The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame safeguards the rich heritage and history of motorcycle culture. Its purpose is to pay homage to the individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the motorcycle industry – individuals who are considered pioneers and visionaries. One of the newest inductees to the Hall of Fame is But Munro, a motorcycle racing icon who made a mark during the early years of two-wheeled motorsport.
Born on March 25, 1899, Burt Munro was described as having an “unnatural need for speed.” He was famous for his 1920 Indian Scout which he spent a lot of time building and perfecting. Aboard that bike, he would ultimately set three world records at the Bonneville Salt Flats. To this day, his speed record of 184.087 miles per hour on a sub-1,000cc motorbike, set way back in 1967, still stands.
