Bikes asnort in Sturgis for these riders of the purple sage.
Bikes like praying mantises. Vintage Harley Davidsons
Cruising here through Rapid City, down from Portland, Maine,
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To line-up tight on Main Street. Folks admire the horse-power
Rearing each machine, forked weaponry foot-plate,
Legendary name – Goldwing, Brough Superior –
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Parked where once stood mustangs resting hooves,
Palominos hitched to rails idly whisking tails,
And bow-legged hands in chaps swinging through
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The lattice doors to check their holsters at the bar.
Sure the saloon’s still here, but now it’s biker leather.
Helmets for the Black Hills’ wide-brimmed hats,
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While buxom girls in bikinis share the honours
For devotion to a proper shine, grooming up a lather,
Keen to hose the sleek beast down, applying Amsoil to your nuts.
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