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[TN]

need some ideas on getting the cleanest mount on a rodking, right now i have mounts that was provided with the unit.

direction please and TIA.



TN

[Twolanerider]

I don't remember the members username.  But it's Hoist's buddy.  Pictures were in the Hoist party thread.  Very clean install of a Zumo.

[Fired00d]

I don't remember the members username.  But it's Hoist's buddy.  Pictures were in the Hoist party thread.  Very clean install of a Zumo.

Hogger.com/Andy

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[rlavigna]

I don't remember the members username.  But it's Hoist's buddy.  Pictures were in the Hoist party thread.  Very clean install of a Zumo.

Hello, I was at the Hoist bash and you may be thinking of my Zumo.  I am resizing pics and will post them shortly. Rich

[rlavigna]

Hello, Take a look at pics.  I used the Techmount Handlebar Mount #30999MC and Techmount Quick Change Adapter # 60003.  I had a problem with the 1 1/4" handlebar mount and Techmount changed it out for a 33ML size since the stock handlebar was not actually a true 1 1/4".  I suggest measuring the circumference of the handlebar and verify you get the correct size mount.  Rich

[rlavigna]

Another Pic view:

[rlavigna]

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[rlavigna]

I am having one problem with my Zumo on the bike, but not in the car.   I connected the Zumo power to the battery and it is not working properly and verified I have a good connection and cannot figure out the cause/problem.  It runs on the Zumo battery at times when it should be running from the bike's battery.  Let me know if anyone has any advice on this.  Rich

[Fired00d]

I am having one problem with my Zumo on the bike, but not in the car.  It runs on the Zumo battery at times when it should be running from the bike's battery.  I connected the Zumo power to the battery and it is not working properly.  I have a good connection and cannot figure out the cause/problem.  Let me know if anyone has any advise on this.  Rich

What are you using for a power source on the bike?

Edited to add I see it's connected directly to battery?

 
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Fired00d
 

[naitram]

bad cradle maybe 

[rlavigna]

I will work with it tomorrow and if no good results will contact Garmin and get a new cradle.

[Fired00d]

It could be a bad cradle. I'd check all the wires to see if something is grounding it (frayed wire) and connections are good. With it being intermittent I would lean more toward something grounding out or not making a good connection all the time.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[rlavigna]

It could be a bad cradle. I'd check all the wires to see if something is grounding it (frayed wire) and connections are good. With it being intermittent I would lean more toward something grounding out or not making a good connection all the time.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

Thanks for the input, I will check the entire wire and connections. Rich

[Fired00d]

Rich,
Did it just start recently or has it been that way since install?

 
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Fired00d
 

[rlavigna]

Happening since I installed it. Rich

[Fired00d]

Happening since I installed it. Rich

Might just be the cradle then. I'd still check all my wires then give Garmin a call if everything is intact.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[naitram]

i think anoter member had a cradle replaced no questions asked

[Fired00d]

Garmin is great to work with their customer service department is first rate.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[rlavigna]

Might just be the cradle then. I'd still check all my wires then give Garmin a call if everything is intact.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

I will post my results when I find the answer.  Thanks for your input.  Rich

[Billy]

Hello, Take a look at pics.  I used the Techmount Handlebar Mount #30999MC and Techmount Quick Change Adapter # 60003.  I had a problem with the 1 1/4" handlebar mount and Techmount changed it out for a 33ML size since the stock handlebar was not actually a true 1 1/4".  I suggest measuring the circumference of the handlebar and verify you get the correct size mount.  Rich

Hi rich, do you use the bluetooth with your Garmin and if you do what did you get for a earpiece? Thanks Billy

[rlavigna]

Hi rich, do you use the bluetooth with your Garmin and if you do what did you get for a earpiece? Thanks Billy

Billy, I am not currently using Bluetooth.  If I used a 3/4 or full faced helmet I would buy/use the J&M Bluetooth product, however, the actual unit itself is too big for a 1/2 helmet.  I may end up using a wired product but would prefer Bluetooth.  I am open to suggestion.  Let me know what you find.  Rich

[Gone Fishin']

On my SERK03 I did not want anything on the handlebars, as it disturbes the look of it. I did install the GPS unit in the right hand saddlebag, with power from the battery. For directions I use a scala rider Bluetooth headset mounted to the helmet. Being able to look at the navigation screen is nice, but the "voice only" part works suprisingly well. And my Road King looks much nicer. I think it is a suitable trade off.

[BalDeagle]

On my SERK03 I did not want anything on the handlebars, as it disturbes the look of it. I did install the GPS unit in the right hand saddlebag, with power from the battery. For directions I use a scala rider Bluetooth headset mounted to the helmet. Being able to look at the navigation screen is nice, but the "voice only" part works suprisingly well. And my Road King looks much nicer. I think it is a suitable trade off.

If you have the Zumo and you mount it nice and low it doesn't really compromise the look of the bike. In fact it becomes a talking point among bikers and non bikers alike.

