy some of the scenery in the area. Do sights to see videos, if you ever feel so inclined. Restaurants? Cool roads to ride? Saloons of the West? Best place to get friendly with a Bison (JK). I'm sure you have an idea or two.

[@bigbossman3806]

I was watching the street cams in downtown Sturgis and following the weather. It must have been a lot nicer working the last half of the week with the cooler temps although it may not have helped business.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Yeah that's pretty much how it went

[@craigreinbacher9925]

Hello Joe! Just another fan of your travels. I was just checking out the camping options at Sturgis and believe went right by your spot. Was going to say hello, but either you had ear buds on, or weren’t in the mood to socialize… Anyway keep on keeping on!

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Sorry dude! I was probably braindead after working the show man. It was a rough one

[@Uts9000]

Joe, I know it's not your place but do you feel it was financially good for Memphis Shades or is the exposer more of what they are aiming at? I have had M.S. on several of my bikes and all have worked flawlessly for many years. FYI Pledge furniture polish covers a lot of small imperfections. Thanks for the effort making the videos...I enjoy them all

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Good question. If you crunch the numbers, it's a money loser for them. But the exposure makes it absolutely essential for them

[@bryanmitchell5790]

Thanks for bringing us along Joe travel well Godspeed if you make it to my neck of the woods, look me up ca

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Will do!

[@dionmoore879]

So how many wind shields to you do during the rally?

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

I have no clue man. I don't work on commission so I really couldn't say

[@torgy3]

How did you think this year compared to others. I felt the crowds seemed lighter than normal. I was out there Wednesday to the first Saturday so I didn’t get to see if the crowds kept building or not. Not sure what the new normal is for crowds.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Yeah, foot traffic was down, but they were buying stuff so we did ok

[@benderbender1233]

🤘😎🤘

[@gregorytubbs3444]

I was wondering. The show you did on your own. Between plane tickets, car rental and shipping a huge box, was all that worth the effort?

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

They seem to think so! 😅

[@sunshineandsmiles9668]

Hey Joe how do you like that honda on the dirt and not so well paved roads. I just got a '18 honda crf250 rally. It is like riding a cloud through the forest. Stock suspension is great for me as I weigh in at 155 pounds.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

It's nice because of the low center of gravity, but especially when it's loaded up, the ground clearance isnt great

[@sunshineandsmiles9668]

Maybe an Africa Twin is in your future?!?!?!?! Super cool go "anywhere" bike

[@pm7521]

Looks like a nice place to work. Do they provide tools or do you have to bring your own?

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

They provide the tools

[@Matt_McMatt]

Hey when you get a chance, I’d like a sticker too, please?

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

I got you bro!

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

*Next time I get some 🤣

[@jimyounger9490]

We can still do sturgis , just now it will be with Indian !!

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

👍

[@pureblood2020]

Hope Harleys decision to move manufacturing to Thailand & going "woke" doesn't hurt Memphis shades business too much. Ride safe!

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

👍

[@henry-r1f]

How long you plan on staying in and around Sturgis,I know this is now your Rally Time.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Heading out in another day or two

[@henry-r1f]

@@dirtymotorcyclevagabond Ride safe my Brother !

[@MotorheadRedo]

Looks fun accept for the setup and tear down days. Did you notice any backlash against Harley Davidson while you were there? I keep seeing KZbin and X content criticizing Harley's CEO and woke policies he's enacted. I was curious if it was overblown or real. I saw a video of Harley's setup at Sturgis, and it was completely empty.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

I didn't really hear about it until after the show. Crazy man

[@douglasworkman2788]

😢there you are , haven't seen you in few weeks

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Yeah, this motorcycle gig really cuts into my editing time 😅 haha

[@wanderingon2wheels177]

I'm a star.....not. Enjoy Red Lodge. I'm headed for the Pacific before I have to be back east for the next Rally in MD.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Thanks man, have fun!

[@garysbackroadadventures]

Maybe you're just getting a bit older and enjoy that peaceful "alone" time.

[@thewanderin_rider]

🥵that’s hot

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Yes it was

[@thewanderin_rider]

It brings to mind the late , great Robin Williams in good morning Vietnam’ and the classic…… “ fool ! were you born on the sun! I said it’s HOT….. damn hot , real hot…. so damn hot… do a little crotch pot cookin’ “ 😂😂 It never gets old ❤

[@jimyounger9490]

I just can’t believe Harley is done. Harley and Budweiser are the same now. They ruined a good thing.

[@aricmoto]

Getting bikes off those liftgates is super sketch.

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Lol 👍

[@Ironhorsemountainman777]

What is the pay

[@dirtymotorcyclevagabond]

Most places are probably out about 15 bucks per hour. You can make more than that once you kind of build up a name and people get to know you. It takes awhile