Motorcycle with camera gear?
Jan 13, 2014 23:41:02 #
BobEssner wrote:
I love your "rampod" setup. Is there any chance you could provide a link for the exact components you used? Of special interest is how you connect the camera body at the top. I would like to try to figure out how to mount a quick-release base at the top so it would be quick to attach/detach the camera. I appreciate the time you took to take and post the pictures - it sure helps visualize things better.
Howdy Bob,
Yep, I'll do that in the morning. As for a quick release base, I think ya might be able to make up something. I'll also check on that for ya. Ram just might have one of those already made up. Will be in touch in the morning sometime....
Jan 13, 2014 23:44:39 #
Bob, The round plate with the ball on it, it has the same size shaft as your tripod does. The only change that I made in it was, I added a thicker base because the shaft was a bit long. It works great. Now tell me, What size is your RAM MOUNT BALL 1" 2" ????
Jan 14, 2014 00:02:48 #
Goodolboy1 wrote:
Bob, The round plate with the ball on it, it has the same size shaft as your tripod does. The only change that I made in it was, I added a thicker base because the shaft was a bit long. It works great. Now tell me, What size is your RAM MOUNT BALL 1" 2" ????
I have the 1" for my GPS on the left handlebar .... But I would mount this on the right handlebar like you did so I would have to buy all new components... so whatever size you recommend would work best is what I would consider. Thank You !
Jan 14, 2014 00:34:07 #
I have a GoPro camera system that is made for extreme sports. It shoots video not pictures. I'm not sure if the software allows you to pull stills from the video or not. We attached it directly to our bike but it can be mounted several ways including on your helmet. There is a housing for the camera for "dry" days and a separate one for when it is raining. The whole system costs about $300.00 new. You can look it up on the internet at www.gopro.com if it is something you might be interested in.
Jan 16, 2014 11:09:44 #
BobEssner wrote:
I have the 1" for my GPS on the left handlebar .... But I would mount this on the right handlebar like you did so I would have to buy all new components... so whatever size you recommend would work best is what I would consider. Thank You !
Just a few other things to think about. I'm getting the
RAP-B-365-224-202AU
Jan 21, 2014 12:48:32 #
BobEssner wrote:
I have the 1" for my GPS on the left handlebar .... But I would mount this on the right handlebar like you did so I would have to buy all new components... so whatever size you recommend would work best is what I would consider. Thank You !
Howdy Bob, Was just wondering if you checked any of thos mounts out ? and if so, what one did you think best for your needs ?
Jan 21, 2014 22:47:51 #
Goodolboy1 wrote:
Howdy Bob, Was just wondering if you checked any of thos mounts out ? and if so, what one did you think best for your needs ?
I actually went to the RAM website and scrolled through many of their products but I still like the setup you have on your bike best except I would find a way to attach a quick disconnect for the camera. Not sure when I'll actually get around to getting this taken care of.
Do you worry about anyone stealing your RAM parts or do you take them off when you have the bike parked in an unsecured area?
Jan 21, 2014 23:05:58 #
BobEssner wrote:
I actually went to the RAM website and scrolled through many of their products but I still like the setup you have on your bike best except I would find a way to attach a quick disconnect for the camera. Not sure when I'll actually get around to getting this taken care of.
Do you worry about anyone stealing your RAM parts or do you take them off when you have the bike parked in an unsecured area?
Do you worry about anyone stealing your RAM parts or do you take them off when you have the bike parked in an unsecured area?
Ahhh Ok, I understand... Yes I do worry, and I never leave them attached to the bike when I can't keep it in view. In all honesty they are real easy to remove so really not all that much of a problem to remove em and stick em the trunk or saddlebag. Now They do make a real nice lock for those as well. I'll look for one and will link you to it. Here ya go, this is easy... Go to ebay, copy and paste this into the search and you find just what you would need to lock it up.
RAM-KNOB3LU RAM Locking Knob with 1/4"-20 Brass Hole for Motorcycle Mounts
Thinking I might purchase c few of these myself....
Jan 21, 2014 23:56:18 #
That locking knob looks like a good solution and worth getting - I'll keep the link for when I'm ready to get this going. Thank you !
Jan 22, 2014 09:20:49 #
BobEssner wrote:
That locking knob looks like a good solution and worth getting - I'll keep the link for when I'm ready to get this going. Thank you !
Thought you might like that lock. At least you can walk away from your bike and not fret about some crook swiping you mounts. I'm thinking about of three of em.
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