Full Throttle Saloon Claims To Be The World’s Largest Biker Bar In South Dakota

Full Throttle Saloon in Sturgis, South Dakota, is the world's largest biker bar and a key gathering spot during the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

Every August, Sturgis fills up with around 700,000 bikers for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. It's a huge event that's taken place for more than 80 years. There's one biker bar here that claims to be the world's largest biker bar in South Dakota, and we have to agree. This place is known as Full Throttle Saloon, and you can learn all about it below.

Welcome to Full Throttle Saloon South Dakota, the world's largest biker bar! Full Throttle Saloon owner Michael Ballard opened the original bar in Sturgis in 1999, and after a fire a few years ago, the new location is going strong.

Full Throttle Saloon is the most iconic place to gather during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally every August.

After entering this massive bar, you'll see several different bar spaces set up throughout the building. This place definitely has personality, and you'll love the vibe here.

Just take a look at all the fun and incredible Full Throttle Saloon photos!

The inside of this bar is full of memorabilia and vintage motorcycle parts from years past. You'll want to spend some time just checking out the incredible bar and other furnishings.

Of course, there's also a great selection of beer on tap and in cans and bottles here. You certainly won't go thirsty at Full Throttle Saloon.

During your visit, be sure to check out Michael Ballard's line of spirits to make any party even more perfect. There's the Full Throttle 70 Proof Espresso Shot, which is great for mixed drinks or shots.

The bar also carries Margarita Shot and S'loonshine, which come in several different flavors. Try them all to see which ones you like the best, and take a bottle or two home to add to your liquor cabinet.

As previously mentioned, the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally takes place each August. You'll certainly want to visit Full Throttle Saloon if you're ever in town for the rally.

Take a look at this video by @MattLaidlaw:

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Have you ever visited South Dakota's Full Throttle Saloon? If so, please share your experience with us in the comments below.

To learn more, be sure to visit the Full Throttle Saloon website or the Full Throttle Saloon Facebook page. While you're in Sturgis, you might also want to check out this beef jerky outlet that has several tasty varieties.

If you want to explore some of the best of South Dakota, check out the Bus Tour of Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills on Viator.

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