The new Leather Down-Tube Bag (P/N 93300045 Distressed Brown, P/N 93300044 Black; $119.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® provides a handy place to smaller gear like tools, a tire gauge, or a disc lock on many Dyna® and Sportster® models. The rigid-backed bag features a heavy leather flap with an embossed Bar and Shield logo and traditional strap-and-buckle closures. A zippered opening under the flap protects the contents from road debris. Mounted low on the frame, the bag is inconspicuous and convenient to access. The kit is easy to install and includes all required mounting hardware. It fits most 2004-later Sportster and 2006-later Dyna models, but may not be compatible with other accessories. See an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer for fitment details.

Share a minute with American Picker Mike Wolfe, as he talks shop with Indian Motorcycle's Greg Brew, about designing the next generation of Indians.

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In December, Victory Motorcycles issued a challenge to its fans; recruit  friends and fellow riders and help increase the Victory Motorcycles Facebook fan count. In appreciation and celebration for their successful efforts in reaching that goal, Victory is thanking its fans by giving them the opportunity to win a brand new 2013 Victory Cross Country featuring Midnight Metallic Flame Factory Custom Paint. A winner will be chosen by random drawing and notified on January 1, 2013.

Click on the photo above to visit the Victory Facebook page and get a chance to win a bitchin' Victory bagger.

Featuring the Cross Country’s performance, comfort, storage, handling and reliability, Victory Motorcycles is offering this unique Factory Custom Paint option for a limited period that features an extra dose of attitude, and beckons you to embrace your dark side in style.

The Cross Country Midnight Metallic Flame with Factory Custom Paint will be available beginning first quarter of 2013, and will only be offered for a limited time, guaranteeing that these baggers and their owners will stand out in the crowd.

Every Victory Bagger features ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System), cruise control, an air-adjustable preload rear suspension, and is powered by the Freedom 106/6 V-Twin – a 106-ci V-Twin engine that produces 106 ft-lb. of torque and is mated to a smooth-shifting 6-speed transmission with overdrive.

The Victory Cross Country features over 21 gallons of lockable storage in its hard saddlebags and a wind cutting fairing that houses a comprehensive collection of instrumentation and a premium audio entertainment system.

The best custom bikes are all about the details, right? These gas caps are just the thing to add those last details to the top surface of your bike. Whether it’s eye-catching chrome or modern black, let Drag Specialties® help add those last touches to really make an impression.  Both high-quality finishes feature the contrasting screen skull for style. It’s available in vented, unvented and dummy styles, and the dummy cap replaces the fuel gauge on the left side of the tank.  Available for late 96-13 models. SUG. RETAIL $21.95

For more information, go to www.dragspecialties.com or contact your local Drag Specialties dealer.

Charinay Bolaños Quintero, 10, has been standing outside for hours. She's one of nearly 8,000 kids here on Avenida Revolución, Tijuana's famous downtown strip. They fill the street, for block after block. Some look excited, and some are clearly nervous. Some have their hands clasped together, eyes closed, as if deep in prayer.

The reason they're waiting?

"Bicycles, toys, dolls, mmmm," Charinay tells me dreamily, in Spanish. She's excited, and having trouble standing still. "They bring lots of presents."

Her mother tells me they come to this, the Tijuana Toy Run, every December.

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Members of the Unwanted Motorcycle Club pose for a picture outside of Children’s Hospital at Erlanger before they visit patients on Christmas Eve.

Members of the Unwanted Motorcycle Club reached their ninth year visiting patients on Christmas Eve at Children’s Hospital at Erlanger.

The rumble of motorcycles on Blackford Street was a clue something exciting was about to happen. 20 motorcyclists in leather vests and chaps walked into the hospital carrying teddy bears.  For nine years, it has become a tradition the club members look forward to every holiday season.

“We come every Christmas Eve and give a teddy bear to every patient at the hospital,” said club treasurer Russ Robbins.  “It is a privilege for us to be here and be able to do it.  Just to see the smiles and families getting excited is very rewarding.”

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The photo contains, from the left, Jeff Najar-Marketing Prince, Art Hall-International Editor on the bicycle, the Janitor, Gary Mraz-the Triking Viking, Nyla Olsen-the Queen of Bikernet, Ray C. Wheeler-Performance Editor, Ben Lambouef-Ad Director, and Andrew Calagero–VP of Bikernet Apparel.

MERRY MERRY FROM THE BIKERNET GANG— We want to wish everyone a terrific holiday and all the best for the new year. Unfortunately, the entire Bikernet Crew could not make it to the Long Beach Ultimate Builder Show. But I want to recognize all the talented brothers and sisters who assist with Bikernet, Bikernet Trikes, Bikernet Baggers, and the Bikernet Blog, including of course Sin Wu the CFO, Buck Lovell -Editor of Bikernet Baggers, Bruce Snyder – Bikernet Copy Editor, Mike Pullin – East Coast Editor, Wrench – Senior Tech Editor, Rogue – Tech Editor, Josh Placa – Desert Tarantula Editor, Krylon John – Paint Mixer, Joe Jorgenson – Web Master & the whole Robintek crew, Bob T. – Vintage Collector, Tail Gunner – Tech Contributor, Kevin Thomas – Book Reviewer, Anson Alexander – Cajun Editor, Edge – Events commander, Jon Towle – Illustrator, Renegade – Sarcasm Editor, Dick Allen – Line drawing master, Buckshot – Man Cave Editor, Chris Kallas – Fine Artist, Wilburn Roach – History Editor,  George Fleming – Logo Art Master, Peter Linney – Feature Photographer, Rigid Frame Richard – Texas Photographer, Vickie Pullin – East Coast Feature Photographer, Paul Garson – Senior Editor, Jerry Southworth – Girl of Bikernet Photographer, Michael Farabaugh – Hot Chick Photographer, Markus Cuff – Vintage Bike Photographer, Doc Robinson – Australian Road Test Left Lane Editor and Tech Master, Katmandu – Florida Editorial Assistant, Bill Bish – Legislative Editor, Jim Waggaman – Humor Contributor, Don Whalen – Antique Motorcycle Curator, Darren Ho – Island Editor, Udey South Asian Editor, Steve Bauman – Editorial Hang around, Snake – Beer runner.

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No matter the style of bike they ride, motorcyclists stick together. The road is dangerous, especially to them. It’s two wheels against four.
The biker community is a large part of the Marine Corps. The love of riding draws motorcyclists together all over the Combat Center and has become a common activity among units to bring together Marines of all ranks.
Combat Logistics Battalion 7 had their monthly motorcycle outing Dec. 12 from the Combat Center to Willie Boy’s Saloon in Morongo Valley, Calif. The battalion rides not only build unit cohesion, but instill motorcycle competencies and encourages safety among brothers.

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It's all about the Christmas celebration, having fun, cute girls, terrific humor, and some info about the earth, legislation, and gun laws.

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The Mission Inn’s “Festival of Lights” one of the nation’s most enchanting holiday celebrations attracting 250,000+ visitors, and it is a special gift to the city of Riverside,This Grand Dame hotel is a National Historic Landmark located just 60 miles from Los Angeles and Palm Springs. Its old-world charm is electrified during the “Festival of Lights” holiday season, and The Mission Inn is known as a beloved getaway for Hollywood stars and political power players. Both screen legend Bette Davis and Richard Nixon were married here, while Ronald and Nancy Reagan honeymooned at the hotel.READ FULL STORY