Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted December 24, 2015 Global Moderator Share Posted December 24, 2015 Finally pulled the trigger on a Ram Mount!!! Well, here's all the pieces I got: I'm going to mount this aluminum diamond base on a strip of metal I got at Home Depot. I got the small 2" aluminum clamp. I hope this works, but if not, I'll need the medium 3". I decided to get the X-Grip IV, because it's made for bigger phones, and the normal X-Grip would hit my power button, where this mount will interfere only with the volume up button. This here is a band to help hold the phone in place. Got it just to ensure that my phone won't fly off the X-Grip, but the X-Grip doesn't seem to really need it if you place your phone in there securely. X-Grip without band and Samsung Galaxy Note 4 in. X-Grip with band and Samsung Galaxy Note 4 in. Back of X-Grip with the band. This is the piece of metal I needed to install the diamond base onto the FZ. Gonna put that piece right here. I'm going to drill some holes in the plate and use the existing holes here. Just like that, It's mounted. Just gotta paint it, but I'll do that after I check fitment. X-Grip IV mounted. Sits behind the Givi Windscreen. I know, my windscreen is diiiiiiiiirrrrrrrty!!! Samsung Galaxy Note 4 on the X-Grip IV. Samsung Galaxy Note 4 on the X-Grip IV with the band. Oh, and some key hole action It's raining, so I can't test it out, but it is solid. I just painted the bracket, so I won't be able to install it permanently until that dries. Thanks for looking!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted December 26, 2015 Author Global Moderator Share Posted December 26, 2015 Painted the bracket black. I made sure to put the adjustment for the clamp on the left side, because there's more room to access it on the left. Also, I put the phone on the X-Grip with the home button on the left, because it's easier to access that and swipe with my left hand (right hand is for throttle and brake). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Mr.Puss Posted December 26, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted December 26, 2015 Nice man! That windscreen bracket you made has become quite versitile. Very nice applications. Crush your enemies. See them driven before you. Hear the lamentations of their women. Fuss Life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garrim Posted December 27, 2015 Share Posted December 27, 2015 Really great work on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member forcefed86 Posted December 29, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted December 29, 2015 Looks awesome!! I just got mine today as well and i think im mounting it next to the left side mirror so i can record with the phone!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted December 29, 2015 Author Global Moderator Share Posted December 29, 2015 Looks awesome!! I just got mine today as well and i think im mounting it next to the left side mirror so i can record with the phone!! Dude, the X-Grip is awesome. I really need a Power Outlet now though haha. In order for me to record, I'd need a bigger clamp. Hmmm...maybe I'll order the medium and the large just to have. Have fun recording, and show us some videos! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member forcefed86 Posted December 29, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted December 29, 2015 Looks awesome!! I just got mine today as well and i think im mounting it next to the left side mirror so i can record with the phone!! Dude, the X-Grip is awesome. I really need a Power Outlet now though haha. In order for me to record, I'd need a bigger clamp. Hmmm...maybe I'll order the medium and the large just to have. Have fun recording, and show us some videos! I picked up this usb outlet for 15 bucks at cycle gear. Im also using the note 4 phone but i think if you mount it next to the left side mirro you can see everything fine. ..your set-up came out clean though!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted December 29, 2015 Author Global Moderator Share Posted December 29, 2015 Dude, the X-Grip is awesome. I really need a Power Outlet now though haha. In order for me to record, I'd need a bigger clamp. Hmmm...maybe I'll order the medium and the large just to have. Have fun recording, and show us some videos! I picked up this usb outlet for 15 bucks at cycle gear. Im also using the note 4 phone but i think if you mount it next to the left side mirro you can see everything fine. ..your set-up came out clean though!!! I like the USB style outlets, but I want the cigarette style outlet, so I can plug in a Qualcomm approved car fast charger. That way I can fast charge my Note 4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babisstinson Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 Thank you for sharing this, I was looking for a decent mount for my MT-07 and this might just be the one. What a great setup you have there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member jake Posted March 20, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted March 20, 2016 Had that Ram mount for 10,000 miles love that thing never had an issue with my phone coming out. Juts picked up the rubber band thing the other day for it and I don't think you really need it but its piece of mind. 2015 FZ-07 2003 2014 GSXR 1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simbadc650 Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 nice clean look! