FLHR GPS Mounts
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FLHR GPS Mounts
Looking for some mounting options for a gps for my '15 RK. I'd like to see some pics and model information on what you used and how you have it mounted up.
Thanks in advance......
Thanks in advance......
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I have
that plugs into my battery tender on one end and is a standard 12V on the other going into a
. Stuck at work, but provided links. Yes, kinda ghetto on a new RK, but it's all I had left after picking it up last week.
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I use a Techmount for my Garmin as I like the position centered over the bar cover. I also use a waterproof USB power port from 3BR Powersport that plugs into the acc. connector under the seat and use the acc. switch for on/off. I also use it to charge my iPhone.
http://www.techmounts.com
https://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php - TAPP-HD USB on the page
https://www.3brpowersports.com/produ...d_Band_USB.php - GPS power cable at bottom of page
http://www.techmounts.com
https://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php - TAPP-HD USB on the page
https://www.3brpowersports.com/produ...d_Band_USB.php - GPS power cable at bottom of page
Last edited by RKZen; Sep 12, 2015 at 06:17 AM.
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I used this setup when I had my '11 Street Glide
I know there are several ways members have mounted their GPS, and this is how I mounted my Garmin 1450
First off, a picture of the completed setup. You can also see the Riders Claw mount for my iPod Touch.
Here is what I used.
For power, I just used the standard cigarette lighter outlet.
But I didn't use the standard auto power adapter, due to fuel tank interference.
The setup I used will NOT hit the fuel tank. Full lock left to full lock right, no interference.
Cigarette Lighter to USB adapter
This adapter mounts flush with the fairing surface.
Then I used a USB power cable. Some say you can use the USB cable that comes with the Garmin. But that is really intended as a "data" cable and when I plugged it in, I never could get it to power up the GPS.
So, I purchased one here:
USB Charging Cable
3BR Powersports
Click the link, then scroll down to the USB Power Cables
http://www.3brpowersports.com/products_usb_cables.php
For the handle bar mount, I used this:
GPS Mount
Motomount
http://www.motomount.net/products/ga...uvi-gps-mount/
For stock bars, use 1"
Then I mounted the GPS with these RAM Mount products
gpscity.com
http://www.gpscity.com/
RAM Mount Diamond Plate with 1 inch Ball RAM-B-238U
Model: RAM-B-238U SKU:RAMB238
For the Garmin 1400 series (Buy the one that fits your GPS Model)
RAM Mount Garmin nuvi 1490T Cradle RAM-HOL-GA35U
Model: RAM-HOL-GA35U SKU:RAMHOLGA35
RAM Mount Short Arm B-Socket RAM-B-201U-A
Model: RAM-B-201U-A SKU:RAMB201A
A few other setups others are using in this thread: https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...gps-mount.html
I know there are several ways members have mounted their GPS, and this is how I mounted my Garmin 1450
First off, a picture of the completed setup. You can also see the Riders Claw mount for my iPod Touch.
Here is what I used.
For power, I just used the standard cigarette lighter outlet.
But I didn't use the standard auto power adapter, due to fuel tank interference.
The setup I used will NOT hit the fuel tank. Full lock left to full lock right, no interference.
Cigarette Lighter to USB adapter
This adapter mounts flush with the fairing surface.
Then I used a USB power cable. Some say you can use the USB cable that comes with the Garmin. But that is really intended as a "data" cable and when I plugged it in, I never could get it to power up the GPS.
So, I purchased one here:
USB Charging Cable
3BR Powersports
Click the link, then scroll down to the USB Power Cables
http://www.3brpowersports.com/products_usb_cables.php
For the handle bar mount, I used this:
GPS Mount
Motomount
http://www.motomount.net/products/ga...uvi-gps-mount/
For stock bars, use 1"
Then I mounted the GPS with these RAM Mount products
gpscity.com
http://www.gpscity.com/
RAM Mount Diamond Plate with 1 inch Ball RAM-B-238U
Model: RAM-B-238U SKU:RAMB238
For the Garmin 1400 series (Buy the one that fits your GPS Model)
RAM Mount Garmin nuvi 1490T Cradle RAM-HOL-GA35U
Model: RAM-HOL-GA35U SKU:RAMHOLGA35
RAM Mount Short Arm B-Socket RAM-B-201U-A
Model: RAM-B-201U-A SKU:RAMB201A
A few other setups others are using in this thread: https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...gps-mount.html
Last edited by RollaMo; Sep 12, 2015 at 07:48 AM.
