BRP Spyder RS GPS mount

[GaryTheBadger]

This is a long shot, but does anyone know if the new BRP GPS mount for the RS/GS in the 2011 accessories catalog (see photo) requires any permanent modification, such as holes being drilled?

 

[SpyderDen]

If it's the same as the RT, it just uses two of the handle bar mounting screws.
:dontknow:

 

[daveinva]

Since it's near impossible to search the forum for things like "GPS" and "BRP," I haven't seen any other threads on this "official" GPS mount... anyone have one installed?

After my new risers took away most of my RS handlebar space, I'm wondering if this is a useful option (I've seen them on eBay for $100).

 

[chickridin]

I've been looking for something for our gps too. I like this mount, but refuse to pay the price. I've had my handlebars modified also but this mounts on the center "consule" as I call it. I'm thinking it would work great on my RS but just wish it were cheaper. I don't even need the arm, just the mount itself with the ball. I couldn't find a RAM mount to fit so I called the company and they said they don't make one big enough for me (due to modification/placement) so that bummed me. So, I'm still searching.

 

[daveinva]

I've been looking for something for our gps too. I like this mount, but refuse to pay the price. I've had my handlebars modified also but this mounts on the center "consule" as I call it. I'm thinking it would work great on my RS but just wish it were cheaper. I don't even need the arm, just the mount itself with the ball. I couldn't find a RAM mount to fit so I called the company and they said they don't make one big enough for me (due to modification/placement) so that bummed me. So, I'm still searching.

I still have enough of a narrow "gap" on my right handlebar to support a traditional clamp RAM mount, but that's on the new "shorty" riser bar, and I don't know if I want the GPS up that close and high to me. This might actually be the best solution, I'll have to think about it.

 

[CincySpyder]

It clamps onto the silver handlebar cover..

 

[wyliec]

It clamps onto the silver handlebar cover..

:thumbup:

 

[Pincushion]

I have this on my GS/RS

I have this for my Garmin:
http://www.themountdepot.com/RAM_B_231Z_2_p/ram-b-231z-2.htm

I use it with this:
http://www.themountdepot.com/RAM_HOL_GA25U_p/ram-hol-ga25u.htm

Works great!

 

[chickridin]

I still have enough of a narrow "gap" on my right handlebar to support a traditional clamp RAM mount, but that's on the new "shorty" riser bar, and I don't know if I want the GPS up that close and high to me. This might actually be the best solution, I'll have to think about it.

With my handlebar mod, I don't have that gap. I need a 1 1/2" but all RAM makes is 1 1/4". They make a 1 1/2" ubolt but not the mount....?????

Why couldn't you use the short arm? Would it still be to close?

 

[chickridin]

I have this for my Garmin:
http://www.themountdepot.com/RAM_B_231Z_2_p/ram-b-231z-2.htm

I use it with this:
http://www.themountdepot.com/RAM_HOL_GA25U_p/ram-hol-ga25u.htm

Works great!

Pictures please???

 

[Pincushion]

Pictures please???

 

[AZ Desert Spyder]

GPS Mount on Risers

I've got 4 inch risers and there was room on the right handlebar to install a ball mount. Here's what mine looks like.

 

[Riker]

I purchased the BRP one for my 2011 RS. I had to purchase a holder for my GPS and the connection between the 2 parts, but minimal cost.

There is no drilling involved, just tightens down with 2 screws..I like it... works for me

 

[billybovine]

here is mine

This is what I did. I bought all the Ram mount parts, GPS holder specific for my GPS and hard wire in power cable form gpscity for about 65 bucks.

 

[daveinva]

Wow, thanks to all for populating the thread with picks!

AZ Desert Spyder, that's where I thought I'd have to put my mount-- that's the same gap I was talking about.

I like Pincushion's mount, I didn't know there was a RAM one that fit the *silver* part of the stock handlebar console. The one on my left side is where I now have my drink holder clamped, but the GPS would fit nicely on the right side as well.

But Riker's setup... I think I like that one the best. The GPS seems to block off a bit of the analog speedo, but since the only time I ever look at the analog is when I want to laugh in scorn over why BRP thought to put a 200 mph analog speedo on the Spyder :joke:, that's not a big deal.

Decisions, decisions!

[For the record, for future searches by future curious Spyderlovers: Global Positioning System official mount]

[Oh, and I just found this other thread, too: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?31286-GPS-using-BRP-gps-mount]

 

[AZ Desert Spyder]

Good luck Daveinva. And by the way, if you switch your speedometer over to KPH and wind out the Spyder, I think you'll see why they had to go to 200.

 

[daveinva]

Good luck Daveinva. And by the way, if you switch your speedometer over to KPH and wind out the Spyder, I think you'll see why they had to go to 200.

Ha! Indeed. I'm an American, I try to stay away from all that funny furren metric stuff

 

[SteveMac]

I have the Techmount on my RT. Purchased on eBay for around 60-70 bucks if I recall. It uses two of the handlebar bolts and I would think it would fit the RS. Pics here:
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?28857-SteveMac-Mods

 

[daveinva]

I have the Techmount on my RT. Purchased on eBay for around 60-70 bucks if I recall. It uses two of the handlebar bolts and I would think it would fit the RS. Pics here:
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?28857-SteveMac-Mods

Thanks Steve... lemme just say, that Corbin looks *awesome* on your ride. :thumbup:

 

[NautiBrit]

This is the mount that I use, placed on the left bar adjacent to the clutch reservoir. It's a RAM mount, model RAM-B-108BU, about $16 through gpscity.