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted March 20, 2016 Author Global Moderator Share Posted March 20, 2016 The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with the SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle heavy duty case fits perfectly and even better than the Note 5. There's no button interference whatsoever. Lovely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator sorkyah Posted March 21, 2016 Global Moderator Share Posted March 21, 2016 The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with the SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle heavy duty case fits perfectly and even better than the Note 5. There's no button interference whatsoever. Lovely. Not enough miles on that thing yet (Though you have more than me) ATGATT... ATTATT, two acronyms I live by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted March 21, 2016 Author Global Moderator Share Posted March 21, 2016 The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with the SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle heavy duty case fits perfectly and even better than the Note 5. There's no button interference whatsoever. Lovely. Not enough miles on that thing yet (Though you have more than me) Haha, I get to hit 19k tomorrow Yay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fearedbynone Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 i ordered one of these for my setup. its from germany, should be here in a few days. 30 bucks total with shipping. http://www.bruudtcnc.de/shop/product_info.php?info=p261_bruudt-navigation-mounting-ball-for-the-yamaha-mt-07.html Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted March 24, 2016 Author Global Moderator Share Posted March 24, 2016 i ordered one of these for my setup. its from germany, should be here in a few days. 30 bucks total with shipping. http://www.bruudtcnc.de/shop/product_info.php?info=p261_bruudt-navigation-mounting-ball-for-the-yamaha-mt-07.html Dave Dave, that's freaking awesome. I might need to switch up to that. That's much more stable. Thanks for that link. They've got plenty of stuff for our bike there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fearedbynone Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 i cant take credit for the find, i saw that mount in this post when i was looking for a mounting bracket. http://www.motorcycle-talk.net/forum/archive/index.php/t-1228.html it should be here soon, maybe tues or weds. i'll do a quick review. then again it is german engineered so it should be awesome Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fearedbynone Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 It arrived yesterday and looks good. here are some pics. i got the other 3 parts individually from amazon. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted March 30, 2016 Author Global Moderator Share Posted March 30, 2016 @fearedbynone, take a photo with a phone mounted in the x grip please. I wanna see how it sits above the cluster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fearedbynone Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 i will when i get home. had to drive the yucky car today as it will rain today and tomorrow. my phone is big (note 5) so it looks like a 2nd dash ok, so i just realized that i use my phone to take pictures. i have an old note 3 i can use to take the pic i think. just need to find it. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted March 30, 2016 Author Global Moderator Share Posted March 30, 2016 i will when i get home. had to drive the yucky car today as it will rain today and tomorrow. my phone is big (note 5) so it looks like a 2nd dash ok, so i just realized that i use my phone to take pictures. i have an old note 3 i can use to take the pic i think. just need to find it. Dave That's perfect, because my previous photos showed a note 4 and the new S7 Edge. I had a Note 5 also, but traded it in for the S7 Edge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fearedbynone Posted March 31, 2016 Share Posted March 31, 2016 note 3 no case. my pic of the note 5 in the case didnt email for some reason. after uploading the picture, it looks very dark. not that dark when looking at it on the phone. i will take better pics tonight with the flash set to on instead of auto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted March 31, 2016 Share Posted March 31, 2016 jeffkisthename I know nothing about these new phones and I'm curious if they do the same thing as a Garmin, like track where you are on a map and plot courses. etc? Also, do they make anything to keep them waterproof in case of a sudden downpour? Beemer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted March 31, 2016 Author Global Moderator Share Posted March 31, 2016 I know nothing about these new phones and I'm curious if they do the same thing as a Garmin like track where you are on a map and plot courses. etc? Also, do they make anything to keep them waterproof in case of a sudden downpour? Beemer, most if not all smart phones have or are able to download a navigation app that does what you just explained. The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is waterproof without a case from the inside out. It is able to be submerge in water for 30 minutes. So, rain should effect it. Even then I have a case on it, which will help with water-resistance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fearedbynone Posted March 31, 2016 Share Posted March 31, 2016 i picked up a water proof case from amazon for 12 bucks for the note 5. its sealed with rubber, you can only use the touch screen, no buttons. its only going to be for when i get caught in the rain. keeping it in the under seat storage. http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Waterproof-Vcloo%C2%AE-Protective-Carrying/dp/B015O80RWI?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00 i also got a gps app called co-pilot. it works well and was under 10 bucks. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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