Irish Rich Custom Motorcycles at 85th Sturgis Rally #431
About this episode
Rich, known as Irish Rich, shares his legendary experiences from the custom motorcycle scene at the Sturgis Rally. He reminisces about the early days of Sturgis, recounting wild stories and memorable moments, including the infamous burning of port-a-potties. The conversation dives into the evolution of motorcycle culture, the rise of performance baggers, and the significance of community among riders. Rich also discusses his projects, the challenges of modern biking, and the importance of craftsmanship in building bikes that resonate with personal history and style.
Irish Rich is a custom motorcycle builder with over 50 years of experience in motorcycle customization! On this second visit, we sat down in Rich's shop during the 85th Sturgis rally to hear more stories from the past.
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