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

Alaska's state flag features eight gold stars on a midnight navy blue field. Seven of the stars form the Big Dipper (Ursa Major) constellation, and one larger star represents Polaris — the North Star, symbolizing Alaska's position as the northernmost U.S. state. The flag was designed in 1927 by 13-year-old Benny Benson of Seward, Alaska, who won a territorial flag design contest. It was officially adopted and has remained unchanged since Alaska became the 49th state in 1959. The navy blue also represents the Alaska sky and the state flower, the forget-me-not. At 6×9 inches, the constellation pattern is distinctive and immediately recognizable on the road.

Two separate layers of knitted polyester are used, each printed, then bonded together — so Alaska's gold stars on navy blue display correctly and fully on both the front and back faces. Unlike single-sided flags where ink bleeds through showing a faded reversed image on the back, this 2-ply construction gives you a clean, correct design from any direction. On a motorcycle, both sides are visible simultaneously to traffic and bystanders on either side of you — so both sides looking correct matters significantly for appearance.

Knitted polyester uses a looped thread construction that creates small gaps in the fabric, allowing air to pass through rather than being blocked. For a motorcycle flag, solid woven fabric acts like a sail at speed — creating drag that makes the flag thrash and stresses the mount and stitching. Knitted fabric lets wind through, reducing drag so the flag waves naturally instead of whipping. This is why nearly all quality motorcycle and car flags use knitted rather than woven fabric.

No — the mount pole is not included. This flag is 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 — including rear fender brackets, luggage rack poles, trailer hitch mounts, and universal antenna-style holders, all typically available in the 3/8 inch diameter that fits this flag's 0.75 inch sleeve.

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 on the flag, meaning less pull on the sleeve at speed compared to a solid woven flag. If the flag spins on the pole or slides in strong winds, wrapping a small piece of rubber tape or foam tape around the base of the pole below the sleeve adds friction and keeps the Alaska design properly oriented while riding.

Hand wash or machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with mild detergent — no bleach. The knitted polyester handles road grime, rain, and bugs 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 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 — avoid tight folding that can crease the sleeve area permanently.

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