Flags for the back of the Spyder

[jthornton]

If you are able to make it. Probably best idea. What size flags ? I have ICSI tall mounts that fly all the time. Rivco adapted mount on trailer hitch for 3x5 American flag for PGR Missions
Oldmanzues

Is the flag pole special for the Rivco mount?

JT

 

[jthornton]

The big expense is the flag holding bars. There are several, mostly seen the ones that mount to the trunk and license plate braket. Have also seen requests for stronger holders for big parade flags...nice project JT...:2thumbs:

Do they big parade flags have a round base on the pole?

JT

 

[captblack]

My setup ...

Rivco trunk mount - does not hide any lights. I use 10.5 x 15 flags ... Remember the US flag is mounted on the right as you view the rear of the bike.


For escorts, I have this setup on my hitch. Using a 3 x 5 flag on a 5' pole works well, even at highway speeds.


I have used these suppliers for flags ...

http://store.sspflags.com/categories/MOTORCYCLE-FLAGS/

http://www.flagsoncars.com/motorcycle-section.html

 

[jthornton]

SWEET! Thanks for the pics!
I like it... But man... $200?
But I guess that's the only choice since the trunk lid model wont work with the 4th break light strip.

Bob

That's what I thought too and what I'm trying to do is offer something at a lower cost to SL's.

JT

 

[Oldmanzues]

Is the flag pole special for the Rivco mount?

JT

Actually No, I use a garden hoe handle from Home Depot, re inforced with nylon strapping tape. I will try to find my pics and put them on here later today. The spyder is calling my name and it is above 40
Oldmanzues

 

[finless]

That's what I thought too and what I'm trying to do is offer something at a lower cost to SL's.

JT

Let me know when you have something! I will jump on it!

Bob

 

[ValCruzSpyder]

Trust me, I have!!

It doesn't get much lower than that, stiffing you on a Gold Star flag, of all things. I hope you have complained to the Better Business Bureau and anyone else that will listen.

For what it's worth, I have talked to all of my friends at this issue. It took awhile, but we formally filed a complaint with BBB. Do I see a resolution on the horizon? Not really. I just chalk it up as one of life's lessons. My apologizes to the OP. My intent was not to hi-jack your thread. Just thought I would put the word out about a "non-sponsor vender".

 

[ValCruzSpyder]

Great Advice

That's why I like to always use my AMEX card to buy stuff. No deliver, call Amex, and get money back. They just charge back the seller. If the seller insists on Paypal, I use my Amex card on Paypal. No deliver, no pay.

I will be sure to remember this in the future. As always, thanks for "another" batch of good advice!!:thumbup:

 

[Dan McNally]

I will be sure to remember this in the future. As always, thanks for "another" batch of good advice!!:thumbup:

John, I am shocked to hear they still haven't delivered . . . by the way, we need to get together for lunch, someday this summer, since I missed the March 22 Brunch because of mechanical problems . .

 

[Dan McNally]

Take this for what it is worth. I ordered three (3) Flags from Rumbling Pride in September 2013. They have yet to fulfill the order. I am still missing a "Gold Star" from them. Trust me when I say, I have done everything within the law to try to receive either the flag or a refund. To date, I have nothing. When a company refuses to talk to you on the phone, when they don't respond to emails, and when they don't even respond to "snail-mail"...I thinks it's about time to put them on blast!!!!! My next door neighbor's daughter taught me that saying. It sounds more cool when she says it!
Back to the point, "Buyer Beware" when it comes to Bumbling Pr....,I mean Rumbling Pride. Nuff Said!!

Perhaps a few emails from this community to Rumbling Pride, stating that we'll never buy from them unless they make good your order, John? I'll leave it up to you . . . put your name in a response, and, perhaps, an order number, so we can send emails to them that tell them who's order we are upset about? They have an email address at their web site: [email protected] . . . this community, and the Spyder folks on facebook, could probably get their attention!

 

[GloryRyders]

I am running four flags on the back of the Spyder..........two are on a mount that is behind the license plate. The unit is chrome and came from Custom Cruiser or Cruiser Customs ( can't remember which). I have 5 x 9 flags on them, Patriot Guard and MIA flags. I also have the Rivco Flag Mount that mounts under the rear trunk and run 10 x 15 American flags on them. The flags came from the Flag Store on the internet. They are not highway rated but I have had no problem with them running 65 miles/hr. Any faster I just coil them up and put a couple of heavy duty rubber bands around them until I get where I'm going. Hope this helps

 

[Chief-J]

Flags

jthornton

You can also try the Honda Motorcycle Dealership. That's where I got mine from and they fit my RT-S fine.

Good luck.

 

[jthornton]

My setup ...

Rivco trunk mount - does not hide any lights. I use 10.5 x 15 flags ... Remember the US flag is mounted on the right as you view the rear of the bike.


For escorts, I have this setup on my hitch. Using a 3 x 5 flag on a 5' pole works well, even at highway speeds.


I have used these suppliers for flags ...

http://store.sspflags.com/categories/MOTORCYCLE-FLAGS/

http://www.flagsoncars.com/motorcycle-section.html

Thanks for the photos and links that gives me some ideas...

JT

 

[jthornton]

Let me know when you have something! I will jump on it!

Bob

I'm looking at a trunk mount that is removable. What type are you interested in Bob?

JT

 

[bmwlarry]

I had the flat steel piece made and added the Rivco flag pole holder.

 

[jthornton]

I had the flat steel piece made and added the Rivco flag pole holder.
View attachment 86990

Thanks Larry, what size hole does the Rivco flag pole holder need?

Thanks
JT

 

[finless]

I'm looking at a trunk mount that is removable. What type are you interested in Bob?

JT

I have the Show Chrome 3rd and 4th break lights. So there is a strip of LEDs going around the trunk lid crack. Pretty sure a trunk lid flag mount wont work with these lights strips being there.

So I am looking for the tall flag license plate type mount.

Bob

 

[Wwulf76]

That's what I thought too and what I'm trying to do is offer something at a lower cost to SL's.

JT

I have looked at many options too but it is hard to let go of that much green. Uncle Sam seems to like to take more than his fair share which is really crimping our bike budget. That and having two to outfit with these items hurts. :yikes:

 

[jthornton]

I have the Show Chrome 3rd and 4th break lights. So there is a strip of LEDs going around the trunk lid crack. Pretty sure a trunk lid flag mount wont work with these lights strips being there.

So I am looking for the tall flag license plate type mount.

Bob

Bob,

Thanks for the info on the LED's and it's good to know what people are looking for.

JT

 

[PrairieSpyder]

If you have a luggage rack on top of your trunk, there are mounts available that attach to those.