The first weekend of the 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is in the books, and it wrapped up with a very busy 48-hour stretch for law enforcement in the Black Hills. The South Dakota Highway Patrol has released some key crime stats from Saturday (August 8th) morning to Monday (August 10th), and there was no shortage of activity. But just when you think they've seen it all on the roads winding through the Black Hills, comes an unexpected encounter with an unlikely motorcycle passenger. Get our free mobile appWhat Was It like to Vacation in South Dakota’s Black Hills 60 Years Ago? For a lot of us in South Dakota , that means a trek to the Black Hills and all of the things they have to offer.