December 30th, 2011, 06:25 PM | #1 |
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What's the best place to mount your GPS?
I've been looking at the forums here and at the RAM GPS mounts and it seems there are at least three different ones you can use for your GPS that are compatible with the newer Ninjas.
These are the three compatible RAM mounts I've found: http://www.amazon.com/RAM-Mounting-R...=2AS5XKD13PDWZ http://www.amazon.com/RAM-Mounting-S...hu-rd_add_1_dp http://www.amazon.com/Ram-Mounts-Bas...5294598&sr=8-1 I was wondering if anyone had opinion or feedback on where is the best/easiest place to mount your GPS before I go ahead and buy.
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December 30th, 2011, 07:05 PM | #2 |
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Not sure for newer gen. Ninja.. but for motorcycles in general, I like to place the GPS right over the speedo display, since GPS gives more accurate speed anyway.
The central location of the GPS in-line with the moving direction of the bike would require less time for rider to switch focus of vision. The less time eye spent off the direction of travel, the less reaction time required when something occurs. With my 12 yr. ild GPS unit that's been mounted on over 40 different motorcycles, here's how I mount if on my pre-gen Ninja: Simple RAM mount on the handlebar bolt: |
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December 30th, 2011, 07:22 PM | #3 | |
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December 30th, 2011, 07:39 PM | #4 |
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You may want to decide first, if you want the gps to be closer to your left or right hand... and go from there. Are you left or right-handed?
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December 30th, 2011, 07:46 PM | #5 |
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I do like it, RAM mounts are convenient, simple way to mount GPS between multiple motos.
If you really want the most ideal location for a GPSon a newer gen Ninja, not sure if the contraption would be solid enough once the moto is running though, road shock and engine vibe might make the GPS difficult to read: Another GPS mount solution - "Erector-RAM" |
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December 30th, 2011, 07:49 PM | #6 | |
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Besides, keeping your eyes on the road should be the top priority while riding, vs eyes on the GPS. |
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December 30th, 2011, 07:50 PM | #7 |
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Mount it on your helmet, directly in front of your visor, and you won't have to worry about taking your eyes off the road to see it.
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December 30th, 2011, 07:56 PM | #8 |
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My solution - I don't have a dedicated GPS device, in its stead I use my phone (Nokia N86). Don't know if iPhones can navigate offline, but my phone can do so because the maps and voice navigation software are installed in it. Now that I'm done advertising for Nokia , I'll go straight to my point. I'll select my destination, attach my earphones and put my phone in my pocket and the voice navi will give me directions and warn me if my speed is in excess of the limit. What more can you ask for? Ride listening to cool tunes with the navi voice fading in and out with directions.
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December 30th, 2011, 08:13 PM | #9 |
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I tend to avoid all audio distractions when I'm riding.
I put on ear plugs, only hear dampened surroudings and vehicle related sounds to keep me focused on the ride and how my bike is runing. |
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December 30th, 2011, 08:16 PM | #10 |
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I have mine mounted right on top of the Dash under the windscreen. I love it there. I can see the gauges and it doesnt take much effort to glance down a little. I can also route the power cable from the back instead of up to the handlebars. Makes for easy storage. I used the angled RAM mount on the mirror bolt with 2 short arms. Vibration is very minimal as well.
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Me too. I know a lot of people are comfortable with listening to audio while riding, but I don't feel it's the safest way to ride. Too many idiots out there and I need all my senses. Quote:
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December 30th, 2011, 10:42 PM | #13 |
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Thanks! This is looking a lot pricier than I was expecting, but I guess I'll just have to bite the bullet if I want it to be good. I'll probably go through Amazon so I can at least get free shipping, but dam* I can't believe it's going to cost half the price of the new Garmin I got for Christmas!
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December 30th, 2011, 11:09 PM | #14 |
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Another good option is to just screw a RAM ball into either the left or right unused mirror hole on the handlebars. It's covered by a small plastic cap.
Link to the RAM-b-349 part Description within this thread.
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December 30th, 2011, 11:11 PM | #15 |
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December 30th, 2011, 11:49 PM | #16 | |
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December 31st, 2011, 12:43 AM | #17 |
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Anything that uses cell data is going to be useless if you travel out of the city unless it has the capability to store map data on the phone and only use the GPS antenna.
@Little_Ghost yea it gets kinda pricey. Which is why I've purchased a camera mount along with a cupholder for RAM as well. That way I can use the same mounts for everything. If you do some hunting, you might find discounts on certain parts. I think if you substitute the 2 short arms w/ 1 extra long arm, you might get the necessary distance. Alex's suggestion on the handlebar mount works great as well if you're okay with it turning with the bars. Amazon might end up using GPSCity.com. If so, there is a 5% off coupon "RAMLIVECHAT" for RAM mounts only. Pretty sure it still works.
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December 31st, 2011, 12:45 AM | #18 |
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i think its fun getting lost
some of the best conversations i've had have been at gas stations in the middle of nowhere with complete strangers
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Gosh I hope so. Otherwise that'd be a ton of wasted media space.
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December 31st, 2011, 06:56 AM | #22 |
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I got the brake reservoir plate that attaches to the top with the ball on the top. I'll then angle the arm and the gps in toward the windshield. I have a power system set up to keep it charged too.
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December 31st, 2011, 09:57 AM | #23 | |
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@Socal5646 - Thanks for the coupon tip! From your description, this looks like one of the systems I posted a link to on the RAM site at the beginning of the thread. Are you happy with it? It looks like the positioning might be a little odd. I considered ordering it before I asked around on here.
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December 31st, 2011, 10:01 AM | #24 |
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Thank you everyone for helping me to decide!
I have a way better understanding of the parts and positioning now. I just placed an order on Amazon for the parts Brian and A suggested. Looking forward to mounting it on my bike and getting lost this Spring!
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December 31st, 2011, 10:05 AM | #25 |
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Actually I have yet to install it, I'm away on break and my bike is in storage. I'll have it on in the next few weeks.
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January 1st, 2012, 07:15 PM | #29 |
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Ohhh. Oops. I didn't even notice I accidentally did that! Thanks!
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I prefer to use the GPS more for road conditions. It's awesome when you see a turn that says 25mph, look down at the GPS, and realize its a decreasing radius hairpin. Has kept me out of trouble a few times and also has allowed me to maintain speeds through wavy curves because I knew it wasnt going to be a turn I couldnt take.
Also helps let you know what the next exit is on the freeway so you can decide if you want to change lanes. If you're using the GPS function anyways. Voice navigation is useless though.
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January 2nd, 2012, 08:27 PM | #32 |
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A good GPS can also direct you to places to eat/sleep/shop with just one touch too. No stopping to search the web while waiting around for your phone to connect with enough satellites to respond.
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You have a satellite phone???
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Ill try and get some pics of the whole set-up tomorrow. I also have a Battery Tender QD on the battery with a 12v accessory plug with a QD socket on the other end to use with it. and the 12v plug is ziptied to a bracket under the handle bars. Ive got pics of the 12v plug already in my mod thread, but ill update that tomorrow hopefully with the gps mount and a few other things that Ive done.
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Ok, I got mine all hooked up, I'll post pics as soon as I get them.
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