Has anyone made their own magnetic cell phone mount?

[Josh1234]

I don't always want to bring my whole tank bag, but I'm anticipating wanting to mount my cell phone (for GPS) for the Epic ride.

 

I'm sure there's a good reason why no one has done this, but has anyone just superglued some magnets to the back of an extra cell phone case, so it could be stuck to the tank?

 

The magnets might hurt the phone?

You'd have to look down to see the GPS map, and take eyes off road?

 

I'm assuming that some super magnets from home depot or whatever might hold just fine.... What am I missing?

[ScubaCinci]

Be careful, magnets can wreak havoc on electronics.

[just_some_dude]

You could buy some Sugru & earth magnets and make your own mount.

 

[Josh1234]

Data, eventually.

 

Why not buy a RAM mount and do it right? Ebay has them super cheap. I rigged my GPS to the Multistrada for less than $30, including the charging cable. BTW, if you want to charge your phone, buy a BatteryTender USB adapter. They're cheap and no need to wire anything else. It plugs into your SAE plug for your battery tender and you can toss it in your pocket when not in use.

 

http://batterytender.com/products/accessories/usb-charger-qdc.html

 

That's a neat looking Sugru kit.

 

I bought something on eBay similar to that USB Charger... It just hooks up to the battery terminals on one end and has a USB port on the other end.  Then I realized that most people recommend an in-line fuse.  I doubt that Delran battery Tender USB adapter have one built in, but the page doesn't say.  They're sold out, but I could easily buy one on eBay I suppose.  I'm not sure if I really need an in-line fuse or not. Opinions? I was thinking I'd get that cable and stick it to the underside of the dash so the whole thing is out of sight.  Then just plug in my cable when needed and run it to the phone. I need to watch some how-to's on inline fuses and stuff, if you guys think it's necessary.

 

RAM mounts overwhelm me.  There's a  lot to choose from.  I'm also not too keen on anything permanent, or that requires tools to remove.  Mounts are generally big ugly, but I'm not dead-set against them.  But installing it would be a pain. I'd still prefer something more easily removable and less noticeable.

 

I think our phones are more resistant to magnetism than we give them credit for... Neither the screen nor the SSD should suffer, and data isn't stored magnetically, and the screens aren't CRT.

 

Do I sound confident?  I'm not sure I wanna put my money where my mouth is

[Josh1234]

Bought this one:

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/400701981756?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

[2talltim]

Bought this one:

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/400701981756?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

those are junk, i had one on my bike for about 2 months and it quit working.

[2talltim]

Ram mount with Xgrip and the tender usb port  is what i have too, cant ask for a better set up. 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited September 15, 2014 by 2talltim

[Josh1234]

You'll need an inline fuse with that one. The battery tender lead comes with a fuse block. Just saying...

 

those are junk, i had one on my bike for about 2 months and it quit working.

 

Dammit, I'm hemorrhaging money lately for the bike

 

2talltim,  while that setup might be great for you, it's a little too in-your-face for me.  I mostly use the bike for commuting to work, and I don't want a GPS or phone in my face for that.  And I don't want to have to remove hardware, either

 

I might just end up buying a map pocket or something and sticking my phone in there  Hrm, still might get near the magnets though

[2talltim]

Dammit, I'm hemorrhaging money lately for the bike

 

2talltim,  while that setup might be great for you, it's a little too in-your-face for me.  I mostly use the bike for commuting to work, and I don't want a GPS or phone in my face for that.  And I don't want to have to remove hardware, either

 

I might just end up buying a map pocket or something and sticking my phone in there  Hrm, still might get near the magnets though

Eveyones taste is different but it is hardly in my face, id say middle stomach level. And there is nothing to remove it stays on my bike all the time even if i don't use it, takes 5 seconds to place or remove the phone and plug it in. And if you would want to remove the Xgrip and the arm it takes maybe 15 seconds. I wasnt sure id like it either but now i wouldnt be with out it on long trips. I dont even use it for GPS I have my Garmin for that. I use mine in connection with my Sena Blue tooth  for music, phones calls and if i need to quickly pull over to look up something on the area i'm in. but i guess it not for everyone.

[Gixxus Christ!]

Ram mount x grip ftw.

[Al Z. Heimer]

Ram Mount and be done with it. I have the stem mount on the Hawk. Works well.

http://www.rammount.com/products/motorcycles.htm

[Connie14]

Ram Mount, accept no substitutes.

[Josh1234]

Allright, I'm crumbling.  They do have a nice "Wizard" on the Ram mount site.

 

I just wish that instead of base - double socket arm - cell phone holder 

they would do base-connects-directly-to-cell phone holder.  

 

I'd still need to decide on the universal X-grip thingy to hold my phone, or the aqua box.

 

I suppose that Xgrip really is sturdy and I wouldn't have to worry about my phone vibrating out, right?

[Gixxus Christ!]

