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What’s Myrtle Beach Bike Week like from behind the handlebars? Take a social media ride.

Bikers roll into Murrells Inlet, S.C. on Friday evening for Fall Bike Week. Thousands visited the popular bars and vendors that line U.S. Highway 17 on the South end of the Grand Strand despite scattered showers. Oct. 6, 2023.
Bikers roll into Murrells Inlet, S.C. on Friday evening for Fall Bike Week. Thousands visited the popular bars and vendors that line U.S. Highway 17 on the South end of the Grand Strand despite scattered showers. Oct. 6, 2023. jlee@thesunnews.com

As the 83rd edition of Myrtle Beach’s Fall Bike Week winds down, social media posts offer a glimpse into some of its sights and sounds.

With an estimated 30,000 participants, the annual gathering means plenty of chances to fill Facebook, TikTok and other social networking sites with ready-made memories — and users who aren’t shy about sharing them.

Here’s a look at some of this year’s content.

This participant made sure her four-legged road warrior would represent.

@roughrider5612 #myrtlebeach #myrtlebeachbikeweek2023 #myrtlebeachbikeweek #bikergirl #biker #motercycle #girlsonbikes #girls #bikeweek2023 #myrtle #hot ♬ Reflections on 52nd - AGM3

A behind-the-handlebar view of Myrtle Beach’s famous strip of high-rise hotels.

@lexylulu02 something you’ve probably never seen before… #myrtlebeachbikeweek2023 @karleighcaroline:)) Bops Goin Brazy - Tyga

Music and dancing at Spokes and Bones Saloon in Murrells Inlet.

What would Bike Week be without a crowded Harley-Davidson parking lot?

Food culture is part of the vibe, and Columbia-based Billy G’s BBQ is a Bike Week staple.

Smoke from the Suck, Bang, Blow burnout pit is a daily Bike Week backdrop

@sisterthreads2 Born To Be Wild - Steppenwolf

A low-angle shot of bikers headed into the famed Murrells Inlet bar

Hundreds of customized bikes are on display throughout the week. Just don’t touch them.

@bobbrock2 #myrtlebeachfallrally2023 Big Boy Toys - Aaron Tippin

This story was originally published October 7, 2023 at 11:00 AM.

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