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FLHR GPS Mounts
Originally Posted by RKZen
I use a Techmount for my Garmin as I like the position centered over the bar cover. I also use a waterproof USB power port from 3BR Powersport that plugs into the acc. connector under the seat and use the acc. switch for on/off. I also use it to charge my iPhone.
http://www.techmounts.com
https://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php - TAPP-HD USB on the page
https://www.3brpowersports.com/produ...d_Band_USB.php - GPS power cable at bottom of page
http://www.techmounts.com
https://www.3brpowersports.com/products.php - TAPP-HD USB on the page
https://www.3brpowersports.com/produ...d_Band_USB.php - GPS power cable at bottom of page
The mount and the position is great
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I used this setup when I had my '11 Street Glide
I know there are several ways members have mounted their GPS, and this is how I mounted my Garmin 1450
First off, a picture of the completed setup. You can also see the Riders Claw mount for my iPod Touch.
Here is what I used.
For power, I just used the standard cigarette lighter outlet.
But I didn't use the standard auto power adapter, due to fuel tank interference.
The setup I used will NOT hit the fuel tank. Full lock left to full lock right, no interference.
Cigarette Lighter to USB adapter
Amazon.com: Griffin PowerJolt Dual Universal Micro: MP3 Players & Accessories
This adapter mounts flush with the fairing surface.
Then I used a USB power cable. Some say you can use the USB cable that comes with the Garmin. But that is really intended as a "data" cable and when I plugged it in, I never could get it to power up the GPS.
So, I purchased one here:
USB Charging Cable
3BR Powersports
Click the link, then scroll down to the USB Power Cables
http://www.3brpowersports.com/products_usb_cables.php
For the handle bar mount, I used this:
GPS Mount
Motomount
http://www.motomount.net/products/ga...uvi-gps-mount/
For stock bars, use 1"
Then I mounted the GPS with these RAM Mount products
gpscity.com
http://www.gpscity.com/
RAM Mount Diamond Plate with 1 inch Ball RAM-B-238U
Model: RAM-B-238U SKU:RAMB238
For the Garmin 1400 series (Buy the one that fits your GPS Model)
RAM Mount Garmin nuvi 1490T Cradle RAM-HOL-GA35U
Model: RAM-HOL-GA35U SKU:RAMHOLGA35
RAM Mount Short Arm B-Socket RAM-B-201U-A
Model: RAM-B-201U-A SKU:RAMB201A
A few other setups others are using in this thread: https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...gps-mount.html
I know there are several ways members have mounted their GPS, and this is how I mounted my Garmin 1450
First off, a picture of the completed setup. You can also see the Riders Claw mount for my iPod Touch.
Here is what I used.
For power, I just used the standard cigarette lighter outlet.
But I didn't use the standard auto power adapter, due to fuel tank interference.
The setup I used will NOT hit the fuel tank. Full lock left to full lock right, no interference.
Cigarette Lighter to USB adapter
Amazon.com: Griffin PowerJolt Dual Universal Micro: MP3 Players & Accessories
This adapter mounts flush with the fairing surface.
Then I used a USB power cable. Some say you can use the USB cable that comes with the Garmin. But that is really intended as a "data" cable and when I plugged it in, I never could get it to power up the GPS.
So, I purchased one here:
USB Charging Cable
3BR Powersports
Click the link, then scroll down to the USB Power Cables
http://www.3brpowersports.com/products_usb_cables.php
For the handle bar mount, I used this:
GPS Mount
Motomount
http://www.motomount.net/products/ga...uvi-gps-mount/
For stock bars, use 1"
Then I mounted the GPS with these RAM Mount products
gpscity.com
http://www.gpscity.com/
RAM Mount Diamond Plate with 1 inch Ball RAM-B-238U
Model: RAM-B-238U SKU:RAMB238
For the Garmin 1400 series (Buy the one that fits your GPS Model)
RAM Mount Garmin nuvi 1490T Cradle RAM-HOL-GA35U
Model: RAM-HOL-GA35U SKU:RAMHOLGA35
RAM Mount Short Arm B-Socket RAM-B-201U-A
Model: RAM-B-201U-A SKU:RAMB201A
A few other setups others are using in this thread: https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...gps-mount.html
I would add that when I got the ball mount the company I ordered it from sent a sticky back tether which adhered to the back of the GPS just in case it became dislodged (which it never did).
Last edited by mikelikesbikes; Sep 12, 2015 at 09:21 AM.