I've taken mine up to 140 with no issue. Also taken it through the shitty parking lot at work that gets pounded by semi trucks on the regular. Some people rig up a safety tether if their phone/case has a lanyard ring on it somewhere but they're really sturdy mounts.

[2talltim]

Allright, I'm crumbling. They do have a nice "Wizard" on the Ram mount site.

I just wish that instead of base - double socket arm - cell phone holder

they would do base-connects-directly-to-cell phone holder.

I'd still need to decide on the universal X-grip thingy to hold my phone, or the aqua box.

I suppose that Xgrip really is sturdy and I wouldn't have to worry about my phone vibrating out, right?

I have a aqua box on my Garmin and it is very deep and adds a lot of bulk, it's more of a permit mount for my GPS and it's between my risers so it out of the way(you can see it in my pic above ). The X grip is great especially if you have a rubberized cover on your phone, and don't worry unless there is something wrong with it your phone isn't going anywhere. Mine didn't move on a 2900 mile trip to Wyoming and back. Ram Mounts makes quality products unlike some of the cheap ebay mounts. Edited September 16, 2014 by 2talltim

[Connie14]

I have about 20k miles using the x-grip with speeds exceeding 120mph. I have never had any issues.

[Josh1234]

Josh, don't buy anything yet. Let me look at your bike and give you some aesthetically pleasing options. I checked the wizard for you last night. I think I have a better idea.

 

Yes sir!  That's what I'm talking about

[mojocho]

Another vote for RAM mount and X-grip. I have the stem hole mount. Its low enough to see my entire dash but higher than a tank bag so I don't have to take my eyes of the road. I had the tank bag option and it's too much looking down of the road. I got it on my R1 and it is stable as a Mack truck. Couple this with IP's suggestion on the in line fuse battery terminal thingy with a USB connection. I run my Galaxy Note 3 plus a blue tooth ear bud headphones. Wireless connection to my GPS app n my phone plus music streaming.

[Gixxus Christ!]

Another vote for RAM mount and X-grip. I have the stem hole mount. Its low enough to see my entire dash but higher than a tank bag so I don't have to take my eyes of the road. I had the tank bag option and it's too much looking down of the road. I got it on my R1 and it is stable as a Mack truck. Couple this with IP's suggestion on the in line fuse battery terminal thingy with a USB connection. I run my Galaxy Note 3 plus a blue tooth ear bud headphones. Wireless connection to my GPS app n my phone plus music streaming.

This dude sold me on the ram x mount (btw j, why you no call?) He rides at much retard up 71, dicing up traffic like so many onions in preparation for guacamole.

I digress.

Ram. X mount.

[mojocho]

This dude sold me on the ram x mount (btw j, why you no call?) He rides at much retard up 71, dicing up traffic like so many onions in preparation for guacamole.

I digress.

Ram. X mount.

Sam I Am... Since I sold my black R1 I was bikeless. Just now got my track bike back to dual duty, like two days ago. Too much work also. We'll need to ride soon.

[Josh1234]

Josh, what about this?

 

http://www.amazon.com/Aprilia-Kawasaki-Motorcycle-Ultimate-SW-Motech/dp/B00CCDPHZ6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1410917121&sr=8-4&keywords=yoke+50

 

 

It replaces the nut on your triple clamp, but is easily reversible (with 30mm socket). You can swap it on/off in less than a minute. It is compatible with RAM arms, too.

 

Definite possibility.... I like how it preserves symmetry.  So I'd get that, and a Ram arm, and a Ram phone holder, right?  Is that nut torqued down to a specific ft-lbs?  That's my only reservation. The less chance I have to screw something up, the better Learned that one the hard way

 

 (btw j, why you no call?) He rides at much retard up 71, dicing up traffic like so many onions in preparation for guacamole.

I digress.

Ram. X mount.

 

Wait, what?  I just spent 5 minutes trying to figure out if I know you in RL, and why I haven't called you.

 

Sam I Am... Since I sold my black R1 I was bikeless. Just now got my track bike back to dual duty, like two days ago. Too much work also. We'll need to ride soon.

 

This helped me figure out that no, I don't know you, and I haven't called you because you weren't expecting me to.  His name is James. (I figured that out all on my own, with only a little help from the forum).  My name is Josh.  Some people call me "J" occasionally, LOL.  Yeah... I haven't had enough caffeine yet, this morning.

 

 

In any event, I did some poking around on the Ram site and the yzf600 site, and looked at some pictures, and I think that it'll be either the triple clamp nut that Paul suggested, or the brake-attachment that Ram suggests.  Most ppl say they like the X-grip, but someone did point out that the little waterproof box they offer instead would offer a spot to keep toll money,toll tickets, hooker money, extra shots of blow, etc.  Could be handy.

 

I also need to figure out if I'm going to upgrade to the iPhone 6 or 6+ and make sure it'll fit in whatever I get.