Thought I'd start a thread to show the different methods of mounting a GPS and any potential issues you've experneiced with your method. I mounted a Zumo 550 using the Ram handlebar clamp and a short extension with a ball for the Zumo backing plate to attach to. Instead of clamping directly to the handle bar I clamped the Ram handle bar mount directly to the Crycra pro bend handlebar clamp mount just in front of where it meets the handlebar. I'm assuming I have no issues with any front brake line interference but will take a closer look this week to determine if the front brake line is rubbing during compression. I will say that the GPS has allowed me to take many 250+ mile day rides without any hesitation on getting lost or finding fuel. Without this device riding would be not even be a 1/4 of the fun. Think I need a spot next...
Spot & 60CSx Fast1: Good thread. I ride alone alot and my wife lets me out as long as I have a SPOT transceiver along with my GPS. Here's the whole cockpit: The SPOT is mounted with a RAM mount on the mirror base: The 60CSx is mounted to the Cyrca Probend handguard: These positions work well for me and are protected by the handguards. Model #s for the mounts and additional comments are available in one of my albums: http://www.cafehusky.com/forums/album.php?albumid=32 Howard L. Snell
I'm using the ram system also great set up. I went for a fitting that went under the hold down bolts for the handle bars. The first try was the top bolt but after a hard ride through the bush and over logs etc.... I moved it to the lower bolt. I found the brake cable was rubbing against the back of the unit, All better now. Man I love riding in the mountains with GPS and Backroad Mapbook Even coming home and down loading the GPS to Google earth Is pretty cool [
Hey Huskydude found another photo that I had from the side where you can get somewhat of an idea on the clearance issue from the front brake line. Haven't had an opportuntity to confirm that there is no interference but will verify.
Oh Ya... there's your bike.... I love that picture. It would make a Great Poster. Your GPS sits way further back than mine did. But almost exactly where it sits now. It's amazing how versatile the Ram system is. Got any more pics like that?
here are a few more with a concentration on the GPS This bike with a GPS has allowed me to do what I would dream about doing when 16 and and out riding... never do I regret the purchase!
Commence thread hijack: Is the Zumo 550 waterproof? I have the Garmin Oregon 400 ann Nuvi 260W. The Oregon is water proof but the Nuvi isnt. I like the Oregon but like the big screen of the Nuvi. Im just worried to get the Nuvi wet. mike Hijack Complete. UPDATE: Nevermind. I looged it up. Nice Piece of gear.
I bought the Nuvi for my van/wife whatever. What a fantastic little unit. For the Car Van etc. I bought the Garmin GPSMAP 276C for my bike. Not worried about what street to turn on in 200yrds. It's for the bush and fire roads. Not even sure roads would show up on the Nuvi where I ride.
I have the North America street and topo maps for garmin. Both are loaded on my Nuvi and Oregon. I like that you can run both cart systems at the same time. If the road doesnt show up on the city maps, they usually show up on the topo's. Like i said, I just wory that the Nuvi isnt waterproof. I am going to buy the RAM Mount though. It looks like a sweet unit. We have them for some of our gear at work and we beat the mess out of them and they always stay in position. Mike
Oh yeah, this is a gps mount thread....... All I could think of seeing those nice calm ponds/rivers/lakes was what kind of lure I'd need to coax a pike or bass to hit. Beautiful scenery. Good incentive to go gpsing!
The Zumo 550 will accept both NA street and Topo. It requires some special skills to load on which this Zumo forum can provide.. http://www.zumoforums.com/index.php?PHPSESSID=238273fbc3d82976e25019111494720e&action=forum The Zumo is also waterproof, IPX7, and I've thoroughly tested it several times.
