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F3 GPS/Cell Phone Mount Options

UCLA F3S

UCLA F3S

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Fellow F3'ers:

I've been deliberating about a GPS mount for my F3S...just wondering what some of you guys and gals are running?

The "no-brainer" option is the Can Am mount for the Garmin 590 unit (Can Am Part # 219400681).

Just wondering if anyone had a simpler option (i.e. something akin to the Techmount unit available for the RS/RS-S)?

Any and all feedback welcome. Thanks!
 
UCLA F3S said:
Fellow F3'ers:

I've been deliberating about a GPS mount for my F3S...just wondering what some of you guys and gals are running?

The "no-brainer" option is the Can Am mount for the Garmin 590 unit (Can Am Part # 219400681).

Just wondering if anyone had a simpler option (i.e. something akin to the Techmount unit available for the RS/RS-S)?

Any and all feedback welcome. Thanks!
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This is the one I installed on my wife's F3S works well with the Garmin Zumo 660 or 590 series cradle mounts.

http://www.lamonstergarage.com/lamonster-f3-gps-mount/



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UCLA F3S said:
Looks really clean!
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It is, saw a photo on another members bike (JC Thorne I think) and I really liked the look of it.

Presonally I don't see the value in a Garmin when google give me directions on my phone for free and it even includes live traffic. Modern phones are even waterproof and at least as big a screen as a dedicated GPS unit.

The only way the Garmin wins is you can operate the screen with proper bike gloves on and the wiring is neater. Depends on how much you value that really?
 
Wiring is also to be considerd

UCLA F3S said:
Fellow F3'ers:

I've been deliberating about a GPS mount for my F3S...just wondering what some of you guys and gals are running?

The "no-brainer" option is the Can Am mount for the Garmin 590 unit (Can Am Part # 219400681).

Just wondering if anyone had a simpler option (i.e. something akin to the Techmount unit available for the RS/RS-S)?

Any and all feedback welcome. Thanks!
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Another thing to consider is how are you going to wire your toys. Too many toys......GPS, Cell, Electric Vest etc...... need juice. Dont think your just going to "splice" into the system. My thoughts.
 
Road-Kill said:
Another thing to consider is how are you going to wire your toys. Too many toys......GPS, Cell, Electric Vest etc...... need juice. Dont think your just going to "splice" into the system. My thoughts.
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I have a 2 port USB socket mounted in the left hand switch hole to the side of the ignition key, connected to the accessory circuit on that side. I run my phone off that and it gives enough power to keep it topped up while running google navigation.

That's it for electrical extras on mine.
 
Road-Kill said:
Another thing to consider is how are you going to wire your toys. Too many toys......GPS, Cell, Electric Vest etc...... need juice. Dont think your just going to "splice" into the system. My thoughts.
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I installed the FZ Fuse box to run all my electrical add on farkles. It keeps from having too many wires hanging off the battery terminals. I also added Deutsche connectors to the 3 BRP supplied customer accessory wires. Those accessory ports are hot only with the key on and running. The GPS port, is hot with key turned on.

Left inspection cover
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FZ Fuse Block (You can purchase from TricLED)
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Under the F3T seat
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GPS
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Here is my setup for cell phone and gps.

A - Lamonster top clamp
B - Lamonster GPS Swivel Plate
C - Lamonster Power Port Plate
D - Providence-Spyder Accessories Dual USB Power Port
E - Garmin Zumo 660 Docking Station
F - Kradlelock


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AMPS?

monkeyboymorton said:
I have a 2 port USB socket mounted in the left hand switch hole to the side of the ignition key, connected to the accessory circuit on that side. I run my phone off that and it gives enough power to keep it topped up while running google navigation.

That's it for electrical extras on mine.
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KJWEB said:
I installed the FZ Fuse box to run all my electrical add on farkles. It keeps from having too many wires hanging off the battery terminals. I also added Deutsche connectors to the 3 BRP supplied customer accessory wires. Those accessory ports are hot only with the key on and running. The GPS port, is hot with key turned on.

Left inspection cover
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FZ Fuse Block (You can purchase from TricLED)
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Under the F3T seat
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GPS
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Here's my frustration. You can hook up as many toys as you like as long as the power (AMPS?) are within the range of the outlet you are plugged into. I do not know enough about the Spyders electrical system to play around with any type of multi-plug system. My GPS is fine on the mid-located customer line provided by Can-Am. If I choose to add a heated vest I'll utilize the rear line under the passenger seat. Adding things is fun till you fry something. I'm nervous about playing with the electrical system after I found a YouTube dealership talking about Farkle causing issues.
Here's the link.

There are many more discussing electrical issues generated by ..........Farkle.
 
monkeyboymorton said:
It is, saw a photo on another members bike (JC Thorne I think) and I really liked the look of it.