Both Rich's and Andy's Zumo's are well positioned and IMHO look pretty good on the bike.

Well worth it for the amount of help they give you. Andy also has geared up for all the weather satellite information.

Nige

P.S. How's it hanging Rich ?

[rlavigna]

Nige, Everything is good.  It was great meeting you and Jan at Howie's.  Heading out for a day ride up through the Catskill Mtns in NY.  Take care and enjoy!  Rich

[rlavigna]

Found my problem.  A loose ground wire.  Fixed and working as designed.  Rich

[Fired00d]

Found my problem.  A loose ground wire.  Fixed and working as designed.  Rich

Rich,
Great. Glad to hear it was something minor.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[Billy]

If you have the Zumo and you mount it nice and low it doesn't really compromise the look of the bike. In fact it becomes a talking point among bikers and non bikers alike.

Both Rich's and Andy's Zumo's are well positioned and IMHO look pretty good on the bike.

Well worth it for the amount of help they give you. Andy also has geared up for all the weather satellite information.

Nige

P.S. How's it hanging Rich ?

  How does the weather work? Do you get radar or just verbal weather reports. Seems like a good idea on a trip as no reason toi ride if it is going to rqain in 20 minutes fron your room. Might as well stay dry and wait it out. Thanks Billy

[BalDeagle]

  How does the weather work? Do you get radar or just verbal weather reports. Seems like a good idea on a trip as no reason toi ride if it is going to rqain in 20 minutes fron your room. Might as well stay dry and wait it out. Thanks Billy

You get the full works Billy via the satellite. It will show you where the bad weather is and it will even ask you if you would like to be detoured around it.

We don't have that facility over here in Europe yet, but if we did I would definitely be getting it.

Cheers,

Nige

[BalDeagle]

works great if i say so myself.


TN

Looks OK TN, but why didn't you just mount it on the handlebars like everyone else ?

Nige

[SOKOOLJ]

this is the handlebar base turned upside down and bolted where my windshield bag was, i was thinking of a bit of refining, but wondered if there is a flaw to this. the position is perfect.

Was wondering how much vibration/rattling you have with it mounted on the wind shield?

[Sean M Cary]

mount one and get back with me...

that was my main concern...i chamfered the mount a bit, have foam at a few spots and i do no audio....so far so good. i also have a steel leader for backup.


TN

Hey TN -(Dug this one up from a search), that is one ugly a$$ sticker on your windshield   

did you stay with this mount?  I am playing with mounting my new Zumo and wondering where/how i want to mount it.

Sean

[novazeus]

Try this:
http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=18543.msg297166#msg297166

[LRebel]

Hey TN -(Dug this one up from a search), that is one ugly a$$ sticker on your windshield   

did you stay with this mount?  I am playing with mounting my new Zumo and wondering where/how i want to mount it.

Sean

Sean,

I ordered the TechMount for mine Thursday - should have it by Tuesday.  My bike is a SEUC, so we probably have a few different mounting issues.  I currently have mine mounted on the left side controls with the two long screws that came with the Zumo... it's ok, but there is not enough chrome involved.  I saw the chrome TechMount in another thread and had to get one
I also ordered the protective film for the screen.

[Sean M Cary]

Sean,

I ordered the TechMount for mine Thursday - should have it by Tuesday.  My bike is a SEUC, so we probably have a few different mounting issues.  I currently have mine mounted on the left side controls with the two long screws that came with the Zumo... it's ok, but there is not enough chrome involved.  I saw the chrome TechMount in another thread and had to get one
I also ordered the protective film for the screen.

yeah, scored the film also - as well as the replacement for the security screw. 

Just looking for alternatives.  Hoist sent me a few examples as well.

I am using the Garmin mount on my Kawa - most likely the techmount on the SERK.

Sean

[ad2]

I've tried the Techmount, but couldn't get it to be as flexible as the RAM mount. I'd rather have the chrome versus black, but the RAM allows me to bend the durn thing just about any way I want.

[rico_54]

for the cleanest mount on a rodking checkout powerlet.net,  if u don't see it on the site all u have do is call them.

[Sean M Cary]

for the wire, do you drill and pull it in the handlebars, or just tie wrap it to the clutch cable???

I am scared Chitless to drill the bars if that is the case...but figure that a wire running down the clutch cable will look like a$$...

 

[Hoist!]

for the wire, do you drill and pull it in the handlebars, or just tie wrap it to the clutch cable???

I am scared Chitless to drill the bars if that is the case...but figure that a wire running down the clutch cable will look like a$$...

 

Sean, if you install the mount for the cradle on the lower horizontal part of the bars, you can come out of the riser hole in the Nacelle and tie wrap them to the cradle. The only wires you really see on mine are from the stereo install; speakers, XM, and audio signal wires. But you don't see much of the power wiring for the Zumo from the aux switch.

Hoist!