I phone 5 mounting options - Page 4

Black-Ops · 01-23-2013, 03:13 PM

So bad it didn't work. Try again

brieninsac · 01-23-2013, 03:28 PM

The RAM Mount is the way to go! Very solid and reliable. I feel very comfortable with it holding my iPhone. The cradle that the phone sets in works great and can be rotated slightly.

I also installed the TAPP USB outlet to power the phone. It's a new model with 2.1 amps to charge more power hungry devices like tablets.

Installation was pretty simple. One end is secured to the handle bars and the other end is wired to the battery. There's a rubber cap to cover the USB port when not in use and to keep moisture out. I found that it drained my battery after a few days so I installed a cut-off switch and it hasn't been a problem since.

Here are some pics of the install and final product.

I have a short black iPhone USB cable on order

Charging the iPad

worwig · 01-23-2013, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by brieninsac

The RAM Mount is the way to go! Very solid and reliable. I feel very comfortable with it holding my iPhone. The cradle that the phone sets in works great and can be rotated slightly.

Do you find that the X-Grip lets the phone rotate a bit clockwaise and counter-clockwise?
I found that annoying so I prefer the finger grip. It was annoying to look down and see the map or whatever twisted to the side.

brieninsac · 01-23-2013, 07:41 PM

It has a little give both ways which is fine for me. But it would nice to go into a portrait mode at times too.

darkstarmoto · 01-31-2013, 09:40 AM

FINALLY for the 5! And is a ADV vendor

http://advrider.com/forums/showthrea...ght=interphone

I had the ultimate add on version for my 4S and never gave it a second thought being out in the elements.
http://interphonewireless.com/produc...ars-smiphone5/

Plane Dr · 02-01-2013, 05:55 PM

RAM has a PDA mount with adjustable sides 2 solid hooks on the bottom with th top 2 spring loaded. I've used the same mount for all my phones. I'm not a big fan of heavy duty cases as my phone lives with me.

Personally when it rains or is stupid hot it goes in the top box. The Bluetooth works just the same. For long trips build bigger play lists.

http://www.gpscity.com/ram-mount-uni...ond-plate.html

SantaFeTrailer · 02-22-2013, 09:12 AM

Just ordered my Otterbox Armor case (they were released today). They have blue and orange, but not green so sorry for all you Kawi riders

I'll post up a report

jprovence · 02-22-2013, 04:50 PM

This setup is proving its weight in gold. Waterproof and easy access and very solid.

ValpoFz · 02-23-2013, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by jprovence

This setup is proving its weight in gold. Waterproof and easy access and very solid.

Which holder is that?

jprovence · 02-23-2013, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ValpoFz

Which holder is that?

Lifeproof case and bike mount with custom Ram arm added for mounting flexibility. A little spendy at $120 for the case and cradle.

SantaFeTrailer · 02-24-2013, 05:31 AM

Lifeproof on Santa Fe CL for $60: http://santafe.craigslist.org/app/3636115428.html

MiguelVR · 02-24-2013, 03:37 PM

I've been using Lifeproof case with bike holder, and am very happy. The case is solid. Will not try to swim with it, but it will hold any rain and dust. The holder is just perfect. Simple design, it holds tight. For power its simple and easy, but for Iphones 4 you need the original cable charger. Its the only that fits.

jprovence · 02-24-2013, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MiguelVR

I've been using Lifeproof case with bike holder, and am very happy. The case is solid. Will not try to swim with it, but it will hold any rain and dust. The holder is just perfect. Simple design, it holds tight. For power its simple and easy, but for Iphones 4 you need the original cable charger. Its the only that fits.

Lifeproof makes an adapter that fits the 4/4S case.

http://www.lifeproof.com/shop/us_en/...-dock-adapter/

Kind of a rip off.

ValpoFz · 02-24-2013, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jprovence

This setup is proving its weight in gold. Waterproof and easy access and very solid.

