Alabama State Motorcycle Flag 6×9 inch – Double-Layered Printed 2-Ply Durable Knitted Polyester – 0.75 inch Sleeve- Fits on 3/8″ Mount Pole

2-ply double-layered means two separate layers of knitted polyester are used to make this flag rather than a single layer. Each layer is printed, and the two layers are bonded together so the Alabama state flag design displays correctly and with full color on both the front and back faces. This is fundamentally different from single-sided flags where the ink bleeds through a single layer showing a reversed, faded mirror image on the back. On a motorcycle, both sides of the flag are visible simultaneously — to traffic behind you and to people on both sides of the road — so having a clean, correct design on both faces matters significantly for appearance.

Knitted polyester uses a looped thread construction that creates small gaps in the fabric — similar in principle to a mesh or open-weave material. This allows air to pass through the flag rather than being blocked by solid fabric. For a motorcycle flag, this is important because solid woven fabric acts like a tiny sail when you ride at speed — the more air resistance it creates, the more the flag thrashes violently and stresses the mount and stitching. Knitted fabric lets the wind through, reducing drag dramatically so the flag waves naturally rather than whipping uncontrollably. This is why nearly all quality motorcycle and car flags use knitted rather than woven fabric construction.

No — the mount pole is not included. This flag is the flag only, designed to fit any existing 3/8 inch motorcycle flag mount pole you already own or purchase separately. Motorcycle flag mount poles and brackets are widely available at motorcycle accessory retailers, online marketplaces, and powersports stores. Common options include rear fender mount brackets, luggage rack flag poles, trailer hitch flag mounts, and universal antenna-style flag holders — all typically available in the 3/8 inch pole diameter that fits this flag's 0.75 inch sleeve.

Any vehicle or mount with a standard 3/8 inch flag pole. This includes: motorcycles with rear fender, luggage rack, or handlebar flag mount brackets; cars and trucks with trailer hitch flag mount poles or antenna flag holders; ATVs and UTVs with whip flag mounts or roll cage bracket poles; golf carts with canopy-rail or frame flag brackets; and any other application using a 3/8 inch diameter flag mount pole. The sleeve mount is not compatible with flagpole systems that use grommets, snap hooks, or halyards — for those applications, the Alabama boat flag (12×18 inch with brass grommets) or flagpole flags (2×3 ft and larger) are the appropriate products.

Yes — the 0.75 inch sleeve fits snugly over the standard 3/8 inch pole and holds securely under normal riding conditions. The knitted open-weave fabric also reduces the wind force acting on the flag, which means less pull on the sleeve at speed compared to a solid woven flag. If you find the flag spins on the pole or occasionally slides upward in strong winds, wrapping a small piece of rubber tape or foam tape around the base of the pole below the sleeve will add friction and prevent movement. This is a simple and effective adjustment that many riders use on any sleeve-mount flag system.

Hand wash or machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with mild detergent — no bleach. Knitted polyester cleans easily and handles road grime, rain, and insect residue well. Air dry or tumble dry on low — avoid high heat to prevent the open-weave structure from deforming and the sleeve from shrinking slightly. Remove the flag from your mount when the bike is stored for extended periods to slow UV fading. Inspect the edges after longer rides and trim any loose threads early. Store loosely when not in use — avoid tight folding that can crease the sleeve area permanently.

If you're not 100% satisfied, return your flag within 30 days in original, unused condition for a full refund. We provide a prepaid return label — no questions asked. Every PromoPatriot flag is also backed by a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects.