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[Fired00d]

Thanks for posting the pics the Zumo set up looks really nice. Was just wondering w/the two style mounts that come w/the Zumo what is it that you didn't like about them, or what is it you like better about the Techmount?

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[hogheritage04]

Red,

 I owe you for all your reports and efforts to let everyone know how good those antennas work.  Thanks again

[hogheritage04]

Gary,

 The difference between the stock mount that came with the Zumo and the Techmount was the Techmount had these benefits as I saw them:
  - Chrome mount (great quality)
  - more security provided; stock can remove with thumb wheel vs all allen
  - more stable when riding; it almost doesn't even move
  - easier to mount on the handlebars; only took up 1/2" and used allens instead of a U-clamp
  - can get either 1 1/2" or 3" shaft to vary the height (I used the 1 1/2")

 Hope this helps.  If you have any other questions, fire away.
 

[Fired00d]

Thanks, that answers my questions. I'm considering the Zumo and if it happens I'll definitely have some technical questions on the install. TIA

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[RedDevil]

Red,

 I owe you for all your reports and efforts to let everyone know how good those antennas work.  Thanks again

Hog,
No problem.  Glad you like 'em and they're working good for you. 
Cheers ,
Red

[hogheritage04]

Gary,

 No problem.  Just let me know how I can help.  I think you'll really like the Zumo.  It's very easy to read while riding, even in the sun, and it's pretty easy to master the operation.  I had the HD Quest first, and it had a few more options, but I had a hard time seeing the screen, as it was too small for these tired eyes, and the sun made it Very difficult to see.  Let me know if I can help, and good luck.

[DavidB]

and last one..

Hog,
  I like the looks of those antenas. Do they have springs in them so they can flex?
From the pics the look like there solid fiberglass.
Thanks ,
 Dave

[RedDevil]

Hog,
  I like the looks of those antenas. Do they have springs in them so they can flex?
From the pics the look like there solid fiberglass.
Thanks ,
 Dave

Dave,
They don't have any springs on them, but they are flexible enough, that unless you bend them down to a 90 degree angle, they will not break.  I've caught them putting on my cover and bent them over and no problems.
Cheers ,
Red

[DavidB]

Dave,
They don't have any springs on them, but they are flexible enough, that unless you bend them down to a 90 degree angle, they will not break.  I've caught them putting on my cover and bent them over and no problems.
Cheers ,
Red

Thanks for the reply Red thats what I needed to hear.
I'm gonna order a set tonight. I'm tired of getting tangled up in those whips on the back.
In the last two trips across the country I have had two of the stock CB antennas break off right at the mount.

Dave

 I lik the knw spll chekr.

[RedDevil]

Thanks for the reply Red thats what I needed to hear.
I'm gonna order a set tonight. I'm tired of getting tangled up in those whips on the back.
In the last two trips across the country I have had two of the stock CB antennas break off right at the mount.

Dave

 I lik the knw spll chekr.

I've never had the stock whips break off before, but I got tired of having to twist them together into a loop whenever I put the bike in the garage of the 5th wheel, otherwise they would beat themselves on the ramp door.  So now with the shorties, no more problem and better performance. 
Cheers ,
Red

[Midnight Rider]

Just got mine today and installed them this evening...I like!!!  Thinner than the rubber freedoms, and stiffer where it matters, but has a flexible base, so they give enough not to worry about breaking them off.  About the diameter of a bic pen with a rubber tip on the end.  Nice piece...thanks guys, for helping me spend another 75 bucks!!

[twincam]

LOOKIN GOOD!!!

[DavidB]

Just got mine today and installed them this evening...I like!!!  Thinner than the rubber freedoms, and stiffer where it matters, but has a flexible base, so they give enough not to worry about breaking them off.  About the diameter of a bic pen with a rubber tip on the end.  Nice piece...thanks guys, for helping me spend another 75 bucks!!

Thanks for the report Tc. I ordered a set form J$M about 30 min ago.
Makes me feel like I didn`t drop another 80 dollars on something that wont work. 

[RedDevil]

Just got mine today and installed them this evening...I like!!!  Thinner than the rubber freedoms, and stiffer where it matters, but has a flexible base, so they give enough not to worry about breaking them off.  About the diameter of a bic pen with a rubber tip on the end.  Nice piece...thanks guys, for helping me spend another 75 bucks!!

Terry,
Glad you like them, but if we didn't help you spend more money, we'd be remiss in our duty to you. 
Cheers ,
Red

[Eqcons]

What are the gizmos on the rear of your panniers, HH4?  They look like additional locks?

Jim