Hey can you show a pick of the back, on the Lifeproof site I cant see how to get a ram ball mounted to it

jprovence · 02-24-2013, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ValpoFz

Hey can you show a pick of the back, on the Lifeproof site I cant see how to get a ram ball mounted to it

I used this:

View Results: Which option should I go with?
Option 1	5	100.00%
Option 2	0	0%
Voters: 5. You may not vote on this poll

01-23-2013, 03:13 PM	#46
Black-Ops The left one.... Joined: Apr 2009 Location: 42 Deg South, Van Diemans Land, Australia Oddometer: 92	So bad it didn't work. Try again __________________ Roam if you want to.

01-23-2013, 03:28 PM	#47
brieninsac Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Sacramento, CA Oddometer: 117	The RAM Mount is the way to go! Very solid and reliable. I feel very comfortable with it holding my iPhone. The cradle that the phone sets in works great and can be rotated slightly. I also installed the TAPP USB outlet to power the phone. It's a new model with 2.1 amps to charge more power hungry devices like tablets. Installation was pretty simple. One end is secured to the handle bars and the other end is wired to the battery. There's a rubber cap to cover the USB port when not in use and to keep moisture out. I found that it drained my battery after a few days so I installed a cut-off switch and it hasn't been a problem since. Here are some pics of the install and final product. I have a short black iPhone USB cable on order Charging the iPad __________________ 2012 Kawasaki KLX250S Dynojet • FMF Q4 • K&N Air Filter • KDX Snorkel • RAM Mount 15/42 • Pirelli Scorpion MT 90/AT • Pro Moto Rack • Seat Concepts

01-23-2013, 07:41 PM	#49
brieninsac Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Sacramento, CA Oddometer: 117	It has a little give both ways which is fine for me. But it would nice to go into a portrait mode at times too. __________________ 2012 Kawasaki KLX250S Dynojet • FMF Q4 • K&N Air Filter • KDX Snorkel • RAM Mount 15/42 • Pirelli Scorpion MT 90/AT • Pro Moto Rack • Seat Concepts

01-31-2013, 09:40 AM	#50
darkstarmoto Am I evil? Yes I am Joined: May 2009 Location: SEPA Oddometer: 241	FINALLY for the 5! And is a ADV vendor http://advrider.com/forums/showthrea...ght=interphone I had the ultimate add on version for my 4S and never gave it a second thought being out in the elements. http://interphonewireless.com/produc...ars-smiphone5/ __________________ Current Beaters: 08 KTM 530 EXC-R - 07 Ducati MTS1100S - Redneck Engineering Mutant

02-01-2013, 05:55 PM	#51
Plane Dr Studly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2005 Location: North TX Metromess Oddometer: 720	RAM has a PDA mount with adjustable sides 2 solid hooks on the bottom with th top 2 spring loaded. I've used the same mount for all my phones. I'm not a big fan of heavy duty cases as my phone lives with me. Personally when it rains or is stupid hot it goes in the top box. The Bluetooth works just the same. For long trips build bigger play lists. http://www.gpscity.com/ram-mount-uni...ond-plate.html __________________ 01/09 DRZ470SSW more bits than necesary 2005 R1200 GS AKA The Mothership 2003 Z1000 Nuclear Pumpkin (gone) 86 RG500WW (gone) Bikes are like women. What you think you want, and what you want, change after the first ride.

02-22-2013, 09:12 AM	#52
SantaFeTrailer Stromtrooper Joined: Jan 2011 Location: End of the Trail Oddometer: 247	Just ordered my Otterbox Armor case (they were released today). They have blue and orange, but not green so sorry for all you Kawi riders I'll post up a report

02-22-2013, 04:50 PM	#53
jprovence Adventurer Joined: Sep 2012 Oddometer: 70	This setup is proving its weight in gold. Waterproof and easy access and very solid.

02-24-2013, 05:31 AM	#56
SantaFeTrailer Stromtrooper Joined: Jan 2011 Location: End of the Trail Oddometer: 247	Lifeproof on Santa Fe CL for $60: http://santafe.craigslist.org/app/3636115428.html

02-24-2013, 03:37 PM	#57
MiguelVR Adventurer Joined: Nov 2011 Location: Lisbon, PT Oddometer: 17	I've been using Lifeproof case with bike holder, and am very happy. The case is solid. Will not try to swim with it, but it will hold any rain and dust. The holder is just perfect. Simple design, it holds tight. For power its simple and easy, but for Iphones 4 you need the original cable charger. Its the only that fits.

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