Touring Models Road King, Road King Custom, Road King Classic, Road Glide, Street Glide, Electra Glide, Electra Glide Classic, and Electra Glide Ultra Classic bikes.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Flag Pole

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
  #1  
Old 04-09-2010, 01:59 PM
jbud47's Avatar
jbud47
jbud47 is offline
Stage IV
Thread Starter
Join Date: Oct 2008
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default Flag Pole

Hey guys,
If anyone is flying a full size flag in PGR or WWR rides, what material is your flag pole made of?

Thanks, Bud
 
  #2  
Old 04-09-2010, 02:42 PM
Buddha64's Avatar
Buddha64
Buddha64 is offline
Tourer
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: New Lenox, IL
Posts: 261
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

I use a Chrome six foot closet pole. I put two eyelets in to attach the flags to, a layer of electrical tape to keep it from rattleing too much. I also cross drilled the pole with the holder and have a quick release pin through it for peace of mind. Had it up to 70 MPH with no problems.

George.
 
  #3  
Old 04-09-2010, 05:49 PM
HogAir's Avatar
HogAir
HogAir is offline
Tourer
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Lawrenceville, Ga
Posts: 469
Received 13 Likes on 10 Posts
Default

Here's a reference for you on flags and mounts.

http://*******.com/y2dqpf5

I'm running two 3 x 5 flags on a Rivco mount on my Ultra. I substituted 4 to 8 foot poles unlike the 6 to 12 footers described in the writeup. I've been using them for 2 years and way too many missions. Best mount's you can put on a bagger I think.

Alan
 
  #4  
Old 04-09-2010, 06:55 PM
Lenyaw's Avatar
Lenyaw
Lenyaw is offline
Intermediate
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Columbia, SC
Posts: 38
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

I also use the Rivco mount on my Ultra, but used two 6 foot wooden closet rod for flag poles. They required a little sanding on the belt sander to make them a tight fit. I added 2 more grommets to my 3 x 5 flags (4 total) for more strength at higher speeds. I used 5/16" eye bolts drilled through the poles and attach the flags with 1/4" spring clips for easy removal after each mission. Flags have flown trouble free for over two years, other than normal wear & tear. They have held up to speeds...well...in excess of parade speeds ** (& I'll leave it at that)...(**NOT recommended, the bike does get a bit sensitive at those speeds)
 
  #5  
Old 04-10-2010, 04:45 PM
Johan96's Avatar
Johan96
Johan96 is offline
Elite HDF Member
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Bergen, Norway
Posts: 3,875
Received 8 Likes on 8 Posts
Default

putting on notification
 
  #6  
Old 04-10-2010, 05:05 PM
michael427's Avatar
michael427
michael427 is offline
Tourer
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Coffeyville, KS
Posts: 305
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Default

A 4 or 5 ft. nightstick cb antenna works fantastic even at highway speeds. Everyone in my capter uses them now.
 
  #7  
Old 04-11-2010, 06:23 AM
jbud47's Avatar
jbud47
jbud47 is offline
Stage IV
Thread Starter
Join Date: Oct 2008
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default Flag Pole

Thanks for all the info guys. I appreciate all the help. Bud
 
  #8  
Old 04-11-2010, 06:49 AM
littlebear's Avatar
littlebear
littlebear is offline
Tourer
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Hutchinson,Kansas
Posts: 448
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Made my own mount that bolts to the luggage rack, for the pole I used a paint pole I got from Sherwin Williams paint store, painted it black and it is plenty stout. Alot of guys have found old mic poles that work well, hit local pawn shops for that find, good luck.
 
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
TooEasy
The Patriot Guard Riders
164
12-21-2022 01:15 AM
slodsm
Audio Systems
4
02-27-2019 08:51 PM
jpalm
Touring Models
12
12-07-2010 09:32 AM



Quick Reply: Flag Pole



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:58 AM.