Presonally I don't see the value in a Garmin when google give me directions on my phone for free and it even includes live traffic. Modern phones are even waterproof and at least as big a screen as a dedicated GPS unit.

The only way the Garmin wins is you can operate the screen with proper bike gloves on and the wiring is neater. Depends on how much you value that really?
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Definitely valid points. My cell phone was my go to GPS on my RS-S (as it is in my truck, as well).
 
Road-Kill said:
Another thing to consider is how are you going to wire your toys. Too many toys......GPS, Cell, Electric Vest etc...... need juice. Dont think your just going to "splice" into the system. My thoughts.
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Road-Kill, I'd keep it clean...just the GPS in terms of ancillary electronics. I'm old school on the clothing front: layers, layers, and MORE layers when the mercury drops :doorag:
 
KJWEB said:
Here is my setup for cell phone and gps.

A - Lamonster top clamp
B - Lamonster GPS Swivel Plate
C - Lamonster Power Port Plate
D - Providence-Spyder Accessories Dual USB Power Port
E - Garmin Zumo 660 Docking Station
F - Kradlelock


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Doesn't look cluttered. You've got a good setup there!
 
Ram X-Grip for F3

UCLA F3S and fellow F3 Ryders,

I thought I'd provide some additional details for those who are looking for options to mount their phones.

I don't use a stand-alone GPS as I'd rather use my iPhone7 and Google Maps and save some money (we'll see how that works). I liked monkeyboymorton's iPhone holder set-up and after researching it, I thought it would fit the bill. The differences between the Leader Motorcycle Mounting Bracket and the RAM X-Grip can be found on this thread:

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...r-Motorcycle-Mounting-Brackets-and-Ram-X-Grip

I purchased from Value Accessories (http://www.valueaccessories.net) the following four items:

(These following items are pictured below)

ITEM
#1. RAM "Large" Universal X Grip Holder w/ 1" ball Price: $27.95**
#2. Rubber tether (optional item included with item #1-no additional cost)
#3. RAM 1 3/4" Double Socket Arm (for 1" ball) Price: $12.85
#4. Can-Am Spyder F3 RAM Mount Kit w/ 1" ball Price: $19.95

Shipping $7.75 // TOTAL Cost: $68.50

**I purchased item #1 "large" instead of the "regular" size because my iPhone7 Plus (with cover) was slightly larger than the "regular" dimensions--didn't want it to be too tight. So, I went with the "large" size. Measure your phone before ordering! Instructions on site will provide the info you need before ordering.







In the picture above you'll see how the Rubber Tether (item #2) is stretched over the 1" ball of the RAM X-Grip Holder (item #1) and the 4 corners of the back of the iPhone in order to provide an even more secure hold than the X-Grip alone provides. This was a nice feature because I don't have a windshield on my Spyder and I wanted a very secure holder for my iPhone.

For rugged outdoor use, the manufacturer recommended you add super glue or equivalent to secure the four rubber ends to the metal arms. I decided to take one off and had to pull quite hard to get it to release. After the rubber end came off, I added waterproof glue and put it back on; checking the other three I decided not to take them off. Instead, I added glue to the outside surface where the metal arms go into the rubber ends in order to help minimize any water accumulation and to help further secure the rubber ends.

Below is my iPhone7 Plus w/ case, secured with the Rubber Tether (note the corners).




Lord willing, Saturday, I plan on mounting the Can-Am Spyder F3 RAM Mount Kit w/ 1" ball (item #4) to my handlebars and then attaching one end of the Double Socket Arm (item #3) to the 1" ball. The opposite end of the Double Socket Arm will then be secured to the 1" ball of the RAM X-Grip, to hold my iPhone.

The only defect was a small scrape which removed some paint off the surface of the Mount Kit (item #4). I plan on touching this up with some black paint. I'd say the manufacturer would make good on this defect, but it's not worth it to me. Otherwise, all items arrived quickly and appear to be in good working order.

Will update you all soon.

Thanks to everyone's comments on this thread. :clap:

Okay...I'm back...Installed the remaining items (#3 and #4) and attached them to the RAM X-Grip Holder.

This is what the RAM X-Grip looks like installed from the front and side:







This product does bring the iPhone7 closer to the rider's view (helps me since I need glasses for up-close reading) and allows for various placements dependent upon other items affixed to or near the handlebars.

Hope this helps!
 
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Excellent write-up, cheers for sharing.

I didn't know about the rubber tether so that's interesting. My phone is in a very grippy gel case so it doesn't budge, but I can see that being useful if not in a case as modern phones are slippy.

I take on board the info from RAM about extreme outdoors use (as a typical man I don't think I even opened the instructions) but I haven't had any issues with the rubber holders coming off. So I don't think you'll have any issues not having re-glued them all.
 
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